arabesques

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Scope note
Decorative patterns of stylized foliage characterized by a continuous stem which splits regularly, producing a series of counterpoised, leafy, secondary stems. Used also generally for allover patterns of fanciful foliate scrollwork.
arabesques
Accepted term: 05-Jan-2026