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An introduction to the study of Gothic architecture (1900)

Parker, John Henry, 1806-1884 · London : J. Parker · leaf 142

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is ascharacteristic of this style as the zigzag is of theNorman; this consists of a small pyramid, more orless acute, cut into four leaves or petals meeting inthe point but separate below. AVhen very acute, andseen in profile, it may be imagined to have somewhatthe appearance of a row of… … 82. York Cathedral, A.D. 1240.Mouldings from the north transept, shewing the tooth-ornament, fusion on arches, between clustered shafts, on thearchitraves and jambs of doors, windows, piscinas, andindeed in every place where sucli ornament can beintroduced. It is very characteristic of this style,…

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