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Nature'S Palette: A Color Reference System From The Natural World-used
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A Gorgeous Expanded Edition Of Werner'S Nomenclature Of Colours, A Landmark Reference Book On Color And Its Origins In Naturefirst Published In 1814, Werner'S Nomenclature Of Colours Is A Taxonomically Organized Guide To Color In The Natural World. Compiled By German Geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner, The Book Was Expanded And Enhanced In 1821 By Patrick Syme, Who Added Color Swatches And Further Color Descriptions, Bringing The Total Number Of Classified Hues To 110. The Resulting Resource Has Been Invaluable Not Only To Artists And Designers But Also To Zoologists, Botanists, Mineralogists, Anatomists, And Explorers, Including Charles Darwin On The Famous Voyage Of The Beagle.Nature'S Palette Makes This Remarkable Volume Available To Today'S Readers, And Is Now Fully Enhanced With New Illustrations Of All The Animals, Plants, And Minerals Werner Referenced Alongside Each Color Swatch. Readers Can See 'Tile Red' In A Piece Of Porcelain Jasper, The Breast Of A Cock Bullfinch, Or A Shrubby Pimpernel. They Can Admire 'Berlin Blue' On A Piece Of Sapphire, The Hepatica Flower, Or The Wing Feathers Of A Jay. Interspersed Throughout The Book Are Lavish Feature Pages Displaying Cases Of Taxidermy, Eggs, Shells, Feathers, Minerals, And Butterflies, With Individual Specimens Crossreferenced To The Core Catalog.Featuring Contributions By Leading Natural History Experts Along With More Than 1,000 Color Illustrations And Eight Gatefolds, Nature'S Palette Is The Ideal Illustrated Reference Volume For Visual Artists, Naturalists, And Anyone Who Is Captivated By Color.
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- Q: What is 'Nature's Palette' about? A: 'Nature's Palette' is an expanded edition of Werner's Nomenclature of Colours, a classic reference book detailing colors found in nature. It features organized color classifications based on natural elements, enhanced with illustrations and descriptions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Nature's Palette'? A: The book is authored by Patrick Baty, who has contributed to the enhancement and expansion of the original work by Abraham Gottlob Werner.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Nature's Palette' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a quality feel for readers.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Nature's Palette'? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages filled with color illustrations and information.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Nature's Palette'? A: 'Nature's Palette' was published on May 18, 2021.
- Q: What audience is 'Nature's Palette' intended for? A: This book is ideal for visual artists, naturalists, and anyone interested in the study of color in the natural world.
- Q: Does 'Nature's Palette' include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Nature's Palette' includes over 1,000 color illustrations, enhancing the visual understanding of the colors described.
- Q: Is 'Nature's Palette' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book serves as a valuable resource for artists, zoologists, botanists, and other professionals interested in color theory and natural history.
- Q: Are there any special features in 'Nature's Palette'? A: The book includes lavish feature pages showcasing taxidermy, eggs, shells, and more, with specimens cross-referenced to the core catalog.
- Q: What makes 'Nature's Palette' unique compared to other color reference books? A: 'Nature's Palette' uniquely combines historical context with modern illustrations, providing a comprehensive view of colors derived from nature and their uses.