The pedestal at the corners or peak of the roof to support an ornament is called what?

The pedestal at the corners or peak of the roof to support an ornament is called what?

• A. Acroterion
• B. Anthemion
• C. Antefix
• D. Apotheca

Answer: (A)

Acroterion refers to the ornamental pedestal placed at the corners or the apex of a pediment to support sculpture or other decoration. In classical architecture, these small pedestals (acroteria when plural) mark the spots where finished ornament sits on the roofline, framing the pediment with statuary or decorative forms. The other terms describe different features: anthemion is a floral decorative motif used on friezes and pediments; antefix are the decorative ends of roof tiles along the eaves; apotheca denotes a storage space or cupboard, not a roof ornament.

Acroterion refers to the ornamental pedestal placed at the corners or the apex of a pediment to support sculpture or other decoration. In classical architecture, these small pedestals (acroteria when plural) mark the spots where finished ornament sits on the roofline, framing the pediment with statuary or decorative forms. The other terms describe different features: anthemion is a floral decorative motif used on friezes and pediments; antefix are the decorative ends of roof tiles along the eaves; apotheca denotes a storage space or cupboard, not a roof ornament.