scrollwork

/ˈskrōlˌwərk/

Definitions

1. noun

Decorative work, especially on the edges or borders of a page, often in the form of interlacing or scrolling lines, typically made by hand.

“The medieval manuscript featured intricate scrollwork around the edges of its pages.”

Synonyms

  • carving
  • interlacing
  • scrolling

Antonyms

  • blank
  • plain