As used in architecture the finial is usually affixed to the apex of domes roof elements or gables.
Roof ridge vinial.
Vintage galvanized roof ridge ball end cap finial 3 1 2 round barn building.
There are angled half rounds and segmental gargoyles and they can be installed in place of existing ridge tiles to add charm and detail to the roof.
Antique victorian style tin turret roof finial c.
By contrast although ridge cresting can introduce height to a structure it does so along the entire length of a ridged architectural element.
1880 architectural salvage.
Each mini finial includes a black powder coated roof mount as shown below so no additional mounting hardware is needed.
This is the ridge gargoyle category there are some excellent gargoyle designs in the range that come on a range of different ridge tile fittings and have great architectural character and style.
The finial figure itself measures 12 high.
Finials can be mounted directly into the roof ridge line if you want a cleaner look.
When displayed with the roof mount the total height measures 23.
Choose from our range of ridge dragons gargoyles or finials or our reclaimed roof dragons and roof finials.
Old flag pole gate lamp post spire top fits 3 1 2 pipe cupola roof point topper.
The resulting effect is a peak that emphasizes the vertical dimension of the structure.