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What is a pilaster?

What is a pilaster? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (architecture) A rectangular column that projects partially from the wall to which it attached; it gives the appearance of a support, but is only for decoration.
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Note the articulation of the facade with arched corbel tables and pilaster strips.
The mantel is framed by two sheathed pilaster jambs and an entablature with a frieze.
The fluted sculpted pilaster jambs rise up to heads with square acanthus leaf rosettes.
Its architecture with the gently bent pilaster strips and mouldings indicates already a transition to classicistic forms.
The use of limestone for the water table, belt course, rusticated jack arches, and pilaster capitals is unique in Kent County architecture.
As a decorative feature, the anta is considered to be the forerunner of the pilaster.

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