Excerpt from The History, Principles, and Practice of Heraldry
Whether it be indeed the noble science, as some of its enthusiastic votaries have termed it, or, as a later writer has affirmed, the science of fools with long memories, may be a more or less open question; but as it is guided by positive rules, which cannot with impunity be violated, so long as it is employed at all, either in the restoration of old buildings, illumination, glass-painting, or any other field of art, it can only be properly employed after some little attention has been paid to requirements which, though arbitrary in their character, have received the sanction of centuries; and it is not a sufficient reason for the violation of these rules to deride the study as obsolete or absurd, for if the thing be introduced at all, it must be rightly done.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history, principles, and practices surrounding the study of heraldry, a field that involves the use of distinctive symbols for identification and status. The author delves into the colorful origins of heraldry, tracing its evolution from medieval battlefields to its adoption as a symbol of nobility and lineage. While discussing the rules and terminology used in describing heraldic devices, the author also explores the diverse range of symbolism, with each device carrying its own unique meaning. This book not only serves as a practical guide for those interested in understanding heraldic imagery, but also offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural and historical context that shaped its development. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282246693_0
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