noun
- A short rib in vaulting that connects the intersection points of the main ribs to the boss or to each other.
Usage: architecture; technical
Examples
- The lierne vault features decorative ribs that enhance the structural complexity of the ceiling.
- Medieval architects used liernes to create intricate geometric patterns in Gothic cathedrals.
- The lierne connects the main ribs at points other than the central boss.
- Lierne vaulting became increasingly popular during the Perpendicular Gothic period.