Inside Out: Allegregores III
Young Heretics
Artistic Representations as Symbolic Allegories
Art often uses symbolic representations of demons, like a little pitchfork-wielding entity, not as literal beings but as allegories for patterns in the mind. Just like the movie Inside Out portrays emotions through characters with specific symbolic features, such as a happy lady with blue hair and yellow skin representing joy, these visual objects represent broader concepts within us rather than literal entities. These artistic representations aim to embody universal patterns that resonate with viewers, serving as symbolic allegories rather than faithful depictions of reality.
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