The purposes of Roman sculptures and paintings in public

The purposes of Roman sculptures and paintings in public and private use. What purpose did Romans want their portraits, sculptures, and paintings to serve? The Romans wanted their sculptures to remind viewers of specific individuals. What did wealthy Romans use to decorate the walls of their homes? Their sculptures were created mainly to honor their ancestors, gods and goddesses, philosophers, military generals, and leaders. Romans made their statues of people very realistic looking, while the Greeks focused on exaggerated beauty.