Symbolism Collection (page 7)

Cartoon, The Harvest of War, WW1
Cartoon, The Harvest of War, showing a German general with his head bowed on a battlefield, while the ghosts of dead soldiers march past with agricultural implements

Hungarian poster, Farewell to Austro-Hungarian Monarchy
Hungarian poster, Farewell to the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy, written by Karl Kraus, translated by Szini Gyula. Showing a man in revolutionary red clothes

John Smith, British Labour MP and Party leader
John Smith (1938-1994), British Labour MP and Party leader, seen here giving a speech with a bar chart beside him, showing inflation statistics. Date: circa 1990s

Stone statue, Die Wahrheit, Berlin, Germany
A stone statue entitled Die Wahrheit (Truth), one of two originals dating from 1748, in a museum in Berlin, Germany. The figure holds open a book and points to a page. Date: 2006

Death as the poor man's friend, 1850
3478618 Death as the poor man's friend, 1850 by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting death as the poor man's friend)

Melampus and the Centaur, 1919 (oil on canvas)
1199786 Melampus and the Centaur, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Philpot, Glyn Warren (1884-1937); 121.9x204.3 cm; Glasgow Museums, UK; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Masonic Apron Engraving From 1870 (Freemason)
Engraving from 1870 of a Masonic Apron worn by the Freemasons. The Masonic apron is perhaps the greatest symbol of Masonic tradition and history

Francois Marie Arouet de Voltaire, c. 1800 (tempera on canvas)
1772306 Francois Marie Arouet de Voltaire, c.1800 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 51x79 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Geoffrey Chaucer, c. 1800 (tempera on canvas)
1772296 Geoffrey Chaucer, c.1800 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 53x74 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Geoffrey Chaucer (c)

Edmund Spenser, c. 1800-03 (tempera on canvas)
1772304 Edmund Spenser, c.1800-03 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 42x84 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Calypso's Isle, 1897 (oil on canvas)
3085164 Calypso's Isle, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Draper, Herbert James (1864-1920); 84x147 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

The Language of Flowers, 1885 (oil on canvas)
5043054 The Language of Flowers, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Leslie, George Dunlop (1835-1921); 112.3x145 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

The Bright Cloud, 1833-34 (oil on panel)
3055576 The Bright Cloud, 1833-34 (oil on panel) by Palmer, Samuel (1805-81); 23x32 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

The Good Shepherd (oil on canvas)
3036908 The Good Shepherd (oil on canvas) by Shields, Frederic James (1833-1911); 164x106 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

John Dryden, c. 1800 (tempera on canvas)
1772300 John Dryden, c.1800 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 40x81 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: John Dryden (1631 - 12 May 1700) was an English poet, literary critic

Alonso de Ercilla y Zuniga, c. 1800 (tempera on canvas)
1772307 Alonso de Ercilla y Zuniga, c.1800 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 42x52 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Alonso de Ercilla y Zuniga (August 7)

Louis Vaz de Camoens, c. 1800 (tempera on canvas)
1772295 Louis Vaz de Camoens, c.1800 (tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 42x57 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Luis Vaz de Camoes (c)

The Sacred Grove, Beloved of the Arts and the Muses, 1884-89 (oil on canvas)
2967963 The Sacred Grove, Beloved of the Arts and the Muses, 1884-89 (oil on canvas) by Puvis de Chavannes, Pierre (1824-98); 93x231 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Potter Palmer Collection

WWI cartoon The New Star, published in The Anzac Book, 1916 (colour litho)
701051 WWI cartoon The New Star, published in The Anzac Book, 1916 (colour litho) by Colles, Ted (1887-1952); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Last Supper, c. 1485-1500 (oil on panel)
5916323 Last Supper, c. 1485-1500 (oil on panel) by Master of the Amsterdam Death of the Virgin (fl.1500); 51.7x63.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304613 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304580 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304583 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)
5304539 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); (add.info)

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304596 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304594 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304602 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304615 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Incense, 1898 (charcoal & pastel on paper)
LAF470961 Incense, 1898 (charcoal & pastel on paper) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 89x29.5 cm; Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Ghent, Belgium; (add.info.: Marguerite)

The Lost Felice, c. 1939 (oil on canvas)
3588519 The Lost Felice, c.1939 (oil on canvas) by Hartley, Marsden (1877-1943); 101.9x76.7 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA

Man sleeping at the edge of a wood with a woman knealing at his side with one han... ca. 1500-1534
Man sleeping at the edge of a wood with a woman knealing at his side with one hand on a pot and the other on the shoulder of an old man who gestures with left hand towards the sky, ca. 1500-1534

Naked man wearing an elaborate helmet viewed from behind holding a banner, a lion... ca. 1500-1534
Naked man wearing an elaborate helmet viewed from behind holding a banner, a lion seated on the ground, ca. 1500-1534

