Pictogram Collection (page 5)

Traffic sign calling attention fo crossing cross-country skiers, Oslo, Norway, Europe

Pine forest -Pinus sylvestris-, nature reserve, former inner German border, green belt, near Gedenkstatte Point Alpha Memorial, Geysa, Rhon hills, Thuringia, Germany

Bicycle path, pictogram, Reykjavik, Iceland

POSTCARD, 1875. A pictogram message written on a postcard from Francis W. Holbrook, an employee of the Merchants Credit Bureau in New York City, 1875

N. A. Mexico, Baja, Guadelupe Mountains. Pictographs
N.A. Mexico, Baja, Guadelupe Mountains. Pictographs

Picture No. 10736682
Newspaper Rock petroglyphs Date:

Picture No. 10736683
Newspaper Rock petroglyphs Date:

Hanging blessings of Naxi pictograms on wood in the Old Town, Lijiang, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yunnan Province, China, Asia

Cuneiform clay tablets
3 Cuneiform clay tablets with economic text circa 2000 BCE

Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, 1666 C016 / 8928
Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. 17th-century artwork showing a range of hieroglyphics inscribed on monuments from Ancient Egypt that had been erected in Rome

pictographic clay tablets
3 pictographic clay tablets with administrative text Uruk Period circa 3000 BCE (private collection)

Clay brick with Cuneiform inscription
Fragmentary clay brick with Cuneiform inscription. 2nd Millennium BCE

Clay nails C016 / 4535
Clay nails inscribed with cuneiform script. Clay nails were inscribed with dedicatory text and and embedded into the wall of a building

Egyptian obelisks, 16th century
Egyptian obelisks. 16th-century artwork of ruins and obelisks in Alexandria, Egypt. Obelisks were erected at the entrance to temples by the Ancient Egyptians. Some date back thousands of years

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7416
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7415
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7414
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7413
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7412
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7411
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7410
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Niaux cave paintings C013 / 7409
Niaux cave paintings. Oil lamp being held up to illuminate cave paintings that are about 13, 000 years old. The original painters are also thought to have used oil-based lamps

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7386
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 / 7384
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is the Chinese Horse figure from the central gallery. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7385
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is the Tilted Horse figure from the central gallery. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7383
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 / 7381
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is the Red Cow figure from the central gallery. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7377
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

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7379
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is an auroch figure in the Great Hall of the Bulls. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Lascaux II cave painting replica

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7376
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is the unicorn figure in the Great Hall of the Bulls. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting C013 / 7374
Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963. As well as the full Lascaux II replica

Lascaux cave paintings replica workshop C013 / 7371
Lascaux cave paintings replica workshop. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting C013 / 7373
Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963. As well as the full Lascaux II replica

Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica C013 / 7362
Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Abstract pre-Columbian rock painting C013 / 5026
Abstract pre-Columbian rock painting. The pre-Columbian era refers to all civilisations in the Americas prior to the conquests or declines that followed contact being made between the New World

German lottery game
A German lottery game, Neues Bilder Lotterie Spiel. With eighty miniature pictograms depicting various technologies, including a balloon. circa early 19th century

Imperial Airways Poster, Reliability, Comfort. Showing details of the equipment of the most luxurious air liners in the world (Heracles Class), with pictograms of features on a yellow background. 1934

Native American love song pictogram. Pictograms are an early form of writing. Here each pictogram corresponds to a verse of the song

Semang charm against stings, artwork
Semang charm against stings. Artwork of a magic charm against stings, incised on a bamboo stave by magicians of the Semang people of the Malay Peninsula

Native American census roll, artwork
Native American census roll. Artwork of a census roll of an Indian band at Mille Lac, Minnesota, USA. This census was compiled in 1849 by Nago-nabe, a Chipeway Indian

Native American bark letter, artwork
Native American birch bark letter, artwork. This letter was found above St Anthonys Falls, on the Mississippi River, Minnesota, USA, in 1820

Native American pictogram of a medicine mans song. Pictograms were used to record rites and pass on traditions. From left to right this pictogram shows Minabozho (the servant of the good spirit)

Evolution of cuneiform writing
Evolution of Cuneiform writing from 3000BC to 1000BC. Cuneiform is the earliest known writing system. It began as a pictograph system used by the Summerians and consisted of wedge-shaped characters

Egyptian scarabs and Cretan seal-stones. Coloured image of an illustration by the British archaeologist Arthur Evans (1851-1941)

Linear script symbols arranged in groups of two or more. Whilst excavating Knossos, the British archaeologist Arthur Evans (1851-1941) found three forms of writing which he defined as Minoan

Cretan symbols, 5th to 6th centuries BC
Cretan symbols. Coloured illustration from a diagram by the British archaeologist Arthur Evans (1851-1941). This diagram was based on artefacts dating from the 6th to 5th centuries BC

Pictogram receiving apparatus
Three male operators in New York, at the receiving apparatus of a pictogram wire service, the first of its kind, to transmit images over telephone wires on May 19th, 1924, from Cleveland, Ohio

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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.