Simpson, F. M. (Frederick Moore), 1855-1928 · London, New York [etc.] Longmans, Green, and Co. · leaf 272
Western eyes, accustomedto sharp-pitched gables, the effect is by no means unpleasant, asthe rounded top forms a fitting finish over many a wide semi-circular-headed window, and is in perfect keeping with the domethat always accompanies it (see Fig. 157). As relief to the plainness of the walls… … Fig, 145. BYZANTINE ARCHITECTURE. 219 work of the second period, is obtained by chipping the edgesof ordinary long thin bricks, and setting them in mortar so as to cover the portions chippedaway. Good examples ofthis, both in panels andin bands, occur in Greece,in the Church of Daphniand in S.…
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