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Pantheon Facade: Orders and Portico Explained

An architectural reading of the Pantheon facade—orders, portico depth, and movement.

1/10/2026
13 min read
Pantheon facade resembling a Greek temple

The portico establishes ritual approach. Columns articulate measure; entablature marks threshold; stairs slow the body into a civic mindset.


🧱 Orders and Detail

  • Corinthian capitals: foliage, finesse, civic flourish.
  • Doric echoes: restraint in secondary elements.
  • Entablature: a ring of meaning above the crowd.

📊 Quick Snapshot

Element Role Effect
Column Vertical measure Human-scale rhythm
Pediment Narrative plane Allegory and honor
Steps Processional tool Pace and focus

Facade

The facade is a language of approach.

Tentang Penulis

Architecture Historian

Architecture Historian

Sebagai penulis perjalanan pecinta Paris, saya menyusun panduan ini agar pengunjung merasakan kisah Pantheon—iman, revolusi, sains, dan memori sipil.

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Portico
Columns
Orders
Approach

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