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 607
blocks of hardstone, fitted togetherwith the greatest nicety,and so well constructed as to remain entire to the present day inremote parts where uninjured by the hand of man. The masonry here, as will be observed, is in regular courses, andbeautifully executed, the joints being perfectly fitted,… … 1013. Elevation of Wall of Tambos. (From Hum-boldts Atlas Pittoresque.) Bk. IJ Ch. III. WALLS OF CUZCO. 587 walls of Cuzco, the ancient capital of the kingdom, forming altogetherthe most remarkable specimen now existing of the masonry of theancient Peruvians. They are composed of immense blocks of…
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