egg and anchor
/ɛɡ ənd ˈæŋkər/
noun
- A decorative molding pattern featuring alternating oval shapes (eggs) and anchor-like or arrow-like carvings, used in architecture and furniture.
- The old library's cornice was decorated with a classic egg-and-anchor pattern.
- She admired the egg-and-anchor molding on the antique cabinet.
- The architect chose an egg-and-anchor design for the frieze in the grand hall.