The Oikoi Building at Labraunda through Time: Function, Transition, and Continuity

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The Oikoi Building at Labraunda through Time: Function, Transition, and Continuity

The Oikoi Building at Labraunda through Time: Function, Transition, and Continuity

Authors : Çağla Durak, Cem Ardıl

Pages : 11-42

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Publication Date : 2025-07-30

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :The Oikoi building at Labraunda, with its two rooms and tetrastyle in antis porch, represents a unique architectural and cultural monument in the sanctuary of Zeus Labraundos in ancient Karia. Built during the Hecatomnid dynasty, it reflects both the religious and political ideals of the dynasty, blending Karian, Greek and Persian traditions. Over the centuries, the building has undergone various transformations, adapting to different functions. Using epigraphic, architectural and historical analysis, this study examines the changing function, construction techniques and stylistic characteristics of the building, as well as comparative analyses of similar structures. The findings highlight the building\\\'s role as a multifunctional space, potentially serving as an unusual prytaneion, religious space, and storage facility, while later modifications align it with Late Antique centralizing movements seen in church architecture. The research underscores the enduring significance of the building as a testament to its Hecatomnid heritage and the dynamic interplay between form, function and cultural identity.
Keywords : Karia, Labraunda, Hekatomnid, Oikoi, Geç Antik, Mimari, Erken Bizans, İnşa Malzemeleri, Batı Anadolu

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