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[Jorge_Stolfi]

I have no idea what they are.  They are a little bit blue.  ... The blue around the sun is a mystery.  Why would the sun be in water?  Or, is the blue supposed to be sky (air) and not water?

Anyone who is analyzing the VMS illustrations should consider it likely (at least) You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.,without much regard for the actual  meaning of the figures  

There are several bits of evidence that support this theory (even if they fall short of proof), and no real evidence or argument indicating that they were original -- that is, that the color paints were applied shortly after the outlines were drawn, or under supervision of the original Author.

It is possible however that the light translucent yellow paint used in the nymphs' hair, stars, and many other details is original.  It may have been a wash made with diluted text ink (like we see in Taccola's notebook).

All the best, --stolfi

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