d,was to be strictly uniform, namely, the size ofthe primitive mould, or three-quarters of a yardin length by two-thirds of a yard, all but one inch,in width. The standard measures, made of ironand stamped with the city seal, were guarded underlock and key ; and the Ordinances of 1567 establishthe… … < FURNITURE They were used upon the walls and floors ofpalaces and castles, as table-covers, counterpanes,bed-hangings, cushions, curtains for doors, liningsfor travelling-litters, coverings of chests andboxes,^ and seats and backs of chairs andbenches (Plate vii.). In churches and…
Decorative arts -- Spain History
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