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Japanese girl practising calligraphy Date: 1909

Woman Writing at Desk
A French young lady is writing a letter at her desk with a quill-pen. Date: Circa 1760

Lesson Time by Muriel Dawson
A sweet child in an embroidered smock dress studiously writes upon a slate

Margery Crandon 7
Spirit photo of controversial American medium Margery, with alleged spirit faces. Few today would attempt a defence of Margery - writes investigator J Gordon Melton

Ancient Greek Writing
He writes on a wax tablet with a stylus

Stylish young lady writing a letter sitting on cushions
A stylish young lady seated on a set of plump and elaborate cushions, writing a series of blank letters to a male friend, as a lead-up to an April Fools Day prank! Date: 1923

Froissart / Chronicles
JEAN FROISSART - French chronicler in his study

Avebury Landscape / 1723
Prospect of the Temple on Overton Hill - The Hakpen or head of the snake in the ruins. Stukeley writes: Abury..the chief patriarchal..temple of the island

John Bunyan in Prison writing The Pilgrims Progress
John Bunyan (1628-1688) - English writer and Puritan preacher - writing The Pilgrims Progress during his twelve-year imprisonment (between 1661 and 1672)

Letter to Laura Francatelli, RMS Titanic survivor
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. Previously unseen letter dated 5th May 1938 on United Artists Studio Corporation, Hollywood notepaper to Titanic First Class passenger Laura Mabel Francatelli

White Star Line, RMS Titanic - Charles Crumplin letter
White Star Line, RMS Titanic - First Class Bedroom Steward and victim Charles Crumplin, handwritten letter on Titanic stationery with White Star Line watermark, undated but written from Queenstown

White Flowers
Painting of an array of white flowers, by the Queen of Roumania who is keenly interested in all the arts. She writes poems and novels, and, as seen here, is an artist with skill and a personal touch

She writes Sempre (always) in the sand - but the next tide will wash her thought away Date: circa 1900
She writes Sempre (always) in the sand - but the next tide will wash her thought away... Date: circa 1900

Young lady (off on her hols!) sends a quick postcard
Life is short as time will show - If you don t get this, please let me know. Date: circa 1910s

Edward VI writes the journal of his life (engraving)
973350 Edward VI writes the journal of his life (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward VI writes the journal of his life)

With the Sherbro Expeditionary Force in Sierra Leone, an Attack on the "3rd West India"Camp (litho)
1063488 With the Sherbro Expeditionary Force in Sierra Leone, an Attack on the " 3rd West India" Camp (litho) by Nash

Celebrities of the Day, Mr John Ruskin (engraving)
1061930 Celebrities of the Day, Mr John Ruskin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celebrities of the Day, Mr John Ruskin)

Sketches of "Coercion", the Prison Life of an Irish MP (engraving)
1595439 Sketches of " Coercion", the Prison Life of an Irish MP (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of " Coercion")

Whats new in aviation (colour litho)
2809130 Whats new in aviation (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aviation news)

A Temporary Misunderstanding, which all ended in Smoke (engraving)
1047342 A Temporary Misunderstanding, which all ended in Smoke (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Temporary Misunderstanding, which all ended in Smoke)

Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces (engraving)
1062517 Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces)

Great Snakes! (engraving)
1062480 Great Snakes! (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Snakes! Illustration for The Graphic)

Browns Betrothal, a Seaside Comedy (engraving)
1614246 Browns Betrothal, a Seaside Comedy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Browns Betrothal, a Seaside Comedy)

The Cultivation of Art in the Far East (engraving)
1055814 The Cultivation of Art in the Far East (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cultivation of Art in the Far East)

Man Writes Check Date: 1948

The Money Lenders Date: 1600

JAPANESE SHOPPING LIST
The Japanese lady of the house writes out her shopping list for her maid. The maid does not take any money to the shops with her and all accounts are settled monthly. Date: 1930s

GOD THE COMMANDER
God writes ten commandments, for the instruction of his chosen people, graving them in stone. When hes done, Moses will present them to the assembled public. Date: BCE

LADY WRITES LETTER
A lady sits and thinks about what to write in her letter. Date: 1960s

The Distresst Poet
A distresst poet writes the verses which will, he hopes, bring him enough money to buy new clothes, food and drink, and enable him to move to somewhat better accommodation. Date: circa 1750

