- An acroterion, acroterium, (pl. akroteria) is an architectural ornament placed on a flat pedestal called the acroter or plinth...
- Acroterium, also known as acroterion in singular form, is an architectural element that serves as a decorative finish on the top or corners of a pediment.
- An acroterium is an architectural feature used in classical architecture, often marking the corners or peak of a building's roof.
- From Latin acrōtērium, from Ancient Greek ἀκρωτήριον (akrōtḗrion); related to ἄκρος (ákros, “highest, at the extremity”). Pronunciation. IPA(key): /ˌækɹəˈtɪəɹi.əm/.
- Acroterium is a term used to refer to a form of architectural ornamentation that is placed atop a building or structure.
- Acroterium. Definition: (n.) One of the small pedestals, for statues or other ornaments, placed on the apex and at the basal angles of a pediment.
- Acroterium is a type of interior design element that is typically used as an ornamental decoration on the roof corners of Greek temples.
- Acroterium by Charles Benjamin, London, United Kingdom. 910 likes · 8 talking about this. Interior designer and passionate promoter of the 18th-century...
- When it comes to architectural terminology, it’s easy to get lost in the jargon. Two words that often cause confusion are acroterium and apex.
- 'Acroterium' [ak-ruh-teer-ee-uhm] refers to an ornament located at the corner or peak of a pediment, typically consisting of a statue, urn, or volute.
