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Signs & Symbols, An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings

Author: Miranda Bruce Mitford

Discover the secrets and origins of over 2,000 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphics to modern logos. Why is a heart pierced by an arrow the classic symbol of love? What are the ancient roots...

Discover the secrets and origins of over 2,000 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphics to modern logos. Why is a heart pierced by an arrow the classic symbol of love? What are the ancient roots of fertility symbols? Why are scales a symbol of justice? Explore the meaning of each symbol and study how they have been interpreted in myths, religion,...

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  • Themes Photography - Video, Theory & History of Art
  • Language English
  • Number of pages Number of pages 340
  • Cover Cover Hardcover
  • Year of publication Year of publication 2019
  • Publisher Publisher DK
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Discover the secrets and origins of over 2,000 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphics to modern logos. Why is a heart pierced by an arrow the classic symbol of love? What are the ancient roots of fertility symbols? Why are scales a symbol of justice? Explore the meaning of each symbol and study how they have been interpreted in myths, religion, folklore, and art over time, with excerpts from experts in the field and impressive lines and photographs that emphasize the visual power and beauty of the signs. Divided into six thematic sections - the universe, the natural world, human life, myths and religions, society and culture, and symbolic systems - this guide to the secret language of signs and symbols is essential for anyone wanting to understand the world around them.

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Author
Miranda Bruce Mitford
Publisher
DK
Language
English
Subtitle
An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings
Cover
Hardcover
Number of Pages
340
Release Date
-
Publication Date
2019
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-
Dimensions
20x24 cm
Art Albums
No
Subjects
Photography - Video, Theory & History of Art
ISBN-13
9780241387047

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Discover the secrets and origins of over 2,000 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphics to modern logos. Why is a heart pierced by an arrow the classic symbol of love? What are the ancient roots of fertility symbols? Why are scales a symbol of justice? Explore the meaning of each symbol and study how they have been interpreted in myths, religion, folklore, and art over time, with excerpts from experts in the field and impressive lines and photographs that emphasize the visual power and beauty of the signs. Divided into six thematic sections - the universe, the natural world, human life, myths and religions, society and culture, and symbolic systems - this guide to the secret language of signs and symbols is essential for anyone wanting to understand the world around them.

Manufacturer

Author
Miranda Bruce Mitford
Publisher
DK
Language
English
Subtitle
An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings
Cover
Hardcover
Number of Pages
340
Release Date
-
Publication Date
2019
Award
-
Dimensions
20x24 cm
Art Albums
No
Subjects
Photography - Video, Theory & History of Art
ISBN-13
9780241387047

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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