In works of art, literature, and narrative, a symbol is a concrete element like an object, character, image, situation, or action that suggests or hints at abstract, deeper, or non-literal meanings or ...
From fanged cats and all-seeing ravens to anthropomorphized botanicals and disembodied faces, Michael McGrath’s uncanny works nod to the symbol-rich, flat compositions of folk art or “naïve” painting.
The first-ever example of an ancient Egyptian petroglyph depicting a zodiac sign has been discovered at a rock art site on the western ... Reviewing the symbol’s history, the researchers note ...
In 1851, the first mention of an Advent calendar was seen in Elise Averdieck’s picture book, and in 1839, the Advent wreath first appeared ... represent the everlasting life found in Christ. They are ...