Piggott, Francis Taylor, Sir, 1852-1925 · London, B. T. Batsford · leaf 155
er of the lozenges in the diapers. This square appears in the largefour-fold design, based on the svastika, fig. 51 ; and if we take the two uppersections and imagine the lines prolonged in both directions so as to make aborder, we get to the one which seems to have been a general favourite… … Fig. 55 Distance from Rome, did not make for deterioration of design or carelesswork ; for the antiquaries are agreed that the very best traditions of hellenic artwere embodied in this beautiful little gem, of which Nimes is justly proud, andnow guards in pious memory. If some would say that it is…
Decoration and ornament
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