The Encyclopedia of Architecture, Historical, Theoretical, and PracticalCrown, 1982 - 1364 pages |
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... century ) . Of a shelly oolite ( Barnack rag ) , in perfect condition throughout . DORCHESTER . St. Peter's Church ( 15th century ) . Of laminated oolite , somewhat similar to that of Portland , and of a shelly limestone , somewhat ...
... century ) . Of a shelly oolite ( Barnack rag ) , in perfect condition throughout . DORCHESTER . St. Peter's Church ( 15th century ) . Of laminated oolite , somewhat similar to that of Portland , and of a shelly limestone , somewhat ...
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... century ) . Chiefly of a shelly oolite , similar to that of Taynton ; Norman work in good condition , the latter ... ( 15th century ) , of Portland oolite , resembling top bed ; in very good condition ; original chisel marks still appear ...
... century ) . Chiefly of a shelly oolite , similar to that of Taynton ; Norman work in good condition , the latter ... ( 15th century ) , of Portland oolite , resembling top bed ; in very good condition ; original chisel marks still appear ...
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Joseph Gwilt, Wyatt Angelicus Van Sandau Papworth. The cloisters ( 15th century ) composed , but especially on the south and south - west . generally decomposed , particularly the mullions and tracery . WESTMINSTER ABBEY ( 13th century ) ...
Joseph Gwilt, Wyatt Angelicus Van Sandau Papworth. The cloisters ( 15th century ) composed , but especially on the south and south - west . generally decomposed , particularly the mullions and tracery . WESTMINSTER ABBEY ( 13th century ) ...
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