Doric Order: Cornices of Greek Buildings decorate Soane left the house to

Soane left the house to the nation on his death in 1837

held within the Soane Drawing Office

demolishing and rebuilding them to create an extraordinary building which was at once a private residence

Soane used both Ionic and Corinthan orders extensively in his practice

The skills and strategies presented here will help you make a visual record of the urban places you experience

Doric Order: Cornices of Greek Buildings decorate Soane left the house toThis drawing shows a number of sections through Doric cornices of peristyles from various examples of classical architecture. Belonging to Sir John Soane's collection of Royal Academy Lecture Drawings, an image such as this would have certainly been a useful resource for young architects in training. This print is colour matched to the original and approved by Sir John Soane's Museum. Every purchase supports the work of the Museum.