Significance Collection

Wilfrid Michael Voynich
WILFRID MICHAEL VOYNICH Lithuanian bookseller who 1912 discovered a coded manuscript, still undeciphered, supposed by some to contain information of great occult significance

The Golden Bough
The GOLDEN BOUGH, discovered by Aeneas, was a focal point of Roman belief; for the full story, read Sir James Frazers multi-volumed investigation into its significance

Vertumnus, 1591 (oil on panel)
3087099 Vertumnus, 1591 (oil on panel) by Arcimboldo, Giuseppe (1527-93); 70x58 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; (add.info.: Tribute to Emperor Rudolf II (1552-1612) Habsburg

Close-up of the hand of Ganga, a river goddess statue in Mul Cowk courtyard, Durbar Square, Patan, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, Asia

A La Suite d'un Article Signe: Boulimy
This sketch shows a group of four gentlemen interacting, visually representing the following caption, translated in English. Mr

Ferdinand And Miranda
This painting depicts a later scene from William Shackespeare's The Tempest, in which Miranda and Ferdinand are sat playing chess in a coastal countryside

Examine all Rail Vehicles
British Railway's staff information poster, designed by Frank Newbould, c.1950. This poster refers to the significance of checking trains to ensure the conveyance of traffic. Date: circa 1950

SHRUNKEN HEADS
Shrunken heads or Tsanta, prepared by the Jivaro tribes who believe that they hold magical powers and symbolic significance Date:

The Voyage of Life: Manhood (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
4073415 The Voyage of Life: Manhood (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 134.3 x 202.6 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
3928624 The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 134.3 x 194.9 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Impulsive Nose Denotes Quick Temper (colour litho)
3658230 The Impulsive Nose Denotes Quick Temper (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Impulsive Nose Denotes Quick Temper)

The Aggressive Nose Denotes Force of Character (colour litho)
3658162 The Aggressive Nose Denotes Force of Character (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Aggressive Nose Denotes Force of Character)

The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry (colour litho)
3658161 The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry)

The Commercial Nose Denotes Shrewdness (colour litho)
3658241 The Commercial Nose Denotes Shrewdness (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Commercial Nose Denotes Shrewdness)

The Voyage of Life: Childhood, 1842 (oil on canvas)
4073474 The Voyage of Life: Childhood, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 134.3 x 195.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Hawaii, the cross roads of the Pacific (litho)
3643770 Hawaii, the cross roads of the Pacific (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hawaii, the cross roads of the Pacific)

17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
3077547 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli by Mitelli, Giuseppe Maria (1634-1718); (add.info.: 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1632-1718)

The Doge of Venice visits the Holy See (oil on canvas)
704271 The Doge of Venice visits the Holy See (oil on canvas) by Palma Il Giovane (Jacopo Negretti) (1548-1628); Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
3077540 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli by Mitelli, Giuseppe Maria (1634-1718); (add.info.: 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1632-1718)

The Voyage of Life: Old Age, 1842 (oil on canvas)
3740462 The Voyage of Life: Old Age, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 133.4x196.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Voyage of Life: Manhood, 1842 (oil on canvas)
3740461 The Voyage of Life: Manhood, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 134.3x202.6 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
3077539 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli by Mitelli, Giuseppe Maria (1634-1718); (add.info.: 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1632-1718)

The Voyage of Life: Old Age (detail), 1842 (oil on canvas)
4073416 The Voyage of Life: Old Age (detail), 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 133.4 x 196.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry (colour litho)
3658223 The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry)

The Artistic Nose Denotes Refinement (colour litho)
3658177 The Artistic Nose Denotes Refinement (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Artistic Nose Denotes Refinement)

The Commercial Nose Denotes Shrewdness (colour litho)
3658176 The Commercial Nose Denotes Shrewdness (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Commercial Nose Denotes Shrewdness)

The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry (colour litho)
3658169 The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Inquisitive Nose Denotes Spirit of Enquiry)

17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
3077548 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli by Mitelli, Giuseppe Maria (1634-1718); (add.info.: 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1632-1718)

17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
3077553 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli by Mitelli, Giuseppe Maria (1634-1718); (add.info.: 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1632-1718)

17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
3077541 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli by Mitelli, Giuseppe Maria (1634-1718); (add.info.: 17th Century tarot cards by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1632-1718)

Aldgate pump located at the junction where Aldgate meets Fenchurch Street and Leadenhall Street. People thought that the water had medicinal purposes and collected bottles on Sundays

The Surrender of Santiago: Spanish buglers playing the retreat - rendered on this occasion especially solemn from its serious significance. Date: 1898

Sketch for View from Mount Holyoke, Northampton, Massachusetts, after a Thunderstorm (The Oxbow)
3469000 Sketch for View from Mount Holyoke, Northampton, Massachusetts, after a Thunderstorm (The Oxbow), 1836 (oil and pencil on composition board) by Cole

The Mountain Ford, 1846 (oil on canvas)
3468995 The Mountain Ford, 1846 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 71.8x101.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

Portrait of a librarian, c. 1566 (oil on canvas)
3087101 Portrait of a librarian, c.1566 (oil on canvas). by Arcimboldo, Giuseppe (1527-93); 98x71 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; (add.info)

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"Unveiling the Significance: A Journey through Art, Literature, and Curiosities" Step into a world where significance lies hidden within the realms of history, artistry, and human nature. From Wilfrid Michael Voynich's enigmatic manuscript to James George Frazer's profound exploration in "The Golden Bough, " each hint serves as a gateway to unraveling the depths of meaning. In Vertumnus, 1591 (oil on panel), we witness an artist's brush capturing the essence of transformation and disguise. Close-up of the hand of Ganga reveals a divine touch that symbolizes purity and devotion. A La Suite d'un Article Signe: Boulimy beckons us to ponder over societal obsessions with excess and consumption. Ferdinand And Miranda epitomize love amidst chaos, reminding us that true significance lies in genuine connections. As we examine all rail vehicles, we uncover not just modes of transportation but also symbols of progress and unity. Shrunken heads may seem macabre at first glance; however, they hold cultural significance for indigenous communities worldwide—a testament to their rich heritage. Of gluttonie, 1569 (woodcut) reminds us how vices can consume our lives if left unchecked. The Voyage of Life series takes us on an allegorical journey from youth to manhood—each detail encapsulating life's stages with profound symbolism. The Impulsive Nose Denotes Quick Temper captures a fleeting moment revealing character traits often overlooked but significant nonetheless. Through these diverse hints emerges a tapestry woven by humanity itself—a reminder that every stroke or word carries its own weight in meaning, and is up to us to decipher these intricate threads that connect past with present and unveil their timeless significance.