conqueror, each seems better than the other. The entire composition and action of the piece are spirited and graceful, while the happy choice of subject equally betrays the accomplished artist. * * * * * HENRI HERZ.—The celebrated pianist has finally settled for the rest of his days in Mexico. The supreme government has established a musical conservatory, at the head of which Mr. Herz has been placed, with a handsome salary. * * * * * IVES THE SCULPTOR, since his return from Italy, has completed a plaster cast of Major General SCOTT, the mould of which he proposes to take with him when he again visits Italy, and reproduce the head in marble. The bust is true in its character, both in lineament and spirit, and is looked upon with universal approbation. * * * * * POWER’S STATUE OF EVE.—It is stated that this statue, executed by Mr. POWER for the Hon. WILLIAM C. PRESTON, of South Carolina, has been lost by shipwreck on the coast of Spain. It had been generally conceded to be his chef d’oeuvre, and its loss is a real calamity, not only to the artist but the entire world of art. We trust sincerely that the original cast remains, from which a new statue may be produced. * * * * * “MERCY’S DREAM.”—A copy from this original picture by HUNTINGTON has been executed by Mr. MCMURTRIE, of Philadelphia, with a general fidelity in tone, style, color, expression, and atmospheric effect, which is truly remarkable. This copy will constitute the first prize at the next drawing of the Art Union of Philadelphia, which will take place on the evening of the 31st of December, 1850. * * * * * MARTI’S OPERA TROUP, from the Tacon Theatre, Havana, has recently been singing at Niblo’s Garden, in New York. Signor Salvi is acknowledged to be the only perfect tenor heard in this country since the days of Garcia. Signorina Steffanone, the new soprano, is also warmly praised. The orchestra is admirable, and all the appointments excellent. * * * * * EARLY ENGLISH POETS. POEMS OF THOMAS CAREW.