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What new elements did Greek art and architecture introduce?
They produced idealised forms of the human body, and stone structures of monumental proportions.
Why is gothic architecture called gothic?
It wasn't originally called 'Gothic'. It was called 'French style' architecture by those who built the structures in the Middle Ages. The term was first applied during the Renaissance by artists and builders who referred to medieval structures as 'Gothic' - a put down meaning Germanic, barbarian, non-Classical. The Renaissance, of course, was much more concerned with Classical Greek and Roman art than with medieval European.
Where do we see examples of Greek architecture today?
We see examples of Greek architecture today is the Parthenon. A Greek temple.
How did greek architecture influence local architecture?
Greek architecture influenced local architecture in a few ways. This is because the Greeks started to use arches and a different way of building.
Why is Greek and Roman architecture similar?
because they both lick cock wow. That was a mature answer was it not?? Anywho, Greek and Roman architecture were similar in that they both used coumns. The only difference was that the Romans added the arch and dome. Also, the Greeks built facilities such as the ampitheater. The Romans were more upscale seeing as they built the Coloseum of Rome. Both of those answers suck. The question wasn't 'how Greek and Roman architecture were similar' , it was 'WHY Greek and Roman architecture were similar.' -___________-
Who built the ancient greek architecture?
ancient Greeks . . .
What were amphitheatres built in the side of?
Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.Amphitheaters were not built on the side of anything, they were free standing structures. You are possibly thinking of Greek theaters which often were built on the side of hills.
What has the author Douglass Shand Tucci written?
Douglass Shand Tucci has written: 'Built in Boston' -- subject(s): Architecture, Architecture, Modern, Architecture, Victorian, Buildings, structures, Modern Architecture, Victorian Architecture
Describe the architecture of a ziggurat?
Ziggurats were massive structures built in the ancient Mesopotamian valley and western Iranian plateau.
What new elements did Greek art and architecture introduce?
They produced idealised forms of the human body, and stone structures of monumental proportions.
Does all Greek architecture have columns?
no, not all Greek architecture has columns
Why is gothic architecture called gothic?
It wasn't originally called 'Gothic'. It was called 'French style' architecture by those who built the structures in the Middle Ages. The term was first applied during the Renaissance by artists and builders who referred to medieval structures as 'Gothic' - a put down meaning Germanic, barbarian, non-Classical. The Renaissance, of course, was much more concerned with Classical Greek and Roman art than with medieval European.
How does greek architecture influence us today?
Greek civilisation was not influenced by Greek architecture. Greek architecture was a product of Greek civilisation
What is the dicription of architecture?
Architecture is the art and science of designing buildings/ structures.
Why does the Greek architecture still live today?
Greek architecture is predominantly known for and saluted by the world today for its unique gift of "orders". literally, an order means a column with a base(optional) and an entablature- the crown or roof which rests on the columns. the Greeks developed three kinds of orders namely Doric, Ionic and Corinthian, which form the base of development of column-beam structures and trabeated style of architecture. today also all buildings in the world standing on column-beam structures owe to the Greek architecture for its roots and basic ideaology and hence, this style of architecture remains well alive and respected in today's modern era.
What ancient Roman leader built the first Greek style theater?
The Tempe of Pompey was not built in a Greek style. It was a prime example of Roman theatre architecture, not Greek temple architecture. In fact it set the canons of Roman theatre architecture. Among other things, it was built on flat ground with its own foundation. This was a Roman architectural innovation. The Greeks only carved their theatres out of hillsides. They did not have any foundations.
What is the science of building structures?
Architecture
