Bowing is common in the Japanese culture. It is a simple sign of being humble when greeting someone. Bowing shows that you are giving the person respect and honor their strengths.
In Hinduism, the man is very important.In such weddings, the groom gets top priority: He rides away on an elephant or a horse
While the Bride will walk alongside the elephant.
In Ancient Egyptian art, workers were drawn significantly smaller than the Pharaoh or the overseer. This shows who was really important in their society and who didn't have much attention directed towards them.
A picture of a kitten looking into the mirror and seeing a lion. A common representation of a greater person inside a small and insignificant body. Kittens are small and fearful creatures, whereas Lions are strong and courageous.
Dove & Hawk Face to Face
The dove represents peace while the hawk represents ferocity. Each is on the head of a man and depicts what they are thinking. When faced with each other, the hawk will be vicious towards the dove but since a dove is a peaceful creature, it will not stir at the attacks.
The book in the picture represents knowledge. Since the parent is teaching the child the contents of the book, she is passing down the knowledge to the young ones. Humans tend to share the knowledge they have and make sure its brought down the line to younger generations.
Clocks are a representation of the passage of time. It is neverending and will always move on. The melting clocks in the picture are representing the time that slips away from us, or things that seem redundant and go on forever.
Candles usually represent life. But when a candle is extinguished, it can mean death or loss of virginity. It can represent mourning or sorrow, and is usually a sign of bad omen in artwork.
Fasces are pieces of wood tied together with a red ribbon and has an axe tied to the side. It is an ancient Roman tool and represents unity.
An aboriginal peace pipe is used in various ceremonies. It is smoked to represent unity and harmony. It is a vary sacred object to the Aboriginals and is only smoked on special occasions.
This picture of a small plant represents the idea of new life. It also reselmbles our lives, how the elderly of society take care of the young, and the continuous cycle of life.
The Dog in the picture can represent loyalty because this is not any ordinary dog, it is a guide dog. The owner is visually impaired, and requires their dog to guide them in the streets. This shows the loyalty that the dog has to its owner.
A Sheriff's Duties
The picture is of a character from the movie, Toy Story. The Sheriff Badge on his shirt represents the responsibilities of his job. During the Western Era, people with Sheriff badges were in charge of the safety of the town and they were the only kind of authority back then.
The picture is of a character from the movie, Toy Story. The Sheriff Badge on his shirt represents the responsibilities of his job. During the Western Era, people with Sheriff badges were in charge of the safety of the town and they were the only kind of authority back then.
The person sittting on the edge during a meeting is the person who is in charge. That person has higher status in the company, but when someone greater enters the room, that person receives this seat.
The person sitting on the edge of the table is considered to be an important person. The person sitting at that spot is usually served first, because of their importance.
A lightening bolt is used to represent power. In modern times, it represents supernatural powers, such as for heroes or comic book characters.
Frogs are a representation of many things. Some believe it links to fertility and life, some believe it is for prosperity and healing.
Butterflies
Butterflies represent the changes in life. You start off small and very innocent, but as time goes on and you learn more, you will be able to develop and go out on your own.
Circles
A circle is a sign commonly known for its sign of unity. Many cultures see a circle as a representation of an everlasting cycle or of the unity and harmony of people.
Spiders can be symbols of death or deception. They seem relatively harmless but can cause painful deaths for their prey. Some people believe it is a sign of good luck and other believe it is a sign of joy from heaven.
ButterfliesButterflies represent the changes in life. You start off small and very innocent, but as time goes on and you learn more, you will be able to develop and go out on your own.
Circles
A circle is a sign commonly known for its sign of unity. Many cultures see a circle as a representation of an everlasting cycle or of the unity and harmony of people.
