
Harper’s, June 1896 Cover by Edward Penfield

Harper’s, June 1896 Cover by Edward Penfield
The statue of Friedrich Schiller at his namesake park in Columbus:

Herr Schiller surveying his domain

Herr Schiller
Apparently even deer like to manspread. The handsome human in the shot is The Chef.

Two Young Bucks
The other day, through complete happenstance, I found myself listening to/reading the perfect music/book combo. I’ve never consciously attempted to so harmoniously blend the two before, but I’ll definitely do so in the future.
Book: Art on the Block: Tracking the New York Art World from SoHo to the Bowery, Bushwick and Beyond by Ann Fensterstock
Music:

No Wave
The talented, beautiful, and well-connected artist Vanessa Bell was born on 30 May 1879.

Photo of Vanessa Bell by GC Beresford, 1902
I love my city.

Some deer have no manners

Theodore Roethke Quote
What is on your reading list this month?
Do your reading habits change with the seasons, or are you always equal opportunity?
I’ve kind of been all over the place this month, reading wise, which is pretty typical of me.
Since 1st May, I’ve finished:
I’m in the midst of reading:
To be finished by 31st May:
What is your favourite book this month?
Which book on your list do you most look forward to reading?
Please share with me in the comments.
Happy reading!
My grandmother is downsizing. A couple of weeks ago, she gave me some of her Pope Gosser wedding dishes from 1952. I’ve made it a point to incorporate them into daily life, which, given their delicate prettiness, has been easy. The cups and saucers are a wonderful addition to my tea ritual.

Tea Time
This coloring book from American Vogue is so lovely. I cannot wait to give it a whirl!

Vogue Colors A to Z