Example sentences of "[adj] [prep] [art] eye and " in BNC.

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1 So we can put some limits on the project : the chairs must be upholstered ; modern in the simplicity of their lines but not ‘ Cubist ’ for want of a better term ; easy on the eye and bottom ; they should fit in with other existing furniture ; and naturally should be of strong construction so that they will be heirloom quality .
2 The large living-cum-dining room is mostly in earthy natural shades — they 're easy on the eye and a perfect setting for the colourful rug and furniture which the Coles bought to remind them of their travels
3 The layout and print is easy on the eye and the revision passages for dictation becomes increasingly difficult as the book progresses .
4 Nevertheless ecology has started with that which is obvious to the eye and is increasingly concerned with what is not .
5 It is tempting to try to cram as much information as possible on to the page , a solid mass of print is unattractive to the eye and is unlikely to be read .
6 Seen from the outside , the Abbey is in Emma 's eyes : ‘ a sweet view — sweet to the eye and the mind , English verdure , English culture , English comfort . ’
7 Pupils with defective sight are especially in need of the opportunity to look at objects at close range , holding them near to the eye and having time to gaze .
8 The generous buffet is both pleasing to the eye and the taste buds , with free wine to get you in the mood for an evening of entertainment .
9 How much more pleasing to the eye and the higher senses were the gleaming unbroached jars in the pantry , and how I suddenly hated the men who had assured me that in their attentions lay my fulfilment .
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