Language Collection (page 7)

Aryan Languages of India (litho)
8652494 Aryan Languages of India (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aryan Languages of India)

Logic and dialectics (low relief)
BEN5472342 Logic and dialectics (low relief) by Pisano, Andrea (1270-1349); (add.info.: Logic and dialectics. Low relief sculpture by Andrea da Pontedera known as Andrea Pisano (1290-1349), 1340

Tower of Babel (print)
5322627 Tower of Babel (print) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Construction of the Tower of Babel. After a 17th century print.)

Image or idiomatic expression: bite your fingers meaning to regret something (to repent)
ELD4966126 Image or idiomatic expression: bite your fingers meaning to regret something (to repent). Late 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Joseph Ernest Renan, from L'Univers Illustre, pub. June 1863
3473160 Joseph Ernest Renan, from L'Univers Illustre, pub. June 1863; (add.info.: Joseph Ernest Renan, 1823 - 1892. French expert of Semitic languages and civilizations, philologist, philosopher)

Noah Webster
3585808 Noah Webster; (add.info.: Portrait of Noah Webster (1758-1843) an American lexicographer, textbook pioneer, English-language spelling reformer, political writer, editor, and prolific author

Two ladies talking in a garden. She says, You were the prettiest woman at the ball. She thinks, After me
FLO4691224 Two ladies talking in a garden. She says, You were the prettiest woman at the ball. She thinks, After me. Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss

Two gentlemen standing in front of the stock market talking. A handsome cab behind them
FLO4691429 Two gentlemen standing in front of the stock market talking. A handsome cab behind them. One says, God, you mock everything, have you no conscience? He thinks, Of good composition

Gentleman and old lady standing at a table in a restaurant. He says, ma'am, you are leaving your fortune to fate
FLO4691417 Gentleman and old lady standing at a table in a restaurant. He says, ma'am, you are leaving your fortune to fate. He thinks, if she catches me

Lady in an art gallery stepping on a gentleman's foot. He says, It's nothing, ma'am
FLO4691365 Lady in an art gallery stepping on a gentleman's foot. He says, It's nothing, ma'am. He thinks, Right on my corn

Gentlemen in a English garden admiring a rose. He says, It's like paradise on earth
FLO4691335 Gentlemen in a English garden admiring a rose. He says, It's like paradise on earth. He thinks, It has less grace than an onion

Lady playing the piano in a parlour to guests. Another lady says, She's very talented
FLO4691327 Lady playing the piano in a parlour to guests. Another lady says, She's very talented. She thinks, Now we have to swallow a concerto

Gentleman and ugly lady with beautiful portrait in a parlour. He flatters her with, It looks like you
FLO4691313 Gentleman and ugly lady with beautiful portrait in a parlour. He flatters her with, It looks like you, but you are more beautiful in the flesh

Franz Bopp, 1791-1867 (engraving)
8632306 Franz Bopp, 1791-1867 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Franz Bopp, 1791-1867)

The Scouts Alphabet of Signalling (litho)
8667222 The Scouts Alphabet of Signalling (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scouts Alphabet of Signalling)

Y for yatagan (Turkish sword) (chromolitho)
8677337 Y for yatagan (Turkish sword) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Y for yatagan (Turkish sword)

P for puppet (chromolitho)
8677330 P for puppet (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: P for puppet)

L for laitiere (dairy worker) (chromolitho)
8677326 L for laitiere (dairy worker) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: L for laitiere (dairy worker). Milkmaid with churns of milk

Children playing badminton (chromolitho)
8677298 Children playing badminton (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing badminton)

Children dancing in a ring (chromolitho)
8677291 Children dancing in a ring (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children dancing in a ring)

Children playing skittles (chromolitho)
8677290 Children playing skittles (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing skittles)

Children playing a game of la main chaude (chromolitho)
8677288 Children playing a game of la main chaude (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing a game of la main chaude)

Children making posters with pictures (chromolitho)
8677284 Children making posters with pictures (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children making posters with pictures)

Children being entertained by a magic lantern (chromolitho)
8677283 Children being entertained by a magic lantern (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children being entertained by a magic lantern)

Children's tea party (chromolitho)
8677278 Children's tea party (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children's tea party)

Children playing croquet (chromolitho)
8677276 Children playing croquet (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing croquet)

Hen, partridge, pig, pigeon and guinea fowl (colour litho)
8677382 Hen, partridge, pig, pigeon and guinea fowl (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: P for poule (hen), perdrix (partridge), porc (pig)

Bustard, goose and bear (colour litho)
8677381 Bustard, goose and bear (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: O for outarde (bustard), oie (goose) and ours (bear)

U for usurer (moneylender) (chromolitho)
8677368 U for usurer (moneylender) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: U for usurer (moneylender). Rich moneylender counting money

Esaias Tegner, 1836 (engraving)
1577045 Esaias Tegner, 1836 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of Esaias Tegner (1782-1846) Swedish writer, professor of Greek language, and bishop. Dated 1836); Universal History Archive/UIG

Christian inscription of Singanfu, in Chinese and Syriac characters (scroll)
BAL34681 Christian inscription of Singanfu, in Chinese and Syriac characters (scroll). Singanfu was once the site of a flourishing Christian church, 7th century; Private Collection

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Language is a powerful tool that connects people across time and space, transcending borders and cultures, and is through language that we express our thoughts, emotions, and ideas. In the heart of London, England lies the British Museum, home to one of history's most iconic artifacts - The Rosetta Stone. This ancient relic unlocked the secrets of Egyptian hieroglyphs, allowing us to understand an ancient civilization's language. As we wander through this museum adorned with flags of the Royal Navy, we are reminded of how language played a crucial role in shaping empires and forging alliances throughout Europe. A vibrant Southern Railway poster from 1939 catches our eye as it advertises Ramsgate in all its glory; a testament to how language was used to entice travelers to explore new destinations. Intriguing illustrations showcasing sign language hand signals representing letters remind us that communication takes various forms beyond spoken words. Esperanto at a glance introduces us to an invented universal language aimed at fostering understanding among diverse cultures. Moving away from linguistic symbols, a captivating Southern Railway advertising poster displays the picturesque Weald of Kent; reminding us that even landscapes can speak their own unique dialects. The Language of Flowers reveals yet another fascinating aspect where nature communicates with its delicate blooms symbolizing love or friendship. Meanwhile, exploring the development of the English alphabet illuminates how written languages evolve over time. A sepia photograph captures Sigmund Freud's intense gaze as he reminds us that body it also conveys meaning beyond verbal expression. In Birstall, West Yorkshire stands a statue honoring Joseph Priestly who made significant contributions to linguistics; his legacy forever etched into history. Delving deeper into European heritage brings forth Ramon Llull's Breviculum Codex miniature - an exquisite example illustrating medieval manuscripts' intricate beauty while preserving knowledge for future generations.