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Columns

Ancient Greek Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns.
  1. Doric Columns (5)
  2. Ionic Columns (5)

Caryatids

Caryatids are columnar supports in the shape and dress of women.

Caryatids

Caryatids were draped female figures used instead of columns.

Columns @ Architecture.about.com

From the About.com Guide to Architecture, a page of resources on modern and ancient columns.

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