Bailey, Henry Turner, 1865-1931, ed · New York : Atkinson, Mentzer & Grover · leaf 74
as said that flowersare among the most direct and per-sonal gifts of the Creator to mankind.Surely there is no better way bywhich we may come to appreciate theexquisite beauty of these gifts thanthrough the study necessary to rep-resent them. Then, indeed, do werealize the marvel of each creation.… … CHAPTER XALDERS, POPLARS, AND WILLOWS THE flowering branches of alders, poplars and willowsare justly favorite objects for nature drawing in spring.They are among the earliest plants to give evidence of thereturn of the open season and they have grace of form andcharm of color that appeal to every…
Drawing · Decoration and ornament
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