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Pediments
A classical architectural element consisting of a triangular section or gable found above the horizontal superstructure (entablature) which lies immediately upon the columns; fronton.
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A classical architectural element consisting of a triangular section or gable found above the horizontal superstructure (entablature) which lies immediately upon the columns; fronton.
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| pilastersnoun | (decorative architecture) A rectangular column that projects partially from the wall to which it is attached; it gives the appearance of a support, but is only for decoration. |
| pedestalsnoun | (architecture) The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp. |
| porticoesnoun | A porch, or a small space with a roof supported by columns, serving as the entrance to a building. |
| pillared | Having pillars. |
| pillarsnoun | (architecture) A large post, often used as supporting architecture. |
| archwaysnoun | A passageway covered by an arch, particularly one made of masonry. |
| pyramidsnoun | A set of ancient pyramidal-shaped constructions in Egypt, mostly built as tombs for the pharaohs. |
| colonnadesnoun | A series of columns at regular intervals. |
| porticoed | (of a building) That includes a portico; furnished with a portico or porticoes. |
| monumentsnoun | a 1998 progressive trance album by Los Angeles–based DJ Doran. |
| edificesnoun | A building; a structure; an architectural fabric, especially a large and spectacular one. |
| peristylenoun | A colonnade surrounding a courtyard, temple, etc., or the yard enclosed by such columns. |
| porticonoun | A porch, or a small space with a roof supported by columns, serving as the entrance to a building. |
| architecturenoun | The art and science of designing and managing the construction of buildings and other structures, particularly if they are well proportioned and decorated. |
| pedestalnoun | (architecture) The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp. |
| architecturalnoun | Pertaining to architecture. |
| archesnoun | Arches National Park, a national park in Utah |
| frescoesnoun | (countable, painting) An artwork made by applying water-based pigment to wet or fresh lime mortar or plaster. |
| parapetsnoun | A low protective wall. |
| statuarynoun | Statues considered collectively. |
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