Dave I think the idea of using togas to denote status at 632 is inspired. Here's what the different togas used to signify (from http://ancient-culture.suite101.com/). I presume that Steve gets the *toga picta*. I'll leave it to others to suggest additional person-toga mappings.
*Toga virilis* – made of undyed wool, this toga was off-white in color and was the "everyday" toga for an adult male citizen. *Toga praetexta* – Also off-white in color, this toga featured a wide purple border that denoted the wearer was a Senator or some type of Magistrate<http://ancienthistory.suite101.com/article.cfm/what_is_a_magistrate>, such as an aedile<http://ancienthistory.suite101.com/article.cfm/what_is_an_aedile>or consul <http://ancienthistory.suite101.com/article.cfm/what_is_a_consul>. Stripes of varying width would have indicated the specific government position. *Toga pulla* – this toga was a dark gray or brown garment that was reserved for periods of mourning. *Toga candida* – A toga for political candidates, its bright white-dyed color symbolized the candidate's purity and honesty. *Toga picta* – this special toga was dyed purple (the color of royalty), and featured elaborate gold embroidery. It was worn by victorious generals during triumphal processions<http://roman-history.suite101.com/article.cfm/commemoration_in_the_forum_romanum>, and later by Emperors for official state events. Robert On Nov 27, 2007 3:15 PM, Prof David West <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have spent too much time thinking about this and too little actually > putting the ideas on paper. Consider the attached to be an outline that > will be collectively developed and elaborated - or summarily rejected. > > Warning - the attached is highly idiosyncratic and biased, even though > it is based on observations and interactions with the 632 and Friam > community. > > Feedback - even jeers and catcalls - welcomed. > > dave west > > ============================================================ > FRIAM Applied Complexity Group listserv > Meets Fridays 9a-11:30 at cafe at St. John's College > lectures, archives, unsubscribe, maps at http://www.friam.org >
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