Jon Ellison wrote:

> The classification of an ancient column is dependent solely
> upon the design of the capitol, shaft and base. Here we see
> only the shafts. They are not fluted, so therefore that would
> put them among the Tuscan breed.

When this thread started you knew nothing about columns now you are incorrectly telling others what is what from a position of laymen's "expertise" and still getting it wrong despite being explained and shown otherwise? Not exactly heading in the right direction are we. I'd like to blame myself for this abject failure, but I believe I have done the best I can. I will give it one more go. It is the capital and base that determines the classification and fluted and non fluted shafts are used in every type. What didn't you understand about this the first time?

Ionic capital:


On non-fluted columns:


Doric capital:


On non fluted columns Pantheon (cough):


Colosseum:


Corinthian Capital:


On non-fluted columns:


If you truly cannot see reason at this point I'm afraid I would have to question more than just your intellectual acumen at this point.



Post Edited (16-Jun-15 18:57)