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Glossary of Fundamental Symbols
A complete and documented reference to understand the origin and evolution of major visual symbols across civilizations.
Explore the glossarySchool of Visual Culture
An academic analysis of symbols, their historical evolution, and their classification in contemporary culture.
A selection of content and tools to deepen your analysis of visual culture.
A complete and documented reference to understand the origin and evolution of major visual symbols across civilizations.
Explore the glossaryApply our academic methodology to concrete case studies to decipher the layers of meaning in an image.
Discover the methodAccess our digitized and classified archive database, a primary resource for comparative research.
Consult the archivesAn educational journey exploring the reinterpretation of traditional motifs in modern visual creation.
View the programA structured approach to deciphering visual culture and its heritage
In-depth examination of symbols within their original historical, social, and cultural framework to grasp their primary meaning.
Organization of patterns and styles according to a rigorous taxonomy, facilitating comparison and the study of evolutions.
Mapping the transformations of icons across eras, identifying ruptures and continuities in their usage.
A method to isolate and interpret the constituent elements of an image, revealing the superimposed layers of meaning.
Creation of a permanent and referenced knowledge base, serving as a resource for research and teaching.
Transposition of historical principles to analyze and understand the visuals of modern and digital culture.
Answers to frequently asked questions regarding our academic approach, the nature of our content, and our methodology.