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Symbols Dictionary: Flowers and PlantsFlowers have been irresistible to painters through the ages. These days we've lost much of the symbolism associated with them, but earlier painters chose flowers to convey very specific messages about their subjects. The symbolism for each given here is from Western European culture unless specified otherwise.11:04 AM # |
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