La sculpture de Thugga (Dougga) à l'époque impériale (Ier - IVe siècles). Politique et culture d'une ville d'Afrique romaine

A groundbreaking analysis of Thugga's (Dougga) imperial-era sculpture reveals the strategic use of visual representation by local elites to navigate political dynamics, particularly during the city's dual governance under Carthaginian and Numidian influences. The study identifies previously undocumented sculptures depicting imperial figures, local elites, and divine entities, analyzing their stylistic, technical, and contextual attributes. By integrating these artifacts with architectural and functional contexts, researchers uncover how Thugga's elite employed sculptural programs to assert authority, negotiate power relations, and reflect cultural identity. This approach sheds light on the role of visual politics in shaping civic cohesion and imperial loyalty before 205 CE.

Damay, C. La sculpture de Thugga (Dougga) à l’époque impériale (Ier - IVe siècles). Politique et culture d’une ville d’Afrique romaine. https://doi.org/10.70675/b1fccbf4z54e4z4a33zb0b1za67cabafb60e