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Stringcourses

Scope note

Horizontal bands of masonry, generally narrower than other courses, extending across the face of a wall and in some instances continuing across piers or engaged columns; may be flush or projecting and may be flat surfaced, molded, or otherwise shaped. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30002637

Broader Terms used

courses

Equivalent Terms used

stringcourse

Created

13yrs ago

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