A crossword exploring cryptic and intricate architectural details found in Gothic and historic buildings.
Enigmatic Facades and Hidden Motifs
Explore cryptic architectural details through obscure terms and subtle design elements in this challenging crossword.
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Across
- 1. Square spaces between triglyphs on a frieze
- 2. Intentional bad handwriting or inscription
- 3. Walls with a slight inward slope for stability
- 4. Masonry blocks at building corners
- 6. Decorative projections supporting a structure
- 8. A projecting beam supported at only one end
- 12. RELIEF Sculptural technique with shallow depth
- 14. Partial remains of architectural elements
- 18. Stonework supporting glass in Gothic windows
Down
- 5. Spiral scrolls decorating Ionic capitals
- 7. Horizontal molding separating floors
- 9. Lintel or beam resting on column capitals
- 10. Base block supporting a column
- 11. Complex maze-like architectural design
- 13. Water spouts carved as monstrous creatures
- 15. Intricate ornamental design, often wood or metal
- 16. Sculpted female figure serving as column
- 17. Flat blocks under a Doric cornice
- 19. Decorative horizontal band on a wall
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