The Hidden Language of Symbols
$66.54
- Hardcover
272 pages
- Release Date
30 November 2022
Summary
A stimulating narrative and reference resource that guides the reader through the most significant symbols from worldwide art history.
Why do we reach for the red rose on Valentine’s day? Where did the owl gain its reputation for wisdom? Why should you never trust a fox? In this visual tour through art history, Matthew Wilson pieces together a global visual language enshrined in art: the language of symbols.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780500025291 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0500025290 |
| Author: | Matthew Wilson |
| Publisher: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Imprint: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Release Date: | 30 November 2022 |
| Weight: | 1.24kg |
| Dimensions: | 32mm x 196mm x 254mm |
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Critics Review
”“Lavishly assembled… The signs are everywhere with this book as a guide.””
‘With an immensely stimulating amount of insight and verve, Matthew Wilson makes us appreciate just how rich in symbolic meanings the history of art turns out to be’ - Richard Cork
‘Lavishly assembled… The signs are everywhere with this book as a guide’ - Vogue
‘Remarkably entertaining… Wilson takes a compelling, unique approach to the subject… Excellent color reproductions of works of art…are accompanied by frequent literary quotes… Highly recommended’ - Choice
Matthew Wilson
Matthew Wilson is an art historian, educator and writer. He has written for numerous publications and media on art and culture, and is an examination specialist in History of Art. His latest book, Symbols in Art in the Art Essentials series (Thames & Hudson, 2020) was described as ‘masterly’ by Christopher Lloyd.
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