Churrigueresque

English

Alternative forms

• churrigueresque

Etymology

Named for José Benito Churriguera (1665-1725), a Spanish architect and sculptor. See -esque.

Adjective

Churrigueresque (not comparable)

1. (architecture) Relating to a Spanish baroque architectural style that started in the late 17th century to the early 18th century; characterized by flamboyant ornamentation

Translations

relating to Spanish baroque architectural style

• French: churrigueresque (fr)
• Spanish: churrigueresco