Section 5
The Decline of the Roman Empire
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Architecture during the Severan Dynasty
The Severan Dynasty was the last stable period of imperial reign over the Roman Empire until that of Constantine.
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Sculpture during the Decline of the Roman Empire
The Dominate Period, when warring generals controlled Rome, was a time marked by insecurity, anxiety, and a rapid succession of emperors.
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Imperial Sculpture under the Tetrarchy
Emperor Diocletian institutionalized the Tetrarchy, a co-rule that re-established stability in the empire for the period of Diocletian's reign.
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Architecture under Constantine
Constantine seized sole power over Rome, establishing authority and stability. He then moved the capital from Rome to Constantinople.