pseudoperipteral
Adjective: - Having a colonnade that appears to surround the cella but with engaged columns along the sides and rear: In classical architecture, describes a temple or structure where the columns are not freestanding on all sides. Instead, the columns along the flanks (sides) and the back are partially embedded (engaged) into the wall of the inner chamber (cella), creating the visual impression of a peripteral temple (one surrounded by a single row of columns) from a frontal view.
This is a specialized architectural term. It is used to describe the specific column arrangement of certain ancient Greek and Roman temples and their neoclassical imitations. - The Maison Carrée in Nîmes is a classic example of a pseudoperipteral Roman temple. - The architect chose a pseudoperipteral design to give the building the grandeur of a peripteral temple while saving on materials and space.
- The term is often used in contrast with peripteral (freestanding columns on all sides) and prostyle (columns only at the front).
- It is a formal, technical descriptor found in academic texts, architectural histories, and detailed building descriptions.
- Peripteral (adj): Having a single row of columns on all sides, completely surrounding the cella.
- Engaged column (n): A column that is partly attached to or embedded in a wall.
- Cella (n): The inner chamber of a classical temple, housing the cult statue.
- False peripteral: A direct synonym emphasizing the visual deception.
- Partially engaged peristyle: A more descriptive synonym.
- Peripteral: Having a freestanding colonnade on all sides.
- Astylar: Having no columns or pilasters.
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having columniation completely circling an area of the structure
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