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This essay discusses the use of symbols and images in Celtic religious art. It explains how a detailed study of Celtic cult-imagery can contribute to our understanding of Celtic belief systems in Europe before and during the Roman period. Miranda Green discusses a number of iconographic themes in depth, and examines the tribal and regional differences in artistic expression. Her discussion of the use of the male and female image and the Divine Marriage shows the diversity of concepts embraced by anthropomorphic imagery.
Symbol and Image in Celtic Religious Art explains how a detailed study of Celtic cult-imagery can contribute to our understanding of Celtic belief systems in Europe before and during the Roman period (around 500 BC - AD 400). Miranda Green explores a number of iconographic themes in depth, and examines the tribal and regional differences in artistic expression. Her discussion of the use of the male and female image and the Divine Marriage shows the diversity of concepts embraced by anthropomorphic imagery.
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