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PROPER POSITION FOR THE

whether the objects be viewed from a carriage, or from
the lower windows of a building, or any similar moderate
elevation.

In this case, the horizontal line may be placed at about
one-third the height (Fig. 5).

FIR. 5.

Thirdly, whether the scenery be mountainous, with a
lake; or whether the objects be viewed from some con-
siderable elevation.

In this case, let him choose a position that will
command a good view of the scene, and prevent closer
and more immediate objects from concealing any portion