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XXI. The History and Evolution of the Dome in Persia

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 March 2011

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It is my intention to trace the history and evolution of the dome in Persia from the earliest times to the present day; and I hope to show at the same time the very important part played by Persia in the evolution of domed construction, which I believe has never been pointed out before. Before I can do this, however, I must first briefly review the dome in antiquity.

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Copyright © The Royal Asiatic Society 1914

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