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Pilaster

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A pilaster is a slightly-projecting column built into or applied to the face of a wall. Most commonly flattened or rectangular in form, pilasters can also take a half-round form or the shape of any type of column. They are often decorative with no structural purpose.

Public Library in Cathcart showing pilasters Photographer: William Martinson'>
Public Library in Cathcart Photographer: William Martinson'>