Corbel

n. [See supra.] (Arch.) (a.) The representation of a basket, sometimes set on the heads of caryatides. (b.) The vase or tambor of the Corinthian column;—so called from its resemblance to a basket. (c.) A short piece of timber, iron, &c., in a wall, jutting out as occasion requires, in the manner of a shoulder-piece. The under part is sometimes cut into the form of an ogee, a face, or other figure. (d.) A niche or hollow left in walls for images, figures, or statues.