Turret (architecture)

Uses:
– Turrets provided projecting defensive positions for covering fire in military fortifications.
– Turrets were later used for decorative purposes, especially in the Scottish baronial style.

Structure:
– Turrets can have circular tops with crenellations, pointed roofs, or other apex designs.
– A turret may contain a staircase if it projects higher than the building.
– Turrets do not necessarily have to be taller than the rest of the building.
– Buildings can have both towers and turrets, with turrets projecting from the edge of the building.
– Turrets were traditionally supported by a corbel.

Modern Gun Turrets:
– Gun turrets are weapon mounts that house crews or mechanisms for firing weapons.
– They allow weapons to be aimed and fired with azimuth and elevation control.
– Gun turrets are commonly found on warships, combat vehicles, military aircraft, and land fortifications.
– Gun turrets usually offer some degree of armor or protection.
– The size of a turret is limited to avoid additional stresses on the building structure.

Gallery:
– Features various turret examples from different locations and time periods, showcasing architectural diversity.
– Includes turrets from France, Portugal, Romania, the Netherlands, and more.
– Illustrates the evolution of turret designs and styles over the centuries.
– Shows how turrets have been incorporated into different types of buildings and structures.
– Offers a visual representation of the decorative and functional aspects of turrets.

See Also:
– Bartizan is a wall-mounted turret commonly found in French and Spanish fortifications.
– Bay windows and oriel windows share similarities with turrets in architectural features.
– Turret on Hadrian’s Wall is a specific example of a turret in historical context.
– Provides links to further resources on turrets in architecture.
– Offers insights into the historical and cultural significance of turrets in different regions.

Turret (architecture) (Wikipedia)

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In architecture, a turret is a small tower that projects vertically from the wall of a building such as a medieval castle.