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Classic Greek Revival Architecture: Timeless Elegance and Historical Significance

Embrace the grandeur of the Classical Greek Revival style with large columns and a typically white aesthetic. Discover the historical events and people associated with this architectural period, including the American Revolution and prominent figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.

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Classic Greek Revival Architecture: Timeless Elegance and Historical Significance

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  1. Classic Greek Revival Roberta Merrill

  2. Classical Greek Revival

  3. Characteristics of Classical Greek Revival • Large columns the height of the house • Typically White

  4. Classical Greek Revival This style was introduced about the year 1770 and remained popular until approximately 1850.

  5. Historical Events • While the Classical Greek Revival style was popular, these events were going on in history: • American Revolution • War of 1812 • Southern Plantations

  6. Historical People • During the Classical Greek Revival period, the following people were making history: • George Washington • Thomas Jefferson • Robert E. Lee

  7. Furniture Styles during the Classical Greek Revival period • American Empire

  8. Classical Greek Revival

  9. b • http://realviews.com/architecture/homes/cohgr.html

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