Alphabet Collection (page 4)

Letter P, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter P, 1630

Letter O, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter O, 1630

Letter N, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter N, 1630

Letter M, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter M, 1630

Letter L, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter L, 1630

Letter K, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter K, 1630

Letter I, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter I, 1630

Letter H, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter H, 1630

Letter G, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter G, 1630

Letter F, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter F, 1630

Letter E, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter E, 1630

Letter D, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter D, 1630

Letter C, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter C, 1630

Letter B, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter B, 1630

Letter A, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter A, 1630

Letter A, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter A, 1630

Sampler, c. 1937. Creator: Arelia Arbo
Sampler, c. 1937

Sampler, c. 1937. Creator: Arelia Arbo
Sampler, c. 1937

Schoolgirls Atlanta Wardell-Yerburgh (l) & Elizabeth Bulloch have broken a 43 year old tradition at New Park School in St Andrews Fife Scotland 23rd January 1977

Medieval illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Figs 1-4: From the 14th century. Figs 5-13: With the single leaves and flowers from the 15th century...In the illumination of manuscripts the livelier forms

12th Century. British Museum, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

Thorleif Hmakkis cross at Braddan on the Isle of Man, done in the Mammen style with five interlaced dragons. The runes read Thorli and Hualdi erected this cross to the memory of Fiac his son

Armenia, Artashavan Village, Armenian alphabet monument - Giant stone letters dedicated to the founder of Armenias alphabet

ANCIENT ALPHABETS. Table of ancient written alphabets

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Deaf and Dumb Finger Alphabet
A chart of the finger-spelling alphabet used by many deaf people. Date: circa 1905

Antonov An-30 SSSR-30062, of Aeroflot (SSSR is CCCP in cyrillic alphabet - USSR, Soviet Union). Date: circa 1970

DEAF & DUMB ALPHABET DEAF & DUMB ALPHABET
The deaf and dumb sign language alphabet, as defined by the Royal National Institute for the Deaf, Britain. Date: 1960s

Celtic illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Celtic illuminated manuscripts, (1898). The lettering at top left is from the Lindisfarne Gospels, probably produced c715-720 AD in the monastery at Lindisfarne, Northumberland

French Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Fig 1: Initial from the time of Louis XII by [Geofroy] Tory. Fig 2: Initial from the time of Francois I by Tory

King Canute the Dane, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
King Canutethe Dane, 1732. Portrait of Cnut the Great in an oval frame surmounted by a coat of arms, with runes, flaming torches, swords, arrows and coins

Vertical, Alphabet, Capital Letter, Close-Up, Color Image, Electricity, Glowing, Illuminated
Vertical, Alphabet, Capital Letter, Close-Up, Color Image, Electricit, Neon Art, 663751531

14th Century. Richard the Second. 1400. Small. Westminster Abbey, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

16th Century. Albert Durers Prayer Book, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th and 15th Centuries. Two Small. British Museum, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th Century. Date about 1340, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

13th Century. Henry the Third. Westminster Abbey, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

12th Century. Bodleian Library, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

13th Century. From Latin MS. 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th Century. From MS. Munich, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

11th Century and Numerals, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

16th Century. Gothic. 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

X the Excitable, 1903. Artist: John Hassall
X the Excitable, 1903. An initial letter X from a child alphabet. From An A.B.C. of Everyday People, by G. E. Farrow. [Dean & Son Limited, London, 1903]

Chi-Ro symbol with Alpha and Omega, Early Christian Sarcophagus, Rome, 4th century. The Chi Rho is one of the earliest forms of christogram

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Christ as the Man of Sorrows, c. 1450/1460. Creator: Master E.S. Follower of
Christ as the Man of Sorrows, c. 1450/1460

Soldier and eagle mascot beside "H" Troop flag, 1898. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Soldier and eagle mascot beside "H" Troop flag, 1898

Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520

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The alphabet, a timeless symbol of human communication and expression, has evolved throughout history. From the initial page of the Lindisfarne Gospels in the late 7th or early 8th century to an illustration showcasing sign language hand signals representing each letter, its significance transcends time and cultures. One cannot overlook the ancient Arabic alphabet, which holds immense cultural value. Its intricate calligraphy is a testament to the artistry and beauty embedded within this system of writing. Similarly, typography plays a crucial role in shaping how we perceive alphabets visually. As we delve into the development of the English alphabet, we witness its transformation over centuries. The ABC OF BABAR O from 1939 provides us with a whimsical glimpse into how letters can be brought to life through illustrations. Intricate illuminated texts like that found in St Luke's Gospel circa 700 demonstrate not only religious devotion but also highlight how alphabets were used as tools for storytelling and preserving knowledge. Beyond written languages, even symbols such as those found on The Periodic Table Digital Illustration have become part of our modern-day lexicon. They represent elements that make up our world and enable scientific understanding. The Olympic Games poster from 1896 reminds us that alphabets extend beyond mere words; they serve as emblems uniting nations under one common goal - athletic excellence. Moving away from traditional scripts, mosaic artwork featuring Arab and Kufic calligraphy showcases how they can transcend mediums by adorning walls with their elegance and meaning. Even street signs bear testament to alphabets' ubiquity; Greek and Roman characters guide pedestrians through downtown Athens while celebrating linguistic diversity. Lastly, Braille revolutionized accessibility for individuals with visual impairments thanks to Louis Braille's ingenuity. Through raised dots forming letters on paper, it opened new avenues for literacy among those who are blind or visually impaired. From ancient manuscripts to contemporary innovations, the alphabet remains an integral part of our lives.