Analyzing Symbols in Artifacts: The Souvenir of Egypt

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Author:

David Getman, Paula Sanders

Subject:

Humanities

Institution Name:

Connexions

Collection:

Connexions

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

"Analyzing Symbols in Artifacts," section 5 of the 6-part course on "The Souvenir of Egypt," examines the symbols appearing in the imagery of a decorative silk focused on Egypt. Here, we will discuss how to interpret the meaning of each symbol in the silk using a variety of print and online resources. We not only explore the possible meanings of the various symbols, but also explain how to conduct research into cultural history.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Readings, Syllabi

Media Format:

Text/HTML

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Creative Commons Attribution 2.0