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 82
e of an artist. Decorated construction is, nodoubt, the great secret of true architecture ; but like other good things,,this may be overdone. One-half of the abutting means here employedmight have been dispensed with, and the other half disposed so simplyas to do the work without the confusion… … 50 100 200 ft. 512. Intended Western Fa9ade of Cathedral of Cologne. (From Boisseree.) 62 POINTED STYLE IN GERMANY. Part li- the ribs few and weak, the ridge undulating, the surfaces twisted, andthe general effect poor and feeble as compared with the gorgeous-walls that support it. Very judicious…
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