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 536
s, and forsimple grandeur are unrivalled by any similar arches known to existanywhere. Behind the niche pointing towards Mecca is the tomb of the founder,square in plan, as these buildings almost always are, measuring 69 ft.each way, and covered by a lofty and elegant dome resting on penden-tives… … 966. Section of Mosque of Hassan, Cairo. Scale 100 ft. to 1 in. portion ate breadth. Its design and outline, however, are scarcely soelegant as some others, though even in these respects it must be con-sidered a very beautiful example of its class. One of the principal defects of this building is…
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