Ancient Greek architects at work : problems of structure and design

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Ancient Greek architects at work : problems of structure and design

J. J. Coulton

(Cornell paperbacks)

Cornell University Press, 1982

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Bibliography: p. [182]-188

Includes index

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Description

Taking an unusual approach to his subject, J. J. Coulton examines ancient Greek architecture from the point of view of the practicing architects. He discusses their ideas and technical achievements from the early seventh century B.C. to the first century B.C. Drawing on surviving written evidence from antiquity as well as on the evidence of the buildings themselves, Mr. Coulton provides answers to such questions as: What must it have been like to build a Greek temple? Who did the building? What training was required? How did the Greeks begin? What problems did they face? The first chapter considers the relations of architects to patrons and clients and the role of architects in ancient society generally. Subsequent chapters explore a series of architectural problems and their solutions. In his final chapter Mr. Coulton assesses the architects' techniques and their contributions to structural design, evaluating their theoretical knowledge of mechanics and their practical understanding of structural concepts. Generously illustrated and lucidly written, this volume will appeal to all who are interested in architecture, architectural history, and archaeology.

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  • NCID
    BA25463410
  • ISBN
    • 0801492343
  • LCCN
    76044117
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Ithaca, N.Y.
  • Pages/Volumes
    196 p., [4] leaves of plates
  • Size
    23 cm
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