Word: artful
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...more artificial methods of engraving had not come into vogue. They are the works of men who were themselves artists, and many of them are the original designs of the respective engravers. They are strong portraits, full of character, and are comparable in merit to the best portrait art of the Venetian and Flemish masters. Among the names of artists represented are: Drevet, Nauteuil, Duchange, Masson, and Morin...
...long time no attention was paid to exterior things, to landscapes for instance. Bernardin de Saint Pierre and Chateaubriand were the first to describe landscapes. Then writers and painters came to be allied. Diderot wrote his "Salons"; literature began to borrow some of the methods of art. Changes in the life of races began to be the subject of study...
...notice that Professor Norton proposes after this year to relinquish his courses in the Department of Fine Arts, will cause general regret. Harvard will lose in two ways. For years her undergraduates have gained what is more important than Ancient and Mediaeval Art from his courses-an enlightened method of looking at the problems of life and an increased keenness of perception which could not be gained elsewhere, and which Professor Norton can impart so well...
...been a privilege generally coveted is in measure due to his popularity among the students, and to the whole-souled interest he has always manifested in their welfare. Beyond this popularity, however, it is due to his recognition throughout the country as a sincere and fearless critic in both art and literature, which inevitably reflects great credit on Harvard and enhances his value in the eyes of Harvard...
Since 1875 Professor Norton has been constantly connected with the University, and for many years his courses on ancient and mediaeval art have been among the most popular and widely attended in the University...