Twelfth Collection (page 9)

Sedum green roof. Garage roof covered with flowering Sedum sp. matting. Sedum plants are used for green roofs because they are drought tolerant, shallow rooting and require little maintenance

Twelfth cranial nerve (hypoglossal nerve, cranial nerve XII). Historical anatomical artwork of a side view of a dissected human neck showing veins (blue), arteries (red), muscles (red)

Masquerade Ball
Ball, Twelfth Night Masquerade, Stevens Residence

Double page spread in a diary for 12-17 August
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 12-17 August. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Theatricals at Tavistock House
A scene from Frozen Deep, a play by Mr Wilkie Collins staged at Charles Dickens residence, Tavistock House

My Lady Misrule
A fantasy illustration by Charles Robinson showing a woman dressed in a Twelfth Night costume, presumably about to attend a fancy dress party

Twelfth Night Entertainment at the Hanwell Lunatic Asylum
Inmates of the Hanwell Lunatic Asylum, a pioneering institution for the Victorian age which operated a non-restraint policy

Zachary Taylor / Wellstood
Zachary Taylor ka Old Rough-and-Ready American soldier, twelfth president

Shakespeare illustrated title page
An illustrated title page, showing vignette scenes from the Comedies, with Shakespeare himself above and below in youth and old age

Red Grouse Female heather moor. North Yorkshire. England, UK
ROY-80 Red Grouse - Female heather moor. North Yorkshire. England, UK lagopus lagopus Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Herakles and Cerberus
The twelfth labour - he subdues the three-headed dog Cerberus and drags him before king Eurystheus of Tiryns

LA Fete Du Roi
LA FETE DU ROI A boy finds the silver coin in his gateau which means he is the king - his mother prepares to crown him

French Soldiers Celebrat
French soldiers celebrate La Fete du Roi - the French equivalent of Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night Cake
TWELFTH NIGHT CAKE

12th Night / Viola Duel
Viola, disguised as a youth, finds herself called upon to fight a duel with sir Andrew Aguecheek - very much against her will

12th Night / Feste Song
Feste sings the song O mistress mine, where art thou roaming ?

12th Night / Viola / Duke
Viola - disguised as a youth - converses with the Duke

Charlotte Strathmore
CHARLOTTE MARIA (nee Barrington) countess of STRATHMORE wife of Thomas Lyon, twelfth earl

Twelfth Night Amusements
Christmas Gambols and Twelfth Night Amusements -songs, ditties, characters and parlour games

Twelfth Day Cake
Mama serves the Twelfth Day Cake to a party of children

Wassailing Fruit Trees
The traditional wassailing of the fruit trees on Twelfth Day Eve

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Twelfth: From Historical Battles to Shakespearean Comedy" Step into the fascinating world of "Twelfth, " a term that encompasses various events, traditions, and cultural references. One notable occurrence is "The Twelfth of July in Portadown, " a significant day for Orange Order parades in Northern Ireland. This annual celebration holds deep historical and cultural significance. Delving further back in time, we encounter an ancient map created by Muhammad al-Idrisi in Cairo during 1456. This masterpiece showcases the Arab geographer's intricate knowledge of the world at that time. Moving forward to more recent history, a British Military Recruitment Poster from the inter-war period catches our attention. It serves as a reminder of how societies mobilized their forces during times of conflict. Shifting gears towards folklore and customs, we encounter "Wassailing Apple Trees. " This age-old tradition involves singing and toasting apple trees to ensure bountiful harvests—a charming ritual passed down through generations. Stepping even further back into history, we stumble upon "The Battle of the Standard" or "Battle of Northallerton. " Fought on August 22nd, 1138, this clash between English and Scottish forces left its mark on Cowton forever. Taking center stage within literature is William Shakespeare's renowned play "Twelfth Night. " Act II Scene iv captivates audiences with its comedic brilliance brought to life by William Heath Robinson's illustrations. Intriguingly titled "Fashion for the Moors, " Gordon Conway captures an era where style transcended borders. Reflecting on fashion trends throughout history reminds us how cultures influence each other across continents. Continuing our exploration within Shakespeare's realm, another scene from his beloved comedy "Twelfth Night" unfolds before our eyes—an enchanting tale filled with mistaken identities and love triangles galore. Adding humor into this mix is a delightful cartoon depicting the characters of "Twelfth Night" celebrating January's Twelfth Night.