104
cartouche =
An ornament tablet, often
inscribed or decorated, and
framed with elaborate scroll-
like carving.
catshead =
An ornament consist-
ing of an animal-like
head.
cavetto =
A hollow member or
round concave molding
containing at least the
quadrant of a circle, used
in cornices. Often errone-
ously called “
scotia”
which has noncircular
curvature.
chancel arch =
An arch which, in many
churches, marks the separation
of the chancel or sanctuary
from the nave or body of the
church.
chapel =
A small area within a church,
containing an altar and intended
for private prayers.
A room designated for religious
purposes within a school.
cartouche
catshead
cavetto types
Chancel arch
chapel