21-12-2025, 02:46 AM
It does seem like they are - "Detail of a miniature of Venus presiding over a group of men and women, who are presenting their hearts to her, from 'L'Épître Othéa', Harley MS 4431, f. 100r."
Looking at this again "Up until the late 14th century, the heart was usually shown upside down. This tradition changed in the first half of the 15th century. Another change happened during this time, which shaped the heart symbol as we know it today." the change happened a bit sooner than I remember (first half v second half). You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.
I wonder if there's anything pre-dating 1414?.. though I'm not sure a heart would make more sense in regards to the VMS image..
Looking at this again "Up until the late 14th century, the heart was usually shown upside down. This tradition changed in the first half of the 15th century. Another change happened during this time, which shaped the heart symbol as we know it today." the change happened a bit sooner than I remember (first half v second half). You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.
I wonder if there's anything pre-dating 1414?.. though I'm not sure a heart would make more sense in regards to the VMS image..