Many carved elements have survived since antiquity. That is why the names of some types of carved decoration are so difficult to understand and unfamiliar to us.
But these elements are still quite common today. Especially on those products that are made in classical styles.
Therefore, to know the meaning of words such as "acanthus", "pilaster", "festoon" or "capitelle" to the owners of CNC machines that make products in different styles - if not necessary, at least desirable.
For example, a customer asks you: "I want this jewelry box to be crowned with a graceful acanthus. And on the front wall was festooned with berries". And you do not understand what it is about.
Or maybe you're the customer of the CNC product. You understand what you would like to see on the product, but you cannot explain it to the master. That is what our dictionary is for.
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Dictionary of carved decor:
Attention! This dictionary is a mix of terms denoting decorative elements and products themselves. We followed the alphabetical order that is typical of all dictionaries. Therefore, the logic is a little bit broken. Don't be surprised that decoration is followed by product and then decoration again.
Acanthus.
Acanthus is an architectural element, a popular decoration that is a leaf of a tropical plant. It was used in different cultures and eras. But in each style direction had its own characteristics. Then it acquired a more rounded and soft shape. Or it became pointed. But remains unchanged decorative element used in many classic interior styles and in our time. You can see models of acanthus at the link.
Analoy.
Analoy term is strictly ecclesiastical. It is used exclusively in the arrangement of churches and temples. It is a high table designed for prayer books. It is used during church services. In ordinary interiors, the analogue is not used.
Baguette.
Baguette is most often called a frame for paintings and mirrors. Unlike a ready-made frame, baguette is a slat with carved decoration. Sometimes used as decor for furniture, for doors, for walls.
Balusters.
An important structural component of most staircases. Balusters are posts on which the handrails are placed. Thus the handrails are formed.
Base.
The base is the lower part of the column. Its base. Usually is not decorated with carved decoration. But it can have an interesting shape.
Ballustrade.
Ballustrade is a fence of stairs or balconies, consisting of shaped columns or balusters, connected by railings.
Bas-relief.
Bas-relief is a decoration in which the image protrudes above the plane of the product. With the help of bas-reliefs decorate a variety of products.
Gorelief.
In this case, unlike bas-relief, the image is even stronger. It is a half-sculpture.
Garland.
Garland is sometimes called festoon. And, if the word garland is found in our language, festoon is almost a forgotten name. Both - this is the designation of a decorative element, which is an intertwining of leaves, flowers, fruits, often decorated with ribbons and bows. Such decor looks very interesting and unusual.
Capitelle.
The capitel is the upper part of any column. There are flat (for pilasters - more about what is a pilaster we will tell you below), and there are volumetric. Capitals came to us from ancient times. But today they are performed in different styles.
Icon case.
This is another product of ecclesiastical purpose. It is intended for storing and displaying icons. It is an open cabinet, often angular. Suitable for the arrangement of a home prayer corner.
Console.
This is a table, which most often has only one or two legs (or no legs at all), partially attached to the wall. Consoles are often installed in hallways, in dressing rooms, in bedrooms. It looks very elegant.
Cannelure.
This word is called vertical grooves on the base of the column. There are columns smooth, decorated with other carved decor. The classic variant assumes the presence of a cannelure.
Bracket (corbel, console).
Bracket - supporting element, protruding. Serves to support something (but is now often used solely for decorative purposes).
Crown.
This is the upper central part of the decoration. It is a kind of crown. Designed for decorating cabinets, backs of furniture, for the design of frames for pictures and mirrors, etc. Models of this decorative element are presented here.
Caryatid
This word is called a statue of a woman. But not just a statue, but one that replaces a column or pilaster. Usually on the head of such a statue is a capitol. Male statues supporting the roof or ceiling are usually called atlantes.
Ornament.
An ornament is any repeating decorative element.
Panel.
Represents an image made on the material. In the technique of "bas-relief". When part of the composition protrudes above the base. Represents a variety of subjects. Suitable as an independent product, and as a decoration for furniture, wall panels, etc.
Pilaster.
Pilasters are just the same flat columns, for which the section with capitals presents flat variants. Pilasters are suitable for decorating furniture, doors, walls. They take up little space, but create the desired atmosphere.
Palmetto.
Fan-shaped leaf. Another common decorative element of plant origin.
Rosette.
In this case, it is a decoration in the form of a circle or square, in the center of which is inscribed most often a flower.
Pulpit.
Beautiful decorative bar, connecting the legs of a chair, table, any other kind of furniture. Gives the product an attractive appearance.
Frieze.
A decorative band or strip at the top of a piece, framing or crowning an architectural structure or piece of furniture, wall.
Royal Gate.
These are the doors to an iconostasis. Often with a place for the installation of icons. The iconostasis itself is a partition in the temple. Serves to decorate the temple, displaying the most significant icons and limiting the area for parishioners.
The cone.
This is the upper part of the pillar, its decoration. Can have a variety of shapes.
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