So artworks begin to take on the aura of talismanic objects of prestige and power which have value on their own account. |
There was an aura of displacement about him, I felt, and it wasn't because of his ragged clothes or the shabby appearance. |
There was an aura of pride surrounding him, a glow that made him look happy and that ended up making me feel a little better too. |
In his hand was a long, crimson staff, and an aura of magical strength surrounded him. |
There was an aura of strangeness around the set, a sort of quiet eeriness to it all. |
Both wore the aura of violent gang life and that meant good box office business. |