Archivolt

[ɑ:kivәult]

(n.) The architectural member surrounding the curved opening of an arch, corresponding to the architrave in the case of a square opening.

(n.) More commonly, the molding or other ornaments with which the wall face of the voussoirs of an arch is charged.

Edited by Brent

n. the band or moulding which runs round the lower part of the archstones of an arch.

Typist: Mason