Even if one does not specialize in the Mimbres culture it is worthwhile to read this paper as the sign language system is similar for many ancient cultures. This analysis of the Bat Bowl provides us with an explanation as to why the... more
Even if one does not specialize in the Mimbres culture it is worthwhile to read this paper as the sign language system is similar for many ancient cultures.
This analysis of the Bat Bowl provides us with an explanation as to why the bat Imagery was placed within the bowl. Many of the gesture signs that create the Form and Imagery found on the bowl are historically documented and illustrated in this paper.
A Gobekli Tepe Pillar with Imagery of a Feline is discussed in terms of its meaning as obtained through ancient depicted sign language. Comparisons are made through the signs used in other ancient cultures. The results indicate that the... more
A Gobekli Tepe Pillar with Imagery of a Feline is discussed in terms of its meaning as obtained through ancient depicted sign language. Comparisons are made through the signs used in other ancient cultures. The results indicate that the "T" shaped pillars were conceptualized as representing the underworld of the Female-earth. The Feline represents th Nocturnal-Sun leaping into the upper-world. In other words, Sunrise.
