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Architectural elements > Columns > Abaci, architectural elements

Preferred term

Abaci, architectural elements  

Definition

  • Uppermost members of the capitals of columns; often plain square slabs, but sometimes molded or otherwise enriched [AAT]

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Abacus, architectural element
  • Abacuses, architectural elements
  • Tailloir, abacus

Notation

  • 122543

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-XSQ2GXVV-X

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