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 206
Fig. 415. Roman Lamp. … Fig. 416. Device uf Catherine de Medicis. Lance-rest. A projecting iron fixed to abreastplate to support the end of the lance in ajoust or tournament. Lancea, R. A long, light spear, servingboth as a pike and a missile. Lanceola. Dimin. of Lancea (q.v.).Lanceolated, Arch. Having the form of…
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