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In the art and mythology of cultures around the world, snakes have a varied and contrasting symbolism, simultaneously representing notions of strength, renewal, malevolence, and deceit. The slithery serpents depicted in these works of art embrace this dichotomy of good and evil.
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“Five Snakes,” c. 1850, by Kenneth L. McLean
“Water Bottle in the form of a Coiled Serpent, originally with three ring handles,” late 16th century, by unknown Italian artist
“Black Snake Blues,” 1994, by Alison Saar © Alison Saar
“Nagapasha (snake-lasso; two intertwined snakes,” c. 1700, unknown Indian artist
“The Charlatan,” 1942, by José Chávez Morado
“The Serpent (Adam and Eve),” 1947, by Anne Ryan © Estate of Anne Ryan
“Pitcher,” 1185, made by the Gorham Manufacturing Company, Providence, Rhode Island
