frieze

• Ein Fries ist ein horizontaler, oft verzierter Streifen oder Band, typischerweise als Zierleiste an einer Wand, einem Gebäude oder einem Möbelstück, häufig mit Reliefs, Schnitzereien oder Ornamenten versehen.

A noun referring to a decorative horizontal band or strip, often carved or sculpted, typically found on the upper part of a wall, building, or piece of furniture.

1. Architectural decorationC1formalart

   A broad horizontal band of sculpted or painted decoration, especially on a wall near the ceiling.

   Fries

   • The ancient temple had a marble frieze depicting battles.
   • The museum displayed a frieze from the Parthenon.
   • The artist painted a colorful frieze along the top of the wall.

2. C1formalart

   A decorative band or strip, often with patterns or scenes, used in interior design.

   Fries

   • The wallpaper had a floral frieze near the ceiling.
   • They installed a wooden frieze in the dining room.
   • The frieze in the hallway showed scenes from nature.

   Synonymebandborderstriptrim