Illustrated Architecture Dictionary
Fleuron
FLER on
Also called flos
The small flower at the center of each side of the Corinthian abacus
Any small flower-like ornamentation in generalFound in classical Greek and Roman architecture and derivatives, including Beaux Arts Classicism, Classical Revival, Federal, Georgian Revival, Greek Revival, Neoclassicism, Renaissance Revival, Second Empire
Examples from Buffalo architecture
- Illustration above: Buffalo Savings Bank
- Edward H. Butler Mausoleum
- St. Anthony's RC Church
- Hamlin House
- Buffalo Catholic Institute Public Library / Church of Scientology Buffalo
- Fireplace: Margaret Lautz Munschauer House
Examples from Europe: