An introduction to the study of Gothic architecture (1900)
Parker, John Henry, 1806-1884 · London : J. Parker · leaf 252
161. Henry tlie Sevenths ChapelTudor-flower ornament. IERPENDICVLAR ORNAMENTS. 207 … in Devonshire the foliage of the capitals is peculiar,often resembling awreath of flowerstwisted round thetop o£ the pillar(162); and thismay probably havebeen the idea ofthe sculptors, asthe custom of de-corating churcheswith flowers atcertain seasons isa very ancient one ;it is probable alsothat…
Architecture, Gothic
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