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Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.millionbooks.com where you can read more than a million books for free.This is an OCR edition with typos.Excerpt fromEMBELLISHMENT. The unlimited variety of ornamentation of which Gothic architecture admits is a further recommendation to its use in the construction of sepulchral memorials. This advantage, however, has its accompanying danger; for since it admits of every description of symbolic and decorative ornament, without materially affecting the principal design, objectionable as well as desirable embellishment may be easily introduced. A few hints, therefore, on the subject are here offered, chiefly by way of caution. We will first speak of simple decoration, and afterward of symbolism. Decorative Ornament. The use of ornament, invariably requiring a chastened and refined judgment, especially needs it when the tomb is the object to be adorned. A bad tastethe love of finery and display can never appear more contemptible and disgusting than over the grave of perishing mortality. A sepulchral memorial, however simple and unadorned, will offend no one ; but if decorated with bad taste, or overloaded with ornament, it will be a repulsive object to every person of correct judgment. The ornaments of some modern memorials give them a fantastic and ridiculous appearance. A cherub's head, with puffed cheeks and outspread wings, formed by one continuous line of clever flourishing, adorns the upper part of the memorial, while the inscription, written in letters of various shape and character, is also embellished with a profusion of unmeaning flourishes. Such specimens of ornamental penmanship may be necessary in the writingmaster's copybook, but are utterly unbecoming the gravity of sepulchral memorials. On the same principle gaudy colouring ought to be excluded. Yet the undis criminating mania for mediaeval taste commends the one and condemns the other. A tomb, the receptac...
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'World of Ancient Times'? A: 'World of Ancient Times' explores the intricacies of Gothic architecture and its application in sepulchral memorials, highlighting the importance of tasteful ornamentation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'World of Ancient Times' is Carl Roebuck.
- Q: When was 'World of Ancient Times' published? A: 'World of Ancient Times' was published on January 1, 1966.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'World of Ancient Times' contains a total of 758 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'World of Ancient Times' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'World of Ancient Times' is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: Does the purchase include any additional resources? A: Yes, purchasing 'World of Ancient Times' includes free trial access to www.million-books.com, allowing you to read over a million books for free.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the variety and appropriateness of ornamental design in Gothic architecture, and the delicate balance between desirable and objectionable embellishments.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'World of Ancient Times' provides insights into architectural styles that can be beneficial for academic study in history and art.
- Q: Are there any notable excerpts or quotes in the book? A: The book contains several excerpts discussing the aesthetics of sepulchral memorials and the implications of decorative choices in memorial design.