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Editor: This drawing by Elizabeth Rigby portrays a woman reading, with a dog at her feet. It feels very intimate and secluded. What symbols stand out to you? Curator: The labyrinthine pattern behind her, for one. It's not merely decoration, but a symbol. Do you recognize what a labyrinth signifies across cultures? Editor: I'm not sure, maybe getting lost or searching for something? Curator: Exactly. It represents a journey, a quest for knowledge or self-discovery. And look at the dog—fidelity, loyalty. She is finding her own way, with steadfast companionship. Editor: That makes me see the reading in a different light, it's not just reading, it's a journey. Thanks! Curator: Indeed. Symbols resonate because they tap into our collective unconscious, don't you think?