anthemion

/ænˈθiːmiən/
noun
  1. A decorative design or pattern based on a flower or leaf, often used in architecture, art, and furniture.
    • The architect chose a repeating anthemion motif for the building's stone frieze.
    • The ancient Greek temple was decorated with a carved anthemion along the top of the columns.
    • She admired the intricate anthemion pattern on the border of the antique rug.
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