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Openwork Stone Façade with Floral Ornament: Triptych of Arched Niches

#7225. Openwork Stone Façade with Floral Ornament: Triptych of Arched Niches

The presented fragment of architectural decoration exemplifies an exquisite specimen of Neo-Romanesque or Neo-Byzantine stylistics embodied in the stone façade of the building. Particularly noteworthy is the trio of arched niches with intricate floral ornaments skillfully carved in stone.

The façade is distinguished by thoughtful architectonics with clear horizontal articulation. The upper part is framed by a decorative frieze with denticles (small tooth-like projections), creating an expressive interplay of light and shadow. Below it lies an elegant carved ornamental band with botanical motifs.

The central element of the composition consists of three arched recesses filled with openwork carvings featuring floral patterns. The two lateral recesses contain symmetrical depictions of stylized plants with leaves and flowers, while the central recess showcases a more complex intertwining pattern with heart-shaped elements. The arches rest on smooth pilasters harmoniously integrated into the overall stonework.

The lower part of the fragment is also adorned with an ornamental frieze that echoes the stylistics of the upper decorative band, creating completeness and integrity in the architectural composition. The beige-sandy tone of the stone emphasizes the plasticity of the carved elements, generating a rich interplay of light and shadow.