Ancient theatre of Epidaurus (13 Subjects)
Ancient theatre of Epidaurus: Theatre in the grove of Aesculapius near Epidaurus. Fig. 1: Plan of the diazoma. Fig. 2: Elevation and section of the diazoma and some of the seats above and below it [...] Fig. 3: The coping to the diverging enclosure wall of the coilon, which followed the inclined line of the wall. Fig. 4: Application of a fragment found within the sacred precinct. The parts restored are the plinths, columns and architrave; the cornice and pedimental ornament are of one piece of marble beautifully sculptured in low relief, and now much destroyed. Fig. 5 and 6: Plan and section of a reservoir or fountain, built of fine large blocks of stone covered with a thick and strong cement.
1. Topographical map of Epidaurus, with the ancient theatre and the stadium of the Sanctuary of Asclepius. 2,3. Plan and view of the pyramid of Lygourio.
1. Section. 2, 3. Section of the seats. 4,5. Reconstruction and architectural features of the priest's seat.
