Writing Collection

The Cossacks Reply to the Sultan (Zaporozhtsy), c1890, (1939). Creator: Il ya Repin
The Cossacks Reply to the Sultan (Zaporozhtsy), c1890, (1939). Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks to Sultan Mehmed IV of Turkey, also known as Cossacks of Saporog Are Drafting a Manifesto

BEETHOVEN MANUSCRIPT, 1826. Manuscript page from Ludwig van Beethovens String Quartet in F Major, Op. 135, showing the beginning of the fourth movement, headed by the words Must it be

Scene in a lecture theatre, with chemical equations written on the blackboard, a woman giving a lecture, and students taking notes. circa 1940s

Al-Idrisis world map, 1154
Al-Idrisis world map. This world map, known as the Tabula Rogeriana, dates from 1154, and is orientated with North at bottom

The Rosetta Stone, British Museum, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Skull anatomy by Leonardo da Vinci. Historical artwork and notes on the anatomy of the human skull and teeth, by the Italian artist and scientist Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)

Dickens / Empty Chair
HIS HOME AT GADSHILL His desk and empty chair after his death, dated 9 June 1870

Orteliuss map of Ottoman Empire, 1570
Orteliuss map of the Ottoman Empire. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World )

Papyrus of Ani (Book of the Dead) - The Judgement
(Above) -Twelve Gods seated in Order, as judges before a table of offerings. (Below) - The Psychostasia of Weighing of the Conscience of Ani

Soviet composer, dmitri shostakovich, working in his study, 1938

Judaism. Divine protection. Amulets. Jewish Museum Berlin. G
Judaism. Divine protection. Amulets. Often consisted of scrolls written in Hebrew and the texts were combined with motifs geom?tircos or magical figures

Catalan Atlas, 14th century. The 6-page Catalan Atlas (1375) was produced on vellum by the Jewish cartographer Abraham Cresques

Map of the City of Dublin, 1797
Map of the City of Dublin, Ireland. Published in 1797, this map includes details of the canals being built at the time. Canal Harbour (lower right)

Codex Troano - 1
Part of a Calendar used by Maya priests, depicting gods and symbolic creatures Plate xx

RIVERA: PRE-COLUMBIAN LIFE. The Zapotec Civilization. Mural, c1925, by Diego Rivera at the Ministry of Public Education, Mexico City

Eleanor Roosevelt
Portrait of Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962), American Humanitarian, United Nations diplomat and wife of Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Queen Victoria and Abdul Karim, c. 1890
Photographic portrait of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) of Great Britain and Ireland and Empress of India, pictured at her writing desk, c.1890

Ms - Lindisfarne Gospel
Illumination from the Lindisfarne Gospels or Gospels of Saint Cuthbert (page facing the Gospel of Saint John)

Science Allegorised
Philosophy enthroned, surrounded by the sciences - Grammar, Rhetoric, Linguistics, Music, Arithmetic, Geometry and Astronomy, with Socrates and Plato and scholars writing

Egyptian art. Relief depicting Akhenaten, Nefertiti and thre
Egyptian art. A house altar depicting Akhenaten, Nefertiti and three of their Daughters. Relief. Limestone. New Kingdom. Amarna period. 18th dynasty. C. 1350 B.C. Egyptian Museum of Berlin. Germany

Dead Sea scroll
Fragment of the Dead Sea scrolls on display at the Qumran museum, Dead Sea, Israel

Oronce Fines world map, 1531
Oronce Fines world map. Map of the worlds northern and southern hemispheres by the French mathematician and cartographer Oronce Fine (1494-1555)

Bar Kokhba, original Dead Sea Scroll 5 / 6 Hev44, 134 CE, a deed with 4 signatures
Bar Kokhba, original Dead Sea Scroll 5/6 Hev44, 134 CE, a deed with 4 signatures

Writing / Shorthand Pitman
Shorthand writing: an example of Pitmans system, boasting that Fortune magazine has gained over 100, 000 subscribers in five short years

Charles Dickens
CHARLES DICKENS English writer, at his writing desk, circa 1860

Snow shovellers in Piazza della Signoria in Florence after an exceptional snowfall Florence piazza della Signoria. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Ancient Arabic Alphabet
Different types of ancient Arabic alphabets Date: Circa 1760

