Art Of Classical Greek Era

Department of Greek and Roman Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Architecture of Ancient Greece

The ancient Greeks were renowned for their architectural achievements, and their temples, theaters, and other public buildings remain some of the most iconic structures in the world. Greek architects developed a number of sophisticated techniques to make their buildings more beautiful and durable, including the use of columns, pediments, and entablatures. They also paid great attention to the proportions of their buildings, creating structures that are visually pleasing and harmonious.