In the Voodoo religion, the heart becomes the symbol of Erzulie, the loa of love, beauty, and purity. In Africa, the Asante people of Ghana develop Adinkra, the hand-embroidered cloth that ...

The 'love heart' itself is a symbol shrouded in speculation and lore ... reminding us that these images come from a culture where many people would have been used to seeing or partaking ...

From the iconic heart shape to the harmonious ... bond of love between two people. Often featured in pendants and other jewellery, this ancient love symbol continues to hold significance in ...