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"Unveiling the Stories: Handwritten Treasures from History's Pages" Step into a world of handwritten wonders, where history comes alive through ink and paper

Background imageHand Written Collection: Mendeleyevs periodic table, 1869

Mendeleyevs periodic table, 1869. Mendeleyevs periodic table of 1869. This is the first version of the periodic table drawn up by the Russian chemist Dmitri Ivanovich Mendeleyev (1834-1907)

Background imageHand Written Collection: NADIA-JULIETTE BOULANGER, French music teacher

NADIA-JULIETTE BOULANGER, French music teacher
NADIA-JULIETTE BOULANGER (1887-1979), French music teacher and conductor. Her students included Aaron Copland, Roy Harris, Lennox Berkeley, Virgil Thomson and Leonard Bernstein. Date: early 1960s

Background imageHand Written Collection: Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink)

Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink)
985820 Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink) by Berger, Anthony (fl.1861-65); 10.1x6.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham Lincoln)

Background imageHand Written Collection: April, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving)

April, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving)
986032 April, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving) by Casteels, Pieter (1684-1749) (after); 46.8x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: April, from Twelve Months of Flowers)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Luggage label, Zeppelin to South America

Luggage label, Zeppelin to South America
Luggage label, Deutsche Zeppelin-Reederei (Airline) for the LZ 129 Hindenburg flight to South America. The passenger is a Mrs Sinclair, destination Rio de Janeiro, berth number 32. 1936

Background imageHand Written Collection: Records of first UK aerial mail service

Records of first UK aerial mail service
Thepostmasters official handwrittenrecordsrelatingto thefirst UKaerialmail service from London to Windsor andWindsor to LondoninSeptember1911. 1911

Background imageHand Written Collection: SOS message from Titanic

SOS message from Titanic
A wireless message received by the Russian steamer Birma from the Titanic about five minutes after Titanic struck the iceberg that sank her

Background imageHand Written Collection: A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c. 1921 (sepia photo)

A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c. 1921 (sepia photo)
985676 A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c.1921 (sepia photo) by Halberstadt, Max (1882-1940); 35.6x25.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Family tree

Family tree. Magnifying glass being held over a section of a family tree

Background imageHand Written Collection: Her Majesty Queen Victorias First Entry into Brighton Oct

Her Majesty Queen Victorias First Entry into Brighton Oct
985719 Her Majesty Queen Victorias First Entry into Brighton Oct. 4th 1837, 1837 (watercolour, pen and ink, pencil) by Cruikshank

Background imageHand Written Collection: Selection of Titanic items

Selection of Titanic items
A selection of items from the ill-fated SS Titanic: 1. Receipts 2. Turkish Bath ticket 3. Certificate of Discharge 4. Carpet sample

Background imageHand Written Collection: Dinner menu hand-written on a publicity card for Theophile Roederer & Co. Champagne

Dinner menu hand-written on a publicity card for Theophile Roederer & Co. Champagne
545106 Dinner menu hand-written on a publicity card for Theophile Roederer & Co. Champagne. Late 19th century (food and alcohol advertising in engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageHand Written Collection: Restaurant menu hand-written on a publicity card for Heidsieck Champagne showing men

Restaurant menu hand-written on a publicity card for Heidsieck Champagne showing men
545108 Restaurant menu hand-written on a publicity card for Heidsieck Champagne showing men and women enjoying a pre-dinner glass of Champagne

Background imageHand Written Collection: Facsimile of a letter by William Makepeace Thackeray, 1860 (engraving)

Facsimile of a letter by William Makepeace Thackeray, 1860 (engraving)
5309203 Facsimile of a letter by William Makepeace Thackeray, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Facsimile of a letter by William Makepeace Thackeray)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Facsimile of a corrected letter by Samuel Johnson, 1780 (engraving)

Facsimile of a corrected letter by Samuel Johnson, 1780 (engraving)
5309210 Facsimile of a corrected letter by Samuel Johnson, 1780 (engraving); (add.info.: Facsimile of a corrected letter by Samuel Johnson)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Galloping Horse, 1944-45 (ink on paper)

Galloping Horse, 1944-45 (ink on paper)
1764897 Galloping Horse, 1944-45 (ink on paper) by Xu Beihong (1895-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Galloping Horse. Xu Beihong (1895-1953). Ink on paper

