churrigueresque

/tʃʊˌriɡəˈrɛsk/
adjective
  1. Variant spelling of churrigueresco; relating to or characteristic of the ornate Spanish Baroque architectural style named after the Churriguera family.
    • She studied the churrigueresque details of the old mission.
    • The church's churrigueresque altar was a masterpiece of gold leaf and sculpture.
    • The churrigueresque style is famous for its elaborate, almost overwhelming decoration.
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