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Since when did certain hand gestures become offensive? And why are scales a symbol of justice?
Signs and Symbols: An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings
A visual reference to the language of symbols
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A visual reference to the language of symbols
Spanning basic forms and colors alongside deities, mythical creatures, sacred practices, and commercial branding, this illustrated reference maps how symbols carry meaning across different contexts. More than 2,000 entries are organized by theme, with text, illustrations, and photographs working together to identify and explain visual motifs. Comprehensive cross-referencing encourages connections between related images, ideas, and traditions, making the volume useful both for focused consultation and broader exploration of symbolic language.
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- Design and graphic-arts enthusiasts
- Artists and visual researchers seeking symbol reference material
- Readers interested in religious, mythological, and cultural iconography
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SymbolismVisual cultureMythologyReligious iconographyBranding
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