A Color Notation : A measured color system, based on the three qualities Hue, Value and Chroma

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Munsell, A. H. (Albert Henry), 1858-1918.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Color Notation" by A. H. Munsell is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work presents a comprehensive system for understanding and communicating color, based on three fundamental qualities: hue, value, and chroma. Through detailed explanations, models, and charts, Munsell aims to establish a scientific framework for color notation that can be practically applied in education and the arts. The opening of the book introduces the author's motivation and the scientific basis for his color system. Munsell observes the ambiguity in common color terminology and proposes that clarity in color communication is essential. He emphasizes the three-dimensional nature of color, illustrated through physical examples like the color sphere, which categorizes colors based on their hue, value, and chroma. The author also briefly outlines the structure of the book, highlighting its intended educational use, particularly for teaching color to children. The beginning sets a scholarly yet practical tone, inviting readers to engage with the complexities and beauty of color in an orderly fashion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Louise Hope, K.D. Thornton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2008-07-14