Jean-Claude Golvin

Samaria (Sebaste), the Temple of Augustus

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Watercolor;Black ink;Gouache;Graphite;Arches watercolor paper

Dimensions

82.3 × 65.7 cm (Overall) 79.2 × 64.5 cm (Drawing)

Period

Geographical area

Location or theme

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

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Aerial view of the Temple of Augustus in Samaria (Sebaste). The drawing is in portrait format. It is framed in ink. Traces of watercolor are visible in the margins. Inscriptions appear on the reverse.
The temple is located on a podium, accessed by a grand staircase from a large courtyard lined with porticoed galleries. Access to the courtyard is also via a grand staircase. The courtyard is attached to the enclosure.

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