Tag Archives: Classical Architecture

Arches, Vaults and Domes

Posted on January 30, 2012 by M&G

The Etruscans originated the arch (always semi-circular), the vault (an arched covering of stone), and the dome. The best preserved of the Etruscan arches is in the Porta all’Arco gateway at Volterra. Adopted and developed extensively by the Romans, the … Continue reading →

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Columns and Orders

Posted on January 18, 2012 by M&G

A column is a vertical member consisting of base, round shaft, and capital designed to carry an arch or entablature but also used non-structurally. The column with the entablature it supports was referred to as an “order” in classical architecture. … Continue reading →

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