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A christmas wreath on a barn in Grafton, Vermont

Germany, Brvaria, Passau. Open-air farmers market

Oceania, French Polynesia, Tahiti. native woman playing music. MR

Luxembourg, Luxembourg City, war memorial

Asia, China, Yunnan Province. Young Dulong (Drung) minority woman in traditional ethnic costume. (MR)

The five commissioners nominated to negotiate peace with the colonies kneeling at the feet of America
THE COMMISSIONERS, 1778. The five commissioners nominated to negotiate peace with the colonies kneeling at the feet of America, who sits on a pile of barrels and bales. British cartoon by M

A Grecian youth crowned at the games. Line engraving after a fictile vase painting
GREECE: YOUNG ATHLETE. A Grecian youth crowned at the games. Line engraving after a fictile vase painting

Line engraving after an antique vase figure
GREEK CHARIOT RACE VICTOR. Line engraving after an antique vase figure

American president Theodore Roosevelt and his wife, Edith. Stereograph, c1902
THEODORE & EDITH ROOSEVELT. American president Theodore Roosevelt and his wife, Edith. Stereograph, c1902

George Washingtons triumphal entry into New York City on 25 November 1783 after the evacuation of the city by
NEW YORK: WASHINGTON, 1783. George Washingtons triumphal entry into New York City on 25 November 1783 after the evacuation of the city by the British: lithograph, 19th century

Grand National Republican Banner. Rutherford B. Hayes and William A. Wheeler as the 1876 Republican candidates for
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1876. Grand National Republican Banner. Rutherford B. Hayes and William A. Wheeler as the 1876 Republican candidates for President

Horace Greeley and Benjamin Gratz Brown as the Liberal Republican candidates for President
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1872. Horace Greeley and Benjamin Gratz Brown as the Liberal Republican candidates for President and Vice president on an 1872 lithograph campaign poster

20th President of the United States. Stereograph portrait, 1881
JAMES A. GARFIELD (1831-1881). 20th President of the United States. Stereograph portrait, 1881

Roosevelt Cartoon, C1901
ROOSEVELT CARTOON, c1901. A Spanish view of President Theodore Roosevelt as the rising sun of Yankee imperialism from Hojas Selectas, Barcelona, Spain, c1901

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1876. Grand National Republican Banner. Rutherford B. Hayes and William A. Wheeler as the 1876 Republican candidates for President

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1864. Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson as the National Union (Republican) Party candidates for President and Vice President on an 1864 campaign poster

PETRARCH (1304-1374). Italian poet. Line engraving, English, 1822, after a painting by Stefano Tofanelli

LYRE OF ORPHEUS. The lyre of Orpheus placed among the stars. Drawing by Eduard von Engerth (1818-1897)

MEMORIAL DAY, 1868. Orphan children laying wreaths and strewing flowers on the graves of Civil War dead at Arlington Cemetery, Virginia

LUIZ VAZ de CAMOES (1524-1580). Portuguese poet. Line engraving

OVID (43 B. C. -?17 A. D. ). Roman poet. Line engraving, English, 1794
OVID (43 B.C.-?17 A.D.). Roman poet. Line engraving, English, 1794

VIRGIL (70-19 B. C. ). Roman poet. Woodcut from an edition of Virgils Aeneid published at Venice, Italy, in 1532
VIRGIL (70-19 B.C.). Roman poet. Woodcut from an edition of Virgils Aeneid published at Venice, Italy, in 1532

DANTE ALIGHIERI (1265-1321). Italian poet. Steel engraving, English, 19th century

MINNESINGER LIEDER. The minnesinger Rudolf von Rotenberg. Illumination from the great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript, early 14th century

KNIGHT, 14th CENTURY. The minnesinger Herzog Heinrich von Breslau receiving the victors wreath at the end of a tournament. Illumination from the early 14th century great Heidelberg Lieder manuscript

PIERRE DE RONSARD (1524-1585). French poet. Woodcut frontispiece to the 1552 edition of Ronsards Amours

WOMENs FASHION, c1785. A young dancer dressed in a Pierrot jacket and striped skirt, wearing a straw hat decorated with feathers, ribbons, and flowers

ALLEGORICAL ENGRAVING, 1792. French engraving, 1792, depicting an allegorical encounter in the Elysian Fields. French revolutionary Comte de Mirabeau hands Jean Jacques Rousseau a copy of his Essay

