Doric Column Collection

Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns
Classical styles of columns - Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian architecture. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Temple of Concord, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Statue at Temple of Concord, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Duomo, Ortygia, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Extenal elevation of the Parthenon
6340226 Extenal elevation of the Parthenon by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info.: Extenal elevation of the Parthenon. Esterno inalzamento del Partenon)

View of the ancient Greek temples of Hera at Paestum, Italy
6340221 View of the ancient Greek temples of Hera at Paestum, Italy by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info.: View of the ancient Greek temples of Hera at Paestum, Italy)

View of the interior of the Parthenon, Athens, Greece
6340228 View of the interior of the Parthenon, Athens, Greece by Migliavacca, Innocente (19th century); (add.info.: View of the interior of the Parthenon, Athens, Greece)

Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture
6340224 Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info.: Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture)

Transverse section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (colour litho)
STC221887 Transverse section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (colour litho) by Daumont (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Figures Admiring the Temple of Neptune at Paestum
RAF57956 Figures Admiring the Temple of Neptune at Paestum by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

The Tempietto, 1508-12 (photo)
CLG279952 The Tempietto, 1508-12 (photo) by Bramante, Donato (1444-1514); San Pietro in Montorio, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: supposed place of martyrdom of St)

The Tempietto, 1508-12 (photo)
ALG156575 The Tempietto, 1508-12 (photo) by Bramante, Donato (1444-1514); San Pietro in Montorio, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: supposed place of martyrdom of St. Peter; ); Italian, out of copyright

Facade of the Parthenon, built 447-432 BC (photo)
EAM157766 Facade of the Parthenon, built 447-432 BC (photo) by Callicrates and Ictinus (5th century BC); Acropolis, Athens

The Forum (photo)
BAL176120 The Forum (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

Stone bas-relief of a temple and artificial hill in the park of Sargon II at Khorsabad, c
STC190091 Stone bas-relief of a temple and artificial hill in the park of Sargon II at Khorsabad, c.715 BC (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: near Ninevah)

Chiswick, view of the side of the Deer House taken from the inner embankment of the ha-ha
5926012 Chiswick, view of the side of the Deer House taken from the inner embankment of the ha-ha of the deer enclosure and with a glimpse of the Doric Column (pen & wash on paper) by Kent

Interior of a Bath (gouache on paper)
SJS150974 Interior of a Bath (gouache on paper) by Clerisseau, Charles Louis (1721-1820); 47x36.8 cm; Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum, London; eSir John Soanes Museum; French

Arlington House Occupied by Federal Troops, 28th June 1864 (b / w photo)
TPG165968 Arlington House Occupied by Federal Troops, 28th June 1864 (b/w photo) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: now Custis-Robert E)

The Temple of Poseidon, Sunium, 1877 (w / c on paper)
MDR106964 The Temple of Poseidon, Sunium, 1877 (w/c on paper) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99); 37x55 cm; Private Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Piazza del Duomo, Ortygia, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

The British Surrendering to General Washington after their Defeat at Yorktown, Virginia
XIR86115 The British Surrendering to General Washington after their Defeat at Yorktown, Virginia, October 1781 (coloured engraving) by American School, (18th century); Chateau Blerancourt, Picardie

A Fiesta in a Botanical Garden, 1775 (oil on canvas)
XIR54282 A Fiesta in a Botanical Garden, 1775 (oil on canvas) by Paret y Alcazar, Luis (1746-99); Museo Lazaro Galdiano, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Fete donne au jardin botanique; ); Spanish

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The Doric column, along with the Ionic and Corinthian columns, is one of the three main orders of classical Greek architecture. These columns can be seen in various iconic structures around the world. One notable example is found at the Temple of Concord in the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy. This ancient temple showcases a row of majestic Doric columns that stand tall against the backdrop of Sicilian landscapes. Another impressive sight is at the Duomo in Ortygia, Syracuse, also located in Sicily. Here, visitors are greeted by a stunning display of Doric columns that adorn this magnificent cathedral's exterior. The Piazza del Duomo surrounding it further enhances its grandeur. The influence and beauty of these architectural elements extend beyond Italy as well. The external elevation of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece features an array of meticulously crafted Doric columns that have captivated audiences for centuries. Traveling to Paestum, Italy offers another opportunity to witness breathtaking Greek architecture. The view from this ancient site reveals perfectly preserved temples dedicated to Hera adorned with elegant Doric columns that evoke a sense of awe and wonder. Stepping inside the Parthenon provides a glimpse into its interior where rows upon rows of intricately designed Doric columns create an atmosphere filled with history and reverence. Greek architects were masters at achieving perfect proportions when constructing their buildings. Examples such as these showcase how they flawlessly incorporated Doric columns into their designs while maintaining harmony and balance within Greek architecture as a whole. A transverse section depicting colorful lithographs showcases another masterpiece: The Temple Jupiter at Aegina highlights intricate details on its imposing facade featuring towering Doric pillars standing proudly side by side. In addition to being admired by architects and historians alike throughout history; figures depicted admiringly gaze upon yet another marvel -the Temple Neptune at Paestum- showcasing just how captivating these structures truly are.