Lecture Notes for Sep 22, 2008
Architecture 101 with Reilly at University of Virginia
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Understanding Architecture: An Introduction To Architecture And Architectural History
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Art History Portable Edition, Book 1: Ancient Art (with MyArtKit Student Access Code Card) (3rd Edition) (Bk. 1)Understanding Architecture: An Introduction To Architecture And Architectural History
Created: 2008-09-24
Size: 8 flashcards
Views: 4
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The Acropolis, Athens, Greece
Perikles
(1 answer)
(1 answer)
commissioned the architect Iktinos
The Parthenon
The Parthenon; Marble; 447
(1 answer)
(1 answer)
438BC
Acropolis
(1 answer)
(1 answer)
literally means "high city"--it was built on a plateau and stood above its surrounding landscape
Design Elements
(6 answers)
(6 answers)
- Temple of the
- perfect proportions: the breadth of the columns related to the length on a 4:9 ratio. This ratio also determined the diameter of the columns to the space between the columns.
- slightly arched
- slightly arched
- columns slightly flared outward towards middle, an element termed
- corner columns were spaced slightly closer to adjacent columns of the
The Parthenon became an icon of Athenian power and pride. It symbolized:
(4 answers)
(4 answers)
- victory over the invading Persian Army
- honor and glory to the Goddess of Wisdom, Athena
- pride and sophistication of the Greek people
- wealth and leadership of Athens
The Acropolis, Athens, Greece 447
(1 answer)
(1 answer)
432BC
About this deck
By: Nathan Parker
Textbook: Art History Portable Edition, Book 1: Ancient Art (with MyArtKit Student Access Code Card) (3rd Edition) (Bk. 1)
Understanding Architecture: An Introduction To Architecture And Architectural History
Created: 2008-09-24
Size: 8 flashcards
Views: 4
Textbook:
Art History Portable Edition, Book 1: Ancient Art (with MyArtKit Student Access Code Card) (3rd Edition) (Bk. 1)Understanding Architecture: An Introduction To Architecture And Architectural History
Created: 2008-09-24
Size: 8 flashcards
Views: 4
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