gadroon
/guh-droon/US // gəˈdrun //UK // (ɡəˈdruːn) //
加德纳
Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : Architecture. an elaborately carved or indented convex molding.
- : a decorative series of curved, inverted flutings, or of convex and concave flutings, as on silversmith's work.
Examples
Bronze bowls (gilt) with gadroon or lotus ornament (moulded) in later period.
His flatware is usually distinguished by a shell motif, and gadroon edges finish and decorate many of his pieces.
A fine woven wire example, in date 1800, has a gadroon border, with handle with double bands and hinged.
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