the erechtheion 421-405 b.c.e. the construction designed by philokes constructed during 421-405...
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The Erechtheion
421-405 B.C.E.
The Construction
Designed by Philokes
Constructed during 421-405 B.C.E.
Located on the Acropolis in Athens
Considered an Ionic masterpiece
Erechtheion Site Plan
Site SignificanceThe Erechtheion temple sits on a mythical site
According to the Legend, a contest between Athena and Poseidon was held to claim Athens in which Poseidon caused salt water to spring at the site. Athena won the contest by making an olive tree to sprout
The olive tree still stands!
Statue of Poseidon Statute of Athena
Erechtheion Highlights
Built on a sloping site and accommodates to it
Separate porticos with different sized columns
The Porch of the Maidens
Erechtheion Elevation View
The Porch of the MaidensLocated on the southern portion of the Erechtheion
Statues of women are used instead of the typical Ionic column
Columns are referred to as “caryatids” after beautiful, captive women of Caria
Original caryatids in a Greek MuseumStolen caryatid in the British Museum
Cast mold caryatids stand in place of the
originals
Final Reflections…
Any Questions???
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