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Rinceaux

Scope note

Use for a pattern of scrolling stems and leaves, especially of acanthus and in classicizing decoration. For other leafy scrollwork, use "scrolling foliage."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000165495

Broader Terms used

scrolling foliage

Term used for

rinceau pattern
rinceaus

Equivalent Terms used

rinceau

Created

13yrs ago

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