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Symbols are powerful representations of ideas, beliefs, and values that transcend language barriers and cultural boundaries

Background imageSymbol Collection: Coat of Arms of Hungary, 1898

Coat of Arms of Hungary, 1898

Background imageSymbol Collection: Signs of Christ, 1924. Artist: Nicholas Roerich

Signs of Christ, 1924. Artist: Nicholas Roerich
Signs of Christ, 1924. From a private collection

Background imageSymbol Collection: Mesopotamia. Clay Tablet. Pictographs drawn. Iraq. Late Preh

Mesopotamia. Clay Tablet. Pictographs drawn. Iraq. Late Preh
Mesopotamia. Clay Tablet. Pictographs drawn. Early writing tablet recording the allocation of beer. Iraq. Late Prehistoric period. 3100-3000BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Background imageSymbol Collection: Polychromed vase. Tomb of Kha. 1400 BC. Egypt

Polychromed vase. Tomb of Kha. 1400 BC. Egypt
Egypt. Polychromed vase sealed with fabric. From the tomb of royal architect Kha (Deir el-Medina). 1400 BC. 18th dynasty. New Kingdom. Egyptian Museum. Turin. Italy

Background imageSymbol Collection: agility, animals, balance, ballet, color image, concept, curtain, dancer, dancing

agility, animals, balance, ballet, color image, concept, curtain, dancer, dancing, digital composite, elephant, grace, humor, ideas, indoors, irony, nobody, one animal, performance, performer

Background imageSymbol Collection: Old Map Elements

Old Map Elements
Old map icons, eps 9

Background imageSymbol Collection: Flinders street station the iconic landmark of Melbourne

Flinders street station the iconic landmark of Melbourne
Flinders Street railway station is a railway station on the corner of Flinders and Swanston Streets in Melbourne, Australia. It serves the entire metropolitan rail network

Background imageSymbol Collection: Planet Earth on human hands, breaking down and crumbling

Planet Earth on human hands, breaking down and crumbling with fragments falling apart. Airbrush illustration

Background imageSymbol Collection: Flag of Pakistan

Flag of Pakistan

Background imageSymbol Collection: Flag of Peru

Flag of Peru

Background imageSymbol Collection: Southern Hemisphere, by Carel Allard, Amsterdam

Southern Hemisphere, by Carel Allard, Amsterdam
CELESTIAL PLANISPHERE. Southern Hemisphere, by Carel Allard, Amsterdam

Background imageSymbol Collection: Fasces

Fasces
The Fasces, an axe tied to a bundle of sticks, the symbol of Ancient Roman magistrates which was adopted as their emblem by the Fascists in the 20th century

Background imageSymbol Collection: SKULL AND CROSSBONES. Wood engraving, American, 1853

SKULL AND CROSSBONES. Wood engraving, American, 1853

Background imageSymbol Collection: 16th-century medical astrology

16th-century medical astrology
Medical astrology. 16th-century artwork of Zodiac Man, a male body labelled with the twelve signs of the zodiac. This artwork was published in Freiburg in 1503 in the encyclopedia Margarita

Background imageSymbol Collection: Infinity symbol and black hole

Infinity symbol and black hole
Black hole, abstract computer artwork. Matter is spiralling into the black hole, dragged by the immense gravitational forces. This causes the matter to give off high-energy X-rays

Background imageSymbol Collection: Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram

Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram
Medical zodiac. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating how the human body relates to the zodiac signs. Such information was used in medical practices, such as bloodletting

Background imageSymbol Collection: POTAWATOMI MEDICINE STICK. Stick containing many recipes for medicinal cures

POTAWATOMI MEDICINE STICK. Stick containing many recipes for medicinal cures, used by the Potawatomi tribe in Michigan

Background imageSymbol Collection: VIETNAM WAR: SOLDIER, 1970. A U. S. 61st Infantry Regiment trooper with a peace symbol

VIETNAM WAR: SOLDIER, 1970. A U. S. 61st Infantry Regiment trooper with a peace symbol
VIETNAM WAR: SOLDIER, 1970. A U.S. 61st Infantry Regiment trooper with a peace symbol and religious medals as well as a bandolier of bullets at Con Thiem, Vietnam, February 1970

