School: Cill Thiomáin, Durrus, Bantry (roll number 15989)
- Location:
- Kilcomane, Co. Cork
- Teacher: Máiréad Ní Mhathúna
Archival Reference
The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0288, Page 081
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- (1) The Forehead: a large forehead shows intelligence A small narrow one indicates a weak mentality. A flat forehead denotes brutality and low passions
(2) Eyes: Blue eyes show intelligence, and black ones a forceful disposition. Brown eyes are a sign of beauty. Bright, open handsome eyes denote a noble mind. Small eyes denote a passionate nature
Large soft eyes show a kindly nature
Eyes that blink show deceit, and close-set eyes a bad temper.
Dull eyes are considered to show a slothful brutish character
(3) Nose: A nose which is large and wider towards the end shows a love of work, intelligence and a discreet nature.
If the nose is turned up the person is considered to be bold.
A long thin nose shows courage and humour.
An aquiline nose is a sign of pride and nobility
A pointed nose shows a cunning character.
(4) Mouth: If a mouth is very small it shows timidity
If well formed a good disposition.
A very large mouth indicates a false character.
(5) Ears: Small ears show refinement.
Large eyes show pride.
Long narrow ears denote an envious disposition
(6) Chin: A well-formed rounded chin indicates a sensible(continues on next page)
- Collector
- Bridie Kennedy
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- Lissacaha, Co. Cork
