scrollwork

[ skrohl-wurk ]

/ ˈskroʊlˌwɜrk /

noun

decorative work in which scroll forms figure prominently.

ornamental work cut out with a scroll saw.

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Origin of scrollwork

First recorded in 1730–40; scroll + work

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Examples from the Web for scrollwork

The scrollwork is as effective as the medallions are insignificant.
Windows, A Book About Stained & Painted Glass|Lewis F. Day
He came slowly to his feet and steadied himself with one hand on the scrollwork of the bed.
The Finding of Haldgren|Charles Willard Diffin
At the best these diapers compare very unfavourably with scrollwork.
Windows, A Book About Stained & Painted Glass|Lewis F. Day
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

Generally composed of a framework of shields or medallions, with a design of scrollwork flowing through it.
Notes on Bookbinding for Libraries|John Cotton Dana

British Dictionary definitions for scrollwork

scrollwork

/ (ˈskrəʊlˌwɜːk) /

noun

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

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Word Origin and History for scrollwork

scrollwork

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