{"product_id":"werners-nomenclature-of-colours","title":"Werner's Nomenclature of Colours","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginally published in 1814, this remarkable volume features 110 colour swatches paired with poetic descriptions that capture nature's vibrant palette.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the eighteenth century, German geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner (1750-1817) set out to establish a standard reference guide to colour for use in the general sciences. Decades later, Scottish botanical artist Patrick Syme (1774-1845) extended Werner's work, refining it into a comprehensive catalogue of the most prominent shades and hues found in nature. The result was a timeless compendium of colour that showcases the beauty of nature across the animal, vegetable, and mineral kingdoms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach colour swatch in Syme's edition of \u003cem\u003eWerner's Nomenclature of Colours\u003c\/em\u003e is accompanied by examples found in nature, offering a practical tool for scientists, artists, and explorers alike. Notably, Charles Darwin used this guide during his voyage on the HMS Beagle to accurately describe his observations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis exquisite collection of colours celebrates the harmony of art and science, capturing the beauty found in the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Meets Science","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45786477821999,"sku":"9781528717052","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/2855\/6847\/files\/imageloader_4402b51d-f970-4717-9893-e87b41cbf04c.jpg?v=1786143280","url":"https:\/\/tssbooks.com\/products\/werners-nomenclature-of-colours","provider":"tssbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}