Grammarian Collection

Antonio de NEBRIJA (Antonio Martinez de Cala y Xarava, Antonius Nebrissensis, Antonius Lebrixen) (1441-1522)
CUL4856882 Antonio de NEBRIJA (Antonio Martinez de Cala y Xarava, Antonius Nebrissensis, Antonius Lebrixen) (1441-1522). English humanist and grammarian

Joseph Priestley English theologian, 19th century (engraving)
3733576 Joseph Priestley English theologian, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) an English theologian, English Dissenters clergyman, natural philosopher

Sir Thomas Elyot, English diplomat and scholar (1490-1546). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi
FLO4638391 Sir Thomas Elyot, English diplomat and scholar (1490-1546). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi after Hans Holbein from Facsimiles of Original Drawings by Hans

Joseph Priestley's gun barrel apparatus
5308238 Joseph Priestley's gun barrel apparatus.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Joseph Priestley's gun barrel apparatus which he used when he wished to examine gases from various substances)

Joseph Priestley's battery of Leyden jars
3733574 Joseph Priestley's battery of Leyden jars.; (add.info.: Print depicting Joseph Priestley's battery of Leyden jars)

Philétas instruisant Daphnis et Chloé, c.1875. Creator: Jules Elie Delaunay
Philetas instruisant Daphnis et Chloe, c.1875. Philitas of Cos instructing Daphnis and Chloe

Portrait of Nicander, published 1574. Creators: Unknown, Johannes Sambucus
Portrait of Nicander, published 1574

Chariot Mount with Three Figures, Late Roman or Byzantine, 300-500. Creator: Unknown
Chariot Mount with Three Figures, Late Roman or Byzantine, 300-500. Probably two orators and a grammarian

Noah Webster (1758-1843) engraved by Frederick W. Halpin (1805-80) (engraving)
STC186041 Noah Webster (1758-1843) engraved by Frederick W. Halpin (1805-80) (engraving) by Flagg, Jared Bradley (1820-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Celio Secondo Curione, Italian humanist
6039998 Celio Secondo Curione, Italian humanist. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celio Secondo Curione, Italian humanist, grammarian, editor and historian, 1503-1569)

William Lily (engraving)
663423 William Lily (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Lily. Illustration from unidentified late 19th century history of England)

Portrait Of Dr Joseph Priestly (1733-1804), 1800. Creator: Unknown
Portrait Of Dr Joseph Priestly (1733-1804), 1800. English chemist, natural philosopher, separatist theologian, grammarian, multi-subject educator

Lindley Murray, 1827. Creator: Asher Brown Durand
Lindley Murray, 1827

Olivet, (1682-1768), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Olivet, (1682-1768), 1830. Pierre-Joseph Thoulier d Olivet, Abbot of Olivet (1682-1768) French abbot, writer, grammarian and translator

Lowth, (1710-1787), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Lowth, (1710-1787), 1830. Robert Lowth (1710-1787) English Anglican bishop educated at Winchester College and New College, Oxford

Antonio de Nebrija (1444-1522), Spanish humanist and grammarian, engraving in the collection Illustrious Men

Pierre-Joseph Thoulier d Olivet, French clergyman and man of letters, 18th century. Pierre-Joseph Thoulier, Abbot d Olivet (1682-1768) was a grammarian and translator

Lindley Murray, 1745 - 1826. American Quaker lawyer, author and grammarian. His books on English grammar were extensively used in both English and American schools

James Harris, 1709 To 1780. English Politician And Grammarian. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Pierre-Joseph Thoulier D olivet, Abbot Of Olivet, 1682 To 1768. French Abbot, Writer, Grammarian And French Translator. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Marcus Mettius Epaphroditus Of Chaeroneia. Ancient Greek Grammarian Of The First Century. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

William Lilye Or Lily Circa 1468 To 1522. English Classical Grammarian And Scholar. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

History of the conquest of Al-andalus by Ibn al-Qutiyya
Ibn al-Qutiyya (? -977), known as the Cordoban. Hispano-arabic lexicographer, grammarian and writer. History of the conquest of Al-andalus. Copy of Manuscript 706. National Library. Paris. France

