Palace of Minos at Knossos, Grand Staircase of the East Wing on Lower Level

Creator

• Unknown

Files

Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Publication Date

1994

Time Period

circa 1550-1520 BCE

Abstract

Grand Staircase of the East Wing, lower level view

Keywords

Neo palatial period, Late Minoan I, Ancient architecture

Alt Text

A dimly lit room with stone walls, ledges stairs, and several large vertical pipes running through it. The ceiling has an open concept, allowing natural light to filter in.

Extent

1 color photograph

Geographic Location

Greece; Crete (Greece)

Rights

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Access Restrictions

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Media Type

Color photographs

Format

Digital Only

Note

The Grand Staircase of the East Wing is a multi-story gypsum stone flight of stairs that winds around a central light well. The design gives an idea to how the Minoans engineered a solution to their challenge of building vertically into a hillside while maintaining a light and airy environment.

Identifier

A01-JCA0002

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Palace of Minos at Knossos, Grand Staircase of the East Wing on Lower Level" (1994). Art and Art History Collection (Saskia). 4.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/saskia/4