An illustrated dictionary of words used in art and archaeology. Explaining terms frequently used in works on architecture, arms, bronzes, Christian art, colour, costume, decoration, devices, emblems, heraldry, lace, personal ornaments, pottery, painting, sculpture, &c., with their derivations (1883)
Mollett, John W. (John William) · London, S. Low, Marston, Searle and Rivington · leaf 219
Fig. 452. Old Mechlin Lace, 17 th cer.turj. 451. Mausoleum of Hadrian at RomeIn its original state. To trace the former kneeling was a species ofpenance. Mazmorra, Sp. A tank lined with cement.sunk in the ground and used for storing grain.(.See Murray s Handbook, Sfain, p. 361, Gra-nada, &c.)…
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