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CHAPTER V 



PERGOLAS 



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Pergolas in Italy Durable materials essential Stone, brick, and 

 wood Simplicity in construction desirable Most suitable 

 positions List of climbers . . . . . -39 



CHAPTER VI 



GATES, FENCES, AND EDGINGS 



Artistic design need not be sacrificed to practical utility 

 Various styles Material for fencing The sunk fence 

 objected to Stone and terra-cotta edgings . . .52 



CHAPTER VII 



SUNDIALS AND STATUARY 



Require to be introduced very carefully Positions for a sundial 

 Construction of dial Pedestal design Mottoes Statuary, 

 liable to great abuse Suitable mythological figures Stone 

 and lead Desirable positions . . . . . .63 



CHAPTER VIII 



BRIDGES 



Unless necessary, frequently ridiculous Stone and wood bridges 



Earth-bank The flying boat 78 



CHAPTER IX 



FOUNTAINS 



In our climate artificial displays of water require to be carefully 

 treated Drooping and jet fountains Stone, lead, and cast 

 iron Situations for Chatsworth Villa d'Este, Tivoli . 84 



