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| | Victorian Roof and Gable Shapes (derived from Calvert Vaux, Villas and Cottages, 1857) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23) |
 | | The eaves may be curved, as here shown, if preferred. |
 | | 6, a roof with a single convex curve. |
 | | The vignette [above] shows a method of altering a common and awkward looking form of cottage roof that is very easy of execution, and has been found, in practice, to add much to the light and shade, and general picturesque character of an old house. |
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