Caryatid

A caryatid is a female column figure that usually forms the upper end of a column or pilaster in the function of a capital.

Columns can be found on antique furniture from almost every era. They flank the drawers of chests of drawers and writing furniture or actually have a supporting function in the form of table legs.

Columns can be found on antique furniture from almost every era. They flank the drawers of chests of drawers and writing furniture or actually have a supporting function in the form of table legs.

A pilaster is a wall pillar used instead of a voluminous column, which can be found on the pilasters of antique cupboards and chests of drawers.

A capital is the upper end of a column, pillar or pilaster. Capitals originate from Greek antiquity and can be divided into three widespread orders.

A caryatid is a female column figure that usually forms the upper end of a column or pilaster in the function of a capital.

In Biedermeier furniture making, attention is paid to straight lines and a strictly cubist design style. Carefully selected and mirrored veneers now provide the design of the surface. Sparingly placed columns and recessed key plates made of ebony loosen up the flatness.