scrollwork

[ skrohl-wurk ]

/ ˈskroʊlˌwɜrk /

decorative work in which scroll forms figure prominently.

ornamental work cut out with a scroll saw.

Origin of scrollwork

First recorded in 1730–40; scroll + work

The scrollwork is as effective as the medallions are insignificant.

Windows, A Book About Stained & Painted Glass |Lewis F. Day
He came slowly to his feet and steadied himself with one hand on the scrollwork of the bed.

The Finding of Haldgren |Charles Willard Diffin
At the best these diapers compare very unfavourably with scrollwork.

Windows, A Book About Stained & Painted Glass |Lewis F. Day
The North point is designated with an elaborate fleur-de-lis, and the East is emphasized with scrollwork.

Early American Scientific Instruments and Their Makers |Silvio A. Bedini

Generally composed of a framework of shields or medallions, with a design of scrollwork flowing through it.

Notes on Bookbinding for Libraries |John Cotton Dana

scrollwork

/ (ˈskrəʊlˌwɜːk) /

ornamental work in scroll-like patterns, esp when done with a scroll saw