in the previous chapter.

To study the illustrations and their descriptions correctly, the former
must be turned about and about until each symbol has been identified.




TWENTY ILLUSTRATIONS

WITH THEIR INTERPRETATIONS




INTERPRETATION

FIGURE I


The most noticeable feature of this cup is the clear evidence given that
the chief interests of the consultant are bound up in some man in India.
That there is delay in receiving important news from him is shown by the
symbol of the pigeon on the stone immediately beneath the handle. But
that most favourable news may be expected later is certain, for the
figure of a man upon an elephant with a pineapple beyond gives proof of
this. The natives with the large "P" in conjunction show that the
Punjaub is indicated, and this is further emphasised by the sign-post
which points towards these symbols. The child's toys show the
consultant's association and happiness with children. The figure of the