no FLORAL DESIGNS. 
No. 30. (Page 67.) Floral Vase or Urn. This is sometimes used as a funeral offer- 
ing, and in the present instance is so designed. The. vase is formed of white carnations, 
with cluster of roses on the side ; the handles are of smilax. Niphetos roses, with begonia 
leaves, form the filling of the vase. Easily varied for other than funeral occasions, and 
susceptible of artistic handling. 
No. 31. (Page 69.) Crescent. Lilies, roses and marguerites, with undertoning of 
bouvardia; smilax and adiantum sprays finish the under edges. 
No. 32. (Page 71.) Floral Horseshoe. A graceful arrangement of this popular 
emblem of "good luck." The ground-work is entirely of one variety of pansies. The 
main feature of this piece of work is the artistic arrangement of the lilium auratum and 
Perle roses, with the corresponding cluster of long stemmed roses in relief, which com- 
pletes this exquisite floral souvenir. 
No. 33. (Page 73.) Fan or Easel. A lovely embellishment to any decoration is the 
fan here depicted. A feathery edge of lily of the valley, with a double row of marguerites 
forms the edge ; rich purple pansies the body part, with " sticks " of white Roman hya- 
cinths and spaces of white carnations, while ribbon finishes the handle. A few exquisite 
specimens of Perle roses, with sprays of adiantum foliage arranged as in cut, completes 
the fan, which in this case is resting on an easel of smilax. 
No. 34. (Page 75.) Standing- Fan. An exquisite piece of work is here illustrated. 
The artist has carried this design out in detail to a most elaborate finish. The spread of 
the fan is of rich crimson carnations, while the scolloped edge is formed of white flowers 
of the same. The fringing of lily of the valley is set so compactly together, that it resem- 
bles delicate lace or waving ostrich tips. The "sticks" were of bride's myrtle on ground 
of white, the handle being finished with cluster of buds, and a long loose knot of white 
ribbon. A rich decoration, consisting of cattleyas, roses and lilies, finished this superb 
piece of work. 
No. 35. (Page 77.) Vase or Font. This is suitable either as a font, for christening 
purposes, or for Easter ; or, it can be arranged as a vase. The first thing that commands 
our attention is the beautiful arrangement of the roses, and graceful position of the doves 
or sparrows. The edge of the font is massed heavily with lily of the valley. A narrow 
band of sweet alyssum is just beneath, while the under part of the bowl consists of white 
carnations. The pedestal is also formed of the same, with a line of Niphetos roses to form 
an edge. The standard consists of sweet alyssum. A drapery of Niphetos roses, with 
the sparrows as indicated in the engraving, finishes this chaste and beautiful design. 
No. 36. (Page 79.) Floral Piano. This was made as a funeral design for the super- 
intendent of a piano factory. It was richly " veneered " with Marechal Niel, Perle, Mer- 
met, Niphetos and La France roses and adiantum ferns. The pedals were also composed 
of the same. The " key-board " was formed of white carnations and Marie Louise violets. 
The back and inside were of fern leaves and smilax. An elaborate piece of work, requir- 
ing high finish. The one illustrated stood four feet high. 
No. 37. (Page 81.) Horn of Plenty, pouring forth a profusion of fruit and flowers, 
the whole being reflected in a square mirror edged with smilax. The horn can be made 
either of white or golden chrysanthemums, loaded with Perle and Bennett roses, inter- 
mingled with choice fruits and flowers as in illustration. Certainly a fine design for table 
use. 
No. 38. (Page 83.) Mirror Decoration. This is part of a ball room decoration at 
Delmonico's. Laurel wreathing, with garlands of roses and carnations, backed with lau- 
rel, forms a " frieze" of flowers and foliage around the upper part of the room. A curtain 
drapery of asparagus tenuissimus is " caught up " to the top of the mirror, and brought to 
one side, falling in a careless profusion to the floor, concealing the pots of hybrid roses and 
clematis banked at the base of the mirror. The door-ways and windows were outlined 
with laurel wreathing, while garlands were suspended in each. Palms were scattered 
throughout the room and added much to the general effect. 
No. 39. (Page 85.) Bride's Hand Bouquet. In the most perfect taste. The flow- 
ers used are readily perceived to be Bride roses anil adiantum fronds. The article on 
hand bouquets has covered this ground completely. See page 129. 
