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Transverse ribs

Scope note

Ribs which span at right angles to the longitudinal axis of the space being spanned, dividing it into bays or compartments; for arches separating the bays of vaults, particularly in a groin- or barrel-vaulted space, use "transverse arches." DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30001444

Broader Terms used

ribs

Equivalent Terms used

transverse rib

Created

13yrs ago

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