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Caryatid: meaning, definitions and examples

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caryatid

 

[ หŒkรฆr.iหˆรฆt.ษชd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architecture

A caryatid is a sculpted female figure that serves as an architectural support, taking the place of a column or a pillar. It is often seen holding up entablatures, roofs, or balconies in classical structures, particularly in Greek and Roman architecture. The term suggests a deep connection between art and architecture, emphasizing both aesthetic appeal and structural functionality. Caryatids are known for their graceful forms and detailed drapery, often embodying the ideals of beauty and strength. Their use reflects the importance of human figures in architectural design during ancient times.

Synonyms

column, pillar, support.

Examples of usage

  • The Erechtheion features several famous caryatids.
  • Caryatids can often be found in neoclassical buildings.
  • The sculptor meticulously carved the caryatids to ensure lifelike representation.

Translations

Translations of the word "caryatid" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cariรกtide

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅˆเคฐเคฟเคฏเคŸเคฟเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Karyatide

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ karyatid

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐั€ั–ะฐั‚ะธะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kariatida

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒชใ‚ขใƒ†ใ‚ฃใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท caryatide

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cariรกtide

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karyatid

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นด๋ฆฌ์•„ํ‹ฐ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงุฑูŠุชูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ karyatid

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ karyatid

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡ฏ้‡Œ้˜ฟๆๅพท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kariatida

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ karyatรญd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐั€ะธะฐั‚ะธะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ karyatida

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cariรกtide

Etymology

The term 'caryatid' originates from the ancient Greek word 'karyatides', derived from 'Karyai', a town in Laconia sacred to the goddess Artemis, where the local women participated in the worship of the deity. The connection likely stems from the fact that the caryatids were originally thought to represent the priestesses of Artemis. The first known uses of caryatids in architecture date back to the 5th century BC, where they were employed in the design of temples and public buildings in ancient Greece. Over time, caryatids gained popularity in Roman architecture and later in Renaissance and neoclassical designs, symbolizing a fusion of functionality and artistry. Today, they are celebrated as iconic elements that evoke both historical reverence and artistic creativity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,908, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.