Architectural History and Styles Flashcards
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Which architectural order is characterized by a simple, unadorned capital?
Answer: Doric
The Doric order features a plain, cushion-like capital with no ornamentation.
The Parthenon in Athens is a prime example of which architectural style?
Answer: Greek Classical
The Parthenon (447–438 BC) exemplifies Greek Classical architecture with its Doric columns and harmonic proportions.
Which structural feature is most associated with Gothic cathedrals?
Answer: Flying buttresses
Flying buttresses are external arched supports that transfer the lateral thrust of Gothic vaults away from the walls.
The Renaissance architectural movement originated in which country?
Answer: Italy
The Renaissance began in Italy during the 14th–15th centuries, reviving classical Greco-Roman principles.
Which architect designed the iconic Fallingwater house?
Answer: Frank Lloyd Wright
Frank Lloyd Wright designed Fallingwater in 1935, integrating the structure over a waterfall in Pennsylvania.
The Baroque style in architecture is best described as:
Answer: Ornate and dramatic with dynamic forms
Baroque architecture (17th–18th century) is characterized by grandeur, elaborate ornamentation, and dramatic use of light.