Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Components (hierarchy name)
4. components (objects parts)
5. [components by specific context]
6. architectural elements
7. [structural elements and components for structural elements]
8. structural elements
9. enclosing structural elements
10. membrane structures
11. rooflike enclosing structures
12. canopies (structural elements)

Anotations

Scope note:

General term for all ornamental canopy-like coverings of cloth, stone, wood, or metal used in a Christian church, such as to crown an altar, tabernacle, throne, pulpit, or statue. Examples are the structure covering an altar, formerly fitted with curtains and supported on four pillars; the covering suspended over the throne occupied by dignitaries of the Church or princes; the covering under which the Blessed Sacrament is sometimes borne in processions; or the parasol-like object sometimes placed on the north side of the altar in a stand.