Varney, Almon Clother, 1849- [from old catalog] · Detroit, Mich., J. C. Chilton & co. · leaf 147
spread out insimple embellishments over the whole structure rather thanconcentrated upon an elaborate cornice. 134 OUB HOMES AND THEIR ADORNMENTS. This design, we are well aware, is not altogether new,neither did we intend it should be; it is simply a study ofthe old gothic forms of architecture,… … it will have the effect of strength and solidity combined withits outward appearance. This building might be erected of brick or wood, in whichcase the plan of windows and doors might vary slightlyfrom that shown in the illustration. We should, however,recommend the use of stone, when the cost of…
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