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The east facade of the Temple of Athena Nike, whose columns are of the Ionic order, an early example of scrollwork.

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Ornament Molding Tracery Sheela Na Gig Stuccowork Fret Stalactite work Pinnacle strapwork Fluting and reeding Acroterion

Hagia Sophia. Istanbul, Turkey. Constantinople. Church of the Holy Wisdom. Church of the Divine Wisdom. Mosque.

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