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Period decoration (1901)

Clifford, C. R. (Chandler Robbins), 1858-1935 · New York, Clifford & Lawton · leaf 232

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hapeformed of two beams is constantly used to strengthen a rec-tangular structure. & Cross (St. Anthonys).—The cross of St. Anthony is simplythe letter T. Cross (Tau).—This is identical with the cross of St. An-thony. It takes its name from the Greek letter. Cross (Trefled).—A cross, the limbs… … Crocket.—A projecting ornament oftenemployed in Gothic architecture which ter-minates in a curve or roll of foliage andwas used at the tips of cornices as well asgables. Dosser.—A term applied like dorsal to hangings of tapestry placed at the east end of a church or against the wall of a hall. The…

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