Symbolism in Design

Symbolism in design imbues decorative and applied arts with deeper meanings, utilizing motifs and colours to evoke emotions and communicate cultural narratives.
A Rare Charles II Pewter Flat-lid Tankard with love-bird thumbpiece

The Charles II pewter tankard features a love-bird thumbpiece, reflecting 17th-century craftsmanship. This design symbolizes love and unity while showcasing decorative arts’ significance during that era.Read More →

Makovecz-mortuary, Farkasrét Cemetery, Budapest

Imre Makovecz, a renowned Hungarian architect, crafted organic, symbolic designs integrating nature and tradition in stark contrast to Eastern Bloc brutalism. His work fosters cultural and environmental harmony.Read More →

Pot-Pourri Vase ca. 1790 - 1800 (made)

The term ‘Addorsed’ represents a historical design arrangement symbolizing balance and unity. It is employed in architecture, heraldry, and modern design for visual appeal and narrative complexity.Read More →

Examples of cloud lifts Gamble House (Pasadena, California)

Greene and Greene, influential American architects, shaped the Arts and Crafts Movement through their fusion of aesthetics, craftsmanship, and function in iconic works like the Gamble House.Read More →