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There are three different types of columns: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. The names (Doric, Ionic and Corinthian) show the geographic area in which they.
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One of the many accomplishments of the ancient Greeks is their art and architecture. Public buildings were decorated with carvings of animals, people’s faces, leaves and flowers. Every element of a building was a work of art. The style used in Athens in the 400s B.C.E became standard in the Greek world and is known today as Classical Architecture.
The Corinthian columns were still more decorative and delicate. The columns were also fluted and had a flattened rib between each flute. The capital of this column has carved leaves and vines. It appeared approximately 5 th century B.C.E.
Can you guess what type of columns are used on this building, the Lincoln Memorial? Answer: Doric columns
Can you guess which type of columns are used on this building, the Supreme Court? Answer: Corinthian columns