Hand Writing Collection (page 5)

Signature of Henry James (colour litho)
KW387027 Signature of Henry James (colour litho) by American School; Private Collection; (add.info.: James (1843-1916), American-born author; ); Photo eKen Welsh; American, out of copyright

Handwriting and signature of George Washington, 1758 (pen & ink on paper)
KW478293 Handwriting and signature of George Washington, 1758 (pen & ink on paper) by American School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Washington (1732 -99)

BAUDELAIRE: JEANNE DUVAL. Drawing by Charles Baudelaire, of his muse, Jeanne Duval, mid-19th century

DAY SIX OF CREATION. The sixth day of creation (Genesis 1: 24-31). French manuscript illumination, c1250

ADAM AND EVE. The Expulsion from Paradise (Genesis 3: 22-24): French manuscript illumination, c1250

School punishment. Lines written as a punishment for talking without permission in a school lesson

ADAM AND EVE. The Creation of Eve (Genesis 2: 15-18, 21-23). French manuscript illumination, c1250

KNIGHT OF PRATO, 14th C. Illumination from a 14th century Italian manuscript

General Lees note agreeing to a surrender, 1865
Robert E. Lees letter to Ulysses S. Grant to arrange a surrender, 1865. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Signature of Maria Christina Henriette Desideria Felicitas Raineria of Austria, aka Maria Christina of Austria, 1858 - 1929. Queen of Spain as the second wife of King Alfonso XII

Signature of Diego de Deza, 1444 - 1523. Theologian and inquisitor of Spain. He succeeded Tomas de Torquemada to the post of Grand Inquisitor during the Spanish Inquisition

Kenneth Swain, Yorkshire County swimmer
KENNETH E SWAIN Yorkshire County swimmer, in costume, with large shield (swimming trophy). Date: September 1912

DAY TWO OF CREATION. (Genesis: 6-8). French manuscript illumination, c1250

MAP: DANUBE. French map, 18th century, with instructions for navigating the Danube River upstream from Orsova, Romania

ADAM AND EVE. The Fall (Genesis 3: 1-6). French manuscript illumination, c1250

KNIGHT, 14th CENTURY. An armed knight of Prato. Manuscript illustration, Italian, 14th century

PSCI2A-00080
Isaac Newtons handwritten solution of the brachystochrone, or curve of quickest descent. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Architect Charles Bulfinch, with his autograph. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

EXPL2A-00167
William Clarks sketch of Flathead Indians in his diary of the Lewis and Clark expedition, 1804-1806 Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph of Clarks handwritten page

EXPL2A-00339
William Clarks letter accepting Lewiss invitation to join the Corps of Discovery expedition, dated Clarksville 1803. Printed halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

William Clarks invitation from Meriwether Lewis, 1804
Meriwether Lewiss letter inviting William Clark to join the expedition to explore the Louisiana Territory. Printed halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

EXPL2A-00116
Diary kept by William Clark of the Lewis and Clark expedition 1804 - 1806. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century reproduction of the diary

Surrender of General Lee reported by General Grant, 1865
General Grant notifying Secretary Stanton of the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, 1865. Woodcut reproduction

Manuscript of Bradfords History of Plimoth Plantation
First page of Governor Bradfords manuscript, " History of Plimoth Plantation, " early 1600s. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

EVNT2A-00311
Henry Biglers diary entry marking James Marshalls gold discovery at Sutters Mill, California, 1848. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

EVRV2A-00232
Capitulation document from Lord Cornwallis to General Washington at Yorktown, 1781. Woodcut reproduction of the original manuscript with a watercolor wash

The Bloksberg Tryst
Undated handwritten text regarding and colour illustration of The Bloksberg Tryst. HPF/5C/52

Handwriting and signature of Thomas Jefferson, 1803 (pen & ink on paper)
KW478292 Handwriting and signature of Thomas Jefferson, 1803 (pen & ink on paper) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Jefferson (1743-182)

The hand-writing upon the wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, artist, London, 1803, Napoleon, Josephine, French soldiers and women seated at feast with dishes Bank of England, St

Illustration from Mirror of the Art of Writing by Jan van den Velde, published 1609
XJF701470 Illustration from Mirror of the Art of Writing by Jan van den Velde, published 1609 (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spieghel der schrijfkonste)

Handwriting and signature of John Keats (pen & ink on paper)
KW478295 Handwriting and signature of John Keats (pen & ink on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Keats (1795-1821). English Romantic poet

Handwriting and signature of Charles Dickens, 1857 (pen & ink on paper)
KW478294 Handwriting and signature of Charles Dickens, 1857 (pen & ink on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Dickens (1812-70). English novelist

Handwriting and signature of Samuel Pepys, 1700 (pen & ink on paper)
KW478290 Handwriting and signature of Samuel Pepys, 1700 (pen & ink on paper) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samuel Pepys (1633a'1703)

