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Arkitektur och Byggande - Ornamentala Drag i Arkitektur

Här kommer du att lära dig några engelska ord relaterade till ornamentala drag i arkitekturen såsom "listverk", "spår" och "plakett".

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molding
molding
[Substantiv]

a narrow piece of plaster, wood, or other material, used as decoration along the top of a wall, around a door, etc.

listverk, kronlist

listverk, kronlist

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relief
relief
[Substantiv]

a sculptural technique in which shapes or figures are raised above a flat background

relief, basrelief

relief, basrelief

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frieze
frieze
[Substantiv]

a narrow and decorative border that has engravings or pictures on it, especially above the walls of a room or building

fris, dekorativ kant

fris, dekorativ kant

Ex: The ancient temple's frieze depicted scenes of mythological battles and heroic deeds. 
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rosette
rosette
[Substantiv]

a decorative element in the shape of a stylized flower, often used as an ornament or embellishment in architecture and design

rosett, dekorativt element i form av en stiliserad blomma

rosett, dekorativt element i form av en stiliserad blomma

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cartouche
cartouche
[Substantiv]

a decorative frame or panel, typically in the shape of an oval or rectangle, used to showcase inscriptions, symbols, or decorative motifs, commonly found in Egyptian and Renaissance architecture

kartusch

kartusch

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cornice
cornice
[Substantiv]

an ornamental border made of plaster or wood, often used around the top of a wall where it meets the ceiling

gesims, dekorativ kant

gesims, dekorativ kant

Ex: The living room was beautifully decorated with an elegant cornice along the ceiling. 
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scrollwork
scrollwork
[Substantiv]

decorative motifs or patterns characterized by flowing, curving lines resembling scrolls or spirals, often used to adorn architectural elements such as friezes, moldings, and ironwork

slingermönster, volut

slingermönster, volut

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balconet
balconet
[Substantiv]

a small balcony or railing-like structure typically found on the upper level of a building, often ornamental in nature and providing a decorative accent to the façade

liten balkong, små balkong

liten balkong, små balkong

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fretwork
fretwork
[Substantiv]

decorative designs that are cut into metal, wood, etc.

genomskärningsarbete, fretwork

genomskärningsarbete, fretwork

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accolade
accolade
[Substantiv]

a curved ornamental feature, typically placed above doorways, windows, or niches, often found in Gothic architecture

ackolad, dekorativ båge

ackolad, dekorativ båge

Ex: The cathedral's entrance was framed by a graceful accolade. 
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annulet
annulet
[Substantiv]

a small circular ornament or molding, resembling a ring, used in architectural design for decorative purposes

liten cirkulär ornament, ringliknande dekorativt element

liten cirkulär ornament, ringliknande dekorativt element

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archivolt
archivolt
[Substantiv]

a decorative molding or band that spans the curved underside of an arch, often adorned with intricate sculptural or ornamental details

arkivolt, bågdekoration

arkivolt, bågdekoration

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billet
billet
[Substantiv]

decorative elements used in medieval architecture, especially in Romanesque designs

dekorationer

dekorationer

Ex: The cathedral’s arches were decorated with rows of billets in the Norman style. 
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cinquefoil
cinquefoil
[Substantiv]

a decorative architectural element or motif consisting of five rounded lobes or petals arranged in a symmetrical design, resembling a five-leafed clover or flower

femblad, femflikigt motiv

femblad, femflikigt motiv

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cordon
cordon
[Substantiv]

a decorative horizontal band or molding on a building's exterior

kordon, dekorativt band

kordon, dekorativt band

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crocket
crocket
[Substantiv]

a small projecting ornament, often in the form of a leaf or a bud, used to decorate the edges or angles of architectural elements such as spires, pinnacles, or gables

krokett, litet utskjutande ornament

krokett, litet utskjutande ornament

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cuspidation
cuspidation
[Substantiv]

the presence of a pointed or cusped feature, typically seen in architectural elements such as arches, tracery, or ornamental designs

kuspidation, närvaron av en spetsig eller kuspformad egenskap

kuspidation, närvaron av en spetsig eller kuspformad egenskap

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dentil
dentil
[Substantiv]

a small, rectangular-shaped block or tooth-like projection used as a decorative element in the molding or cornice of a building

liten tand, dekoration i form av en tand

liten tand, dekoration i form av en tand

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dogtooth
dogtooth
[Substantiv]

a small, pointed, tooth-like ornament often used in architectural detailing, characterized by its sharp, triangular shape resembling the tooth of a dog

hundtand, prydnad i form av en hundtand

hundtand, prydnad i form av en hundtand

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finial
finial
[Substantiv]

a decorative element placed at the top or end of an architectural feature or object

