Greek Temple parts

Pediment

Pediment

the triangular top of a temple that contains sculpture

cornice

projecting molding on building (usually above columns or pillars)

frieze

a broad horizontal band of sculpted or painted decoration, especially on a wall near the ceiling.

Triglyph

a triple projecting, grooved member of a Doric frieze that alternates with metopes

Metope

panel between the triglyphs in a Doric frieze, often sculpted in relief

Architrave

a plain, unornamented lintel on the entablature

raking cornice

The cornice on the sloping sides of a pediment.

capital

topmost member of a column

Stylobate

a continuous base supporting a row of columns in classical Greek architecture. (the floor)

Stereobate

In Greek architecture, the stepped base on which a temple stands.

Doric Order

(n.) The oldest and simplest of the three main orders of classical Greek architecture, characterized by heavy fluted columns with plain, saucer-shaped capitals and no base; A Roman order of similar design but with the addition of a base.

Ionic Order

characterized by volutes (spiral, scroll-like form), capitals, columns with bases, uninterrupted frieze, base

column

an upright pillar, typically cylindrical and made of stone or concrete,

Corinthian Order

Most ornate of the orders- contains a base, a fluted column shaft, and the capital is elaborate and decorated with leaf carvings

Caryatids

Women in place of columns