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Spiral vaults

Scope note

Annular vaults with a spiral axis used to support, for example, the steps of a spiral stair. RS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30001374

Broader Terms used

barrel vaults

Equivalent Terms used

spiral vault

Created

13yrs ago

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