Essays on the anatomy and philosophy of expression (1893)
Bell, Charles, Sir, 1774-1842 · London : G. Bell · leaf 117
OF THE MUSCLES OF THE NOSTEILS. 99 gives rise to, along with the relaxation of the lower part of the face, and the slight paralytic obliquity of the mouth, complete the degrading expression. OF THE MUSCLES OF THE NOSTRILS. The nostrils are features which have a powerful effect in expression. The… … and contraction in correspondence with the motions of the chest, they are an index of the condition of respiration, when affected by emotion. As they consist of cartilages moved by appropriate muscles, acting in strict sympathy with the drawing of the breath, they become expressive of animal…
Expression · Anatomy, Artistic · Emotions in art · Facial expression in art
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