Architectural bronze
a brass alloy of about 57 percent copper, 41 percent zinc, and 2 percent lead.
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of or relating to : architectural metals. conforming to the basic principles of . having the qualities of ; characteristic of ; structural; architectonic. Contemporary Examples The screeching vehicle left tire tracks on the architectural relic, which dates back to the Ming Dynasty. High Speed Scandal: Ferrari Incident Rocks China Melinda Liu September 4, 2012 […]
- Architecturally
of or relating to : architectural metals. conforming to the basic principles of . having the qualities of ; characteristic of ; structural; architectonic. Historical Examples architecturally the tower may be said to be a connecting link between the romanesque and Norman styles. Oxford and its Story Cecil Headlam The interior of this mosque is […]
- Architecture
the profession of designing buildings, open areas, communities, and other artificial constructions and environments, usually with some regard to aesthetic effect. Architecture often includes design or selection of furnishings and decorations, supervision of construction work, and the examination, restoration, or remodeling of existing buildings. the character or style of building: the architecture of Paris; Romanesque […]
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the architecture of buildings that, in their plans or elevations, create an image that suggests their functions.
- Architrave
the lowermost member of a classical entablature, resting originally upon columns. a molded or decorated band framing a panel or an opening, especially a rectangular one, as of a door or window. Historical Examples The epistyle is commonly spoken of by its Roman name, architrave. History of Ancient Art Franz von Reber The architrave, for […]