Ancient pagan and modern Christian symbolism (1922)
Inman, Thomas, 1820-1876, Newton, John, M.M.C.B.E · New York, Peter Eckler publishing company · leaf 158
theemblem of the trinity, which we have been obliged to con-ventionalise, is shown in a distinct manner. The cross barsindicate that Isis is a virgin. The cat at the top of theinstrument indicates desire, Cupid, or Eros. Fig. 155is copied from plate ix., R. P. Knights Worship of Priapus. Figure 157… … 98 represents a temple in a conventional form; whilst below,Ceres appears seated within a horse-shoe shaped ornament.
Symbolism · Christian art and symbolism
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