scrollwork

American  

[skrohl-wurk] / ˈskroʊlˌwɜrk /

noun

1. decorative work in which scroll forms figure prominently.

2. ornamental work cut out with a scroll saw.

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scrollwork British  

/ ˈskrəʊlˌwɜːk /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of scrollwork

First recorded in 1730–40; scroll + work

Example Sentences

The windows still feature decorative scrollwork with hearts, circles and diamonds.

From New York Times

Hidden in the filigreed scrollwork is a bas-relief of St. George on a horse fighting a dragon.

From Washington Post

There are moments when the visuals of “Eternals” recalls Ray Harryhausen in their adamantly analog effects, and when the heroes work their magic, it often takes on the delicacy of finely-spun scrollwork.

From Washington Post

Our style was called ram’s head: two swoopy pieces of scrollwork with what looks like an urn in the middle.

From Washington Post

But they were missing out — not just on the Avalon’s superior sound and projection, but its vibe, from the signature gilded scrollwork to the popcorn, its warm, salty terroir just as distinctive as Usnavi’s cafe con leche on screen.

From Washington Post