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pilaster
A pilaster is primarily a decorative element, often mimicking the appearance of a freestanding column to create a sense of rhythm and verticality on a flat wall. While some may provide minor structural reinforcement, their primary purpose in classical architecture is aesthetic, serving as a visual transition between wall sections or framing doorways.
In architectural descriptions, this term is distinct from a column or a pier. A column is free-standing, whereas a pilaster is permanently integrated into the wall surface. It is frequently associated with specific classical orders, such as Doric or Ionic, and often features fluting to enhance its ornamental appeal.
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A rectangular column that is attached to a wall and projects slightly from it, used either for structural support or as a decorative architectural element.
The neoclassical facade was adorned with a series of fluted pilasters.
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Each pilaster was topped with a detailed Corinthian capital.
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