Glossary

Having two columns in front; used in describing a classical building.

A half-turn stair which has no wellhole between successive flights; the rail and balusters of the upper and under flights fall in the

1. An ornament in medieval architecture and derivatives, of more or less elaborate motif, usually pyramidal with notched sides, the

A horizontal band of bricks, or course, that is laid diagonally on edge; each brick is set so that one corner projects

1. A continuous cross-connection or interconnection such that the flow of water from one system to the other may occur under the slightest

A decorative masonry pattern formed by brick headers having a dark glazed finish exposed on one end; often laid in the flat unbroken

1. In ancient Greek and Roman masonry construction, stones which extend the full thickness of the wall; same as through stones. 2. Quoins

The wide horizontal walkway between the lower and upper tiers of seats in a Greek theater.

1. The middle portion of a pedestal between the base (or plinth) and the surbase; also called a dado. 2. A tool