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What is the approximate period of Ancient Greek architecture?
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What was the key characteristic of Greek building art?
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What was the purpose of the mathematical calculations in Greek architecture?
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Study Notes
Overview of Ancient Greek Architecture
- Encompasses structures built on the Greek mainland, Aegean Islands, and colonies in Asia Minor, Sicily, and Italy from approximately 900-27 BCE.
- Noted for stone temples emerging around 600 BCE.
Notable Structures
- Temple of Hera I: Located at Paestum, Italy.
- Acropolis, Athens: Includes the Parthenon, Erechtheum, and the Temple of Athena Nike.
- Temple of the Olympian Zeus: Situated at the foot of the Acropolis.
- Theatres, public squares, and stadiums: Designed from around 350 BCE.
- Mausoleum of Halikarnassos: An example of monumental tomb architecture from circa 353 BCE in Turkey.
Periods of Greek Architecture
- Archaic Period: Circa 650-480 BCE.
- Classical Period: Circa 480-323 BCE.
- Hellenistic Period: Circa 323-27 BCE.
Significance of Greek Architecture
- Logic and Order: Temples were planned with a coded system based on function and sculptural decoration.
- Mathematical Precision: Used for achieving symmetry and harmony, enhancing the visual appeal of structures.
- Classical Orders: Introduction of Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian styles based on column designs.
- Architectural Sculpture: Features exquisite friezes and statues that set a high standard in art history.
Influence and Legacy
- Post-and-lintel Technique: Despite not advancing beyond this, Greek architecture created monumental beauty unmatched in the Ancient World.
- Impact on Future Architecture: Set standards that influenced Renaissance and Neoclassical styles, shaping aesthetics in the 18th and 19th centuries.
- Modern Influence: Inspired architects like Louis Sullivan, who applied Greek principles in skyscraper designs, integrating vertical elements to echo Greek column fluting.
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Test your knowledge of the buildings and structures of Ancient Greece, including temples, monuments, and other architectural wonders. Learn about the iconic Parthenon, Temple of Hera, and more. Explore the art and design of ancient Greek architecture.
