North Porch Coffer
Detail view of one of the “coffers” of the ceiling of the north porch of the Erechtheion. This recessed construction technique helped to reduce the weight of the ceiling/roof. Note too, the egg and dart design on the molding.
Detail view of one of the “coffers” of the ceiling of the north porch of the Erechtheion. This recessed construction technique helped to reduce the weight of the ceiling/roof. Note too, the egg and dart design on the molding.