Bust

“ The bust cannot be said to represent a beautiful face or an eminently noble head; but it clutches firmly hold of one's sense of reality and insists upon your accepting it, if not as Shakspeare the poet, yet as the wealthy burgher of Stratford, the friend of John a' Combe, who lies yonder in the corner. I know not what the phrenologists say to the bust. The forehead is but moderately developed, and retreats somewhat, the upper part of the skull rising pyramidally; the eyes are prominent almost beyond the penthouse of the brow ”

“ Sir David Brewster has shown how the rigid features of a white bust may be made to move and vary their expression, sometimes smiling and sometimes frowning, by moving rapidly in front of the bust a bright light, so as to make the lights and shadows take every possible direction and various degrees of intensity; and if the bust be placed before a concave mirror, its image may be made to do still more when it is cast upon wreaths of smoke. ”

“ As regards the photographs of the bust, more explanation is requisite. They do not represent the making of a sketch-model, but a life-size bust. The method is the same in both cases, however; while in the case of the bust the manner of working with the clay is better exemplified than in that of the horse. Moreover, this series of photographs enables the reader to understand another important department of the sculptor's art. The scaffolding, so to speak, is simpler than in the case of the horse. ”

“ I made the bird alight on the bust of Pallas, also for the effect of contrast between the marble and the plumage—it being understood that the bust was absolutely suggested by the bird—the bust of Pallas being chosen, first, as most in keeping with the scholarship of the lover, and, secondly, for the sonorousness of the word, Pallas, itself. ”

“ I don't like your fad for cutting down the bust. The neck is nothing but a connecting link between the head and the bust. Now here you have a charming and youthful head and face—let the neck at least suggest the woman below. ”

“ ALTERING PATTERNS FOR A FIGURE WITH AN UNUSUALLY SMALL BUST. For the woman with an unusually small bust it is wiser to make up the lining first in unbleached muslin before cutting into the regular lining. Where the bust is just a little under the average the alteration can be made at the underarm seam. ”

“ Marble Bust, unfinished.—This is an experiment in sculpture by our distinguished painter. I find it a very interesting one, and (pace the professional sculptors) a remarkable success. The head reverts over the right shoulder with a graceful and energetic turn; and these qualities, especially that of energy, are preserved in all points of view. The modelling of the bust and arms is pulpy and creased—more comparable in tendency to that of the Elgin Marbles than of later Greek sculpture. ”

“ If the bust is only a little full, the alteration can be made on the underarm seam when you try on the lining and waist. For an unusually large bust the alteration must be made before you cut your good lining and outside material. ”

“ In order to allow of the corset supporting the bust well and having the pit of the stomach and the upper front part of the bust completely uncovered, the whalebones or steels are arranged at an angle, as shown at a, in such a manner as to bring the bust forward and to give the necessary support without in any way restraining the respiratory movements. ”

“ Lynn trick is based. The lower part of the bust seen is a dummy upon which the upper part of the woman’s body lies, the remainder of her body being extended nearly horizontally upon a board which is capable of swinging and following the motion of the shelf. All this portion is hidden by opaque black drapery so arranged as not to reflect the light at any point. The bust and shelf receive a very intense light; then immediately behind there is seen intense darkness, forming an absolutely dark background. ”

“ When the bust was carried to the king’s house at Chelsea his Majesty with a train of nobles went to view it, and as they were viewing it a hawk flew over their heads with a partridge in his claw which he had wounded to death. Some of the partridge’s blood fell on the neck of the bust, where it always remained without being wiped off. This bust, with the picture from which it was taken, is thought to have perished in the fire at Whitehall, 1697.—Biographical History, vol. ii. ”

“ A bust of white marble may give an excellent idea of a blooming face. Colour the lips and cheeks of the bust, leaving the hair and eyes unaltered, and the similarity, instead of being more striking, will be less so. ”

