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Gardens of the Renaissance symbols of desire the dynamic Wilshire Boulevard corridorBryan C. Keene Whether part of a grand villa or an extension of a common kitchen, gardens in the Renaissance were planted and treasured in all reaches of society. Illuminated manuscripts of the period offer a glimpse into how people at the time pictured, used, and enjoyed these idyllic green spaces. Drawn from a wide range of works in the Getty Museums permanent collection, this gorgeously illustrated volume explores gardens on many levels, from the