griffado

/ɡriˈfɑdo/; Italian: [grifˈfado]

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ornate, decorated ironwork, particularly in Italian architecture.

“The hotel’s interior featured intricate griffado detailing on the balconies.”

Synonyms

  • grisaille
  • ornamentation

Antonyms

  • minimalism
  • plainness