Background imageHand Written Collection: volkswagen combi green classic

volkswagen combi green classic
Lembayung senja studio

Background imageHand Written Collection: Don't Be Like the Rest Quote

Don't Be Like the Rest Quote
Orara Studio

Background imageHand Written Collection: Illuminated page of Wenceslaus and Charles VI

Illuminated page of Wenceslaus and Charles VI
3782300 Illuminated page of Wenceslaus and Charles VI; (add.info.: Illuminated page, with bordering, depicting Wenceslaus IV, King of Bohemia, and Charles VI, King of France)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Arnold Schoenberg hand written score for Kammersymphonie

Arnold Schoenberg hand written score for Kammersymphonie
3913243 Arnold Schoenberg hand written score for Kammersymphonie by Schoenberg, Arnold (1874-1951); (add.info.: Arnold Schoenberg hand written score for Kammersymphonie')

Background imageHand Written Collection: Ed Hennessey, 1947 (oil on canvas laid on board)

Ed Hennessey, 1947 (oil on canvas laid on board)
985344 Ed Hennessey, 1947 (oil on canvas laid on board) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 29.5x20.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ed Hennessey. Walt Kuhn (1877-1949). Oil on canvas laid on board

Background imageHand Written Collection: Signature of Caroline Lavinia Scott Harrison (pen & ink on paper)

Signature of Caroline Lavinia Scott Harrison (pen & ink on paper)
KW271358 Signature of Caroline Lavinia Scott Harrison (pen & ink on paper) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHand Written Collection: A signed and dated Syrian ceramic tile, painted in managanese, blue and brown, dated 1699

A signed and dated Syrian ceramic tile, painted in managanese, blue and brown, dated 1699
1766425 A signed and dated Syrian ceramic tile, painted in managanese, blue and brown, dated 1699, 1699 (ceramic) by Syrian School

Background imageHand Written Collection: Self-portrait, 1873 (pencil on paper)

Self-portrait, 1873 (pencil on paper)
1195561 Self-portrait, 1873 (pencil on paper) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); 21.5x18.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageHand Written Collection: Study of a Rhododendron, 1915 (pencil and w / c on paper)

Study of a Rhododendron, 1915 (pencil and w / c on paper)
1199519 Study of a Rhododendron, 1915 (pencil and w/c on paper) by Mackintosh, Charles Rennie (1868-1928) & MacDonald Mackintosh

Background imageHand Written Collection: Portrait of Blanche Marchesi, 1910 (black chalk on paper)

Portrait of Blanche Marchesi, 1910 (black chalk on paper)
986083 Portrait of Blanche Marchesi, 1910 (black chalk on paper) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 63x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Blanche Marchesi)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Female Peony, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Female Peony, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986025 Female Peony, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Female Peony; Pivoine femelle)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Double Poppy, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Double Poppy, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986018 Double Poppy, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Double Poppy; Pavot Double)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Portrait photograph of William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), signed, W

Portrait photograph of William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), signed, W
985759 Portrait photograph of William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891), signed, W. Sherman (General), c.1869 (photographic plate) by Brady

Background imageHand Written Collection: A signed carte-de-visite photograph of Abraham Lincoln, 1861 (carte-de-visite)

A signed carte-de-visite photograph of Abraham Lincoln, 1861 (carte-de-visite)
985677 A signed carte-de-visite photograph of Abraham Lincoln, 1861 (carte-de-visite) by Gardner, Alexander (1821-82); 9.4x6.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c. 1878 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c. 1878 (oil on canvas)
985457 Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c.1878 (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 45.7x38.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Mary Turner Austin)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Design for benches and a table, shown in elevation and section plan, 1898 (pencil

Design for benches and a table, shown in elevation and section plan, 1898 (pencil
991025 Design for benches and a table, shown in elevation and section plan, 1898 (pencil, watercolour) by Mackintosh, Charles Rennie (1868-1928); 31x54.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Arabesque Dancer in Profile View, 1885-90 (pastel and charcoal on paper)

Arabesque Dancer in Profile View, 1885-90 (pastel and charcoal on paper)
990617 Arabesque Dancer in Profile View, 1885-90 (pastel and charcoal on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 23.5x33.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHand Written Collection: La Seine au Jardin des Plantes, 1884 (oil on canvas)

La Seine au Jardin des Plantes, 1884 (oil on canvas)
652781 La Seine au Jardin des Plantes, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Signac, Paul (1863-1935); 45x81.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Seine au Jardin des Plantes. Paul Signac (1863-1935)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Tanka Boats on the Shore, (pen and brown ink, light brown and blue wash)

