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 197
tscentral pillar may, perhaps, be considered a little too massive for theutilitarian purpose of the building, but as an architectural feature itsproportions are perfect. Still the existence of the pillar was a defectthat it was thought expedient to remove, if possible; and it was at 176 ENGLISH… … 606. Chapter-House, York. (Cath. Hb.) Like all the rest of them, its diameter is 57 or 58 ft. — as has beensuggested, an octagon inscribed in a circle of 60 ft. diameter. In thisinstance alone has a perfect Gothic dome been accomplished. It is12 ft. less in diameter than the lantern at Ely, and…
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