CHAPTER VIII.--ON THE RENOVATION OF OUR ARTS BY THE STUDY OF THE INSECT.

The Fine Arts would profit by a close study of the insect, 201 Much might be learned, for instance, from the cockchafer's wing, 202 Nature is full of suggestive beauty, 203 Observe the enamels of the cicindela, 204 And those of the scarabæi, 205 Instead of copying from antique absurdities, go then to the insect-collector's cabinet, 206 And its treasures will inspire the artist with new ideas, 207