Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees
This profusely illustrated archive of more than 200 flowers, plants, and trees was compiled by Ernst and Johanna Lehner -- two of the world's foremost collectors of pictorial symbols (who also happen to be devoted flower enthusiasts). Their comprehensive collection, with illustrations selected from rare sources, extends from the image of a pomegranate, the Chinese symbol of fertility, to a basket of flowers in a nineteenth-century Valentine silhouette. A profusion of bouquets, wreaths, flowers of the months, and other floral designs are also included. In examining the symbolism of flora, the authors consider the religious, magical, and legendary significance of plants such as the mandrake, used as an opiate and love potion; the lotus, revered by the Egyptians and the Mayas of Central America; the mistletoe, a plant believed by the ancients to be capable of raising people from the dead; as well as the Bo tree, sunflower, dragon tree, ice plant, and many other botanical specimens. The development of horticultural images in heraldic devices, emblems, and symbols is also discussed, and a concluding section displays a table summarizing the symbolic meanings of every known species of flora -- from absinth to zinnia. A visual treat for flower lovers, this volume of permission-free illustrations is an essential sourcebook for artists and designers. Of value to botanical experts and gardening specialists, it will also appeal to folklore enthusiasts.
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Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees
This profusely illustrated archive of more than 200 flowers, plants, and trees was compiled by Ernst and Johanna Lehner -- two of the world's foremost collectors of pictorial symbols (who also happen to be devoted flower enthusiasts). Their comprehensive collection, with illustrations selected from rare sources, extends from the image of a pomegranate, the Chinese symbol of fertility, to a basket of flowers in a nineteenth-century Valentine silhouette. A profusion of bouquets, wreaths, flowers of the months, and other floral designs are also included. In examining the symbolism of flora, the authors consider the religious, magical, and legendary significance of plants such as the mandrake, used as an opiate and love potion; the lotus, revered by the Egyptians and the Mayas of Central America; the mistletoe, a plant believed by the ancients to be capable of raising people from the dead; as well as the Bo tree, sunflower, dragon tree, ice plant, and many other botanical specimens. The development of horticultural images in heraldic devices, emblems, and symbols is also discussed, and a concluding section displays a table summarizing the symbolic meanings of every known species of flora -- from absinth to zinnia. A visual treat for flower lovers, this volume of permission-free illustrations is an essential sourcebook for artists and designers. Of value to botanical experts and gardening specialists, it will also appeal to folklore enthusiasts.
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Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees

Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees

Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees

Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees

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This profusely illustrated archive of more than 200 flowers, plants, and trees was compiled by Ernst and Johanna Lehner -- two of the world's foremost collectors of pictorial symbols (who also happen to be devoted flower enthusiasts). Their comprehensive collection, with illustrations selected from rare sources, extends from the image of a pomegranate, the Chinese symbol of fertility, to a basket of flowers in a nineteenth-century Valentine silhouette. A profusion of bouquets, wreaths, flowers of the months, and other floral designs are also included. In examining the symbolism of flora, the authors consider the religious, magical, and legendary significance of plants such as the mandrake, used as an opiate and love potion; the lotus, revered by the Egyptians and the Mayas of Central America; the mistletoe, a plant believed by the ancients to be capable of raising people from the dead; as well as the Bo tree, sunflower, dragon tree, ice plant, and many other botanical specimens. The development of horticultural images in heraldic devices, emblems, and symbols is also discussed, and a concluding section displays a table summarizing the symbolic meanings of every known species of flora -- from absinth to zinnia. A visual treat for flower lovers, this volume of permission-free illustrations is an essential sourcebook for artists and designers. Of value to botanical experts and gardening specialists, it will also appeal to folklore enthusiasts.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781420971040
Publisher: Digireads.com
Publication date: 09/20/2020
Pages: 130
Product dimensions: 8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.28(d)

Table of Contents

Introduction11
Sacred Plants
The Trees of Life and Knowledge13
The Tree of Life15
The Tree of Knowledge18
The Yggdrasill20
The Rod of Aaron22
The Acacia23
The Acorus24
The Bo Tree24
The Cassia25
The Cedar25
The Date Palm26
The Fig Tree29
The Three Blessed Fruits30
The Lily32
The Lotus34
The Mistletoe41
The Myrtle41
The Oak Tree42
The Oxalis (Shamrock)43
The Passionflower44
The Persea45
The Peruvian Mastic46
The Resurrection Flower47
The Sandalwood47
The Soma48
The Sunflower48
The Sycamore49
The Vervain49
The Vine50
Flower Lore and Legend
The Acanthus52
The Aconite53
The Adonis53
The Anemone54
The Carnation54
The Clover55
The Cornflower55
The Crocus56
The Cypress57
The Daisy58
The Edelweiss58
The Forget-me-not59
The Hawthorn59
The Hazelnut60
The Heliotrope63
The Hyacinth63
The Iris (Fleur-de-lis)64
The Ivy65
The Tears of Job65
The Laurel66
The Leek68
The Lily-of-the-Valley68
The Linden Tree69
The Mulberry Tree70
The Mullein63
The Myrrh63
The Narcissus73
The Olive Tree74
The Orange Tree75
The Plane Tree76
The Black Poplar76
The Rose77
The Sylphium80
The Thistle80
The Tulip81
The Violet82
Strange and Wondrous Plants
The Apple of Sodom84
The Amber Tree85
The Bausor Tree85
The Barnacle Tree86
The Carlina87
The Dragon Tree87
The Honesty88
The Houseleek88
The Ice Plant89
The Maidenhair Fern89
The Mandrake90
The Tree of Sorrow92
The Flower Calendar
The Seasons94
The Flowers of the Months99
The Chinese Flower Calendar102
The Japanese Flower Calendar106
The Language of Flowers
Sentiments and Symbolism109
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