baldachins (canopies)

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Scope note
Canopies over such features as thrones, altars, tombs, or doorways; may be suspended, projecting, or free-standing. For roofed structures with columns built over altars, use "ciboria (structures)."
baldachins
Accepted term: 05-Jan-2026