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Roman Architecture: Comparative Civilizations 12 K.J. Benoy
Roman Architecture: Comparative Civilizations 12 K.J. Benoy
Comparative Civilizations 12
K.J. Benoy
Origins of Roman
Architecture
As with sculpture,
the Romans
borrowed heavily
from two cultures
that they
conquered the
Etruscans and the
Model of an Etruscan
Greeks. Temple
Origins of Roman
Architecture
Elements of Roman architecture show
very significant Greek influence.
However, Roman functional needs
sometimes differed, resulting in
interesting innovations.
The Romans were less attached to
ideal forms and extended Greek
ideas to make them more functional.
Origins of Roman
Architecture
The
Romans Maison
needed
interior space for
Caree @
Nimes
worship, whereas
the Greeks
worshipped outside.
Their solution was
to extend the walls
outward, creating
engaged columns,
while maintaining
the same basic
shape.
Origins of Roman
Architecture
The Maison Caree @
Nimes
Roman Innovation
To the original
Greek orders, the
Romans added
two:
The Tuscan order.
The Compostite
order.
Roman Innovation
Tuscan Order:
of
Roman Caracalla
baths
the recreation
were
centers of Roman
cities, incorporating
pools, exercise
facilities and even
libraries.
They could serve
hundreds or
thousands at a
time.
Roman Innovation The
Arcuated Arch
Romans did
not invent this
form, but they
used it well in
bridges, within
buildings, and
to allow
aqueducts to
span rivers
and gorges.
Roman Innovation
Composite Walls