Against the pillars that support these arches, were affixed whole-length figures, or cariatides, in alto-relievo.
"Account of a Tour in Normandy, Vol. II. (of 2)"
Dawson Turner
The centres of the two larger arches are decorated by the head of a bull, in alto-relievo; and above each of the smaller arches is a niche, evidently meant for the reception of a statue.
"The Idler in France"
Marguerite Gardiner