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The Sculptors Lexicon

Akroteria

Sculptural or architectural ornaments placed on the apex and outer corners of a classical pediment.

Short Definition

Sculptural or architectural ornaments placed on the apex and outer corners of a classical pediment.

Language Origin

Greek

Categories

ArchitectureGreek Terms

Sculptural or architectural ornaments placed on the apex and outer corners of a classical pediment. Akroteria may take the form of palmettes, figures, animals, volutes, or other decorative motifs and are supported on small bases called acroters.