Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Furnishings (hierarchy name)
5. furnishings (works)
6. [furnishings by form or function]
7. coverings and hangings
8. [coverings and hangings by specific type]
9. [coverings and hangings by location or context]
10. [coverings and hangings for openings]

Narrower term/s

• miniblinds
• venetian blinds
• vertical blinds

Anotations

Scope note:

Flexible or removable devices used to obstruct or regulate vision or light consisting of horizontal or vertical slats that can be opened or closed, often with the angle of the slats adjustable to admit varying amounts of light. For heavier coverings, often of wood, permanently affixed to buildings, use "shutters." For assemblies of adjustable blades, slats, or baffles, use "louvers." Prefer "shades (coverings)" for flexible screens, usually of paper, cloth, bamboo, or similar materials and sometimes mounted on a roller, used to obstruct or regulate vision or light.