There are a wide variety of materials used for ornamentation in architecture, including:
1. Stone - carved stone ornamentation is common in many styles of architecture, from classical Greek and Roman to Gothic.
2. Wood - decorative wooden elements may be carved, inlaid, or painted, and are often used in traditional house styles.
3. Metal - ornamental metalwork can be seen in everything from wrought iron gates to intricately detailed copper roofs.
4. Brick - patterned and colored brickwork can be found in many styles of architecture, from Art Deco to Tudor.
5. Stucco - this plaster-like material can be molded into decorative shapes or carved to look like stone.
6. Terracotta - ornamental terra cotta tiles and sculptures were popular during the Art Deco period and are still used today.
7. Glass - stained and etched glass is often used in religious and Gothic architecture.
8. Mosaics - intricate tile mosaics can be found in many forms of architectural ornamentation, from ancient Roman ruins to modern commercial buildings.
9. Paint - decorative painted murals and frescoes have been used for centuries to add color and detail to buildings.
10. Textiles - woven tapestries and embroidered fabrics have been used for centuries to add ornamental detail to religious buildings and palaces.
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