This course on Ancient Architecture aims to provide an overview of various architectural styles and structures from ancient civilizations. The learning outcomes include understanding the evolution of architectural techniques, identifying key architectural elements, and appreciating the significance of ancient structures. The course covers topics such as shell systems, prehistoric architecture, Greek orders of architecture, and different construction methods like post and lintel, arches, and vaults. The teaching method involves video lectures and visual demonstrations. This course is intended for individuals interested in art history, architecture, or ancient civilizations.
Overview
Syllabus
ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE
SHELL SYSTEM
PREHISTORIC ARCHITECTURE
MAMMOTH BONE HOUSE
THOLOS TOMB: TREASURY OF ATREUS 1300-1250 BC
SETTLEMENT AT SKARA BRAE
STONEHENGE RECONSTRUCTION
BROWNES HILL DOLMEN
ASSORTED DOLMENS
LION GATE MYCANAE, C. 1250 BC
CITADEL AT MYCENAE GRAVE CIRCLE
FUNERARY MASK/MASK OF AGAMEMNON 1600-1500 BC
POST AND LINTEL CONSTRUCTION
ORDERS OF GREEK ARCHITECTURE
DORIC ORDER
THE ACROPOLIS!!
Parthenon Recreation in Nashville, TN
Temple of Athena Nike
CORINTHIAN ORDER
ENTASIS
COLUMN DRUMS
THE ARCH!!
ARCH CONSTRUCTION
PONT DU GARD NIMES, FRANCE, IST CENTURY BC
PANTHEON 118-125 AD
RAPHAEL'S GRAVE
BARREL VAULTS/GROIN VAULTS
NAVE
POINTED ARCHES
FLYING BUTTRESSES
HAGIA SOPHIA ISTANBUL, TURKEY 532-537AD
PENDENTIVE
MOSAIC
TYMPANUM
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Dave's Art History Classes