Background imageSymbol Collection: GLAT2A-00023

GLAT2A-00023
Coat-of-arms of Mexico, an eagle on a cactus with a snake in its beak. Color lithograph, 19th century

Background imageSymbol Collection: Sun-wheel on a Celtic quern, Ireland

Sun-wheel on a Celtic quern, Ireland
Sun-wheel carved on a quern, a primative grinding-stone, Ireland. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph

Background imageSymbol Collection: British flags and coat of arms

British flags and coat of arms
Flags and the coat of arms of Great Britain. Color lithograph reproduction

Background imageSymbol Collection: WA, Seattle, classic

WA, Seattle, classic American automobile

Background imageSymbol Collection: Diana Dors

Diana Dors (1931-1984), English actress, singer, film star and sex symbol. Seen here in later life, at the famous First and Last Inn at the village of Sennen, Lands End, Cornwall

Background imageSymbol Collection: Skull and Crossbones - Inverted

Skull and Crossbones - Inverted
The Jolly Roger is the name given to any of various flags flown to identify a ships crew as pirates. The flag most usually identified as the Jolly Roger today is the skull and crossbones

Background imageSymbol Collection: Skull and Crossbones

Skull and Crossbones
The Jolly Roger is the name given to any of various flags flown to identify a ships crew as pirates. The flag most usually identified as the Jolly Roger today is the skull and crossbones

Background imageSymbol Collection: Paris Masons, 1740

Paris Masons, 1740
Freemasons in a Masonic Lodge in Paris perform a ritual. A symbol covered banner is laid on the floor while a blindfolded man, an arm & shoulder bared, is led forth

Background imageSymbol Collection: Mutus Liber - 2

Mutus Liber - 2
MUTUS LIBER ( The Silent Book ) The philosophers egg - symbol of wholeness 2 of 15

Background imageSymbol Collection: Banana seller, Village of Masango, Cibitoke Province, Burundi, Africa

Banana seller, Village of Masango, Cibitoke Province, Burundi, Africa

Background imageSymbol Collection: Close-up of Maori statue

Close-up of Maori statue, Tamatekapua Meeting House, Rotorua, South Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageSymbol Collection: Partially submerged tilted Shiva temple below the ghats

Partially submerged tilted Shiva temple below the ghats on the edge of the River Ganges (Ganga), Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Background imageSymbol Collection: RICHARD I 1157 - 1199

RICHARD I 1157 - 1199
RICHARD I, THE LIONHEART Depicted riding into battle, broadsword in hand, armoured from head to foot. His shield bears three lions passant, the English Kings royal symbol

Background imageSymbol Collection: Book of the Dead Plate 2

Book of the Dead Plate 2
INVOCATION TO OSIRIS Ani and his wife make offerings; Isis and Nephthys (sisters of Osiris) kneel in adoration to Tat, symbol of Osiris on Solar Mount

Background imageSymbol Collection: The Eiffel Tower, Paris, Fance, c. 1890 s

The Eiffel Tower, Paris, Fance, c. 1890 s
Vintage 19th century photograph: The Eiffel Tower, Paris, Fance, c.1890 s

Background imageSymbol Collection: Colorful Saint Joseph Father Baby Jesus Lily Stained glass Cathedral Puebla, Mexico

Colorful Saint Joseph Father Baby Jesus Lily Stained glass Cathedral Puebla, Mexico. Built in 15 to 1600 s

Background imageSymbol Collection: View north across Munnar tea estates to the Western Ghats and 2695m Anamudi

View north across Munnar tea estates to the Western Ghats and 2695m Anamudi, highest peak in south India, Munnar, Kerala, India, Asia

Background imageSymbol Collection: England, Cumbria, Keswick, Barbers pole, barbers shop sign

England, Cumbria, Keswick, Barbers pole, barbers shop sign

Background imageSymbol Collection: Iconic Lambretta Innocenti scooter in the old town, Morbegno, province of Sondrio

