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The architecture of the Renaissance in France; a history of the evolution of the arts of building, decoration and garden design under classical influence from 1495 to 1830 (1911)

Ward, William Henry, 1856-1924 · London, B.T. Batsford · leaf 89

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5-30. D Gaston of Orleans,1635-40 ; since de-stroyed. Gaston of Orleans,1635-40 ; still stand-ing. SECULAR ARCHITECTURE. Blois.—The first in date of Francis I.s buildings is also the firstsin importance and richness of decoration. He lost no time in enlargingthe castle of Blois (1515-19), which was… … 4;- Castle of P.i.ois : Grkat Stair. new building, which stands to the north of the court on the site of anolder one, in part pulled down to make room for it. (Seoplan, Fig. 48.)Court Elevation.—The elevation to the court consists of a lowground storey, two higher storeys, and attics (Fig. 47).…

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