volute

A **volute** is a spiral scroll-like ornament that forms the basis of the [|Ionic order], found in the [|capital] of the Ionic column. It was later incorporated into [|Corinthian order] and [|Composite] column capitals. Four are normally to be found on an Ionic capital, eight on Composite capitals and smaller versions (sometimes called //helix//) on the Corinthian capital



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