Illustrated dictionary of symbols in eastern and western art /
General Material Designation
[Book]
First Statement of Responsibility
James Hall ; illustrated by Chris Puleston
EDITION STATEMENT
Edition Statement
First U.S. edition
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
xii, 244 pages :
Other Physical Details
illustrations ;
Dimensions
24 cm
GENERAL NOTES
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"Originally published in Great Britain in 1994 by John Murray"--Title page verso
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
Text of Note
Includes bibliographical references (pages 222-224) and index
CONTENTS NOTE
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Abstract signs -- Animals -- Artefacts -- Earth and sky -- Human body and dress -- Plants
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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Entries pertain to persons, titles and pictures, and objects as attributes and symbols. Recurrent mythological, historical and religious themes are explored and allegorical, poetic, and saintly characters are also covered. Cross-references and appropriate line drawings enhance the book's value
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Illustrated dictionary of symbols in eastern and western art.
Title
Illustrated dictionary of symbols in eastern and western art.