10 FEBRUARY 1923, Page 31

[To the Editor of the SPECTATOR.] Sin,—It is most refreshing

to find your paper opening out into a still further field of criticism. I allude to the Art and Commerce section and the appreciation of Messrs. Carsons' chocolate-box design. In my opinion the Royal Chocolate Box is, without exception, the high-water mark so far attained in this branch of applied art. Allow me to congratulate you on your- new venture.—I am, Sir, &c.,