Letter A Collection

The Letter B, from The Alphabet, 1466-67. Creator: Master ES
The Letter B, from The Alphabet, 1466-67

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

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

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

Initial letter A on patterned background, 1520. 1520. Creator: Anon
Initial letter A on patterned background, 1520

Letter A, Aesthetic Anthropoid Apes Adopting Abnormally Apathetic Attitudes (colour litho)
5217827 Letter A, Aesthetic Anthropoid Apes Adopting Abnormally Apathetic Attitudes (colour litho) by Hammond, William (fl.1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter A)

Egg, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Egg, 1865

Presentation of Christ in the temple, c. 1340 (paint on vellum)
986265 Presentation of Christ in the temple, c.1340 (paint on vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); 11.2x10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Presentation of Christ in the temple)

Letter A, Ascension Difficile (colour litho)
5236071 Letter A, Ascension Difficile (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter A, Ascension Difficile)

Childrens Alphabet (coloured engraving)
5997601 Childrens Alphabet (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Childrens Alphabet)

French comic alphabet (colour litho)
6032825 French comic alphabet (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French comic alphabet)

Very large historiated letter A, showing the Resurrection, c
986166 Very large historiated letter A, showing the Resurrection, c.1400-1450 (coloured inks and gold leaf on vellum) by Tuscan School (15th century); 56.7x39 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Letter A (colour litho)
6032872 Letter A (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter A. Victorian scrap, late 19th century.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Laurenz Jans Koster, Frontispiece to Mechanick Exercises
4071275 Laurenz Jans Koster, Frontispiece to Mechanick Exercises: or The Doctrine of Handy-Works applied to the Art of Printing, pub

Childs Handbag, c. 1940. Creator: Gladys Cook
Childs Handbag, c. 1940

Walnut Savonarola Chair with Letters A. G. c. 1520 / 1540. Creator: Unknown
Walnut Savonarola Chair with Letters A.G. c. 1520/1540

Manuscript Illumination with the Holy Women at the Tomb in an Initial A... Italian, ca
Manuscript Illumination with the Holy Women at the Tomb in an Initial A, from an Antiphonary, Italian, ca. 1490-1500

Manuscript Illumination with Saint Dominic Saving the Church of Saint John Lateran in an Initial A, from a Gradual, Italian, mid-15th century

Initial A with the Battle of the Maccabees, Italian, ca. 1360-70. Creator: Unknown
Initial A with the Battle of the Maccabees, Italian, ca. 1360-70

Manuscript Illumination with Scenes of Easter in an Initial A, from an Antiphonary, Italian, ca. 1320. Women approach the tomb of Jesus to anoint his body but find an angel at his empty tomb

Manuscript Leaf with Foliated Initial A, from an Antiphonary, Italian, 14th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial A, from an Antiphonary, German, second quarter 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial A, from a Gradual, German, second quarter 15th century

Initial letter A with garlands, mid-16th century. mid-16th century
Initial letter A with garlands, mid-16th century

Murphy, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Livingstone, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Barry, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Krause, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Dygert, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Hartsel, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Davis, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Collins, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Anne de Pisseleu (1508-1576), Duchesse d Etampes, ca. 1535-40. Creator: Corneille de Lyon
Anne de Pisseleu (1508-1576), Duchesse d Etampes, ca. 1535-40. Renowned for her brilliance and beauty, Anne de Pisseleu was the mistress of Francis I. With letter A embroidered in gold thread

Manuscript Leaf with Initial A, from an Antiphonary, ca. 1425-50. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with Initial A, from an Antiphonary, ca. 1425-50

Manuscript Leaf Showing an Illuminated Initial A... second half of 14th-early 15th century
Manuscript Leaf Showing an Illuminated Initial A and The Resurrection, second half of 14th-early 15th century

Initial A with the Battle of the Maccabees, ca. 1360-70. Creator: Unknown
Initial A with the Battle of the Maccabees, ca. 1360-70. The Maccabees, dressed as medieval knights and carrying a banner marked " M, " triumphantly rout the Greek army from the city

Bifolium with Christ in Majesty in an Initial A, from an Antiphonary, ca. 1405. Creator: Unknown
Bifolium with Christ in Majesty in an Initial A, from an Antiphonary, ca. 1405

Advertising Board - Man, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Advertising Board-Man, 1872. A man earns his living by advertising with a sandwich board. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co

A - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
A - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

Henry in a Seedy State, 1897. Creator: John Leech
Henry in a " Seedy" State, 1897. Illustrated letter A - King Henry VIII looking glum. From " The Comic History of England" by Gilbert Abbott A Beckett

Laurenz Jans Koster, pub. 1683 (engraving). Creator: English School (17th Century)
Laurenz Jans Koster, Frontispiece to Mechanick Exercises: or The Doctrine of Handy-Works applied to the Art of Printing, pub. 1683 (engraving)

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

An A. B. C. of Everyday People - front page, 1903. Artist: John Hassall
An A.B.C. of Everyday People - front page, 1903. From An A.B.C. of Everyday People, by G. E. Farrow. [Dean & Son Limited, London, 1903]

Ace of Spades, c1929. From Cir-Q-Lar playing cards, first edition. [John Waddington Ltd, Leeds & London, c1929]

The Saxon Order of the Crown, c19th century
The Saxon Order of the Crown. The Order of the Rue Crown is a Dynastic order of the Kingdom of Saxony. It is named after the green floral crown of rue of the Coat of arms of Saxony

Letterpress Q and A on Book

Collection people animals letter A foreground left
Collection of people and animals with the letter A, In the foreground left some putti try to hold an eel in their hands. A monkey witnesses their unsuccessful attempt

Grund-riss des Confects auf der koniglichen Tafel, nach dem Caroussel, Beschreibung der Illumination zu Dressden bey der koniglichen sicilianischen in Vollmacht vollzogenen Vermahlung

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"The Letter A: From Ancient Art to Modern Design" The a rich and diverse history, as depicted in various artistic forms throughout the centuries. One notable example is the large historiated initial A from the 13th century, showcasing Judith's heroic act with a raised sword above a sleeping Holofernes. The intricate use of brown, red, white, and blue inks on a pink vellum background adds depth and vibrancy to this masterpiece. Moving forward to the 16th century, an anonymous creator crafted an initial letter A against a patterned backdrop. This design exemplifies the intricacy and attention to detail prevalent during that time period. However, not all depictions of the it can rooted in classical art. An intriguing lithograph titled "Letter A: Aesthetic Anthropoid Apes Adopting Abnormally Apathetic Attitudes" showcases anthropomorphic apes adopting peculiar postures while maintaining an air of indifference. This colorful artwork challenges traditional interpretations by embracing whimsy and imagination. In contrast, another captivating piece from the 14th century presents Christ's presentation at the temple through delicate paintwork on vellum. The inclusion of this scene within an ornate letter A highlights its significance within religious iconography. Fast-forwarding again to modern times, we encounter vibrant children's alphabets featuring playful illustrations that accompany each letter. These colored engravings engage young minds while fostering early literacy skills. French comic alphabets take things further by infusing humor into learning letters. Colorful lithographs depict amusing scenarios for each character—making language acquisition enjoyable for both children and adults alike. Returning to historical artistry yet again brings us face-to-face with another grandiose historiated letter—a depiction of resurrection adorning an oversized capital 'A. ' This awe-inspiring work captures one of Christianity's most profound moments with striking visuals that demand attention. Meanwhile, contemporary aesthetics find their place in a lithograph simply titled "Letter A.