“ Try the lining on again to be sure that it is comfortable and then stitch the shoulder seams.
Diagonal wrinkles in the back of the lining may be handled in the same way. The same alteration that is made in the lining should be made in the outside waist.
ADAPTING PATTERNS TO A FIGURE WITH AN UNUSUALLY LARGE BUST. This is the case, not necessarily of a large figure, but of a figure in which the bust is large in proportion to the bust measure. A woman might measure 36 inches at the bust and yet have a narrow back and a very full bust. ”

“ This Bust is made of Plaster of Paris, and so lettered as to show the exact location of each of the Phrenological Organs. The head is nearly life-size, and very ornamental, deserving a place on the centre-table or mantel, in parlor, office or study. This, with the illustrated key which accompanies each Bust, should be in the hands of all who would know "How to Read Character." Price, $1.00, or given as a Premium to each new subscriber to the Journal or we will send the Chart Premium. ”

“ It is suitable for figures having medium and well developed bust. It is especially designed to produce an uplifted and accentuated bust and to 8t the figure closely from the waist line to the under bust curve. The special shoulder straps assist in defining the natural depression between the breasts. Bust sections are made of lace. The boned inside reinforcement extending across the entire front of the garment gives added control over the abdomen and through the diaphragm region. The design affords a graceful, smooth foundation for the outer clothing. ”

“ There is a slight roundness about the bust, and a general neatness and trimness which are independent of attire. And each looks carefully fed and thoroughly groomed. Each has brightness in her eye and elasticity in her step. ”

“ The corset herein described when applied to the person has a normal tendency to rise at the front and aid in sustaining the bust instead of to drop and rest upon the body below the bust, this normal upward tendency of movement possessing, as will be obvious, material advantages not only as to health, but also as to artistic form. ”

“ Will permanently reduce protruding abdomen. A bust confiner should be worn with style 192 as the bust of the corset is too low to control the usual bust development of the figure to which it is adapted. Made only in Sterling or Coutil, suitably trimmed. Should be worn with four hose supporters.
¶ Medium and low bust; good length groin. Boned with the guaranteed Spirella. Draw-tape in bust. Groin lacing on each side, from a point a little below the waist to the bottom of the garment, permits adjustment and thus gradually reduces abdominal prominence. ”

“ In other words, it is of fundamental importance to determine the reciprocal relation, in the stature, between the bust and the lower limbs, that is, between the height of the bust and the total height of the body. ”

“ The Bust of a Man, seen in a front view, having on a cap in the shape of a calotte, and a mantle bordered with carmine.
301. The Bust of a Man, with the head uncovered and seen in a front view; his hair is frizzled, and his mouth a little on one side.
302. The Head of an old Man, with a short beard and a bald crown; his neck is enveloped in fur. The shoulders are only slightly indicated.
303. The Bust of a Man, represented in a three-quarter view, with the head bending forward. He has on a fur cap, and a robe bordered with fur, which is open in front, and shows a vest under it. ”

“ The Plain Top is provided for the client who does not wish to define so clearly the outline of her bust. It affords more room under the bust than in the cup bust design, and is suited to the client with the full bust who does not want her breasts raised. ”

“ The "bust" comes next, but since we wish to compare the bust with another technical device, the "close-up," let us pass it by in detail for the moment. But you must remember, when introducing a bust, that it is a separate scene, and must, therefore, be given a separate and distinct scene-number. The bust breaks the scene in the library as Tom scrutinizes the check through the reading-glass. The letter previously shown also broke the scene, or interrupted the action; but the bust, being considered as a separate scene, is given a scene-number—10. ”

“ The special shaping in the back permits the wearing of a low back brassiere and at the same time maintains a large degree of support and control to the bust and under arm flesh; the stay at each side of centre back affords a comparatively firm point over which the support of the bust and under arm can be maintained. ”

