Base.—- The lower part of a pillar or column.

Battlement.—An indented parapet, often pierced for the discharge of arrows.

Bolection Moulding.—A moulding (in joinery) which projects beyond the surface of the framework round a panel.

Boss.—A projecting ornament placed at the intersection of the ribs of a ceiling or of vaulting.

Buttress.—A projection from a wall to create additional strength or support.

Cap., abbrev. for Capital.—The upper part or head of a pillar or column.

Chimney-Piece.—The architectural decoration surrounding a fireplace.

Coping.—The covering course of a wall or parapet to protect it from the weather.

Corbel.—A projecting stone to carry a weight.

Cornice.—The horizontal moulded projection encircling a building, or the upper part of the walls of a room below the ceiling.