The Secret Language Of Line Stickers
By Catherine Shu Throughout history, every form of communication has developed its own shorthand. Northern Renaissance paintings were rich in symbolism; even the most mundane detail, like a vase, was a rich allegory. Victorians folded the corners of their calling cards to express sentiments ranging from congratulations to condolences. Wireless telegraphists developed a system of coded slang to save their… Read More
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