Decorative Motif (Physical Description)Definition:
- This field contains the description of decorative motifs on the object.
Observation:- For better search results in your database, avoid a large variety of terms; draw up an authority list and add keywords as necessary.
Entry rules:- Enter the names of the decorative motifs in the singular form, even if there are several similar motifs.
Example | Object Name | vase |
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| Decorative Motif | Greek |
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- Enter a keyword describing the decorative motif of the object.
Example | Object Name | vase |
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| Decorative Motif | Lanoraie cross |
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| Description | The cross was made by impressing the clay with a string. |
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- Enter any descriptive details in the Description field.
Example | Object Name | plaque |
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| Decorative Motif | figure; spiral |
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| Description | Representation of a man holding a torch in his hands, both in a spiral |
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- If you are unsure whether your information is correct, include a space and a question mark after the word.
- This field may contain multiple entries separated by a semicolon followed by a space.
Example | Object Name | bracelet |
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| Decorative Motif | knotwork; stripe |
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| Description | Knotwork on the two edges and a stripe in the centre. |
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