Tanka Boats on the Shore, (pen and brown ink, light brown and blue wash)
651942 Tanka Boats on the Shore, (pen and brown ink, light brown and blue wash) by Chinnery, George (1774-1852); 23.5x18.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tanka Boats on the Shore)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Tilforladelig Kort over Eglandet St. Croix udi America, Copenhagen, 1754

Tilforladelig Kort over Eglandet St. Croix udi America, Copenhagen, 1754
828371 Tilforladelig Kort over Eglandet St. Croix udi America, Copenhagen, 1754, 1754 (hand coloured engraving) by Unknown artist

Background imageHand Written Collection: Portrait of Sir Francis Drake, (copper-engraving)

Portrait of Sir Francis Drake, (copper-engraving)
828370 Portrait of Sir Francis Drake, (copper-engraving) by Hondius, Jodocus (1567-1611); 38.7x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Sir Francis Drake. Jodocus Hondius (1567-1611)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Pages from a sample book, 1890-1895 (textile & paper)

Pages from a sample book, 1890-1895 (textile & paper)
2972989 Pages from a sample book, 1890-1895 (textile & paper) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Background imageHand Written Collection: The Break-Up Letter, 1890 (pastel on paper)

The Break-Up Letter, 1890 (pastel on paper)
987325 The Break-Up Letter, 1890 (pastel on paper) by Carrier-Belleuse, Pierre (1851-1933); 99x71 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Break-Up Letter; Le Lettre de Rupture)

Background imageHand Written Collection: November, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving)

November, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving)
986033 November, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving) by Casteels, Pieter (1684-1749) (after); 46.8x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: November, from Twelve Months of Flowers)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Iris Susiana (Mourning Iris), c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Iris Susiana (Mourning Iris), c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986030 Iris Susiana (Mourning Iris), c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Dutch Rose, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Dutch Rose, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986029 Dutch Rose, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dutch Rose; Rose d Hollande)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Martagon Lily, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Martagon Lily, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986028 Martagon Lily, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Martagon Lily; Lys Martagon)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Bouquet Narcissus, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Bouquet Narcissus, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986024 Bouquet Narcissus, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bouquet Narcissus; Bouquet a Narcisse)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Yellow Lily, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Yellow Lily, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986023 Yellow Lily, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Yellow Lily; Lys jaune)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Black Hellebore, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)

Black Hellebore, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986021 Black Hellebore, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Black Hellebore; Hellebore noire)

Background imageHand Written Collection: Dancer, Back View, (pastel and charcoal on pink paper)

Dancer, Back View, (pastel and charcoal on pink paper)
1196027 Dancer, Back View, (pastel and charcoal on pink paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 31x23.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Background imageHand Written Collection: Red and White Currants, 1818 (pencil and w / c on paper)

Red and White Currants, 1818 (pencil and w / c on paper)
1195554 Red and White Currants, 1818 (pencil and w/c on paper) by Tolstoy, Fedor Petrovich (1783-1873); 15.5x24 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright



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"Unveiling the Stories: Handwritten Treasures from History's Pages" Step into a world of handwritten wonders, where history comes alive through ink and paper. From Mendeleyev's groundbreaking periodic table in 1869 to Nadia-Juliette Boulanger's musical notes that shaped generations, each stroke tells a tale. A postcard from Tom Mudd aboard the RMS Titanic takes us back to an era of grandeur and tragedy, while Sigmund Freud's signed photograph captures his enigmatic presence in sepia tones. Travel through time with a luggage label bound for South America on a majestic Zeppelin, or delve into the records of the first UK aerial mail service that revolutionized communication. The haunting SOS message sent by Titanic echoes through decades, reminding us of human resilience amidst adversity. April blooms vividly in Twelve Months of Flowers' color engraving from 1730, showcasing nature's timeless beauty. Abraham Lincoln leaves his mark with a signed carte-de-visite adorned with gold-ruled borders and intricate vignettes – an artifact embodying his legacy during turbulent times. Witness Her Majesty Queen Victoria's triumphant entry into Brighton as captured in rare photographs. Explore your roots with a captivating family tree that connects you to past generations and their stories. Finally, immerse yourself in an assortment of Titanic items – remnants salvaged from its watery grave – evoking emotions tied to one of history's most fateful voyages. These handwritten treasures transcend time, bridging gaps between eras and offering glimpses into lives lived long ago. Each stroke carries whispers of forgotten tales waiting to be discovered anew.