Cretan symbols, 5th to 6th centuries BC
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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, discovered during excavations by Evans in eastern Crete, started in 1894. On the left are symbols on three-sided Cornelian stones. On the right are symbols on four-sided stone. According to Evans the symbols are from an early system of writing used in the Mycenaean world in pre-Phoenician times. Artwork from The Story of the Alphabet (Edward Clodd, 1900)
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1894 1900 Antiquity Classical Cretan Crete Edward Clodd Hieroglyph Language Linguistic Linguistics Pictogram Symbol Symbols The Story Of The Alphabet Writing
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This print showcases the intricate Cretan symbols dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries BC. The image, a colored illustration derived from a diagram by renowned British archaeologist Arthur Evans, offers a glimpse into an early system of writing used in the Mycenaean world during pre-Phoenician times. The left side of the print exhibits symbols engraved on three-sided Cornelian stones, while the right side displays symbols etched onto four-sided stones. These artifacts were unearthed by Evans himself during his extensive excavations in eastern Crete, which commenced in 1894. According to Evans' research, these enigmatic symbols represent an ancient form of writing that predates Phoenician influence. The intricate designs and arrangement suggest a syllabic value associated with each symbol. This artwork is sourced from "The Story of the Alphabet" authored by Edward Clodd in 1900. It serves as a testament to both classical history and linguistic development throughout antiquity. Through this photograph, we are transported back to an era where hieroglyphs and pictograms played crucial roles in communication. It allows us to appreciate how language has evolved over time and provides valuable insights into our shared human heritage.
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