Category:Piers (architecture)

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Deutsch: Pfeiler

English: A pier is an upright support for a structure or superstructure, such as an arch or bridge.

The simplest cross section of the pier is square, or rectangular, although other shapes are also common. In medieval architecture, massive circular supports called drum piers, cruciform (cross-shaped), and composite piers are common. Sections of wall between openings can function as piers.

See also: Category:Columns.

Français : Pilier

Subcategories

This category has the following 6 subcategories, out of 6 total.

[+] Piers (architecture) by country‎ (5 C)
[+] Gothic piers‎ (4 C, 4 F)
[+] Renaissance piers‎ (1 C)
[×] Baroque piers‎ (1 F)

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[+] Compound piers‎ (1 C, 6 F)
[+] Crossing piers‎ (1 C, 2 F)

Media in category "Piers (architecture)"

The following 18 files are in this category, out of 18 total.

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