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On Garden ArcJiitecttire. 



Some modification of this method (and the variations can be quite numer- 

 ous) is far preferable to the sloping buttress for a simple flight of steps 

 without any decorative features, as it gives an effective contrast to the line 

 ot the slope, and has, besides, a substantial and constructive appearance. 

 Figs. 6 and 7 show two designs, in one of which the contrast desirable 

 between the slope and the buttresses is obtained by horizontal buttresses 



FIG. 6, 



with a slope between, while the other is a modification of the simple hori- 

 zontal method. Either is in good taste, and may be used with or without 

 decoration. 



Should it be desired to ornament such a flight of steps, the vases or 



FIG. 8 



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sculpture should be placed at the top of the flight, unless in extremely 

 exceptional cases. They will thus be seen from the walk above as well as 



