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Hall's dictionary of subjects and symbols in art

by James Hall, Kenneth Clark

This dictionary examines the religious, historical, and secular themes of European art. It uses cross-references to identify subjects through symbols and attributes, providing a guide to allegorical meanings and artistic conventions.

Accession 23489 ISBN 0719541476 Publisher John Murray
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