Signs and Symbols in Art article

[Heather]

I found this wonderful link that has the meanings of different signs and symbols in art. It seems to be a great reference to anyone wanting to understand more of the meaning of a particular piece or era.

http://www.historyofpainters.com/symb...

[Bette]

Thanks - that's interesting.

[Ann]

I love both art history and etymology - I have bookmarked this link and when I have the time (yeah, right) I will be returning to it. You can never have enough knowledge of "finer things".

[Heather]

It is worth the read, Ann. I'm glad you bookmarked it and hope you find time to look it over and you may even learn some things you didn't know before!

I took an etymology class in high school and found it fascinating! And while studying in Europe for a humanities class in college, we had to memorize the symbols included in Renaissance paintings plus the signs and symbols of the patron saints. It was a bit difficult! But I loved the class, great experience!

[Ker Metanoia]

I am taking time to look into this as well. These are all new information to me. Thank you so much for the link!

[Heather]

Ker Metanoia wrote: "I am taking time to look into this as well. These are all new information to me. Thank you so much for the link!"

No problem!