Structures within ancient Rome Flashcards
1
Q
What were the 3 types of columns?
A
Doric, Ionic and Corinthian
2
Q
What is a cross vault?
A
Two barrel vaults crossing at right angles
3
Q
What is a dome?
A
Rotated arch to form a continuous circular shape
4
Q
An example of a dome?
A
Pantheon
5
Q
What was a arche?
A
Creates space for the uncluttered roofing of large spaces and spreads the weight
6
Q
What is a barrel vault?
A
Depth of a arch extended so roof is space instead of a entrance
