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🖼ap art history review

Atrium in AP Art History

Written by the Fiveable Content Team
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team

Definition

An atrium is an open courtyard or central space found in ancient Roman houses and early Christian churches. It often features surrounding colonnades and served as a gathering place.

AP course connection

Topic 3.3: 3.3 Materials, Processes, and Techniques in Early European and Colonial American Art

Unit 3