Object types that the Scheme uses

These terms are from the FISH Archaeological Objects Thesaurus (Forum on Information Standards in Heritage - FISH).

Term Scope note Term type SENESCHAL URI Other URI
Carthusian Cell Narrow term 70127 -
CARTHUSIAN GRANGE An outlying farm or estate belonging to the Carthusian order. Preferred term 70150 -
CARTHUSIAN MONASTERY An abbey or priory of Carthusian monks. Preferred term 70156 -
Carthusian Priory Use both terms. Narrow term 70655 -
CARTOUCHE A decorative, framed tablet, usually bearing an inscription or coat of arms, in the form of a scroll or curving piece of parchment. Preferred term 137517 -
CARTRIDGE The case containing the charge for a firearm. Preferred term 95174 -
CARTRIDGE HOUSE A component building of an explosives works where cartridges were filled with explosives with the aid of cartridging machines. Preferred term 132753 -
Cartwash Narrow term 94088 -
CARVED STONE A stone which has been carved. Use more specific term where known. Preferred term - -
CARVED STONE A stone (including standing stones, natural boulders and rock outcrops) decorated with carved motifs. Preferred term 70347 -
CARVEL A small cargo craft, usually with two masts and a lateen rig. Preferred term - -
CARVING A three dimensional representation usually done in wood, ivory or stone. Preferred term 97541 -
CARVING A carved figure or design. Preferred term 70348 -
CARYATID A female figure used instead of a column, usually supporting an entablature. Preferred term 137518 -
CARYATID A column, in the form of a female figure, used to support an entablature. Preferred term 103212 -
Caryatid Terminal Narrow term 91375 -
CASCADE An artificial fall of water often taking the form of a water staircase. Preferred term 69011 -
CASCADE HOUSE An often ornate building housing the source of an ornamental cascade, eg. Chatsworth House. Preferred term 91376 -
CASE (LUGGAGE) A large portable container used for carrying items such as clothes, papers etc. Preferred term 96677 -
CASE (PIPE) A case in which a pipe would be held to protect it. Preferred term 100073 -
CASEMATE A chamber built into a wall in a defensive structure. Preferred term 137519 -
CASEMATE An explosive-proof vaulted chamber used for the storage or ordnance. Preferred term 93956 -
CASEMENT A hollow moulding, often enriched, similar to a scotia or cavetto, used in Gothic jambs and cornices. Preferred term 137520 -
CASEMENT WINDOW A window where the sash is hung vertically and the window opens outwards or inwards. Preferred term 137521 -
CASINO A public music or dancing establishment often with facilities for gambling. Preferred term 94125 -
Cask Narrow term - -
CASKET A small box or chest for valuables, especially jewels. Preferred term 96445 -
CASKET BURIAL A Roman cremation burial in which the human cremated remains are placed inside or adjacent to a wooden casket, frequently decorated with lion-headed mounts and studs. Preferred term 97258 -
CASKET TOMB A grave marker in the form of a casket. Preferred term 163227 -
Casks Narrow term 78934 -

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