How did a simple biological pump become a symbol of human emotion?
In short: This lecture explores how artists have represented the heart over the centuries, transforming a biological organ into a powerful symbol for love, truth, conscience, and moral courage.
Professor Martin Elliott and art historian Dr. Valerie Shrimplin examine the interdisciplinary evolution of heart symbolism in art. They investigate how this anatomical organ transitioned into a representation of the highest human emotions and moral virtues.
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