Decorative Block Capital

Fretwork borders frame a feathery, fanned leaf pattern.

This decorative block capital is contemporary. A block capital is a simpler, squarer form than a scrolled or leafy one, and in modern interiors such pieces are often used as freestanding sculptural accents. Rectangular block in pale grey, topped by a band of small flowers. Below, a deeply carved tuft of curling leaves fans from the center, framed by a checkerboard border of pierced squares. The surface is smooth and sandy. It is 12 inches wide, 4 deep and 22 high.

Elaborate, symmetrical and very much in the mood to be admired.