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Copyright, Panama-Pacific Internationa/ Exposition Co. Air I. The Hunters. On the edge of a thick wood, warm in the golden rays from the west, a party of primitive hunters are in the pursuit of game. Copyright, Panama-Pacific International Exposition Co. Water I. The Net. A group of fishermen hauling in the last net of the day. EIGHT DECORATIONS FRANK BRANGWYN BY FOR THE EAST COURT OF THE PANAMA-PACIFIC INTER­ NATIONAL EXPOSITION AT SAN FRANCISCO THE panels hang in an ambulatory that surrounds the open court, of which Louis Christian Mullgardt is the architect. They are placed in the four corners, one on each wall, where it makes the corner, and each measures twenty-five feet by twelve feet. The canvases reflect the spirit of humanity and of work. Mr. Brangwyn chose as subjects the four elements—Air, Earth, Fire, Water —each to be represented by two panels. With the exception of the general colors to be employed and the scale of the figures he had a free hand. 170

Copyright, Panama-Pacific International Exposition Co. Air II. The Windmill. " The Windmill " is a living spirit, rising into the cobalt skies, where the gray storm-clouds quiver, reflecting in their midst a solar rainbow. The golden color of the wood that age and sun have brought is in delightful harmony with the deep, pure blues. 171

Copyright, Panama-Pacific International Exposition Co.<br />

Air II. The Windmill.<br />

" The Windmill " is a living spirit, rising into the cobalt skies, where the gray storm-clouds quiver, reflecting in their midst a solar<br />

rainbow. The golden color of the wood that age and sun have brought is in delightful harmony with the deep, pure blues.<br />

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