Exploring the classical civilization, I have always been interested in Greek architecture. I have taken a lot of art history classes and this has always been an element that stuck out to me. I was familiar with the columns of the classical times, the doric, ionic, and corinthian. The buildings were all represented as grand, rich-looking, ornate masses. The homes however were much different.
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| classical Greek architecture |
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| Greek home |
Homes were built using mudbrick, wooden frameworks, and terracotta roof tiles. These pieces of architecture were not quite such a display as the public buildings, but still had their own unique characteristics. An opening in the roof in the center of the building allowed for rain water to be collected in a built in cistern. The rainwater could then be utilized for daily living. Floors were either plastered and painted or fixed with pebbles, glass or stone. Walls were either unplastered or plastered with painting. Windows were set high on the wall and ceilings included coffers.
Additionally, motifs on the interior included floral or marine objects. Patterns also showed up like the egg and dart or Greek key. These are often depicted in interiors today in the United States.
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| interior with Greek key today/past interior showing patterns |
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