A sculptural ornament placed on the apex and corners of the pediment of classical buildings, often used in Greek and Roman architecture. Acroteria can be statues, floral decorations, or palmettes, adding decorative emphasis to the structure. In general, they are divided into: 1) Upper acroterion: located at the very top of the pediment, often larger or more prominent than those on the corners. It typically features a central decorative figure or symbol. Headless eagles are often observed adorning the pediments of some tombs at Hegra. 2) Lateral acroterion: placed at the lower corners of the pediment. They are typically smaller and often symmetrical in design, complementing the central upper acroterion. At the archaeological site of Hegra they often take the form of gadrooning-decorated vases.
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