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Tympanum

The panel filling the space between the top of a door (the lintel) and the arch over it. In medieval doorways it was often carved with sculpture.

Where to look
The half-round or pointed panel directly above the doors.
Styles
On the drawings
Front

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Front of a building with a central tower and spire, a rose window, a pointed doorway, lancet windows and buttresses. Each label links to its feature. FinialSpireBelfryRose windowPinnacleButtressLouvreTowerGableTympanumLancet windowsPortal
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