frieze-band window

frieze-band window

One of a series of small windows that form a horizontal band directly below the cornice; usually continuing across the main facade. See also: French window

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frieze-band window

frieze-band windows

One of a series of small windows that form a horizontal band directly below the cornice, usually across the main façade of a building; found especially in Greek Revival architecture.

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