kness ofthe column, and projecting on each side one-quarter the thickness of the column. Avenue (in architecture), a way to, access,approach. A long walk of columns, arcades,statues, trees, &c., used for the decoration ofan approach to a palace or mansion. Theavenue, in the hands of a man of… … Balcony (from the French balcon), an opengallery projecting from the front of a house.When there is but one, it is usually placed ona level with, and extending the whole lengthof, the first floor. In common edifices, thebalconies are simple projections, supported bytrusses of wood, stone, or iron,…
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