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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive collection of 241 emblems; each emblem is an image accompanied by a motto or short phrase meant to provoke thought. Emblems are a fascinating and multifaceted art form developed during the Renaissance, typically consisting of an image, a short text, and a more detailed explanation. The author provides valuable insights into the symbolism, history, and use of emblems as a form of visual storytelling. The book explores the use of emblems in diverse fields such as art, literature, heraldry, and even everyday objects, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the cultural and intellectual history of Europe. By providing a window into the minds of Renaissance thinkers, this collection sheds light on the ways in which people understood the world around them and grappled with universal human themes such as love, death, virtue, and vice. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282674526_0
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