Pictogram Collection

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7382
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. These are horse and cow figures in the central gallery. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7378
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. These are deer and auroch figures in the Great Hall of the Bulls. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Warning sign, rail traffic

Pictographs and linear script symbols. The British archaeologist Arthur Evans (1851-1941) found thousands of clay tablets dating from the second millennium BC at Knossos, Crete

Winter count on buffalo robe (colour litho)
980466 Winter count on buffalo robe (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter count on buffalo robe)

Native American Indian Picture Writing (Medicine Mans Chant) of the Chippewa or Ojibbewa Indians. Date: circa 1890s

Bridge on a Reed Pond, from an album of Landscapes and Calligraphy for Liu... 1895/96. Creator: Xugu
Bridge on a Reed Pond, from an album of Landscapes and Calligraphy for Liu Songfu, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1895/96

Landscape in the Style of Ancient Masters: frontispiece title by Lu Hui (1851-1920)... China, 1642. Creator: Lu Hui
Landscape in the Style of Ancient Masters: frontispiece title by Lu Hui (1851-1920), China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 1642

Official national flag of the Holy See, Vatican City
The flag of Vatican City was adopted on June 7, 1929, the year Pope Pius XI signed the Lateran Treaty with Italy, creating a new independent state governed by the Holy See

Official national flag of Brunei Darussalam
brunei darussalam, graphic, nationality, official, pictogram, sultana, Flags of the World, 989174180

Official national flag of Palau
graphic, nationality, official, pictogram, symbolic, the south seas, Flags of the World, 989175906

Official national flag of Monaco
graphic, nationality, official, pictogram, symbolic, Flags of the World, 989179478

Costa Rica, Guayabo National Park And Monument, Pre-Columbian Archeological Site, Petroglyph, Amphibian, Rock Engraving

A picture puzzle magic lantern slide, Victorian period

Isotype. Double page from "Only An Ocean Between", 1943
Isotype. Double page from " Only An Ocean Between", 1943. Private Collection

Cover of "Modern Man in the Making", 1939. Creator: Neurath, Otto (1882-1945)
Cover of " Modern Man in the Making", 1939. Private Collection

The Calligrapher, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Hokusai
The Calligrapher, late 18th-early 19th century

Oglala Chiefs (colour litho)
980718 Oglala Chiefs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oglala Chiefs)

Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho)
980711 Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battiste Goods Cycles)

Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing (colour litho)
980709 Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing)

The Palenquean Group of the Cross (engraving)
980536 The Palenquean Group of the Cross (engraving) by Catherwood, Frederick (1799-1854) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Palenquean Group of the Cross)

Ojibwa Grave-Posts (engraving)
980475 Ojibwa Grave-Posts (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ojibwa Grave-Posts)

An Ogalala Roster - Wall-Dog and Band (colour litho)
980471 An Ogalala Roster - Wall-Dog and Band (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Ogalala Roster - Wall-Dog and Band)

An Ogalala Roster - Has-A-War-Club and Band (colour litho)
980470 An Ogalala Roster - Has-A-War-Club and Band (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Ogalala Roster - Has-A-War-Club and Band)

An Ogalala Roster - Big-Road and Band (colour litho)
980467 An Ogalala Roster - Big-Road and Band (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Ogalala Roster - Big-Road and Band)

Four seals depicting a bull, a rhinoceros, an elephant and a tiger with pictographic
EAM162906 Four seals depicting a bull, a rhinoceros, an elephant and a tiger with pictographic symbols, from the Indus Valley, Pakistan, 3000-1500 BC (stone) by Harappan; National Museum of Karachi

Four seals depicting mythological animals, from Mohenjo-Daro, Indus Valley, Pakistan
EAM162902 Four seals depicting mythological animals, from Mohenjo-Daro, Indus Valley, Pakistan, 3000-1500 BC (stone) by Harappan; National Museum of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan; Pakistani

A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w / c on paper
BBC199384 A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w/c on paper) (see 199385 for end of letter) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Symbolic Petition of Chippewa Chiefs presented at Washington
TRV173937 Symbolic Petition of Chippewa Chiefs presented at Washington, 28th January 1849 headed by Oshcabawis of Monomonecan, Wisconsin, from Information Respecting the History

