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Neoclassical
Neoclassical
Example of Classical
Post and Lintel No windows or modern amenities. Sloped or Gabled roof tops
Classical Architecture
Classical Arch
Neoclassical
Characteristics of Neoclassical
Large/Imposing size Made to show wealth and power Stately look Sets back from the road away from common places. Uses pattern to show Balance (one of the three Greek values). values).
Notice the Ionic capital order close up. Imagine carving several of these in exactly the same shape and size. Are there modern buildings you you ve seen this used on?
The round arch came before the pointed. Older style Roman architecture used this PATTERN frequently. frequently.