A history of architecture in all countries, from the earliest times to the present day (1874)
Fergusson, James, 1808-1886 · New York, Dodd, Mead · leaf 179
e, it is more frequently a harking back to previous formsthan stepping forwards toward a new invention. When, however, painted glass became an indispensable part ofchurch decoration, it was impossible to resist the influence of theFrench invention. Like many other Continental forms, it seems… … 591. East End of Lincoln Cathedral. (From Wilds Lincoln.) Paris, which was commenced 1244, and completed long before theEnglish choir. Once, however, it was fairly introduced, the Englisharchitects employed it with great success. One of the earliest exam-ples is the beautiful circular window of the…
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