Prior, Edward S. (Edward Schröder), 1852-1932 · London : G. Bell and Sons · leaf 103
n astonishing lightness and constructive grace, butthe capitals there are simple cushions and the archings round. Since the pointed arch has been taken as the clear sign-manual ofGothic art, its origin has been thoroughly discussed. A ninth centuryuse in the east^ and an eleventh century… … 44. BREDON CHANCEL ARCH, C. I160. THE TRANSITION IN ENGLAND 85 w as abroad is its adoption at first solely for structural expedients—proofthat it was so a natural development, not an importation of style—as inthe transept arches of a crossing at St. Johns, Devizes, Kelso Abbey,or St. Bartholomews,…
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