+A **baluster** is a vertical moulded shaft, often found in stone or wood, which supports the top rail of a [Balustrade](/wiki/Balustrade). These individual forms combine to create a graceful, protective barrier, integral to architectural [Design](/wiki/Design) on staircases, balconies, and bridges.
+## See also
+- [Column](/wiki/Column)
+- [Architecture](/wiki/Architecture)
+- [Staircase](/wiki/Staircase)
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