1. Columns: Roman colonnades were characterized by rows of columns supporting an entablature.
2. Capital: Each column had a capital with elaborate designs and decorative details.
3. Pedestals: The columns were often placed on pedestals or bases.
4. Entablature: The entablature was a horizontal structure that rested on the columns and provided support for the roof.
5. Architrave: The architrave was the lower part of the entablature and was usually flat.
6. Frieze: The frieze was the middle section of the entablature and often had sculptural reliefs or decorative motifs.
7. Cornice: The cornice was the uppermost part of the entablature and was usually decorated with elaborate molding.
8. Materials: Roman columns and entablatures were usually made of stone, marble or other durable materials.
9. Proportions: The proportions of Roman colonnades were carefully designed to create a sense of harmony and symmetry.
10. Purpose: Roman colonnades served a variety of purposes such as providing shade, shelter, and support for buildings and monuments.
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