Ovolo (Noun)
Meaning
A convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A classic example of Italianate architecture, the building features an intricate ovolo molding that wraps around its exterior façade.
- Architects often choose the ovolo as a molding style for door and window frames in traditional and Victorian-era buildings.
- During the Renaissance, craftsmen prized the ovolo for its adaptable shape, using it in elaborate moldings for churches and palaces.
- For a more contemporary look, some millworkers might choose a simplified version of the traditional ovolo for a home's interior trim work.
- Designers of neoclassical homes often include decorative details such as egg and dart or basic ovolo moldings, a throwback to ancient architectural styles.