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Baldachins

Scope note

Use for canopies over such features as thrones, altars, tombs, or doorways; may be suspended, projecting, or free-standing. For roofed structures with columns built over altars, use "ciboria (structures)." PDARC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30003762

Broader Terms used

canopies (structural elements)

Equivalent Terms used

baldachin

Created

13yrs ago

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