Maison Carrée, Rear View

Creator

• Unknown

Files

Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Publication Date

1966

Time Period

16 BCE

Abstract

Total rear view from south-southeast, with engaged columns

Keywords

Roman Imperial period, Ancient architecture, Pseudoperipteral, Hexastyle, Corinthian columns, Corinthian capitals, Peristyle

Alt Text

An ancient stone building with a triangular pediment and columns, surrounded by outdoor seating with tables and chairs. The structure appears weathered, set against a partly cloudy sky.

Extent

1 color photograph

Geographic Location

France; Nîmes (France)

Rights

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Access Restrictions

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Media Type

Color photographs

Format

Digital Only

Note

This building is one of the earliest lasting examples of a Roman temple which can be linked to the imperial worship of Roman provinces, in this case Nemausus, or modern day Nîmes. It is a testament to the era of Rome's transition from a republic to an empire, reflecting the imperial ideologies within the political system during the consolidation of territory. This is a Pseudoperipteral temple, where only the pronaos, or front, columns stand free, while the lateral and rear columns of the cella are engaged in the walls.

Identifier

A01-JFA0004

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Maison Carrée, Rear View" (1966). Art and Art History Collection (Saskia). 95.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/saskia/95