The Ancient Stories Behind Harvest Symbols

The Ancient Stories Behind Harvest Symbols

A horn overflowing with fruit may seem like an odd way to celebrate food. Yet this unlikely container—the cornucopia—became one of the most lasting images of abundance in Western culture. Like a bundle of wheat or a decorative pumpkin, it carries a story much older than the greeting cards and table settings where it often appears. Harvest symbols began with a basic concern: having enough to eat. A successful crop could mean security, while a fai…