13-04-2022, 10:43 PM
Agreed. But then, what topic, having to do with VMs illustrations, is going to be "relatively free of interpretation"? Analysis of the VMs illustrations is nothing but interpretation - or what else??
Evaluation of interpretive validity is not based solely on appearance, especially considering VMs ambiguity. Validity is not measured to see if it is sufficient. VMs validity is affirmed by a second factor consisting of a structural or associated interpretation tied to the first. As potential interpretations of an illustration, both Melusine and the Golden Fleece confirm each other since both connect to the Valois dynasty and the state of Burgundy. There's no getting free of interpretation here, it's one interpretation supporting the other.
Evaluation of interpretive validity is not based solely on appearance, especially considering VMs ambiguity. Validity is not measured to see if it is sufficient. VMs validity is affirmed by a second factor consisting of a structural or associated interpretation tied to the first. As potential interpretations of an illustration, both Melusine and the Golden Fleece confirm each other since both connect to the Valois dynasty and the state of Burgundy. There's no getting free of interpretation here, it's one interpretation supporting the other.