toppprydnad, dekorativt slutelement

toppprydnad, dekorativt slutelement

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fluting
fluting
[Substantiv]

a series of vertical grooves or shallow concave channels that are often found on columns, pilasters, or other architectural elements

kanelering, vertikala rännor

kanelering, vertikala rännor

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groove
groove
[Substantiv]

a long, narrow cut or indentation, often linear in shape, that is typically found on surfaces such as columns, moldings, or panels in architectural design

spår, fåra

spår, fåra

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frontispiece
frontispiece
[Substantiv]

a decorative architectural element positioned at the front of a building, often serving as an entrance or decorative feature

frontispis

frontispis

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coffer
coffer
[Substantiv]

a sunken decorative panel, typically square or rectangular in shape, that is used to adorn ceilings, domes, or vaults in architecture

kassett, försänkt dekorativ panel

kassett, försänkt dekorativ panel

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gutta
gutta
[Substantiv]

a small, rectangular or cone-shaped decorative element typically found on the underside of the triglyphs in a Doric frieze

droppe, litet dekorativt element i form av en droppe

droppe, litet dekorativt element i form av en droppe

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meander
meander
[Substantiv]

a continuous, repeating design made of straight lines and right angles, often seen in Greek art and architecture

meander, grekiskt mönster

meander, grekiskt mönster

Ex: The vase was adorned with a classic Greek meander pattern. 
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pendant
pendant
[Substantiv]

a decorative hanging ornament or pendant-shaped element that is suspended from a ceiling or structure

hängsmycke, pendang

hängsmycke, pendang

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quatrefoil
quatrefoil
[Substantiv]

a decorative element or motif consisting of four overlapping circles or lobes that form a symmetrical shape resembling a four-leaf clover

fyrapass, fyraklöverformigt motiv

fyrapass, fyraklöverformigt motiv

Ex: The Gothic cathedral's rose window was adorned with a stunning quatrefoil design, symbolizing unity and harmony. 
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strapwork
strapwork
[Substantiv]

a decorative motif in architecture and design that consists of interlacing or overlapping bands or straps, often in a geometric or scrolling pattern

bandverk, slingrande bandmönster

bandverk, slingrande bandmönster

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strigil
strigil
[Substantiv]

a decorative motif or pattern resembling the shape or design of the ancient strigil tool

strigil, strigilmönster

strigil, strigilmönster

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beading
beading
[Substantiv]

a decorative molding or edging characterized by a series of small, rounded or elongated shapes resembling beads, often used to add detail and visual interest to surfaces or edges

pärlornament, pärlband

pärlornament, pärlband

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astragal
astragal
[Substantiv]

a decorative molding or profile that consists of a semi-circular shape or a series of small beads, often used to create a decorative border or separation between two surfaces

astragal, halvcirkelformad dekorativ list

astragal, halvcirkelformad dekorativ list

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bolection
bolection
[Substantiv]

a raised, projecting molding or frame with a distinctive profile, often used around doors, windows, or paneling to create a decorative and three-dimensional effect on the surface

bolektion, utskjutande list

bolektion, utskjutande list

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bead
bead
[Substantiv]

a rounded molding or trim used for edging or ornamenting furniture and woodwork

list, kantlist

list, kantlist

Ex: The cabinet had a carved bead along the edges. 
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beak
beak
[Substantiv]

a projecting or ornamental feature resembling the beak of a bird, typically found at the end or corner of a roof, canopy, or gable

näbb, utsprång

näbb, utsprång

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bed molding
bed molding
[Substantiv]

a type of molding that is typically used at the junction between a wall and a ceiling or between different architectural elements

bäddlist, foglist

bäddlist, foglist

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cavetto
cavetto
[Substantiv]

a concave molding or profile with a curved shape, resembling a segment of a circle

cavetto, konkav list

cavetto, konkav list

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ovolo
ovolo
[Substantiv]

a rounded molding with a convex quarter-circle cross-section, used as a decorative element to add elegance and visual appeal to various architectural features

ovolo, rundad list med konvex kvartcirkel tvärsnitt

ovolo, rundad list med konvex kvartcirkel tvärsnitt

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ectype
ectype
[Substantiv]

a replica, copy, or reproduction of a decorative element or architectural detail, often created for restoration or preservation purposes

ektip, replik

ektip, replik

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gadroon
gadroon
[Substantiv]

a decorative motif or molding consisting of convex, rounded, or scalloped shapes that are typically repeated in a regular pattern

gadroon, konvex dekorationsmotiv

gadroon, konvex dekorationsmotiv

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quirk
quirk
[Substantiv]

a small, recessed detail or groove used to create a visual transition or decorative element between different architectural features

