Hamlin, A. D. F. (Alfred Dwight Foster), 1855-1926 · New York, The Century Co. · leaf 425
ave Corinthianesquecapitals; they are seldom fluted but frequently have thelower portion carved in relief, as was often done in Italyand sometimes in Spain (Fig. 241).In the porch of the Rathaus (TownHall) of Cologne (1556) we have theanomaly of pointed arches with classicarchivolts and keystones,… … lB£YLrxN Fig. 241. — Carvingox Lower Half ofColumn, Bevern. Gables and Dormers. The high steep roof is a necessity ofall northern climates, and the dormerwindow is its natural accompaniment.We have seen how the French Renais-sance treated both features, eschewing the high gable infavor of various…
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