Pediment

Name/Title

Pediment

Entry/Object ID

1988.26.11

Description

Interior wood classical revival style pediment with complex molding configuration. Recessed opening with dentils, central scallop motif with symmetrical scrolls around. One detached scoll ornament. Carved ornaments in botanical style. Made of cedar, varnished finish. Originally served as a door cap with lintel. Brackets and casings (not part of this collection). See plate 68, page 92, "HERITAGE LOST" by Fred De Wolfe. Type: Inscriptions or Markings: Manufacturer: Place of Manufacture: . Design motif: Central scallop motif and botanical style motif Style: Classical Revival Finish: Varnished

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Pediment

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Surface Elements

Nomenclature Class

Building Components

Nomenclature Category

Category 01: Built Environment Objects