broadpillared

Broadpillared refers to a style of column capital found in ancient Greek and Roman architecture. This style of capital is characterized by a wide, flat abacus, which is the uppermost section of the capital, and a pair of vertical engaged columns that support the abacus. The engaged columns are arranged in a manner that creates a sense of stability and strength.

In architectural terms, a pillared or column capital is a decorative element that represents the point where a column supports a load or an entablature. Engaged columns, on the other hand, are not part of a freestanding column, but rather appear to be a column that has been built into a wall or another structure. The engaged columns of a broadpillared capital are designed to appear as if they are supporting the weight of the building or structure above.

Architectural historians have noted the widespread use of broadpillared capitals in ancient Greek architecture, particularly during the 5th and 4th centuries BCE. Examples of buildings that feature broadpillared capitals can be found in the ruins of ancient temples and public buildings throughout Greece. The style was also adopted by ancient Roman architects, who adapted it to their own building designs. Broadpillared capitals are an important element in the study of ancient architecture, as they provide insight into the visual aesthetics and structural techniques of the ancient Greeks and Romans.