A history of architecture in all countries, from the earliest times to the present day (1902)
Fergusson, James, 1808-1886, Spiers, Richard Phené, 1838-1916, Kerr, Robert, 1823-1904 · London, J. Murray · leaf 48
ion, c, thishas been carried still further; the rustication of the stonework on thelower storey gives an appearance of greater solidity, and the import-ance given to the cornices, the addition of architrave mouldings roundwindows, with pediments to those of the first floor, and the decorationof the… … --C.. No. treated as a podium or base to the two floors above, the whole beingcrowned by an attic storey ; greater importance is given to the front bythe slight projection of two wings ; the entrance doorway is emphasized,,and by means of cornices, quoins, and pilasters, a play of light andshade is…
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