Pilaster

Name/Title

Pilaster

Entry/Object ID

1988.26.6.1

Description

Interior wood, Classical Revival Style pilaster. The top is mitered. Has twin columns on front face with botanical motif capitals. Semi-cylindrical shank, carved botanical ornaments, below which are reeded columns, below which are applied moldings and applied panel plinth base. Made of two hardwoods. Varnished finish. Originally served as front entrance door casings. Associated with arched transom window and pair of main entrance doors. (Not part of this collection) See "HERITAGE LOST", Minor White photo, Page 80-81. A missing base of one column. Type: Inscriptions or Markings: Manufacturer: Place of Manufacture: . Design motif: Style: Finish: Varnished

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Pilaster

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Supporting Elements

Nomenclature Class

Building Components

Nomenclature Category

Category 01: Built Environment Objects