Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-05-10

National Academy q Dssigs.
Al, Aws aonsa ihs ED gentleman in specs again.
pufhng and blowing like q porpoise. On his arm
hangs the same lovely creature whose features macs
snsh deep impression but few evenings ago.
What beautiful ringlets; and those eyss-new aeeps
bow glowing, how heavenly. Capital sap5ect thas
young lady for picture, said a wo-be gene melan-
chely looking parsonage, whose very appearance De-
spoke him to be one of the profession. Are you an
artist? asked 1. am continued he, historical; at
the same time raising both hands, and making an
attempt to draw forth his shirt collar; but alas no
cellar came; while under either arm, through his
snuff coored frock coat was to be seen the tattersd
remnant Of the garment which the cellar once be-
longed. There is my card, added ne, taking my
catalogue, and writing upon the cover his address,
"Don Jerome Barbarsssa, Society buildings, fourth
story back ROOM" There, sir, there is my card.
Happy to see you any time. trust you will md me
an artist SIR; good morning; and of no vent
Humbug, said to myself arising from my seat, and
locking around for the old gentleman and his daugh-
ter, whom !, for the first time discovered were close
beside me. The young lady cast her eyes towards
me, and smiled. What is humbug, pa enqulred
she. Apainter my dear, who begs as favor, that
young lady will sit for her portrait and when It IS
completed, sends in bill for sla5. That is hum
bug. should think so too, pa.
But for the pictures, Julia. Where did we leave
Off Well next in order comes
No. %. Portrait of Master John kane-W. II.
Powell We think, by increasing the depth OF the
shadows, this picture would be improved
No. 20. Portrait Of Gantleman-C. G lhomp-
son. Toe opaque, particularly the shadows OF Inc
eyes and nose.
No. 80 View of Diamond Cove-C. Codman.-
Wants both effect and colour. 1t is too chalky.-
We have no doubt whatever OF It's correctness as a
view.
No. 81. Portrait of an Old Gentleman reading-D.
Huntington. We recognize in this head likeness OF
the artists father. 1t is an admirable picture, well
drawn and colored, and reflects much credit upon the
painter |, is without doubt one OF the best pictures
in the exhibition.
No. 80. Rustic Scenes A. Mount. The effect Of
light and shade is very good
No. 49, Dream of Arcadia-G. Cole. The reputa-
ton of Mr.. Cole is considerably increased by the
painting Of this picture. 1t is decidedly the best ne
exhibits this year. We are surprised that 1t still re-
mains tor sale.
No. a. Per,rait-F. Fink. An excellent head,
with the exception of the mouth, which IS eat Of
drawing.
No. &c. Portrait Of an Indian OF the Mack
TRIBE. Stearns. The background wants light to
relieve the figure.
head is well drawn and handled yet dehcent IN 60
Nos. AZ q ST. Portrats-W. Swain. An advance
ment since last year. Look to your draperies, Mr..
Swan. t.
No 49, Porrat-w. Fl. Powell. An admirable
likeness, admirably paned enc of Mr. Powelps best.
Nos 40 g. 81. Portraits-F. Boyle. Mr.. Boyle is
young, and bids fair Ha,, ~w
mayed head. Mr. Fowler ranks with our first ar
fists. NE
No 50. Twilight-A &. Durand A pleasing effect
of suHght E ,s.1 t.. -.a.4 4 y ~
ID e l,,c tl,a
best male portrait we have ever seen by Durand II
is in color superior to most of his productions.
No 80. Brigand-J. Z. Freeman. Weshould not
imagine this TO be brgand, II not for the cata-
ogue. We took il for Mr.. Pckwicks fat boy, Joe"
II is beautifully colored.
No. 40. Portrait-C. c. Ingham. Mr.. Ingham is
without equal in his style Of painting. This por-
Nos. AZ and so. Por,raits-H. Bryant. MIR. Bry-
ant is advancing rapidly He promises to be one of
our best portrait painters
No. AZ. Porrat-W Page. This is quite inferior
to the generality of Portraits, by this artist.
No. "A. Portrait-D. Han tingt0n. Very good.
No. "a. Indians-C. B. King. These heads pos
cess much Of the Indian character and are, in many
respects meritonous.
high TO be seen to advantage. We Judge II TO be
good.
Nos 81 and 81. Two portraits-Gcntlcman and
Lady-C c. Thompson. The first we consider a
very good head the latter quite inferior. itn
Lieut. Eastman, u. s. A. A landscape possessing
considerable merit The grass in the foreground is
well touched ala Weir. A greater variety Of color
and more effect would improve il.
No go. Portrait of Col Trumbull-J. Fro,hing-
ham, There is a clear pearly tone about this picture
which we admire mach. The soft, silky appearance
Of the hair is beautiful. 49,. ... .s...
Nos 81 and Sc. Portraits-J. Whitehead. Go
ahead" az David Crockett said.
No 63. Portrait-W. II. Powell. A clear head,
painted in the Inman style. r.
Ma. EDITOR I'm your paper of the 9th instant, l
perceive article, requesting some of yeur readers
to inform you Of the meaning OF the word Fardonan,
which appears to have been applied to faction, as
they are termed connected with the late riot on the
Croton water works, near this city. You say you
know of no place in Ireland-no seciety-no sect no
locality whence the name could emanats, and that for
illustration, the names Of Brady, Finn, and o Hag-
gerty have been introduced II were, they beng g
nerant of the origin of the word above referred TO-.
But sir better selection of gentlemen might not be
found in this city answer the solutions but 10 with
them, no doubt, as with others Of more limited cdu-
catlon that none Of them Fardonlans, and conse
qsently wsuld not comply with your request. It's in
Ireland in all countries on the face OF the globe,
that they have their distinctive feuds and jeaousiss;
some for strength, some for dexterty, and above ALL
for their religious animosities. We have our bosto.