Corinthian column
Ornate Greek support
A Corinthian column is the most ornate of the three classical Greek architectural orders, distinguished by its elaborate capital decorated with carved acanthus leaves and small scrolls.
The style spread throughout Roman architecture and remains common in grand public buildings: The courthouse facade features six Corinthian columns.
- IonicScroll-capitaled column order
- DoricAustere classical column style
- capitalWealth used for investment
- acanthusSpiny-leaved ornamental plant
- acanthus leavesArchitectural plant motif
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