Roman artists used the technique later known as trompe l'oeil in order to

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Trompe l'oeil is a technique used to create an optical illusion that the depicted objects exist in three-dimensional space. Roman artists used this technique extensively to make their paintings appear more realistic and to create the illusion of depth on a flat surface. While the technique could also be used to enhance the brightness of colors or add detail to sculptures, these were not the primary reasons for its use in Roman art.

Roman Artists Used the Technique Later Known as Trompe L'oeil