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Iconography, the study of symbols be they animals, artefacts, plants, shapes or gestures is an essential element of art history. This guide unravels over fifty of the most common and intriguing visual symbols from across the globe from 2300 BCE to the p
A stimulating narrative and reference resource that guides the reader through the most significant symbols from worldwide art history. Why do we reach for the red rose on Valentines day? Where did the owl gain its reputation for wisdom? Why should you nev
A down-to-earth, visual guidebook that shows how to read, understand and get the most out of art. For beginners, art history might seem a daunting subject with complex rules and impenetrable technical language. Even for more seasoned art lovers the questi