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 379
377) (Woodcut No. 813). In this instance theroof is almost a tunnel-vault with the window spaces cutting into it, soas to leave nearly one-third of the space unbroken; and, as the whole iscovered with rich and appropriate tracery, the effect is highly pleasing. 360 ENGLISH ARCHITECTURE. Part IE The… … ISave of Lichfield Cathedral. (Cath. III.) supported by the severeys, and as the roof is ornamented with ribbingsof the most exquisite design, it forms perhaps the most beautiful vaultever designed by a Gothic architect. Bk. VII. Cn. III. VAULTS. 361 The great invention of the English architects in…
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