Greek Revival Architecture with Dr Christopher Gribbin

The 18th century saw many architects looking for a less elaborate style of architecture as a reaction against the excesses of Baroque and Rococo designs. At the same time, ancient Greek architecture was becoming better known in Western Europe, perfectly suited to architects looking for a style that was monumental but austere.

This talk will explore the principles and key elements of Greek architecture, and how these became popular as part of “Greek revival” architecture and some of the controversy that caused.

Dr Christopher Gribbin is a public historian specialising in ancient Greece and Rome and an Adjunct Lecturer at La Trobe University.