Poster for French railways to Morocco
Poster for French railways, serving Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakech and other exotic locations

Abelard and Heloise
ABELARD AND HELOISE French scholar and nun embracing in the scriptorium

ENOCH POWELL - POLITICIAN 22 / 02 / 1974
ENOCH POWELL - POLITICIAN 22/02/1974

The Book of the Dead of Hunefer, ca 1450 BC. Found in the collection of British Museum

Saint John of the Cross (1542-1591). Engraving. Colored
Saint John of the Cross (1542-1591). Spanish friar of DIscalced Carmelite Order. Engraving. Colored

JOSE J. MARTI (1853-1895). Cuban patriot. Oil on canvas, 1891, by Herman Norman

Alphabet & Typography
The Ancient Japanese alphabet Date: Circa 1760

LEGGY SECRETARY 1920 S
A leggy secretary sits by her typewriter and takes a letter, revealing her suspender in the process

Islamic manuscript

Pride and Prejudice
Mr Darcy enters a room in which Elizabeth Bennet is seated at her writing desk

FRANKLIN'S WRITING
Document transcribed by Sir John Franklin stating that H.M.S Erebus & Terror wintered in the ice at Beechey Island. Informs of his death & signed by Capt.s Crozier & Fitzjames. Date: 28 May 1847

Be yourself gold foil message
Gold foil glitter inspirational quote saying on a plain white background

Yost Light Running Typewriter No. 15
A Yost Light Running Typewriter No.15. Date: 1910

Japanese girl practising calligraphy Date: 1909

Famous Greek poets and philosophers
Illustration of a famous Greek poets and philosophers

BEETHOVEN MANUSCRIPT, 1806. Manuscript page from Ludwig van Beethovens String Quartet in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3, showing the beginning of the last movement

Shakespeares Bees by Pauline Baynes
William Shakespeare, lost in thought, and inspired by a swarm of honey bees as he writes Henry V

Page from the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
A page from a version of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, narrating events of the years 772 to 794. It was written in Old English in the 9th century by a Wessex scribe

Dresden Codex
Part of the Mayan manuscript known as the Dresden Codex : the illustrations appear to show gods and demons

Swan Fountain Pens 1932
A selection of Swan pens for you to give your friends at Christmas, knowing that the pleasing hues give added charm to fine craftsmanship

A Radical Lawyer, 1902. Artist: Spy
A Radical Lawyer, 1902. John Lawson Walton KC MP, British barrister and politician. Walton served as Attorney General from 1905-1908. Cartoon from Vanity Fair, 6th March 1902

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"Unveiling the Tapestry of Words: A Journey through Time and Cultures" Step into a world where words transcend boundaries, as we embark on a captivating exploration of the power of writing. From Al-Idrisi's intricate world map in 1154 to Dickens' poignant portrayal of an empty chair, each artifact holds a tale waiting to be unraveled. Behold the Rosetta Stone at the British Museum, an enigmatic relic that unlocked ancient mysteries and bridged civilizations across time. Leonardo da Vinci's intricate skull anatomy sketches remind us of his insatiable thirst for knowledge and his dedication to capturing every detail with precision. Immerse yourself in history as you witness Il ya Repin's masterpiece "The Cossacks Reply to the Sultan, " depicting courage and resilience amidst conflict. The Papyrus of Ani reveals secrets from beyond the grave, guiding souls through their final judgment in the Book of the Dead. Egyptian art comes alive before your eyes with a relief showcasing Akhenaten, Nefertiti, and their timeless love story. Dmitri Shostakovich engrossed in his study transports us into his creative sanctuary, where melodies were born against all odds. Diego Rivera's mural takes us back to pre-Columbian life with vibrant depictions of Zapotec civilization—a testament to our rich heritage. The Catalan Atlas offers glimpses into medieval cartography while Orteliuss' map unveils Ottoman Empire's grandeur during its zenith. Finally, Codex Troano whispers tales lost in time—an ancient manuscript preserving Mayan wisdom for generations yet unborn. These artifacts stand as testaments to humanity's unquenchable thirst for knowledge—reminders that writing is not just ink on paper but a gateway connecting past, present, and future minds alike. In this tapestry woven by countless hands across centuries and continents lies our collective human story—the triumphs, struggles, dreams, and aspirations.