It is difficult to gauge the extent to which such figures constitute survivals. The quality of the stone, particularly with weathering, sometimes makes 19th century work appear far older. Nevertheless one gains some sort of impression of the original impact of the whole facade.
A Selection of Mitres
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From *Liturgical Arts Journal*:
As mentioned, the use of precious stones to add ornamental colour and
texture (as well as a sense of preciousness) was...
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