ADVERTISING ART: WREATH. Line engraving, 19th century

CONSTELLATION: SAGITTARIUS. Figuration of the constellations Sagittarius, Corona Australis, Microscopium, and Telescopium. Line engraving by Sidney Hall from Uranias Mirror, London, 1825

WOMENs RIGHTS, 1792. Allegorical depiction of a woman presenting the seated figure of Liberty with a copy of Mary Wollstonecrafts A Vindication of the Rights of Woman

OLYMPIA: ZEUS. The giant statue of Zeus at Olympia, where the Olympic games were held, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Engraving from Works by Crispjin van der Passe, early 17th century

THORNTON: TEMPLE OF FLORA. Title page for The Temple of Flora, by British botanist Robert John Thornton, c1800

CONCH SHELL TRUMPET, 1723. Copper engraving, 1723, by Arnold van Westerhout

PYLADES AND ORESTES. Pylades and Orestes brought before Iphigenia. Steel engraving, English, c1835, after the painting, 1766, by Benjamin West

ALLEGORY: APRIL, 1837. Wood engraving, American, 1837

DAMOCLES (4th CENTURY B. C. ). Greek courtier. Damocles observes the sword suspended above his head while attending a
DAMOCLES (4th CENTURY B.C.). Greek courtier. Damocles observes the sword suspended above his head while attending a banquet at the court of King Dionysius I of Syracuse

DUCHESSE de TRÉMOILLE (1691-1717). N

RICHTER: CHILDREN. A Song of Welcome. Line engraving, German, 1875, after a drawing by Ludwig Richter (1803-1884)

CHILDREN: LOVE. The First Love. Wood engraving, American, 1876, after David Hunter Strother (known as Porte Crayon)

CHERUBIM, 1695. Decorative woodcut, 1695

ROME: GEMMA AUGUSTEA. Engraving after the Gemma Augustea cameo depicting the glorification of Augustus, 1st century A.D

THE MUSE OF PAINTING. Line engraving, French, early 19th century, after a painting by Giovanni da San Giovanni (1592-1636)

ANCIENT ROMAN COINS. Line engravings, American, mid-19th century

THOMAS NAST: CHRISTMAS. Children tracing Santa Claus route from the North Pole. Wood engraving, 19th century, after a drawing by Thomas Nast

SIR JOSHUA REYNOLDS (1723-1792). English portrait painter. Aquatint, Italian, early 19th century

DECORATIVE ORNAMENT, 1740. Line engraving on copper, English, c1740

DOUBLE AULOS. Man playing a double aulos, an ancient reed instrument. Copper engraving, 1723, by Arnold van Westerhout

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"From Remembrance to Celebration: The Timeless Symbolism of the Wreath" Since its first appearance on Remembrance Day in 1919, the wreath has become an enduring emblem of honor and remembrance. Standing proudly at The Cenotaph in Whitehall, London, it pays tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. But beyond solemn occasions, wreaths also hold a place in moments of triumph and joy. Just like Eric Liddell celebrating his Olympic win at Edinburgh University with a laurel wreath adorning his head, they symbolize victory and achievement. In art and literature, wreaths have been depicted as both ornamental and symbolic. Take "There was an Old Man of Blackheath, " whose head was adorned with a litho wreath - a whimsical representation that adds charm to this classic verse. Even transportation exhibitions recognize the beauty of wreaths. Cover designs such as "Exposition de Locomotion Aerienne" showcase intricate floral arrangements encircling flying machines – merging innovation with nature's elegance. Throughout history, notable figures have embraced the power of wreaths. From Marcus Porcius Cato to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family, these leaders understood that wearing or presenting a crown-like adornment conveyed authority and prestige. Religious imagery often incorporates wreaths too; think about the picture of the Virgin Mary surrounded by roses in Paris. This fusion between spirituality and nature exemplifies peace and purity across Europe. Not limited to land-based tributes alone, even memorials near Folkestone stand adorned with elegant floral circles honoring fallen heroes from the Battle of Britain – reminding us all never to forget their bravery. The influence extends beyond borders as well; Titus Lucretius Carus recognized how ancient civilizations used garlands woven into circular shapes during celebrations – emphasizing unity among diverse cultures throughout time. And let's not forget tarot cards.