Doric Collection (#10)

El Templete, Plaza de Armes, Havana, Cuba, c1910. The small neoclassical Doric chapel on the east side of Plaza de Armas was built in 1828 at the point where Havanas first Mass was held beneath a

Wellington Column, Liverpool, 1864

Colosseum, Rome. The Colosseum or Coliseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is a giant amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome

Column of Marcus Aurelius, (detail), Piazza Colonna, Rome. The Column of Marcus Aurelius, (Latin: Columna Centenaria Divorum Marci et Faustinae), is a Doric column, with a spiral relief

Doric column, in Temple of Hera, Olympia, Greece, c7th century BC

The doric temple of Hera at Agrigento, 5th century BC
The doric temple of Hera at Agrigento in Sicily, also known as the temple of Juno Lacinia, 5th century BC

The ruins of temple E at Selinunte
The ruins of doric temple E at Selinunte, and the ruins of another temple, probably destroyed by an earthquake

The temple of Concord on Sicily, 5th century
The doric temple of Concord on Sicily, 5th century

Greek temple of Olympian Zeus on Sicily, 5th century
Temple of Olympian Zeus in Agriento, Sicily. The statue of a giant Telemone is visible, 5th century

Greek temple of Hera at Paestum, 5th century BC
Doric Greek temple of Hera at Paestum, Italy, 5th century BC

Doric temple in Sicily, 5th century BC
Unfinished Doric temple in Sicily, 5th century BC

Temple of Hera, Olympia, Greece, 7th-6th century BC. The wife of Zeus, Hera was one of the major goddesses of Ancient Greece. The Romans worshipped her as Juno

London terminus of the London and North Western Railway, Euston, London, c1860. Hand-coloured lithograph from a railway board game showing a busy scene with people

Entrance to Colon (Columbus) Park, Havana, Cuba. Date: circa 1902

Rivoli Cinema, Broadway, New York City, USA
The Rivoli Cinema, Broadway at 49th Street, New York City, USA -- the film advertised stars Douglas Fairbanks in the silent comedy Headin South. Date: 1918

Front porch, Victoria Falls Hotel, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
Front porch with guests, Victoria Falls Hotel, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Date: 1930s

Courtyard, Victoria Falls Hotel, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
View of the courtyard, Victoria Falls Hotel, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Date: 1930s

Verandah, Victoria Falls Hotel, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
Verandah with guests, Victoria Falls Hotel, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Date: 1930s

Station hospital, Faizabad, India
Station hospital, Faizabad (Fyzabad), Uttar Pradesh, India. circa 1912

National Bank, Benoni, Transvaal, South Africa
National Bank, Benoni, a gold mining town in Transvaal (now Gauteng), South Africa. Date: circa 1930

Town Hall, Ladysmith, Natal Province, South Africa. Damage can be seen to the clock tower from a wartime shell which did not explode (1899). Date: circa 1905

Italy. Paestum. Doric temple of Hera from about 450 BC, formerly incorrectly attributed as the Temple of Neptune (Poseidon). South of Naples. Unesco World Heritage

Railway Station, Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa
Park Railway Station, Noord Street, Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa. Date: circa 1930

US Court House, Pensacola, Florida, USA
US Court House, and Citizens and Peoples National Bank, Pensacola, Florida, USA. Date: circa 1920

Custom House, Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Date: circa 1915

The Column of Marcus Aurelius. Piazza Colonna. Rome. Italy
The Column of Marcus Aurelius. Roman victory Doric column featuring an spiral reliefs that depicts the vicotries of the Emperor against the Germans and Sarmatians. Completed by 193 A.C

Hadrians Villa. 2nd century. Hall with Doric Pillars. Italy
Italy. Hadrians Villa. Imperial Villa built by Emperor Hadrian (76-138). 2nd century. Hall with Doric Pillars. Tivoli

Pompeii. Triangular Forum. Doric Temple ruins. 6th century BC. Base and stands

Pompeii. Triangular Forum
Italy. Pompeii. Triangular Forum. Fluted columns inside the square, Doric style

Greece. Olympia. Santuary of ancient Greece in Elis. Palaest
Greece. Peloponesse. Olympia. Santuary of ancient Greece in Elis. Palaestra, 3rd century B.C. Hellenistic Period. Ruins. Detail

Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. 444-440 B. C
Greek Art. Greece. Cape Sounion. Temple of Poseidon, built in 444-440 B.C

Greek Art. Greece. Delphi. The Stoa of the Athenians. c. 478
Greek Art. Greece. Delphi. The Stoa of the Athenians. Ancient building in the Sanctuary of Apollo. It was constructed c. 478-470 B.C. Early Classical period