GRESSET WRITES
There was a French poet named Gresset, who was trying to write an essay, but the ink from his quill would splutter and spill, making poor Gressets essay so messy ! Date: circa 1750

SOLDIER WRITES HOME
A World War One soldier writes his Christmas letter home Date: 1914

Cat writes Letter with Fountain Pen

Ludwig van beethoven, 1770-1827, german composer of the first viennese school, historic woodcut, ca. 1880

Allegory history Great Britain portrait Isaac de Larrey
Allegory on the history of Great Britain with the portrait of Isaac de Larrey, The personification history, sitting on the floor

Christ adulterous woman Several Pharisees bring
Christ and the adulterous woman, Several Pharisees bring into the temple A woman caught in adultery with Christ. The Pharisees ask what Christ thinks of the law of Moses stating that such women must

Christ adulterous woman Pharisees bring woman caught
Christ and the adulterous woman, Pharisees bring a woman caught in adultery to Christ to ask him for a judgment. Christ is kneeling and writes text on the floor with his finger

women rulers world Scenes Apocrypha Bible Book 3 Esdras
The women as rulers of the world Scenes from the Apocrypha Bible Book 3 Esdras (series title), The women as rulers of the world. Allegorical scene with women who have power over men

ignorant seekers series title object Shiba ShAśjAś
The ignorant seekers (series title on object), Shiba Shojo (d. 126 BC) writes a wish on a pole on the bank of a waterfall. With two poems. Totoya Hokkei (mentioned on object), Japan, c

An Evangelist Writes A Sacred Text And Receives A Revelation. After A 9Th Century Miniature. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

WW1 - Emilienne Moreau, Heroine of Loos - Croix de Guerre
Emilienne Moreau-Evrard (18981971) - French heroine of World War I (where she won the Croix de Guerre due to her bravery at Loos) and World War II

Japan - Geisha Girls kneels at her low writing table to finish a letter Date: circa 1904

Rudolph Valentino in The Eagle (1925)
Italian Movie Actor Rudolph Valentino (1895-1926) - seen here in the role of Vladimir Dubrovsky, a Cossack in the Russian Army in the silent film The Eagle (1925). Date: 1925

Wartime Messenger Dog
A soldier writes a message to give back to a French messenger dog on the Western Front in Belgium during World War I in 1917

Lord Roberts writing despatches in a transport wagon, during the Second Boer War (1899-1902) 1900

Lady on a south coast beach writing postcards to family. Date: 1937

WW1 - To My Dear One - A Drummer pens a poem to his love, using his magnificent bass drum as a writing stand. " Though from your side I am away; My thoughts are with you night & day; With eyes

Laurens Coster, Child
LAURENS JANSZOON COSTER Dutch printer : as a child, he writes in the earth, demonstrating a precocious proclivity for the printers profession. Date: 1370 - 1440

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In a world where technology dominates communication, the art of writing still holds its charm. From the delicate strokes of a Japanese girl practicing calligraphy to the focused concentration of a woman writing at her desk, there is an undeniable beauty in putting pen to paper. As Lesson Time by Muriel Dawson captures the essence of learning through writing, we are reminded that every stroke carries meaning and purpose. Just like Margery Crandon 7, who penned her thoughts with determination and conviction. Looking back in time, ancient Greek writing stands as a testament to human history and knowledge passed down through generations. It tells stories that have shaped civilizations and inspired countless minds. Even today, the act of writing remains relevant and stylish. A young lady sitting on cushions writes a heartfelt letter, showcasing both elegance and thoughtfulness. As Froissart's Chronicles remind us, words have power - they can transport us to different eras and evoke emotions long forgotten. The Avebury Landscape from 1723 reminds us that even nature has its own way of communicating through symbols etched into stone. Writing takes many forms; it transcends language barriers and connects people across time. Therese Martin shows us that sometimes our deepest thoughts find solace in written words alone. In times of war like World War II, love letters became precious tokens exchanged between soldiers serving their countries far from home - such as the Valentine's card adorned with Cupid soldier imagery. But not all letters bear tales of love; some carry stories tinged with tragedy. The letter addressed to Laura Francatelli reveals snippets from RMS Titanic survivor's life - capturing moments frozen in time forever lost beneath icy waters. And so we see how White Star Line's RMS Titanic played host to countless handwritten messages - Charles Crumplin's letter among them - each one telling its own story within this tragic event.