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A finial is an architectural device employed to decoratively emphasize the apex of a gable, or any of various distinctive ornaments at the top, end, or corner of a building or structure.
Smaller finials can be used as a decorative ornament on the ends of curtain rods or applied to chairs and furniture including bed posts, lampshades, clocks. Architectural finials are frequently seen on rooflines, peaks, on top of cupolas, domes and gazebos. A pineapple finial, especially one constructed from copper can be seen adorning roof domes and cupolas.
It is a decorative end piece to a drapery rod. These are usually made of cast metal or plastic and are in the shape of pineapples.
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What is a finial?
A finial is a decoration that you put on the turrets
What is the umbrella shaped finial of a dagoba?
the umbrella-shaped finial of a dagoba (3 letters)
When is the finial of Sonny With a Chance?
New Girl
What is the top of the banister post called?
a finial
What is the finial answer to Pluto being a planet or not?
its a dwarf star
What is the Umbrella-shaped finial of a dagoba called?
chattri
Which fruit is known as swargeeya bhalam in Malayalam?
pineapple
What is the difference between a lintel or finial?
A lintel is a horizontal architectural member spanning above an opening, such as a doorway or an arch. A finial is a decorative piece that finishes off the top of the lintel. It could also be placed above the vertical posts on opposite ends. Think of the finial(s) as "final finish(es)."
What was Adolph Hitler finial decision?
Suicide to avoid the inevitable.
What does pineapple has in it?
Pineapple is a fruit. It contains pineapple.
Why are flag poll trucks called trucks?
I was informed that the top of a flag pole was called a truck. Now I learn that it is not a truck but a finial. The turck is the mechanism that connects the finial to the flag pole. IS this correct and where do these words come from.
What is the little metal thing that holds a lampshade on a lamp called?
It's called a lamp harp. The top (where you place the shade) is called a finial base, the little 'clips' at the bottom are called the harp base.
