Greek Architecture
Nov 10, 2015
GreekArchitecture
A. ColumnsColumns are part of Post and Lintel type construction
Egyptians used post and lintel architecture in their buildings
The Greeks adopted post and lintel from the Egyptians modifying and developing their own style of column or order decoration
There are three types of Greek columns--which are still used today.
1. DoricThe first of the Greek order (the oldest)
2. IonicThe second Greek order (the middle)
3. CorinthianThe third type of the Greek order
Columns are the post part in construction; the Greeks also modified the Lintel part
Pediment (Lintel):Frieze: statues; usually of the Gods
B. BuildingsMany Greek buildings remain in partial standing
These buildings and styles influenced Roman architecture that followed.
1. Acropolis
Main temple complex in Athensand GreeceBuilt by Pericles; Golden Age of Athens
2. ParthenonAthenas Temple at the Acropolis
3. Athena Nike Temple
Athena Nike cont.
c. Review