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Corinthian Capital from the Temple of Zeus in Caesarea Philippi 98 BCE. Hermon Stream Nature reserve and Archaeological Park (Banias) Golan Heights Israel

JERUSALEM: LAST SUPPER. The interior chamber of the Cenacle, the site of the Last Supper at Mount Zion, Jerusalem. Stereograph, c1910

Leptis Magna, Libya - Al Hums - some of the dozens of heads of Medusa that used to decorate the Severan Forum. Nowadays some are detached and lie damaged on the ground

Temple of Fame, Barrackpore, India
The statue of King George V in front of the Temple of Fame at Barrackpore, near Kolkata (Calcutta), India. The Temple was built in the early 19th century in memory of 24 British officers who died in

Front view of the Reichstag building, Berlin, Germany
View from the front of the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany. The building opened in 1894 to house the German parliament

Visitors outside the Reichstag building, Berlin, Germany
Visitors enjoy the summer weather outside the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany. The building opened in 1894 to house the German parliament

St Cajetan Church, Old Goa, India. Originally known as the Church of Our Lady of Divine Providence, it was completed in 1661

Church of St Francis of Assisi, Old Goa, India
The church of St Francis of Assisi in Old Goa, India. It was built in 1661 on the site of an earlier church. Today it houses an archaeological museum

The Town Hall of Birmingham
The town hall of Birmingham is a magnificent construction modelled upon one of the ancient temples of Greece. A rustic basement supports a series of noble Corinthian columns

Baroque altar, Landsberg, Bavaria, Germany
View of the baroque altar in the Dominican Convent Church in Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria, Germany. The church was built in 1720

Couple posing in Marianske Lazne, Czechoslovakia
A couple pose for their photograph in the spa town of Marianske Lazne, Czechoslovakia. Behind them is the famous colonnade with its corinthian columns

Ruins of Timgad, Algeria
Timgad - Algeria - Roman Ruins. Known as Thamugas by the Romans, Timgad was a Roman colonial town in North Africa founded by the Emperor Trajan

Temple of Baal, Palmyra, Syria
A Temple, ruins at Palmyra, Syria. The most striking building in Palmyra is the huge temple of Ba al one of the most important religious building of the first century AD in the Middle East

The Duplex Catamaran, 1880
Engraving of a Duplex Catamaran, built in Rhode Island USA, for Mr. Henry N. Custance, honorary treasurer of the Corinthian Yacht Club, August 1880

Timoleon Sails to Sicily
As Timoleon, a Corinthian, sets sail for Sicily the skies clear and a bright light guides him all the way. Later he successfully frees Syracuse and Sicily from tyrants

Chesterfield Terrace, Regents Park, London, showing the symmetrical Neo-Classical architecture, including Corinthian capitals above fluted columns

Paris / La Madeleine C1860
Church of La Madeleine

Apsley House 1829
Apsley House, Hyde Park Corner, home of the Duke of Wellington Date: 1829

NELSONs COLUMN 1930S
Nelsons Column, Trafalgar Square, London, with South Africa House behind it

Oxford / Sheldonian Theatr
Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford

Pediment and columns of the Pantheon, Paris, France, Europe

Pediment and Corinthian columns of the Pantheon, Paris, France, Europe

1st century AD Nabatean Corinthian Tomb, Wadi Musa, Petra, Jordan, Middle East

Nabatean Palace Tomb and Corinthian Tomb, 1st century AD, on the east cliff of Wadi Musa, Petra, Jordan

Corinthian column, Library of Adrianus, Athens, Greece, Europe

Corinthian columns of the Temple of Zeus dating from between 174 BC and 132 AD, Athens, Greece, Europe

Berlin / Main Bank C1910
The main Bank

Paris / La Madeleine C1905
La Madeleine

Paris / Chambre Deputes
La Chambre des Deputes, viewed from across the river Seine

Paris / La Madeleine C1908
Church of La Madeleine and the Rue Royale

Royal Home / Osborne C1900
Osborne House, Isle of Wight: the Drawing Room

Hyde Park Corner / 1838
Hyde Park Corner, full of traffic as usual

Crockfords Club House on St Jamess Street

Christs Hospital Chapel
The Chapel of Christs Hospital, London

The National Gallery
The exterior of the National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, floodlit at night for dramtic effect

Judicial hearing in Ancient Rome
A judicial hearing taking place in Ancient Rome

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"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Corinthian: From Classical Orders to Iconic Structures" Step into the world of architectural marvels as we uncover the captivating allure of Corinthian. This exquisite style, one of the three Classical Orders alongside Doric and Ionic columns, has left an indelible mark on history. Imagine yourself transported to ancient Rome, where Cicero's powerful speeches echoed through grand halls adorned with Corinthian columns. The Claverton Street Chapel in London pays homage to this timeless design, showcasing its elegance even in a modern setting. But it is Greece that truly embraced Corinthian's splendor. In Athens, Hadrian's Library stands proudly as a testament to Roman Emperor Hadrian's vision. And amidst the ruins of the Roman Forum captured by Robert MacPherson in 1867, Corinthian columns still stand tall, whispering stories from centuries past. Architecture enthusiasts will appreciate Charles Lawrie's engraved masterpiece depicting the Orders of Architecture. Here, Doric, Ionic and Corinthian column capitals are meticulously illustrated – each boasting its unique charm and character. Venturing further afield brings us to Al Khazneh Temple in Petra, Jordan – an awe-inspiring structure adorned with intricate Corinthian details. Meanwhile, Rome beckons with its iconic Arch of Titus and Temple of Vesta; both exemplifying how this architectural style transcends time and borders. Whether you find yourself exploring Syria's Palmyra or wandering through Homs Governate – remnants like the Funerary Temple and Arab Citadel showcase how even amidst turmoil, these magnificent structures endure. Corinthian remains a symbol of beauty frozen in stone - an eternal reminder that artistry can withstand the test of time.