Veridicus Christianus: Are Emblem Books the 17th Century version of an Infographic?
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Veridicus Christianus: Are Emblem Books the 17th Century version of an Infographic?

In 1601, a Jesuit priest in Antwerp published a book of 100 allegorical engravings designed to communicate complex ideas. It was part illustrated guide, part work of art, and it remains one of the most visually inventive books of the entire Baroque era. Today we're taking a closer look at Jan David's Veridicus Christianus and the extraordinary images at its heart. Let's go!