Translation Collection (#10)

King Alfred translating the Psalms (engraving)
5212846 King Alfred translating the Psalms (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Alfred translating the Psalms)

African Bloodhounds in the Gardens of the Zoological Society
5893790 African Bloodhounds in the Gardens of the Zoological Society. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: The African Bloodhounds in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Sloth bear, Melursus ursinus. Vulnerable
5893783 Sloth bear, Melursus ursinus. Vulnerable. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Sloth bear, Melursus ursinus. Vulnerable. The Ursine Sloth in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Moose or elk, Alces alces
5893779 Moose or elk, Alces alces. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Moose or elk, Alces alces. The Moose, Deer or Elk in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Leopards, Panthera pardus
5893758 Leopards, Panthera pardus. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Leopards, Panthera pardus, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Lion, Tigress and Cubs
5893754 Lion, Tigress and Cubs. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Lion, Pantera leo, Tigress, Panthera tigris, and hybrid cubs in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

North American beaver, Castor canadensis
5893749 North American beaver, Castor canadensis. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: North American beaver, Castor canadensis. The beavers in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Brown bear, Ursus arctos
5893748 Brown bear, Ursus arctos. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Brown bear, Ursus arctos. The bearts in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

The Waterfall of Niagara, 1829 (engraving)
5893739 The Waterfall of Niagara, 1829 (engraving) by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: The Waterfall of Niagara. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Smellies translation of Count)

American bison or buffalo, Bison bison
5893769 American bison or buffalo, Bison bison. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: American bison or buffalo, Bison bison. The American Bison in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

African hunting dog, Lycaon pictus
5893764 African hunting dog, Lycaon pictus. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: African hunting dog, Lycaon pictus)

Georg Friedrich Rudolph Theodor Herwegh (1817-1875) German poet
XEE4182271 Georg Friedrich Rudolph Theodor Herwegh (1817-1875) German poet, revolutionary and translator. by Unknown Artist

Robert Morrison (engraving)
816400 Robert Morrison (engraving) by Chinnery, George (1774-1852) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Morrison (1782-1834)

Arabic alphabet (engraving)
810261 Arabic alphabet (engraving) by French School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Alexander Pope and his mother (engraving)
816204 Alexander Pope and his mother (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Pope and his mother)

Gulliver scavenges food and disappears between two sorrel leaves from French Edition of
3514761 Gulliver scavenges food and disappears between two sorrel leaves from French Edition of Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift by Gavarni

The scientists of Lordbruldrud examine Gulliverfrom French Edition of Gulliver
3514764 The scientists of Lordbruldrud examine Gulliverfrom French Edition of Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift by Gavarni

Morrison of China (colour litho)
3104475 Morrison of China (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Morrison of China)

Code of Napoleon the Great for the Kingdom of Italy, open at the titlepage
616915 Code of Napoleon the Great for the Kingdom of Italy, open at the titlepage, published Firenze, Molini, Landi et Cie, 1806 (printed paper) by Italian School

King Alfred translating the Psalms (litho)
STC415939 King Alfred translating the Psalms (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred the Great (849-899)

Title page to Amorous Fiammetta by Giovanni Boccaccio
XJF451359 Title page to Amorous Fiammetta by Giovanni Boccaccio, English translation published in 1587 (engraving) by English School

Translating the Old Testament (chromolitho)
3093659 Translating the Old Testament (chromolitho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Translating the Old Testament. Ubersetzung des alten Testamentes)

Luther disguised as Junker Jorg in Wartburg translation of the New Testament (chromolitho)
3093651 Luther disguised as Junker Jorg in Wartburg translation of the New Testament (chromolitho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Napoleonic code of civil procedure for the French departements of the Rhine left bank
619786 Napoleonic code of civil procedure for the French departements of the Rhine left bank, open at the titlepage, Koln, 1809 (printed paper) by German School

Phonetic table of demotic writing and hieroglyphics, addressed to Bon-Joseph Dacier
JHG162119 Phonetic table of demotic writing and hieroglyphics, addressed to Bon-Joseph Dacier (1742-1833) 1822 (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Champollion

The first English translation of the Bible presented to Henry VIII (engraving)
5220859 The first English translation of the Bible presented to Henry VIII (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Translation of Enoch, by Le Brun (engraving)
5202224 The Translation of Enoch, by Le Brun (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Translation of Enoch, by Le Brun)

Zebu, Bos primigenius indicus
5893770 Zebu, Bos primigenius indicus. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Zebu, indicine cattle or humped cattle, Bos primigenius indicus The Zebus in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Black Panther, Panthera pardus or Panthera onca
5893760 Black Panther, Panthera pardus or Panthera onca. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: Black Panther, Panthera pardus or Panthera onca, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

