Sibari, Parco del Cavallo: style, chronology and anastylosis of the columns of the portico on the south
side of the baths of Copia
The archaeological excavations conducted in 2014-2015 on the south side of the parco del Cavallo, in
the archaeological park of Sybaris, revealed two collapsed columns preserved in all their elements (attic bases, fluted column shafts, Corinthian capitals). This quite unique discovery offered the possibility to
analyse the style of the architectural decoration in the Roman city in early 1st century CE. According
to the authors the use of local building material as well the details in the structure and detail of
the Corinthian capitals show the influence of the architectural culture developed in Rome under
Augustus, as well as features that distinguish architectural decoration in Southern Italy. The columns
were restored as part of the enhancement project of the archaeological site according to the principles
of the anastylosis.
