When the forehead is rounded and projecting, as is the case with the generality of infants, it evinces a weak mind; if it project very much, then it betrays the utmost degree of stupidity. If it is rounding toward the summit, with a slight projection, and then descending in a straight line, it shows great judgment, an irritable disposition, but a heart of ice; a forehead of this description is frequently characteristic of melancholy. A narrow forehead is usually the sign of a froward disposition. If it incline backward, we may then anticipate rashness and want of reflection, especially if there be no very remarkable jutting of the bones of the eyes. (See _pl. XXV_.) A high forehead is a mark of capriciousness. Should the bone of the eye be projecting and plainly marked, this designates aptness for mental exertion. OF THE EYEBROWS. Small eyebrows always accompany a phlegmatic temperament. (See _pl. XIII_.) If horizontal, they betoken a masculine and vigorous character. (See _pl. VII_.) When they are partly horizontal, and partly curved, they denote energy and ingenuity. If situated very high, they almost always evince a person incapable of reflection. A wide space between the two eyebrows, designates a quick apprehension, a calm and tranquil soul. The nearer they approach the eyes, the stronger is the assurance they give of solidity and reflection. Angular, discontinuous eyebrows, mark an inventive genius. When uneven and disordered, they are proofs of great vivacity. Full, compact, well-disposed, and symmetrical eyebrows, are almost always indicative of solidity of judgment, and of clear sound sense. OF THE EYES. It is peculiarly the province of the eyes to declare the emotions of the soul, and to exhibit the workings of sentiment and passion. Blue eyes are frequently found in persons of phlegmatic character; they are often indications of feebleness and effeminacy. Black eyes portend energy. If gray, they often mark a choleric disposition; in such case, the lids are red, drawn back, and sunken. (See _pl. XXII_.) Hazel, or brown eyes, indicate vivacity and affability. When the extremity near the nose is acute, it denotes cunning and finesse. If the upper eyelid cross diametrically the ball of the eye, it is a sign of subtlety and cunning. OF THE NOSE. The nose is not a feature capable of conveying much expression; yet its form and relative position, in respect of other parts of the face, furnish some characteristics. An aquiline nose designates an imperious temper, and ardent passions. (See _pl. XXV_.) A nose, the ridge of which is large, denotes a mind endowed with qualities of a high order. (See _pl. VII_.) When the sides of the nose are flexible, and perfectly disconnected, it betrays a proneness to sensuality. A nose curved at the root, announces a personage born to command, firm in his purposes, and ardent in the pursuit. (See _pl. XI_.) Small nostrils disclose timidity of soul.