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Greek Revival. Architectural style. Greek Revival Architecture. Mainly found in America Inspired by ancient G reek architecture Appeared in the 1820’s and flourished in 1830’s and 40’s. Mostly residential Materials: Usually crafted in wood, covered in plaster and painted white.
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Greek Revival Architectural style
Greek Revival Architecture • Mainly found in America • Inspired by ancient Greek architecture • Appeared in the 1820’s and flourished in 1830’s and 40’s. • Mostly residential • Materials: • Usually crafted in wood, covered in plaster and painted white.
Greek Revival Characteristics • Most dominant characteristic is tall columns and pediments. • Horizontal transom over the door
Sources • http://www.frontdoor.com/home-styles/greek-revival-architecture • http://architecture.about.com/od/periodsstyles/ig/House-Styles/saratoga-jc-3180005.htm • http://pdxclassichomes.com/classic-styles/greek-revival/ • http://www.mhl.org/historicpreservation/history.htm