Ensoulment

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If we interpret the "nymphs" as pregnant women, they might illustrate how childbirth is affected by the astral configuration at the time of birth.

The "pregnant" interpretation is somewhat problematic because the standards of beauty were different than they are today.

White skin was fashionable, but it should have hints of pink in the form of rosy cheeks or similar. Fleshy arms and legs, broad hips and a round stomach were also all considered desirable – thinness was something of a problem in Renaissance Italy.

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