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Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Science
  • Linguistics
  • Art History

Background:

  • Traditional views posit writing as a rare, isolated peak in graphic code evolution.
  • This perspective limits understanding of diverse communication systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose an alternative model for the evolution of graphic communication.
  • To explore the role of visual art systems in cultural convergence.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of historical graphic systems.
  • Exploration of cultural convergence pathways.
  • Theoretical modeling of communication evolution.

Main Results:

  • Graphic communication encompasses a broader 'mountain range' of visual art systems.
  • Visual art systems provided effective means for cultural convergence.
  • Writing emerged as a contingent, not necessary, development.

Conclusions:

  • The evolution of graphic codes is better represented by diverse visual art systems.
  • Visual art facilitated cultural convergence, reducing the necessity of writing.