 | David Page - 1874 - 376 Seiten
...purposes in architecture," says Mr Hull, in his work on building and decorative stones, "none surpasses in general estimation some of the varieties of serpentine....and sulphuric acids, it is liable either to decay, or to become tarnished on the surface. But for indoor decorations, and the construction of slender... | |
 | David Page - 1874 - 382 Seiten
...purposes in architecture," says Mr Hull, in his work on building and decorative stones, "none surpasses in general estimation some of the varieties of serpentine....and sulphuric acids, it is liable either to decay, or to become tarnished on the surface. But for indoor decorations, and the construction of slender... | |
 | David Page - 1874 - 402 Seiten
...purposes in architecture," says Mr Hull, in his work on building and decorative stones, "none surpasses in general estimation some of the varieties of serpentine....and sulphuric acids, it is liable either to decay, or to become tarnished on the surface. But for indoor decorations, and the construction of slender... | |
 | David Page - 1874 - 494 Seiten
...purposes in architecture," says Mr Hull, in his work on building and decorative stones, "none surpasses in general estimation some of the varieties of serpentine....and sulphuric acids, it is liable either to decay, or to become tarnished on the surface. But for indoor decorations, and the construction of slender... | |
 | David Page - 1874 - 378 Seiten
...purposes in architecture," says Mr Hull, in his work on building and decorative stones, "none surpasses in general estimation some of the varieties of serpentine....and sulphuric acids, it is liable either to decay, or to become tarnished on the surface. But for indoor decorations, and the construction of slender... | |
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in general estimation some of the varieties of serpentine. This is due both to the richness and variety of its colouring, and its capability of receiving a fine polish. It is not, however, adapted to outdoor use, especially in the smoky or gaseous atmosphere... 