FINE ARTS.
The vignette title of this part is one of the most picturesque bits of composition that we have seen, and beautifully drawn and engraved ; it is a most brilliant piece of effect, and is equally creditable to the pencil of C01011E1 BATTY and the graver of Mr. BRANDARD. It represents the Castle of Belem, at the entrance of the Tagus of itself a pictu- resque object, and rendered more so by the surrounding scene. The Convent of St. Geronymo is a fine old Moorish pile, with its arabesque scrolls, horse-shoe arches, and Gothic fret-work: the foreground is well filled with figures, and the architecture is engraved with M. LE KEUX'S accustomed firmness, clearness, and delicacy ; the rest of the plate is rather hard. The two general Views of Lisbon are interesting, but we do not admire their execution particularly: the new Church of the Estrella, or the Heart of Jesus, somewhat resembling our St. Paul's' forms a striking object in the first view; which plate is better executed. The Square of the Little Pillar makes a fine view ; and the introduction of marketipeople gives life to_the scene, which is otherwise sotnewhat monotonous. The tWisted pillar in the centre is curious. Lisbon from Almada, on the apposite bank of the Tagus, is a fine bold view, with good effect, extremely well engraved by W. MILLER.
This series of views is very interesting, and among the best executed which we have seen by Colonel BATTY. The authenticity of them is no slight recommendation, in addition to their good quality as works of art ; and the plates of reference give a greater value to their accuracy.
Six Views of Brussels ; exhibiting some of the principal points where the recent contests took place; with a Plan of the City. Drawn and etched by Lieutenant-Colonel BATTY.
This is a well-timed publication, and we cannot but applaud the Colonel's prompt industry in having begun and completed his work in the space of eighteen days. The accuracy of the views we do not doubt ; the fidelity of Colonel BATTY'S pencil is universally acknowledged. They are etched in a spirited and effective manner, in outline, and answer every purpose of present interest as well as a finished engraving. They consist of views of the New Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, front- ing the Schaerbeck Gate ; a general View of the City ; the Palace of the States-General; the Park ; the King's Palace ; and the Place Royale; each plate having references to point out the principal build- ings. The Views are clear and distinct; qualities very necessary, but wanting in the Plan. They are published at a low price, and will doubt- less command an extensive sale.
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