A piece or structure that projects from the corner of either a door or window. The ear can serve as decorative or structural on doors, windows, and chimney pieces.
A popular architectural style in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Europe and USA where a diverse amount of elements were used for decorative designs.
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Entryway
Entry areas can typically be hallways or small rooms that are passed through to access other parts of a residence. For other structures, it is typically just an opening or hallway.