Greek Columns & Architecture Created by Karen McDavid, Midland Academy, 2012.

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Greek Columns & Architecture Created by Karen McDavid, Midland Academy, 2012

The architectural influence of the Greeks continue to have an impact on our modern day architecture. The Greeks were well known as master sculptors. They built graceful structures that served as temples for the Gods.

The architecture of the Parthenon affected buildings for centuries. One of the most beautiful and graceful temples ever built was the Parthenon which was dedicated to Athena.

Each type of column had different properties that made it unique. The Greeks used three different types of columns for their temples. Corinthian Ionic Doric

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Corinthian columns were tall and thin and the most decorative of all the columns. They often contained carved leaves. Corinthian Columns This is the least common type of column used in Greece.

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Ionic Columns These columns were used in Temples. Ionic columns were tall and thin and had curly scrolls on each side. This column sat upon a base.

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Doric Columns These columns were also used in Temples. Doric columns were plain and sturdy. The top was simple and flat. This column did NOT sit upon a base.

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