Explore cryptic architectural details through obscure terms and subtle design elements in this challenging crossword.
Enigmatic Facades and Hidden Ornamentation
A crossword exploring mysterious and lesser-known architectural details that add character and intrigue to historic and modern buildings.
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Across
- 1. Decorative molding crowning a building or wall
- 2. Vertical element dividing window panes
- 3. Decorative board along a gable roof edge
- 4. Water-spouting carved creature or figure
- 6. Semi-circular window above a door often with radiating bars
- 8. Ornamental top piece on gables or spires
- 10. Ornamental stonework supporting window glass
- 11. Small vertical column in a railing
- 12. Horizontal band of sculpted or painted decoration
- 14. Reused building stone or decorative carving from earlier construction
Down
- 5. High section of wall with windows to admit light
- 7. Sculpted female figure serving as a supporting column
- 9. Flat rectangular column projecting slightly from a wall
- 13. Leaf motif commonly found in Corinthian capitals
- 15. Circular floral decorative motif
- 16. Square space between triglyphs in classical friezes
- 17. Slatted architectural feature for ventilation and light
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