French sculptural term for an identifiable shape or figure defined by its limits, contour, or silhouette.
Forme denotes an identifiable shape or figure whose boundaries, contour, or silhouette can be perceived. Pierres-Info notes that for regular architectural profiles such as a vase, column, or capital, the more specific French term galbe may be preferable.
Etymology
French forme, from Latin forma.
References
https://www.pierres-info.fr/glossaire_sculpture/index.html