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 present day. While symbols cross dialects and national
boundaries, their meanings can vary and are often culturally
specific. The snake, an object of fascination and mysticism in
Aztec culture, usually represents sin in the west. Yinka
Shonibare's Last Supper (2013) plays on the grapevine's historic
associations to satiric and startling effect. Matt Wilson explores
symbolism's subtle implications and overt and covert meanings,
providing an indispensable tool for interpretation. A reference
section includes suggestions for further reading and a glossary of
art and historical terms.
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