text:  In the picture alluded to the first idea that presents itself is that of wonder at seeing a figure in so uncommon a situation as that in which Apollo is placed: for the clouds on which he kneels have not the appearance of being able to support him--they have neither the substance nor the form fit for the receptacle of a human figure and they do not possess in any respect that romantic character which is appropriated to such an object and which alone can harmonize with poetical stories