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
he most important churches of that age in theisland is the cathedral of Cefalu, already alluded to. It was com-menced by King Roger 1131. It is 230 ft. long by 90 ft. wide. Thechoir and transepts are vaulted and groined ; the nave has a woodenroof ; all the arches are pointed; and with its two… … . : Si 535. East End of Cathedral at Palermo. (From Rosengai ten.) little of its original architecture. The other churches in the islandare either small and insignificant, or, like that at Messina, have beenso altered that their features are obliterated. Besides the Saracenic castles or palaces…
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