 The effect of this colour is as peculiar as its nature ; it conveys an impression of gravity and dignity, and at the same time of grace and attractiveness. The first, in its deep dark state ; the latter, in its lighter tint, and thus suits both the aged...  Goethe's Theory of Colours - Page 314by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Sir Charles Lock Eastlake - 1840 - 423 pagesFull view - About this book
 | Cassell, ltd - 1873 - 834 pages
...used for dress, ribbons, or other ornaments, that it is most attractive when used sparingly. Red. — The effect of this colour is as peculiar as its nature...at the same time of grace and attractiveness. The nrst, in its deep dark state ; the latter, in its lighter tint, and thus suits both the aged and the... | |
 | Cassell, ltd - 1881 - 822 pages
...ascd for dress, ribbons, or other ornaments, that it is most attractive when used sparingly. Red.— The effect of this colour is as peculiar as its nature...time of grace and attractiveness. The first, in its deep dark state ; the latter, in its lighter tint, and thus suits both the aged and the young. Green.... | |
 | Home economics - 1890 - 538 pages
...ornaments, that it is most attractive when it is used sparingly. Red. — The effect of this color is as peculiar as its nature ; it conveys an impression...time of grace and attractiveness. The first, in its deep dark state ; the latter, in its lighter tint, and thus suits both the aged and the young. "Green.... | |
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