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What is a gadroon?

What is a gadroon? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. Any of a series of raised decorative curves used as adornments on the necks of vases, silverware, etc.
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Two powerfully carved phoenix affronte on either side of a gadroon vase, among scrolls of vegetables and garlands of stylized flowers.
A fine woven wire example, in date 1800, has a gadroon border, with handle with double bands and hinged.
The Cortez expresses this determination through the extremely generous size of the case, as well as the double gadroon which characterises this collection.
The silverplated cocktail line features a gadroon decoration of concentric circles that plays up the contrasts between smooth and grooved surfaces.
On either side of the entablature, a tripod supports a vase with a gadroon top and palm leaf décor, its handles draped with a swag of leaves.
The dishes feature a shaped gadroon border embossed with oak leaves and acorns, while their centre features floral and leafage sprays.

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