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What do they mean? Symbols on the frieze at North York Central Library
Fifteen symbols in different languages and colours on white background and text "what do they mean?"

What do they mean? Symbols on the frieze at North York Central Library

DateApproximately 1987
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Six alphabetical symbols representing various languages from diverse cultures are on a frieze that was designed for the Gladys Allison Building, the first North York Central Library. The frieze was moved to the new library at 5120 Yonge Street. 
Medium
DimensionsImage size: 10 cm x 14 cm (3 15/16 in. x 5 1/2 in.)
Language
ProvenanceToronto Public Library Archives North York Library Fonds
CollectionToronto Public Library Archives
Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)
Copyright HolderToronto Public Library
Call Number / Accession NumberTPL-A-0886
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Toronto
Neighbourhood:Willowdale
North-south street:Yonge Street
Province or state:Ontario