ARRIAN AND VISUAL ARTS

1.Introduction Flavius Arrianus from Nicomedia in Bithynia is regarded as a prime example for the successful blend of Roman and Greek identity in imperial times.In his writings,he proudly presents himself as a Roman offi cial and Greek intellectual.1Both parts of his polyvalent identity served him as elements of his symbolic capital.2His Roman political-military persona complemented his image as a