scrollwork

[skrohl-wurk]

noun

decorative work in which scroll forms figure prominently.
ornamental work cut out with a scroll saw.

Origin of scrollwork

First recorded in 1730–40; scroll + work

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Historical Examples of scrollwork

The scrollwork is as effective as the medallions are insignificant.
Windows, A Book About Stained & Painted Glass
Lewis F. Day
Old engravings are procured of scrollwork, usually from the end of some book.
Chats on Old Furniture
Arthur Hayden
The centre of the square has a high iron fence about it, gates with scrollwork, which are commonly shut.
The Debatable Land
Arthur Colton
The North point is designated with an elaborate fleur-de-lis, and the East is emphasized with scrollwork.
Early American Scientific Instruments and Their Makers
Silvio A. Bedini
Grills composed of small spindles and scrollwork are strikingly beautiful if displayed in light which does the wood justice.
American Forest Trees
Henry H. Gibson

British Dictionary definitions for scrollwork

scrollwork

noun

ornamental work in scroll-like patterns, esp when done with a scroll saw

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Word Origin and History for scrollwork

1822, from scroll (n.) + work (n.).