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Period decoration (1901)

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

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this shapeformed 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 tohangings of tapestry placed at the east end ofa church or against the wall of a hall.…

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