försänkt detalj, dekorativ spår

försänkt detalj, dekorativ spår

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calotte
calotte
[Substantiv]

a small, dome-like or vaulted structure, often used as a decorative element or as a covering for a specific area

kalott

kalott

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baguette
baguette
[Substantiv]

a slender, elongated architectural feature, decorative or functional, typically made of stone, metal, or wood

baguette, dekorativ list

baguette, dekorativ list

Ex: The façade was lined with stone baguettes between the windows. 
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cresting
cresting
[Substantiv]

decorative ornamental elements, such as finials or small sculptures, often found along the ridge or top edge of a roof or wall, adding visual interest and architectural detail

takprydnad, nockdekoration

takprydnad, nockdekoration

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terminal figure
terminal figure
[Substantiv]

a sculpted or decorative element that is placed at the end or termination point of a structure, such as a column, pilaster, or balustrade

terminalfigur, terminalornament

terminalfigur, terminalornament

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architrave
architrave
[Substantiv]

a decorative molding or trim used in interior design and woodworking

arkivolt, dekorativ list

arkivolt, dekorativ list

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medallion
medallion
[Substantiv]

a circular or oval decorative element used in architecture and design to add ornamental detail, often featuring intricate patterns or symbols

medaljong, rund eller oval dekorativ del

medaljong, rund eller oval dekorativ del

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cushion
cushion
[Substantiv]

a decorative element or motif resembling a cushion or pillow, often used to adorn the bases or capitals of columns, pilasters, or other architectural features

kudddekor, dekorativ kudde

kudddekor, dekorativ kudde

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ornamental plasterwork

the art of using plaster to create intricate and decorative designs, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of architectural interiors

ornamental putsarbete, dekorativ putsning

ornamental putsarbete, dekorativ putsning

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baldachin
baldachin
[Substantiv]

a decorative structure, often made of fabric or richly adorned materials, supported by columns or suspended from the ceiling, used to cover or highlight an important object or area, such as an altar or a throne

baldakin, himmel

baldakin, himmel

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necking
necking
[Substantiv]

a decorative band or molding found at the top of a column, typically serving as a transition between the shaft and the capital

hals, dekorationsband

hals, dekorationsband

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plaque
plaque
[Substantiv]

a board made of stone, wood, etc. with writings on it, attached to a building to honor an important person or event

plakett, minnestavla

plakett, minnestavla

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channel
channel
[Substantiv]

a groove or recessed groove-like feature, often found on columns, moldings, or other architectural elements, adding decorative or functional detail to the surface

spår, fåra

spår, fåra

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reed
reed
[Substantiv]

a vertical groove or rib, often decorative, resembling a reed stem, found on columns, pilasters, or other architectural elements

kannelering, räffla

kannelering, räffla

Ex: The column featured elegant reed ornamentation. 
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stria
stria
[Substantiv]

a long, narrow groove or linear marking, often found on surfaces such as walls or columns, adding texture or decorative detailing to the architectural element

räffla, fåra

räffla, fåra

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acanthus
acanthus
[Substantiv]

a decorative motif commonly used in architecture, characterized by the stylized representation of the leaves of the acanthus plant

akantus, akantusmotiv

akantus, akantusmotiv

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conge
conge
[Substantiv]

a concave or curved profile or molding used as a transitional element between different parts of a building or between different architectural features

konkav

konkav

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scotia
scotia
[Substantiv]

a concave, curved molding that gradually decreases in diameter from top to bottom, often used for decorative purposes on columns and other architectural elements

scotia, konkav list

scotia, konkav list

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volute
volute
[Substantiv]

a spiral or scroll-like architectural ornament, typically found at the top of a column capital, staircase railing, or decorative molding

volut, spiralformad ornament

volut, spiralformad ornament

Ex: The Corinthian capital was adorned with elegant volutes, adding a sense of grace and movement to the column. 
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coving
coving
[Substantiv]

a decorative molding or curved section that is typically installed along the meeting point of a wall and ceiling to add aesthetic appeal and create a smooth transition

gesims, dekorativ list

gesims, dekorativ list

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filet
filet
[Substantiv]

a narrow, rounded, or beveled strip used to create a smooth or decorative transition between surfaces

filet, list

filet, list

Ex: The ceiling corners were accented with a delicate filet. 
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capstone
capstone
[Substantiv]

the final, crowning stone or element placed at the top of a structure, often symbolizing completion or achievement

hörnsten, kronande element

hörnsten, kronande element

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breast
breast
[Substantiv]

a curved or rounded projection, such as the front surface of a molding or the convex part of a cornice

utsprång, välvning

utsprång, välvning

Ex: The cornice had a pronounced breast carved into its design. 
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