The art of the Solomon Islands is characterized by its intricate designs which utilize inlays of pearl shell.
these ornaments represented mythological spirits whose function was to ward off danger
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herd and their calves bathe in the swirling waters of a pond, the bull, sensing danger
Deirdre Larkin, managing horticulturalist of The Met Cloisters, discusses the origins of the Date palm and its significance in medieval art and life.
The danger could be mitigated by eating the dates with honey (Luisa Cogliati Arano
that the last one remains in a liminal state, preserving the sense of imminent danger
The living king was associated with the god Horus and the dead king with the god Osiris, but the ancient Egyptians were well aware that the king was mortal.
people, providing justice, and protecting the country from external and internal danger
Cast gold ornaments exhibiting imagery of political and martial supremacy dangled from sword hilts and scabbards enhanced the prestige of those who wore them.
form covered in gold sheets and hung with bells (to warn the ruler of impending danger
Randegg (Gottmadingen), Germany, 1880–Geneva 1976
Geneva to New York in 1939, Moos and his wife decided to stay, fearing increased danger
The gazelle has its head erect and appears alert, as though sensing danger.
specific and limited use in dangerous forward positions where there was imminent danger
Because the mask partially or entirely obscured facial expression, emphasis was placed on dialect and exaggerated gesture to convey emotion and intention.
He reveals his cowardice whenever challenged to some act of danger or daring and