Handwriting and signature of William Eward Gladstone, 1852 (pen & ink on paper)
KW478291 Handwriting and signature of William Eward Gladstone, 1852 (pen & ink on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Ewart Gladstone (1809-98)

Handwriting and signature of Titus Oates, 1694 (pen & ink on paper)
KW478288 Handwriting and signature of Titus Oates, 1694 (pen & ink on paper) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Titus Oates (1649a'1705)

Handwriting and signature of Marie de Medici (pen & ink on paper)
KW478289 Handwriting and signature of Marie de Medici (pen & ink on paper) by Italian School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie de Medici (1575a'1642)

Instructions issued by Friedrich Wilhelm I (pen & ink on paper)
XPH365273 Instructions issued by Friedrich Wilhelm I (pen & ink on paper) by Frederick William I of Prussia, (1688-1740); Zentrales Staatsarchiv, Merseburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Napoleons Birth Certificate, 1769 (pen & ink on paper)
XPH335480 Napoleons Birth Certificate, 1769 (pen & ink on paper) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Hand-writing Upon The Wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, Artist, London, 1803, Napoleon, Josephine, French Soldiers And Women Seated At Feast With Dishes Bank Of England, St

John Ericssons sketch for turret ship, 1890
John Ericssons sketch for his revolving turret ship Monitor. This shows a domed turret which was changed to a cylindrical one. Wood engraving published 1890

Beach Cafe written on a coconut on Gili Trawangan, Gili Isles Archipelago, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

(1732-1794). American Revolutionary statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
RICHARD HENRY LEE (1732-1794). American Revolutionary statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

Religious amendment to the Virginia Declaration of Rights, 1776
VIRGINIA: BILL OF RIGHTS. Religious amendment to the Virginia Declaration of Rights, 1776

The first printing of the Declaration of Independence, also known as the Dunlop Broadside
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE The first printing of the Declaration of Independence, also known as the Dunlop Broadside. Printed by John Dunlop, in Philadelphia, 4 July 1776

Last page of the Treaty of Alliance between France and the United States, concluded in Paris, 6 February 1778
TREATY OF ALLIANCE, 1778. Last page of the Treaty of Alliance between France and the United States, concluded in Paris, 6 February 1778, and bearing the signatures of Benjamin Franklin, Silas Deane

Appointment of Alexander Hamilton to a lieutenant colonel in the Continental Army, March 1777
HAMILTON: APPOINTMENT, 1777. Appointment of Alexander Hamilton to a lieutenant colonel in the Continental Army, March 1777

Signature page of the Olive Branch Petition, adopted by the Continental Congress in July 1775
OLIVE BRANCH PETITION, 1775. Signature page of the Olive Branch Petition, adopted by the Continental Congress in July 1775, to prevent further conflict with Great Britain. The petition was rejected

Last page of the duplicate of the Treaty of Paris, signed 3 September 1783
TREATY OF PARIS, 1783. Last page of the duplicate of the Treaty of Paris, signed 3 September 1783

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"Unveiling History Through Handwriting: A Glimpse into the Past" In a world where digital communication dominates, there is something undeniably captivating about handwritten artifacts that have stood the test of time. Each stroke of ink on paper tells a unique story, offering us a window into moments long gone. The Galapagos Admiralty map by Fitzroy Beagle reveals the meticulous craftsmanship of an explorer's hand, mapping out uncharted territories with precision and curiosity. Meanwhile, the court record from the Salem witch trials transports us to a dark chapter in history, where penmanship served as evidence against innocent lives. Nadia-Juliette Boulanger's elegant French cursive captures her passion for music teaching, preserving her legacy through delicate curves and flourishes. The Beethoven Manuscript takes us back to 1806 when genius flowed onto paper; its musical notes whispering melodies that still resonate today. Among these treasures lies an unexpected duo - a Titanic whistle and Turkish Bath ticket - remnants of dreams shattered by tragedy. In contrast, Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip's marriage certificate symbolizes love eternal; their union forever etched in graceful calligraphy. The Reverend Stuart Holden's unused first-class ticket for the ill-fated Titanic serves as a haunting reminder of missed opportunities and unforeseen twists of fate. On another note, Tom Mudd's postcard echoes tales from aboard this majestic ship – words penned amidst hope or perhaps trepidation. Centuries ago, William Langland crafted his masterpiece Piers Plowman with quill and ink; his Middle English manuscript page now stands as testament to literary brilliance preserved through generations. Sigmund Freud's sepia-toned photograph bears both his signature and enigmatic gaze – capturing the essence of psychoanalysis within its frame. Lastly, Percy Bysshe Shelley’s handwriting dances across paper like poetry itself – each word carrying profound meaning imbued with romanticism and rebellion.