Greece. Athens. Propylaea. Monumental entrance to the sacred precinct of the Acropolis. Built between 437-432 B.C. by order of Pericles and according Mnesicles project

Italy. Sicily. Agrigento. Valley of the Temples. Temple of Concordia. 5th century BC. Doric style

Italy. Paestum. Temple of Athena or Ceres. 6th century BC

Italy. Paestum. Ruins. Campania. Southern Italy

Italy. Paestum. Temple of Neptune
Greek art. Magna Grecia. Italy. Paestum. Temple of Neptune, actually dedicated to the goddess Hera. Built around 450-460 BC. Doric style. Front

Greek Art. Temple of Hera (Temple E). 460-450 B. C. the East
Greek Art. Temple of Hera (Temple E). Classic Greek, Doric architectural style. 460-450 B.C. the East Hill. Selinunte. Sicily. Italy

Germany. Munich. Propylaea. Konigsplatz square
Germany. Munich. The Propylaea. Built in Doric style and completed by Leo von Klenze (1784-1864) in 1862. Konigsplatz square

Temple on Aegina. Doric capital from the cella of the temple
Greek art. Aphaia Temple on Aegina. Doric capital from the inner room (cella) of the temple. Glyptothek. Munich. Germany

Italy. Pompeii. Temple of Apollo. Doric architrave with metopes and triglyphs resting on the columns

Italy. Pompeii. Triangular Forum. Tholos with sacred deep well surrounded by Doric columns. Sponsored by Numerius Trebius

Italy. Rome. San Pietro in Vincoli Church. Interior. In the apse, frescoes by Giacomo Coppi (1523-1591), 1577

Paestum. Temple of Athena. It was built around 500 BC. Facad
Greek Art. Magna Graecia. Paestum.Temple of Athena. It was built around 500 BC. The architecture is transitional, being partly in the Ionic style and partly early Doric. Facade. Outside

Italy. Paestum. Temple of Hera, built around 460450 BC. Arc
Greek art. Magna Graecia. Paestum. Temple of Hera, also called of Neptune, built around 460450 BC. Archaic doric temple. Campania. Italy

Italy. Pompeii. 1st century AD. House of Julia. Garden
Italy. Pompeii.1st century AD. House of Julia. Garden surrounded by original marble-embellished quadrangular columns

Germany. Berlin. Brandenburg Gate crowned by the Quadriga of
Germany. Berlin. Brandenburg Gate, built between 1788 and 1791 by Carl Langhans in classical style. Crowned by the Quadriga of Victory (1793)

Propylaea of A?a?A?a?the Sanctuary of Athena. Pergamon. De
Propylaea of A?a?A?a?the Sanctuary of Athena. 3rd - 2nd centuries BC. Architrave with the dedication from king Eumenes to Athena Nikephore. At the balcony, the weapons of the defeates Galates

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"Doric: The Timeless Elegance of Classical Orders" Step into the world of classical architecture and discover the enduring beauty of the Doric order. Alongside its counterparts, the Ionic and Corinthian columns, Doric stands as a testament to ancient craftsmanship and architectural mastery. One can witness the grandeur columns in iconic locations such as St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, Rome. These majestic structures create an awe-inspiring backdrop for visitors from around the globe, symbolizing strength and power. Traveling back in time to Greece, we find ourselves at the Temple of Aphaia on Aegina Island. Here, Greek architecture showcases its finest with imposing Doric columns that have stood tall for centuries, evoking a sense of reverence for their historical significance. Closer to home lies Monticello's West Front in Virginia, USA. Thomas Jefferson's masterpiece incorporates elements inspired by classical orders including beautifully crafted Doric capitals that add a touch of sophistication to this renowned estate. For those seeking knowledge and enlightenment, Nasson College's Academic Building in Springvale, Maine welcomes students with its stately facade adorned with elegant Doric-style columns - an embodiment of intellectual pursuit within higher education. Venturing further into Europe brings us to Trier, Germany where Porta Nigra proudly displays both Doric and Corinthian style columns. This Roman monument serves as a reminder of past civilizations' architectural prowess while captivating modern-day admirers. Niches carved within walls often feature classical orders like Doric; they provide sheltered spaces where sculptures or artifacts find their place among history’s greatest achievements. In London's crypt beneath Lord Nelson’s tomb lies another example showcasing how classical orders endure through time. The solemnity surrounding his final resting place is enhanced by intricately designed Doric elements which pay homage to his heroic legacy. Finally reaching Athens reveals one of humanity's most treasured treasures - The Parthenon.