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Newel - The post that supports the handrail at the foot of the stairs and at the top of the stairs on a landing

Newel-post - A tall post at the head or foot of a stair, supporting the handrail; often ornamental

Open newel - Stair railing that curls back on itself (term used in the 18th century)

3 parts: cap, post, base

Found in almost all western styles of architecture

Newel post light - In Victorian era style newel posts, including Queen Anne style, sometimes gas, and later electric, newel lights were installed atop the post.