RENAISSANCE COLOUR SYMBOLISM

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Exploring the significance of color in Renaissance heraldry and art, this collection features primary sources with original annotated English translations. It includes works by notable figures such as Jean Courtois and Gilles Corrozet, alongside texts by Antonio Telesio, Fulvio Pellegrino Morato, Gerard Leigh, and Giovanni Paolo Lomazzo. Each piece delves into the symbolism of colors in coats of arms and artistic practices, providing insights into the cultural and aesthetic values of the period. The original texts enhance the understanding of these historical works.