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roh muh nesk

  • n  a style of architecture developed in Italy and western Europe between the Roman and the Gothic styles after 1000 AD; characterized by round arches and vaults and by the substitution of piers for columns and profuse ornament and arcades

  • Young people chat at booths surrounded by statues of golden eagles, romanesque columns and large glass display cases of SS insignia.
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  • Urban spelunking: Behind the scenes at Turner Hall
    If you only visit Turner Hall, 1034 N. 4th St., for concerts, it's easy in the dark of night and the dimly lit concert experience to miss the beauty of the building itself. Built in 1882 and opened in 1883, the gorgeous romanesque revival Cream City brick clubhouse was designed by Henry C. Koch - who designed Milwaukee's City Hall - for the Milwaukee Turners.
    June 12, 2013 - OnMilwaukee.com
  • The bridges of Depoe Bay
    The Depoe Bay Bridge, 312-feet long, includes decorative arched railings typical among Conde McCullough’s signature designs featuring Gothic spires, art deco obelisks, and Romanesque arches.
    June 12, 2013 - Newport News-Times

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