Found 2 items, similar to Modillion.
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Definition: modillion
modillion
n : (architecture) one of a set of ornamental brackets under a
cornice
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Modillion
Modillion
\Mo*dil"lion\, n. [F. modillon, It. modiglione. Cf.
Module, n.] (Arch.)
The enriched block or horizontal bracket generally found
under the cornice of the Corinthian and Composite
entablature, and sometimes, less ornamented, in the Ionic and
other orders; -- so called because of its arrangement at
regulated distances.
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