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An example in Dubuque may be found on the roof of the Hoffmann Mortuary. Cresting never reached the heights of artistic design shown in wrought iron fences. | An example in Dubuque may be found on the roof of the Hoffmann Mortuary. Cresting never reached the heights of artistic design shown in wrought iron fences. | ||
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CRESTING. Decorative work, often wrought iron, found along the roof of homes done in SECOND EMPIRE ARCHITECTURE.
An example in Dubuque may be found on the roof of the Hoffmann Mortuary. Cresting never reached the heights of artistic design shown in wrought iron fences.