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Figure 3.54.—Ionic FriezeA Textbook on Ornamental Design (1901)

88. Ionic Order.—In Fig. 54 is shown a frieze from the principal Ionic temple in Athens, the Erechtheum, the style of which is typical of this class of relief ornament throughout Greek design. it is p [...]

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Figure 3.55.—Corinthian Ornament.A Textbook on Ornamental Design (1901)

89. Corinthian Order.—In Fig. 55, however, is shown a section of ornament from the choragic monument of Lysicrates at Athens. This is the principal structure of Greek origin designed in the Corinthian [...]

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Figure 3.56.—Acanthus Leaf.A Textbook on Ornamental Design (1901)

In Fig. 56 is shwon a form of the acanthus leaf taken from the Tower of the Winds at Athens. it is purely conventional in form, possessing a broad, bold treatment, necessary or its execution in stone, [...]

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