[328] This design is based upon a legend concerning Virgil, which had some vogue in the Middle Ages
[329] See pp. [101]-[129], supra.
[330] Revue universelle des Arts, September, 1857 (vol. v, no. 6, p. 513).
In his game-bag we see that he hath rats,
Which are detestable, and gnawing vermin
Making shocking wounds in his vitals.
From his breast cometh a keen, darting flame,
Which burneth heart and lips and body.
[332] In an imperfect copy of this book, on parchment, which I have seen at the shop of M. Potier, and which is illuminated, the artist has erased Tory's mark, for what purpose I have no idea.