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"Frontcover: A Glimpse into the Past and Present" Step back in time to 1966 with the London Life front cover, capturing the essence of an era long gone

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Cover of Sheet Music for Handels Messiah, published in 1742 (engraving) (b / w photo)

Cover of Sheet Music for Handels Messiah, published in 1742 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF323039 Cover of Sheet Music for Handels Messiah, published in 1742 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Frederick Handel (1685-1759)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: London Life front cover, 1966

London Life front cover, 1966
The cover of London Life from 31st December 1966 featuring a colourful array of previous magazine covers from this title. Date: 1966

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Cover of Sheet Music for Samson, an Oratorio by Handel, published in 1759 (engraving)

Cover of Sheet Music for Samson, an Oratorio by Handel, published in 1759 (engraving)
XJF323038 Cover of Sheet Music for Samson, an Oratorio by Handel, published in 1759 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Frederick Handel (1685-1759)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Titlepage to Francis Bacons The History of Life and Death

Titlepage to Francis Bacons The History of Life and Death
XJF377206 Titlepage to Francis Bacons The History of Life and Death, published in 1638 (print) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Frontispiece to Francis Bacons The History of Life and Death

Frontispiece to Francis Bacons The History of Life and Death
XJF377207 Frontispiece to Francis Bacons The History of Life and Death, published in 1638 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: L Affaire Desclaux, Cover of Le Mot magazine

L Affaire Desclaux, Cover of Le Mot magazine
740555 L Affaire Desclaux, Cover of Le Mot magazine, Februrary 20 1915 (letterpress & litho) by Iribe, Paul (1883-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Dramatis Personae for Samson, an Oratorio by Handel, published in 1759 (engraving)

Dramatis Personae for Samson, an Oratorio by Handel, published in 1759 (engraving)
XJF336967 Dramatis Personae for Samson, an Oratorio by Handel, published in 1759 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Frederick Handel (1685-1759)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: The Dublin

The Dublin
Front-cover of The Illustrated London News showing a crowd of spectators watching the events on Sackville Street (called O Connell Street by the Irish)

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Jumbos Joy in the Hot Weather, cover of The Illustrated London News

Jumbos Joy in the Hot Weather, cover of The Illustrated London News
XJF438415 Jumbos Joy in the Hot Weather, cover of The Illustrated London News, July 4th 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageFrontcover Collection: Albert Einstein on the cover of News Review, 16th May 1946 (print)

Albert Einstein on the cover of News Review, 16th May 1946 (print)
XJF377201 Albert Einstein on the cover of News Review, 16th May 1946 (print) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)


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"Frontcover: A Glimpse into the Past and Present" Step back in time to 1966 with the London Life front cover, capturing the essence of an era long gone. Delve even further into history with the engraved cover of Handel's Messiah sheet music, published in 1742, a true masterpiece that continues to inspire generations. The black and white photo on another sheet music cover for Handel's Samson oratorio, published in 1759, transports us to a bygone era filled with musical brilliance. Journey across borders to The Dublin, where stories unfold within its captivating pages. Francis Bacon's The History of Life and Death beckons readers through its title page and frontispiece engravings, offering profound insights into human existence. Explore scandalous tales like L'Affaire Desclaux as depicted on Le Mot magazine's enticing cover. Discover the characters behind Handel's Samson oratorio through an enchanting engraving showcasing their dramatic personas. Marvel at delicate ivory figures that encapsulate beauty and craftsmanship from times past. Mrs Vernon Castle (Irene) graces yet another frontcover - her elegance epitomizing gracefulness during her time. Feel Jumbo's joy amidst hot weather as illustrated on The Illustrated London News' vibrant cover. Lastly, witness Albert Einstein himself featured on News Review's print edition from May 16th, 1946 - a testament to his genius mind shaping our understanding of science forever. These diverse frontcovers offer glimpses into different aspects of life throughout history; each one telling its own unique story while connecting us all through shared experiences across time.