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1973
GUSN-169832
Some gravestones leave one confused. What do the symbols represent? What was the meaning of hearts, birds or stars superimposed on skulls? Why do some skulls frown while others smile? Stonecutters' daybooks and diaries from the time didn't talk about designs, but a look at the work of New Hampshire gravestone carver John Wright provides some insight.
Article ID 213
SC001
Old-Time New England
SC001.1973.064.234.002
Some gravestones leave one confused. What do the symbols represent? What was the meaning of hearts, birds or stars superimposed on skulls? Why do some skulls frown while others smile? Stonecutters' daybooks and diaries from the time didn't talk about designs, but a look at the work of New Hampshire gravestone carver John Wright provides some insight.
Volume 64, Number 234 (Fall, 1973)
Peter Benes (Author)
(1973). Old Time New England. Boston, Mass.: Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities.
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Boston, Mass.
Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities
Old Time New England
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