formed of small plates or shields, and in the clay one must imitate the real. Use the hat-pin for marking the lines on the head, and trace stripes sidewise across the entire length of the body in the manner shown by [Fig. 341] from C to D, continuing the stripes down each side of the first section of the tail ([Fig. 329]). Next run a line lengthwise through the entire centre. D to E ([Fig. 341]) shows how to begin, only you must commence the central lengthwise line at C. Mark the plates on one side starting at C, as indicated from E to F ([Fig. 341]); then make them on the other side, which will cause a pointed scallop to stand out and up on both sides of the space from G to H ([Fig. 341]). On the last section the top ridge will be scalloped H to K ([Fig. 341]). The nostrils are distinctly marked by two round holes; make these with the point of the pin. Cover the alligator over with a wet cloth while you model his
Legs.
Fig. [342].—Roll a small piece of clay.
Fig. [343].—Break off a part.
Fig. [344].—Turn back the end.
Fig. [345].—Add another piece.