Williams, Leonard, b. 1871 · London [etc.] : T.N. Foulis · leaf 251
other bard describes the fountainsof the same enchanted palace. The lions whorepose majestically in this home of princes, insteadof roaring, allow the waters to fall in murmuringmusic from their mouths. Their bodies seem to becovered with gold, and in their mouths crystal ismade liquid. Though in… … BRONZES When the sun is reflected from their bronzesurface, they seem to be of fire, with tongues offlame that issue from their mouths. Nevertheless, when we observe them to bevomitine water, one would think this water to beswords which melt without the help of fire, andare confounded with the…
Decorative arts -- Spain History
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