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Pictograms Collection

"Pictograms: Unveiling the Ancient Language of Symbols" Step into the captivating world of pictograms, where images speak volumes and stories are etched onto cave walls

Background imagePictograms Collection: Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7382

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7382
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. These are horse and cow figures in the central gallery. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Background imagePictograms Collection: Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7378

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7378
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. These are deer and auroch figures in the Great Hall of the Bulls. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Background imagePictograms Collection: Native American Indian Picture Writing

Native American Indian Picture Writing (Medicine Mans Chant) of the Chippewa or Ojibbewa Indians. Date: circa 1890s

Background imagePictograms Collection: The Phaistos Disc (1/2)

The Phaistos Disc (1/2)
The Phaistos Disc (also spelled Phaistos Disk, Phaestos Disc) is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete

Background imagePictograms Collection: The Phaistos Disc (2/2)

The Phaistos Disc (2/2)
The Phaistos Disc (also spelled Phaistos Disk, Phaestos Disc) is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete

Background imagePictograms Collection: Oglala Chiefs (colour litho)

Oglala Chiefs (colour litho)
980718 Oglala Chiefs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oglala Chiefs)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho)

Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho)
980711 Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battiste Goods Cycles)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing (colour litho)

Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing (colour litho)
980709 Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing)

Background imagePictograms Collection: The Palenquean Group of the Cross (engraving)

The Palenquean Group of the Cross (engraving)
980536 The Palenquean Group of the Cross (engraving) by Catherwood, Frederick (1799-1854) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Palenquean Group of the Cross)

Background imagePictograms Collection: A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w / c on paper

A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w / c on paper
BBC199384 A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w/c on paper) (see 199385 for end of letter) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePictograms Collection: Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho)

Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho)
980710 Battiste Goods Cycles (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battiste Goods Cycles)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Tablet at Palenque (engraving)

Tablet at Palenque (engraving)
980542 Tablet at Palenque (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tablet at Palenque)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Native American pictographs (colour litho)

Native American pictographs (colour litho)
3630252 Native American pictographs (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native American pictographs)

Background imagePictograms Collection: A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w / c on paper

A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w / c on paper
BBC199385 A Christmas letter written with pictograms (pen & ink and w/c on paper) (see 199384 for beginning of letter) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePictograms Collection: Mexican symbols (colour litho)

Mexican symbols (colour litho)
980726 Mexican symbols (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mexican symbols)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Oglala sub-chiefs (colour litho)

Oglala sub-chiefs (colour litho)
980719 Oglala sub-chiefs (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oglala sub-chiefs)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Maya Rain God (engraving)

Maya Rain God (engraving)
980541 Maya Rain God (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maya Rain God)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Pictogram letter (pen, ink & w / c on paper)

Pictogram letter (pen, ink & w / c on paper)
3060401 Pictogram letter (pen, ink & w/c on paper) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811); 24.1x39.4 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePictograms Collection: Haida double thunderbird (colour litho)

Haida double thunderbird (colour litho)
980713 Haida double thunderbird (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Haida double thunderbird)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Copy of a fragment of a Mayan manuscript depicting astronomical tables with the eclipses

Copy of a fragment of a Mayan manuscript depicting astronomical tables with the eclipses
XIR182409 Copy of a fragment of a Mayan manuscript depicting astronomical tables with the eclipses (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French

Background imagePictograms Collection: Haida Dog-fish (colour litho)

Haida Dog-fish (colour litho)
980714 Haida Dog-fish (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Haida Dog-fish)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Lone Dogs Winter Count (colour litho)

Lone Dogs Winter Count (colour litho)
980708 Lone Dogs Winter Count (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lone Dogs Winter Count)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Maya War God (engraving)

Maya War God (engraving)
980540 Maya War God (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maya War God. Illustration from Studies in Central American Picture-Writing by Edwards)

Background imagePictograms Collection: Rear of Argos lorry showing safety pictograms 2016. Creator: Unknown

Rear of Argos lorry showing safety pictograms 2016. Creator: Unknown
Rear of Argos lorry showing safety pictograms 2016

Background imagePictograms Collection: Pictography, Faical, San Ignacio, Cajamarca, Peru, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo

Pictography, Faical, San Ignacio, Cajamarca, Peru, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo
Pictography, Rock Painting, Pictograms, despicting hunting scenes, antropomorphic and zoomorphic figures, symbols and other graphics

Background imagePictograms Collection: Multi-part story in the Native American Pictograph Tradition

Multi-part story in the Native American Pictograph Tradition, printed on shaped cards to resemble the hides on which the original stories were painted

Background imagePictograms Collection: Spanish lottery game

Spanish lottery game for children, Neuva Loteria De Los Globos (Juego para les ninos.) Num. 57. Made up of 52 small pictograms of various fanciful balloon designs. 1867

Background imagePictograms Collection: Cuneiform script

Cuneiform script. Diagram showing the development of pictographs into stylised Cuneiform characters. Cuneiform, the first written language

Background imagePictograms Collection: Phonetic Egyptian hieroglyphs

Phonetic Egyptian hieroglyphs. Hieroglyphs were written characters used by the Ancient Egyptians between around 3000 BC and 300 AD. They were used mainly for inscriptions on monuments and tombs



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"Pictograms: Unveiling the Ancient Language of Symbols" Step into the captivating world of pictograms, where images speak volumes and stories are etched onto cave walls. From the mesmerizing Lascaux II cave painting replica C013/7378 to the enigmatic Phaistos Disc, these ancient symbols have fascinated humanity for centuries. In Native American Indian Picture Writing, a rich tapestry of culture and history unfolds through intricate drawings that convey messages with remarkable clarity. The connection between humans and nature is beautifully portrayed in Lascaux II cave painting replica C013/7382, reminding us of our deep-rooted bond with the natural world. The Phaistos Disc unveils an intriguing mystery as its intricate symbols remain undeciphered to this day. Was it a form of communication or a cryptic code waiting to be cracked? This enigma continues to captivate scholars and enthusiasts alike. Delving further into pictographic wonders, we encounter a bone adorned with a ritualistic pictogram designed to ward off danger. Its power lies not only in its visual representation but also in the belief system that accompanies it. From Oglala Chiefs depicted in vibrant lithographs to Battiste Goods Cycles showcasing early advertising techniques, pictograms transcend time and cultures. They bridge gaps between civilizations by conveying ideas without linguistic barriers. Peruvian Quipu and Birch Bark Drawing come alive through colorful lithographs, revealing how indigenous communities used these symbolic systems for record-keeping and storytelling. These illustrations serve as windows into their rich traditions and daily lives. The Palenquean Group of the Cross engraving transports us back to ancient Mayan civilization, where complex narratives were intricately carved onto stone structures. Each symbol holds profound meaning within this elaborate visual language. Even in modern times, pictograms find their place as seen in A Christmas letter written with pictograms - blending tradition with contemporary expression.