A dictionary of architecture and building; biographical, historical and descriptive (1901)
Sturgis, Russell, 1836-1909 · New York, Macmillan · leaf 276
ecline in craftsmanship as well. Li theart of vaulting, this retrogression is especiallynotable, as shown liy the reversion to plainround or pointed barrel vaulting, even for themiddle aisle. So emphatic was the aversion togroins that the transept vaults were stoppedagainst solid gable walls in the… … Scotland: Kklso Abbky: Nave and South Tr.\nsept from N.E. Decorated church perfectly preserved and in use;it shows something of the same contrast ofsevere and almost rude masses with bits of highly•ornate detail as S. Giles. The ruins of Newor Sweetheart Abbey and of Lincludeii Collegemay also be…
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