strapwork

or strap-work

[ strap-wurk ]

/ ˈstræpˌwɜrk /

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noun Architecture.

a type of ornamentation imitating pierced and interlaced straps or bands, usually forming a geometric pattern.

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Origin of strapwork

First recorded in 1750–60; strap + work

How to use strapwork in a sentence

The strap work, applied in ribbon, is broken by cross stitches in couples, which take away from the severity of the lines.
Art in Needlework|Lewis F. Day
Some use may also be made of interlaced strap-work designs, either worked with gouges, or a small fillet.
Bookbinding, and the Care of Books|Douglas Cockerell
In each corner is a quarter circle of vellum, pierced and richly gilded in a pattern of strap-work and floral sprays.
Royal English Bookbindings|Cyril Davenport
The medallion is enclosed in a richly designed broad border of strap-work, enriched with dots and arabesques, all in gold.
Royal English Bookbindings|Cyril Davenport

Breast ornament, gold open strap work and floral filigree, the lower part an oval pendant, set with table diamonds.
The Industrial Arts in Spain|Juan F. Riao

British Dictionary definitions for strapwork

strap work

noun

architect decorative work resembling interlacing straps

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