Iconic Lambretta Innocenti scooter in the old town, Morbegno, province of Sondrio, Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy

Background imageSymbol Collection: Copperplate 17th century arms for Inns of Court

Copperplate 17th century arms for Inns of Court
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Background imageSymbol Collection: Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Ellison and Watson

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Ellison and Watson
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Background imageSymbol Collection: Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Artist

Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Artist: Limbourg brothers (active 1385-1416)
Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Found in the collection of Musee Conde, Chantilly

Background imageSymbol Collection: The little Garden of Paradise. Artist: Upper Rhenish Master (active c. 1410-1420)

The little Garden of Paradise. Artist: Upper Rhenish Master (active c. 1410-1420)
The little Garden of Paradise. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Background imageSymbol Collection: Folio from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) by Jami, 1539-1543. Artist: Anonymous

Folio from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) by Jami, 1539-1543. Artist: Anonymous
Folio from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) by Jami, 1539-1543. Found in the collection of the Freer Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C

Background imageSymbol Collection: Virgin and Child, 16th century

Virgin and Child, 16th century. From the Benaki Museum, Athens, Greece

Background imageSymbol Collection: Sumerian cylinder-seal impression depicting a governor being introduced to the king

Sumerian cylinder-seal impression depicting a governor being introduced to the king
Sumerian cylinder-seal impression depicting Haskhamer, Governor of the city of Ishkun-sin is introduced to the King of Ur (Ur-Nammu) who is seated by the goddess Ishtar, note the symbol of the moon

Background imageSymbol Collection: Miami, Florida, USA. I love you written in the sand

Miami, Florida, USA. I love you written in the sand

Background imageSymbol Collection: King Gambrinus, the King of Beer

King Gambrinus, the King of Beer
Antique illustration of a King Gambrinus, the King of Beer

Background imageSymbol Collection: Cross stone, khachkar, Sanahin monastery, Armenia

Cross stone, khachkar, Sanahin monastery, Armenia
The cross stone or khachkar at Sanahin monastery in Alaverdi, Amenia.Khachkars are characteristic of Medieval Christian Armenian art.The symbolism

Background imageSymbol Collection: Artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales

Artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales
An artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales. The constellation includes the stars Zuben Elschemali and Zuben Elgenubi. Libra is one of the twelve astrological signs of the Zodiac




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Symbols are powerful representations of ideas, beliefs, and values that transcend language barriers and cultural boundaries. They have the ability to convey complex concepts in a single image, evoking emotions and inspiring action. In the political map of Africa, each country is represented by its own unique symbol. These symbols not only showcase the diversity of this vast continent but also serve as reminders of its rich history and struggle for independence. A painting of Green Tara at Kopan monastery in Bhaktapur, Nepal captures the essence of Buddhist symbolism. As a representation of prosperity and enlightenment, Green Tara inspires devotees to strive for inner growth and material abundance. Eleanor Roosevelt holding a Universal Declaration of Human Rights poster exemplifies how they can be used to champion noble causes. This iconic image from 1949 serves as a reminder that every individual deserves dignity, freedom, and equality. The Heiliggeistkirche church in Vienna features a holy spirit dove symbol created by Joseph Plecnik. This beautiful representation reminds us of the divine presence within our lives and encourages spiritual reflection. The Imagine Mosaic memorializes John Lennon's legacy near his former residence at the Dakota Building. This simple yet profound symbol promotes peace, love, and unity - timeless ideals that resonate with people from all walks of life. The United States Naval Construction Battalions or Seabees use their insignia as a symbol representing their dedication to building infrastructure worldwide. It embodies their commitment to service and resilience in challenging environments. Pictures depicting various Hindu Gods for sale in Little India highlight how symbols play an essential role in religious practices. These images allow worshippers to connect with divinity on a personal level while fostering devotion within communities. The flag of the Scottish Covenanters represents Scotland's historical struggle for religious freedom against oppressive forces during the 17th century. It stands as an enduring emblem reminding us never to compromise our beliefs when faced with adversity. Medieval English shield designs evoke images of chivalry, honor, and bravery.