Volute
(noun)
A spiral or scroll-like decorative motif, commonly found in architecture and furniture design.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word 'voluta' meaning a spiral scroll.
Examples:
- The balustrade of the staircase had a series of elegant volutes.
- The legs of the table were adorned with delicate volutes in a classical style.
- The capitals of the columns in the temple were carved with intricate volutes.
- The armchair had a high back with a central volute design.
- The fountain in the park featured a statue of a sea goddess surrounded by volutes.