“ Boned with the guaranteed Spirella, so distributed as not to conflict with the body bones. Flat stay each side of center back. Draw-tape in bust. Style 98 has medium high bust, supporting and thereby accentuating small development. Style 99 is much shorter above the waist than style 98, which is illustrated. In both styles bust and hip measures are each 12 inches greater than waist measure. ”

“ The original clay bust on which the sculptor worked is now so damaged that it is destroyed, the clay often being used again for a fresh subject, and the bundles of wood being utilised for lighting the fire.
A young Frenchman once begged me to let him cast a hand and foot for some work he was doing, explaining that, though amongst the artists’ models there were exquisite heads and forms, that class of woman seldom had good hands, and a good foot never. ”

“ The British Museum collection. 40Taking for examination the specimens nearest at hand; we refer to those to be seen in the gallery leading out of the entrance-hall of the British Museum. |Nero’s bust.| The busts which strike us most forcibly are those of Nero, Trajan, Publius Hevius Pertinax, Cordianus Africanus, Caracalla, Commodus, and Julius Cæsar. The bust of Nero (No. 11) strikes one by the simplicity and breadth of its treatment, combined as these qualities are with the expression of great strength and energy. ”

“ The design is so constructed as to allow room for the fulness of the bust, giving a firm, healthful support. The built-up shoulder controls shoulder and under arm flesh and gives a smooth, pleasing contour under the gown. ”

“ Hilda's had that evanescent and ethereal life—that flitting fragrance, as it were, of the originals—which it is as difficult to catch and retain as it would be for a sculptor to get the very movement and varying color of a living man into his marble bust. Only by watching the efforts of the most skilful copyists—men who spend a lifetime, as some of them do, in multiplying copies of a single picture—and observing how invariably they leave out just the indefinable charm that involves the last, inestimable value, can we understand the difficulties of the task which they undertake. ”

“ It affords good support to the bust. The shaping through the hip snugs the garment to the figure and aids in maintaining anchorage. The inside belt aids in control of flesh. The complete design brings about more harmonious proportions. ”

“ Development 15:14-17 means that the bust meas­urement at top of corset is 15 inches larger than waist size; that the hip measurement 61⁄2 inches below waist line is 14 inches larger and measured 9 inches below is 17 inches larger. In various models of corsets the bust and hip fullness is dis­tributed differently to meet the requirements of figures having fleshy back and under arm, or those having full heavy busts and the large back or side hip, or large protruding abdomen. ”

“ Pedestals for busts are difficult to proportion properly. They must not be too wide at the top or they look clumsy, and if they are too narrow for their height, must be weighted at the bottom so as not to tip over too easily. ”

“ Made of fine jean, stripped with sateen; black made of
sateen throughout; rust-proof boning, which abso-
lutely prevents rusting of bones and steels; the bust is
full and flexible, but sufficiently firm to give form to
slender figures; flossed with silk and trimmed with silk
embroidery. White, drab and black. ”

“ The only thing one is aware of is bustle. Bustle on land, where everybody seems to rush as if they were demented—bustle on the water, where one keeps wondering why the ships of all sizes passing at full speed in every direction do not collide every other minute. ”

“ Their flight is prolonged and often rapid, though invariably heavy, the neck and legs being outstretched; the Great Bustard rises from the ground slowly, the Little Bustard with a rattling noise, but they are frequently loth to leave it, crouching to escape detection on the similarly coloured soil. ”

“ Won't hurt a lot, but you can knock a man down with it. And I've practiced using the thing until I'm just about perfect," replied Buster, calmly.
"If you ever hit me with that thing, and I find it out I'm going to retaliate, hear me!" and grumbling thus Bones cuddled down among his burlap mattresses. ”

“ Inkstands, seals, tea equipages, salt-cellars, candlesticks, life-size busts, vases, relief-plaques, and medallion portraits of 'illustrious ancients and moderns' were made in this body, which was sometimes decorated with 'encaustic' colours, silvering, gilding, or bronzing. ”