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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, Sampson Low, Marston, Searle, and Rivington · leaf 129

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Fig. 253. Discobolus of Myron copied on a gem. Discus, R. (SiVkos ; ^Mitv, to throw).This term denoted (i) the discus hurled by theDiscobolus (q.v.); that is, a circular plate ofmetal or stone, about ten or twelve inches indiameter. {2) A sun-dial. (3) A shallow circularvessel for holding eatables. … Fig. 254. Falcon Displayed. Disk. (See Winged Disk.)Disomum, Chr. {U-awixov, double-bodied).An _ urn or tomb which held the ashes orbodies of two persons; hisonnim was alsoused. Both terms are met with in Christianinscriptions. Displayed, Her.Birds of prey withexpanded wings. Fig.254 represents…

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