Ancient Greek columns

Ancient Greek columns are structural and decorative elements that support buildings, especially temples. They come in three main styles: Doric (simple, sturdy with plain capitals), Ionic (more slender with scroll-shaped capitals), and Corinthian (ornate with elaborate acanthus leaf decorations). Columns typically consist of a base, a shaft, and a capital. They often feature fluted shafts with vertical grooves, contributing to their aesthetic and structural strength. These styles reflect different regional preferences and artistic periods in Greece, influencing architecture for centuries and inspiring classical designs in Western architecture today.