A Color Notation
A measured color system, based on the three qualities Hue, Value and Chroma
A Color Notation, by the American painter and teacher Albert H. Munsell, first appeared in 1905; this is the revised second edition of 1907. Munsell set out to replace vague color names with a measured system based on three qualities: hue, value and chroma. He explains each one, builds them into a color sphere and solid, shows how any color can be written as a simple notation, and discusses balance and harmony. A second part offers a graded course of study for schools. The Munsell system he describes here is still used in art, industry, soil science and design. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the opening pages are free.
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Is A Color Notation in the public domain?
Yes. A Color Notation by A. H. Munsell is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
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What kind of book is A Color Notation?
A Color Notation by A. H. Munsell is filed under "Classics" in the Vinteuil library.
