Ancient Greek Architecture

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Ancient Greek Architecture: Ancient Greek Architecture Annie Pritchard


Styles of Architecture: Styles of Architecture


Columns: Columns


Doric: Doric Doric columns from the Parthenon; more dignified types of columns


Ionic: Ionic Ionic columns from the Temple of Athena Nike; were more loose types of columns


Corinthian Columns: Corinthian Columns


Layout of Temples: Layout of Temples The normal temple includes the columns, the porch, the cella, and different architectural features


Structure of Greek Temples: Structure of Greek Temples Rectangular Made of limestone


Structure of Greek Temples Cont.: Structure of Greek Temples Cont. Had surrounding columns Roofs made with tiles


Friezes: Friezes Added decoration Towards ceiling Bas-reliefs


The Acropolis: The Acropolis Located in Athens


The Acropolis Cont.: The Acropolis Cont. The Parthenon Old Temple of Athena Temple of Athena Nike


The Parthenon : The Parthenon The columns on the Parthenon appear to be straight but they really lean inward


Temple of Athena Nike: Temple of Athena Nike Located in Athens


Building Materials: Building Materials Marble Wood Brick Limestone Terracotta Metals


High Class House: High Class House The rooms surround the courtyard


Middle Class House: Middle Class House


Greek Theatres: Greek Theatres Tiered Seating Main area-performance area Skene- the dressing room


Epidaurus: Epidaurus One of the most popular ancient Greek theatres