Facsimile copy of codex Borbonicus, detail depicting the elaboration of the Oxomoco
JPC217597 Facsimile copy of codex Borbonicus, detail depicting the elaboration of the Oxomoco and Cipactonal calendar (vellum) by Aztec; Private Collection; (add.info)

Aztec Codex Borbonicus, Tonalamatl, detail depicting Quetzalcoatl
XIR162662 Aztec Codex Borbonicus, Tonalamatl, detail depicting Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca (vellum) by Pre-Columbian; 39x40 cm; Bibliotheque de l Assemblee Nationale, Paris

Disc of Phaestos, 1700-1600 BC (fired clay)
JB331155 Disc of Phaestos, 1700-1600 BC (fired clay) by Minoan; d:10.8 cm; Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete, Greece; eJohn Bethell; out of copyright

Wabeno Songs, from Information Respecting the History
TRV173941 Wabeno Songs, from Information Respecting the History, Condition and Prospects of the Indian Tribes of the United States by Henry R

Panel of glyphs, from Temple XVIII, Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico
JPC238276 Panel of glyphs, from Temple XVIII, Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico, Late Classical Period (stucco) by Mayan; Museo de Palenque, Chiapas State, Mexico; out of copyright

Wax, glue, gum and dye with comic verse on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a basket, open to reveal a cryptic message inside in the form of a pictogram. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho)
980710 Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battiste Goods Cycles)

Biankis Vision (colour litho)
980559 Biankis Vision (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Biankis Vision)

Speech between Native American Indians (engraving)
980550 Speech between Native American Indians (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Speech between Native American Indians)

Tablet at Palenque (engraving)
980542 Tablet at Palenque (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tablet at Palenque)

An Ogalala Roster - Low-Dog and Band (colour litho)
980468 An Ogalala Roster - Low-Dog and Band (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Ogalala Roster - Low-Dog and Band)

A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w / c on paper
BBC199385 A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w/c on paper) (see 199384 for beginning of letter) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Seal depicting a mythological animal, from Mohenjo-Daro, Indus Valley, Pakistan
EAM225217 Seal depicting a mythological animal, from Mohenjo-Daro, Indus Valley, Pakistan, 3000-1500 BC (stone) (detail of 162902) by Harappan; National Museum of Karachi, Karachi

The Phaistos Disc, with symbols of unknown significance, from Crete, c
XIR106117 The Phaistos Disc, with symbols of unknown significance, from Crete, c.1650 BC (clay) (for other side see 106116) by Minoan; diameter: 16 cm; Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete

Mexican symbols (colour litho)
980726 Mexican symbols (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mexican symbols)

Oglala sub-chiefs (colour litho)
980719 Oglala sub-chiefs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oglala sub-chiefs)

Ghost dance painting on buckskin (colour litho)
980561 Ghost dance painting on buckskin (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ghost dance painting on buckskin)

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"Pictogram: Unveiling the Universal Language of Symbols" From ancient cave paintings to modern-day flags, pictograms have been a powerful tool for communication throughout history. Take a journey through time as we explore the diverse and fascinating world of pictograms. Step into the Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7378, where our ancestors left behind intricate drawings that tell stories of their lives. These primitive yet captivating images offer us a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage. In today's fast-paced world, warning signs play a crucial role in keeping us safe. The rail traffic sign serves as a reminder to be cautious and aware of our surroundings, emphasizing the importance of clear visual communication. Traveling further across continents, we encounter the winter count on buffalo robe (colour litho), an extraordinary Native American Indian picture writing system. Each symbol represents significant events or years, preserving their history for generations to come. Flags proudly wave high above nations, representing their identity and values. From the official national flag of the Holy See in Vatican City to Brunei Darussalam, Palau, and Monaco – these vibrant symbols embody unity and patriotism. But pictograms aren't limited to historical artifacts or national emblems; they can also bring joy and laughter. A comic pictogram verse on a greetings card or a Christmas and New Year card adds humor while conveying heartfelt messages with just one cleverly crafted image. As technology advanced during Victorian times, magic lantern slides became popular entertainment tools. Among them were picture puzzle slides that challenged viewers' minds while providing amusement—a testament to how pictures can engage both young and old alike. Pictograms transcend language barriers by speaking directly to our visual senses—an international language understood by all cultures. They remind us that sometimes words are not necessary when symbols can convey meaning effortlessly.