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"Symbolises: Unveiling the Tapestry of Meanings" In a world scarred by the ravages of WW1, a powerful cartoon emerges

Background imageSymbolises Collection: The Hermetic Vessel, c1760. Hermetic vessel in the alchemical furnace

The Hermetic Vessel, c1760. Hermetic vessel in the alchemical furnace. The serpent within the vase symbolises
542162 The Hermetic Vessel, c1760. Hermetic vessel in the alchemical furnace. The serpent within the vase symbolises the earthy substances of which the Philosopher's Stone is made

Background imageSymbolises Collection: FRANCO-BRIT EXHIBITION

FRANCO-BRIT EXHIBITION
Franco-British Exhibition at Shepherds Bush, London, symbolises the growing rapprochement between Britain and France Date: 1908

Background imageSymbolises Collection: RELIGION / EGYPT / SOBEK

RELIGION / EGYPT / SOBEK
The crocodile-headed god who symbolises the might of the pharaohs : the strength and swiftness of the crocodile are appropriate to the ruler of the country

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, Moab, Grand County, Utah, USA

Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, Moab, Grand County, Utah, USA
Delicate Arch rock formation with a cloudy sky near Moab in Arches National Park; Moab, Grand County, Utah, United States of America

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Great gray owl sitting in dry grass, Yellowstone National Park, USA

Great gray owl sitting in dry grass, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Close-up portrait of a great gray owl (Strix nebulosa) sitting in dry grass hunting for rodents. Great Gray owls are often active in the daytime

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Grand-Croix at the top of Pointe des Chateaux on Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Grand-Croix at the top of Pointe des Chateaux on Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Grand-Croix at the top of the rocky peninsula of Pointe des Chateaux with a dramatic cloudy sky, Grande-Terre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Caribou fur and melting snow detail, Kobuk River, Northwestern Alaska, Alaska, USA

Caribou fur and melting snow detail, Kobuk River, Northwestern Alaska, Alaska, USA
Tuft of caribou fur on top of the frosted melting snow detail, Kobuk River; Northwestern Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Dunanda Falls at night with a lunar rainbow, Boundary Creek Trail, YNP, Wyoming, USA

Dunanda Falls at night with a lunar rainbow, Boundary Creek Trail, YNP, Wyoming, USA
Stunning, Dunanda Falls at night with a lunar rainbow along the Boundary Creek Trail in Yellowstone National Park; Wyoming, United States of America

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Lighthouse in the Fjords of Norway

Lighthouse in the Fjords of Norway
Hellisoy Lighthouse, a remote lighthouse on an island in the Western Fjords of Norway with sun rays reflecting through a stormy sky; Hordaland, Norway

Background imageSymbolises Collection: WW1 - Cartoon - As the eagle flies

WW1 - Cartoon - As the eagle flies
WW1 - A cartoon personifying the German enemy as vultures. It waits on post to either prey on the crow or eagle. Date: 1914

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Allegory of Fortune

Allegory of Fortune. Lippi, Lorenzo 1606-1665. The depiction of a human figure personifying an abstract concept such as youth or beauty is called an allegory

Background imageSymbolises Collection: WW1 - Cartoon - Britain joins her allies

WW1 - Cartoon - Britain joins her allies
WW1 - Two soldiers meeting during battle and are shown shaking hands. The illustration and gesture symbolises Great Britain joining her allies on the field. Date: 1914

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Evolution

Evolution. Chinese women reject traditional shoes and tell Mr John Bull Chinaman, They are no use, we re quite grown out of that sort of shoe! Please take fresh measures

Background imageSymbolises Collection: The Hermetic Vessel, c1760. Hermetic vessel in the alchemical furnace. The serpent

The Hermetic Vessel, c1760. Hermetic vessel in the alchemical furnace. The serpent within the vase symbolises the earthy substances of which the Philosophers Stone is made

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Illustration from Robin Goodfellow: His Mad

Illustration from Robin Goodfellow: His Mad
" Illustration from " Robin Goodfellow: His Mad Pranks and Merry Jests", 1628. English school. Robin Goodfellow symbolises Puck, an important character in the Anglosaxon tradition

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Locks on a gate to symbolise love

Locks on a gate to symbolise love
Arkhangelsk (Archangel), Russia - Locks fastened to a gate to symbolise eternal love. 2010

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Female Initiation - 1

Female Initiation - 1
A female candidate is initiated as an Apprentice, crossing a see-saw which symbolises the danger of the faux-pas. Date: 1891

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Tiger Skin Rug

Tiger Skin Rug
The use of tiger skins as rugs is not only comfortable to the feet, but it symbolises man;s superiority to the animal

Background imageSymbolises Collection: Eagle as us Symbol

Eagle as us Symbol
The eagle symbolises the way Americans choose to think of themselves - rapacious, aggressive, isolationist, predatory. You wouldn t want one as a pet !


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"Symbolises: Unveiling the Tapestry of Meanings" In a world scarred by the ravages of WW1, a powerful cartoon emerges, depicting an eagle soaring high above the battlefields. It symbolizes hope and resilience amidst chaos. Meanwhile, Liberty stands tall in c. 1848, her black chalk and pastel rendering capturing the essence of freedom that has inspired generations. At the FRANCO-BRIT EXHIBITION, diverse cultures intertwine as symbols merge. Religion meets Egypt's ancient deity Sobek, forging connections beyond borders. Another poignant WW1 cartoon surfaces; Britain joins her allies in a united front against adversity. The image embodies solidarity and collective strength. Evolution takes center stage as delicate arches form in Utah's Arches National Park - nature's masterpiece unfolding over millennia. A great gray owl perched gracefully on dry grass reminds us of nature's majesty within Yellowstone National Park. Its presence symbolizes wisdom and harmony with our environment. The Grand-Croix atop Pointe des Chateaux beckons adventurers to Guadeloupe, where French West Indies' rich history converges with Caribbean allure. Caribou fur juxtaposed against melting snow reveals Alaska's fragile beauty - a reminder to cherish Earth's wonders before they vanish forever. Dunanda Falls cascades under moonlight while painting a lunar rainbow across Wyoming’s Boundary Creek Trail – an ethereal spectacle embodying serenity and enchantment. Finally, a lighthouse illuminates Norway’s majestic fjords – guiding ships through treacherous waters while serving as a beacon of hope for weary travelers navigating life’s challenges. In this tapestry woven from diverse symbols spanning time and space, we find meaning beyond words – reminders of our shared humanity and interconnectedness with both nature and each other.