Jean Vigneron
JEAN VIGNERON French grammarian, having his bust decorated by a bevy of sympathetic females and their young cherubs... Date: 1642 - 1708

Joh Christ Adelung
JOHANN CHRISTOPH ADELUNG German grammarian. Date: 1732 - 1806

James Harris (Highmore)
JAMES HARRIS writer, grammarian, statesman Date: 1709 - 1780

James Harris (Bartolozzi
JAMES HARRIS writer, grammarian, statesman Date: 1709 - 1780

John Stanbridge
JOHN STANBRIDGE grammarian Date: 1463 - 1510

Lindley Murray - 2
LINDLEY MURRAY Scottish-born American grammarian and educational writer. Date: 1746 - 1826

Lindley Murray - 1
LINDLEY MURRAY Scottish-born American grammarian and educational writer. Date: 1746 - 1826

William Lily, Grammarian
WILLIAM LILY English grammarian, first high master of St Pauls school, London. Date: 1468 - 1522

James Harris, 1825 (engraving)
KW441318 James Harris, 1825 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: illustration from Crabbs Historical Dictionary depicting James Harris (1709-80)

Portrait of Marie Francois Gontier de Biran known as Maine de Biran (1766-1824)
XIR215563 Portrait of Marie Francois Gontier de Biran known as Maine de Biran (1766-1824), Portrait of Claude Favre de Vaugelas (1585-1650) engraved by Francois Seraphin Delpech (1778-1825)

1191926; out of copyright

1191902; out of copyright

WILLIAM LILY (c1468-1522). English grammarian. Title page to a 1533 edition of William Lilys book on English grammar

Title page of Vocabulary in Castilian and Mexican Language by Alonso de Molina, Mexico, 1572, the first dictionary printed in the New World

FABRA, Pompeu (1868-1948). Catalan grammarian
" FABRA, Pompeu (1868-1948). Catalan grammarian. The main author of the normative reform of contemporary Catalan language

NEBRIJA, Antonio Martinez de Cala, called Antonio
" NEBRIJA, Antonio Martinez de Cala, called Antonio de (1441-1522). Spanish humanist and grammarian. " Gramᴩ ca Latina" (Latin Grammar), work written by Juan de Z�

ARISTOTLE (384-332 BC); ABRIL, Pedro Simn (1530-1595). Greek philosopher.; Spanish grammarian and humanist. First

WILLIAM LILY (c1468-1522). English grammarian. At about age 52. Antique engraving

Aldus Manutius
ALDUS MANUTIUS (elder) (Manuzio) Italian grammarian and printer

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The art of grammar has a rich history, spanning centuries and continents. From the Late Roman or Byzantine era to the conquest of Al-Andalus by Ibn al-Qutiyya, grammarian figures have left their mark on our linguistic understanding. Jean Vigneron's Chariot Mount with Three Figures depicts this ancient pursuit in stunning detail. Noah Webster, renowned for his dictionary work, is immortalized in an engraving by Frederick W. Halpin. His contributions to American English cannot be overstated. Another notable figure is Celio Secondo Curione, an Italian humanist who dedicated his life to advancing grammatical knowledge. William Lily's engraving captures the essence of a man deeply committed to teaching proper language usage. Dr Joseph Priestly's portrait from 1800 showcases a scholar whose influence extended beyond grammar into various scientific fields. Lindley Murray's depiction by Asher Brown Durand reminds us of his significant role as an influential grammarian during the early 19th century. Olivet and Lowth, both depicted in engravings from 1830, contributed greatly to grammatical studies during their respective eras. Antonio de Nebrija stands out as a Spanish humanist and grammarian whose impact can still be felt today through his groundbreaking work on Spanish grammar. Lastly, Pierre-Joseph Thoulier d'Olivet represents France with his dedication to language study during the 18th century. These individuals exemplify the passion and dedication that grammarians throughout history have brought to unraveling the intricacies of language structure and usage. Their legacies continue to shape our understanding of communication today.