Prolegomena to the Study of Portable Luxury Goods and Shared Aristocratic Culture in the Theodosian Age (original) (raw)

The study explores the phenomenon of portable luxury goods during the Theodosian age, focusing on the diversity of materials and craftsmanship that characterized this period's art. It addresses the challenges in interpreting these artifacts due to issues of context, survival, and representativeness while offering insights into the broader social and economic implications of luxury goods in Late Antiquity. Future investigations are proposed to enhance the understanding of luxury goods' roles within this historical context.