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ionian order

/aɪˈəʊniən ˈɔːdər/

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/aɪˈəʊniən ˈɔːdər/C1formalart
  • ruОдин из классических ордеров древнегреческой архитектуры, характеризующийся стройными каннелированными колоннами и отличительными завитками-волютами на капители.

One of the classical orders of ancient Greek architecture, characterized by slender fluted columns and distinctive scroll-shaped volutes on the capital.

  1. Classical architectural styleC1formal

    One of the three classical orders of ancient Greek architecture, characterized by slender fluted columns and scroll-shaped volutes on the capitals.

    ruИонический ордер

    • The Temple of Athena Nike features the elegant Ionian order.
    • Architects often use the Ionian order for its graceful proportions.
    • The scrolls on the capitals are the most distinctive feature of the Ionian order.