The Lion Cubs in the Gardens of the Zoological Society
5893752 The Lion Cubs in the Gardens of the Zoological Society. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: The Lion Cubs, Panthera leo, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

La nature - nature (engraving)
5997573 La nature - nature (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La nature - nature)

Les habitations - dwellings (engraving)
5997572 Les habitations - dwellings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les habitations - dwellings)

La geographie physique - physical geography (engraving)
5997568 La geographie physique - physical geography (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La geographie physique - physical geography)

Le greement - the rigging of a ship (engraving)
5997559 Le greement - the rigging of a ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le greement - the rigging of a ship)

The Caracal or Lynx
5893762 The Caracal or Lynx. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: The Caracal, Caracal caracal, or Eurasian lynx, Lynx lynx, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

White or Silver Lions, Panthera leo melanochaita
5893751 White or Silver Lions, Panthera leo melanochaita. by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: White or Silver Lions, Panthera leo melanochaita, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Jacques Amyot eveque d Auxerre, writer and translator (1513-1593) - in "
LSE4084265 Jacques Amyot eveque d Auxerre, writer and translator (1513-1593) - in " Le Plutarque francais", by Mennechet, Paris, 1844-47 by French School

The Italian Letter-Writer (engraving)
2786724 The Italian Letter-Writer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Italian Letter-Writer. Illustration for Chatterbox (1876)

Sketch for Wycliffe Reading His Translation, 1847 (oil on board)
1128396 Sketch for Wycliffe Reading His Translation, 1847 (oil on board) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 18x244 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire

28 juillet 1840, translation des cendres des victimes des trois journees de Juillet 1830 (engraving)
963252 28 juillet 1840, translation des cendres des victimes des trois journees de Juillet 1830 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 28 juillet 1840)

Translation de la colonne le 21 avril 1858 (engraving)
962954 Translation de la colonne le 21 avril 1858 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Translation de la colonne le 21 avril 1858)

Portrait of Christoph Martin Wieland (1733-1813) German poet, translator and editor
XEE4181919 Portrait of Christoph Martin Wieland (1733-1813) German poet, translator and editor. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Friedrich Ruckert Poet and German Orientalist Translator (1788-1866)
XEE4182568 Portrait of Friedrich Ruckert Poet and German Orientalist Translator (1788-1866). by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Henry VIII. and his Council ordaining the translation of the Bible into English - 1538
XEE4163213 Henry VIII. and his Council ordaining the translation of the Bible into English - 1538 - engraving from " History of England" by Cassell Petter & Galpin by English School

Martin Luther translating the bible into German (engraving)
3647728 Martin Luther translating the bible into German (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther translating the bible into German)

Martin Luther translating the Bible into German (engraving)
3647424 Martin Luther translating the Bible into German (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther translating the Bible into German)

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Translation is a powerful tool that bridges the gaps between cultures, languages, and time periods. It allows us to understand and appreciate the beauty of diverse art forms, literature, and scientific discoveries from around the world. In "The Circle of Chalk, " Anna May Wong's captivating performance transcends language barriers as her emotions are universally understood by audiences worldwide. Similarly, the French edition poster advertising David Copperfield showcases how translation brings classic literature to new audiences. Martin Luther, a German theologian, used his translations of religious texts to ignite a revolution that forever changed Christianity. His work paved the way for religious freedom and understanding across different regions. Even in science, translation plays a crucial role. The bacterial ribosome acts as nature's translator by decoding genetic information into functional proteins essential for life itself. Traveling back in time to ancient Persia reveals an exquisite 13th-century artwork depicting a Persian pharmacy. This masterpiece not only showcases artistic talent but also serves as a window into medical practices through translation of symbols and imagery. The Greek-Latin Dictionary stands as evidence of early efforts to bridge linguistic gaps between two influential civilizations. Its creation allowed scholars to delve deeper into classical works and expand their knowledge beyond borders. Jean-Francois Champollion's notebook holds hieroglyphs that unlocked the mysteries of ancient Egypt when translated by this brilliant scholar himself. Through his dedication and expertise, he brought an entire civilization back to life on paper. During World War I, posters urging people to enlist were translated into various languages like Welsh with messages tailored specifically for each region's audience. Translation played a vital role in rallying support during times of conflict. Artistic expression knows no bounds when it comes to translation; even feast scenes from the Book of Esther come alive through stunning 15th-century artwork. These visual translations allow us insight into historical events while showcasing human creativity at its finest.