Program

Public Programs: Younger Scholars, 2/76 - 2/85

Period of Performance

8/1/1978 - 9/30/1978

Funding Totals

$5,478.00 (approved)
$5,478.00 (awarded)


The Testing of a New Theory on the Nature and Method of Greek Temple Design

FAIN: GY-10609-78

Leslie Fray
Unaffiliated independent scholar

To study the nature and method of design in Greek temples. This research will illuminate the nature and importance of proportions in Greek temple architecture and its relation with the contemporary ancient theories of number and harmony, particularly that of the Pythagoreans. Involves travel, possible publication.