Tambour
In today's world, Tambour has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide range of people. Whether we are talking about Tambour as a public figure, a historical event related to Tambour, or a topic of current debate, the importance of delving into its meaning and repercussions is undeniable. In this article, we will delve into the world of Tambour and explore its different facets, to understand its importance and impact on contemporary society.
In classical architecture, a tambour (Fr.: "drum") is the inverted bell of the Corinthian capital around which are carved acanthus leaves for decoration.
The term also applies to the wall of a circular structure, whether on the ground or raised aloft on pendentives and carrying a dome (also known as a tholobate), and to the drum-shaped segments of a column, which is built up in several courses.
A cover made of strips of wood connected together with fabric such as that of a roll-top desk is called a tambour. This has been adopted to describe an office cupboard that is designed to have doors that conceal within the cabinet when opened, also known as roller-shutters.
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Notes
- ^ a b Chisholm 1911, p. 388.
- ^ "Tambour Definition & Meaning". Dictionary.com. Retrieved 2022-05-13.
References
- This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Chisholm, Hugh, ed. (1911). "Tambour". Encyclopædia Britannica. Vol. 26 (11th ed.). Cambridge University Press. p. 388.
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