A young man sitting at right resting his head in his hand, a snake with a womans he... ca. 1510-20
A young man sitting at right resting his head in his hand, a snake with a womans head before him, a young woman holding a pan pipes standing in the centre and a young man leaving at left, ca. 1510-20

Two women of the zodiac standing beneath the signs of Libra and Scorpio, ca. 1517-20 Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
Two women of the zodiac standing beneath the signs of Libra and Scorpio, ca. 1517-20

A naked young man walking left, carrying a lantern and looking backwards over his s... ca. 1510-27
A naked young man walking left, carrying a lantern and looking backwards over his shoulder at a ram, ca. 1510-27

A naked man holding Fortune by the hair and whipping her, ca. 1510-27. Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
A naked man holding Fortune by the hair and whipping her, ca. 1510-27

A man with two trumpets in the centre flanked by other figures including an old and... ca. 1510-27
A man with two trumpets in the centre flanked by other figures including an old and a young man at right, ca. 1510-27

A woman kneeling at centre reaching up with her right hand to place a ring on the f... ca. 1510-27
A woman kneeling at centre reaching up with her right hand to place a ring on the finger of a naked man holding a curved stick that is also held by another man at left, ca. 1510-27

The seated naked man at left being beaten with a foxs tail, ca. 1510-27. Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
The seated naked man at left being beaten with a foxs tail, ca. 1510-27

An allegorical scene; a young woman at centre holding a wreath above her head, at l... ca. 1515-27
An allegorical scene; a young woman at centre holding a wreath above her head, at left is a old man leaning on a stick, a younger man at right who holds a small dragon, ca. 1515-27

The Lords Prayer and the Four Ages of the World (Schr. 1862), 15th century. 15th century. Creator: Anon
The Lords Prayer and the Four Ages of the World (Schr. 1862), 15th century

The Sacred Monogram with the Symbols of the Evangelists and the Crucifixion (Schr... 15th century. Creator: Anon)
The Sacred Monogram with the Symbols of the Evangelists and the Crucifixion (Schr. 1812), 15th century

The Sacred Monogram and the Wounds of Christ, 15th century. 15th century. Creator: Anon
The Sacred Monogram and the Wounds of Christ, 15th century

Christ Among His Tormentors, 1894-98 (pastel over lithograph in black ink on paper)
5861798 Christ Among His Tormentors, 1894-98 (pastel over lithograph in black ink on paper) by Groux, Henri de (1867-1930); 58.1--74.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Initiation ceremony in a womens lodge (engraving)
3100775 Initiation ceremony in a womens lodge (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Initiation ceremony in a womens lodge)

Napoleon at the sacking of the Palais des Tuileries, Paris, French Revolution, 1792 (litho)
6014200 Napoleon at the sacking of the Palais des Tuileries, Paris, French Revolution, 1792 (litho) by Realier-Dumas, Maurice (1860-1928); Private Collection; (add.info)

Venus and Adonis, 1630-60 (oil on canvas)
7286012 Venus and Adonis, 1630-60 (oil on canvas) by Loo, Jacob or Jacques van (c.1614-1670); 80x69 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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Symbolism is a language that transcends words, speaking directly to our souls. It weaves tales of hidden meanings and profound emotions, inviting us to explore the depths of our existence. In "The Guardian Angel, 1897, " an ethereal figure stands watch over humanity, reminding us of the unseen forces guiding and protecting us through life's trials. HMS Victory proudly flies its flags, each color representing bravery and sacrifice. Nelson's quote echoes in our hearts: "England expects that every man will do his duty. " A symbol of unity and unwavering determination. The flag of the Scottish Covenanters waves defiantly against oppression, embodying their fight for religious freedom. It reminds us that symbols can ignite revolutions and inspire change. "The Boxer" captures Boris Snezhkovsky's strength amidst adversity. His clenched fists symbolize resilience in the face of struggle—a reminder that even in darkness, there is always light. Charles Darwin's portrait reflects his groundbreaking theories on evolution. A symbol of scientific progress challenging traditional beliefs—showing how ideas have the power to reshape society. Arnold Bocklin's self-portrait with Death playing the fiddle transports us into a realm where mortality dances alongside life. Symbolizing our eternal dance with death—an ever-present reminder to cherish every moment. Franz and Mary Stuck's "Shooting Stars" illuminates dreams reaching for the heavens—a symbol urging us to pursue our aspirations fearlessly despite obstacles blocking our path. A WWI poster boldly declares "The Empire Needs Men, " calling upon citizens' patriotism during times of war—a powerful symbol uniting nations behind a common cause while highlighting sacrifices made by individuals. A trades union membership certificate represents solidarity among workers fighting for fair rights—an emblematic reminder that collective action can bring about transformative change for marginalized communities. "Leda and the Swan" portrays Zeus disguised as a swan seducing Leda—an allegory exploring themes of power, desire, and consequences.