2 adjectives to describe gatepost

As we passed between the stately gateposts, whirled up the splendid, tree-lined drive and came to a stop in front of the terrace, a dozen officers came running out to meet us.

"I foundon comparing thephotos, that the onetaken in thedaytime, showed a thicker left-hand gatepost, than the one taken at night by the flashlight.

2 adjectives to describe  gatepost