THE PHOENIX
The Phoenix, Bird of the Sun, is an
imaginary bird,
described by ancient writers as an eagle in form, consecrated to
the sun. It is said that when advanced in age and its time of
change is at hand, it hides itself, and makes a nest of the
rarest spices, which, by the heat of the sun, and fanning of the
sacred bird's own wings, soon rises into flames and consumes it.
Out of the ashes rises another with new life and vigor to pursue
the same never-ending life and return.
Designed by Arthur E. Du Bois.