Architectural planning and building practices at the basilica of the theater in Messene

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Published: Sep 22, 2018
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/dchae.18478
Keywords:
6th century Early Byzantine architecture building techniques workshop organization architectural planning basilica of the Theater of Messene Messene Peloponnese
Nikos TSIVIKIS
Post-Doctoral Researcher, Römisch-Germanisches Zentralmuseum, Mainz
Abstract
Based on the basilica of the Theater in Messene the architectural planning and building practices in provincial monuments of the sixth century is examined. In the basilica’s impost capitals, the use of positioning marks for the correct setting of the colonnades is observed and on the paved floor of the sanctuary auxiliary etchings are visible for the proper setting of the liturgical furnishing. This evidence offers insight into the process of building monuments like the Messenian basilica.
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