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Frieze
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Definition
A horizontal band of decoration or ornament on a wall, typically between the architrave and cornice in classical orders. Friezes can be sculptural, painted, or molded and serve as visual emphasis.
Example
The Elgin Marbles from the Parthenon (447 BCE) are fragments of the sculptural frieze that once adorned the temple, depicting mythological scenes.