Renaissance emblem books were collections of poetic writing—often bearing metaphysical messages—paired with corresponding allegorical images that prompted the viewer to meditate on the meanings. Moderne Emblemes is a modern exploration of such books, balancing the duality of modernity and antiquity through layout, illustration, and poetry. The book’s theme is concerned with “discordia concors” or the balance of opposites—a metaphysical concept often invoked by Renaissance poets.