Scrivener Collection

Folio of Codex of the Usages depicting the Catalan Parlia
Alfonso IV of Aragon called the kind (1299-1336). King of Aragon and count of Barcelona as Alfonso III, from 1327 to his death. Son of James II and Blanche of Anjou

The Begging Letter Writer. Illustration by Harry Furniss for the Charles Dickens novel Great Expectations
1000758 The Begging Letter Writer. Illustration by Harry Furniss for the Charles Dickens novel Great Expectations, from The Testimonial Edition published 1910

Public Writer, 1790. Creator: Jean-Jacques de Boissieu
Public Writer, 1790

The Public Scrivener, 1790. Creator: Jean-Jacques de Boissieu
The Public Scrivener, 1790

The scrivener (engraving)
2792915 The scrivener (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The scrivener. Illustration for The Church of England by H D M Spence (Cassell, 1905)

Advert, The Scrivener Cuff Protector
Advert for The Scrivener Cuff Protector, from H L Castle, High Street, Watford. 1909

Shakespeares King Richard III: A Scrivener (litho)
6023926 Shakespeares King Richard III: A Scrivener (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Scrivener)

A Money Scrivener, January 1, 1801. January 1, 1801. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Money Scrivener, January 1, 1801

The copyist. Bookplate of Robert Forrer, 1890. Creator: Schnug, Leo (1878-1933)
The copyist. Bookplate of Robert Forrer, 1890. Found in the Collection of Musee d Art Moderne et Contemporain, Strasbourg

The Art of Writing. From Encyclopedie by Denis Diderot and Jean Le Rond d Alembert, 1751-1765. Private Collection

L Ecriture (The Writing), 1752. Creator: Liotard, Jean-Etienne (1702-1789)
L Ecriture (The Writing), 1752. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

Burgundian scribe (Portrait of Jean Mielot, secretary, author and translator
Burgundian scribe (Portrait of Jean Mie lot, secretary, author and translator of Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy), ca 1455. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Mode in which the young Memnons head was removed by G. Belzoni, 1820. Found in the Collection of British Museum

The Great Temple of Abu Simbel. Artist: Newmann, Henri Roderick (1833-1918)
The Great Temple of Abu Simbel. Found in the collection of Musee d art classique, Mougins

Public Scribe. Artist: Hamdi Bey, Osman (1842-1910)
Public Scribe. Found in the collection of Sakıp Sabancı Museum, Istanbul

The Scribe, Second Half of the 19th cen Artist: Starck, Julius Joseph Gaspard (1814-1899)
The Scribe, Second Half of the 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

HAMMURABI (1792-1730 BC). King of Babylonia (1798-1756 BC). Babylonian medicine. Towards 1900 BC Hammurabi Code sets standards for the medical profession

The Begging Letter Writer. Illustration By Harry Furniss For The Charles Dickens Novel Great Expectations, From The Testimonial Edition Published 1910

Nespekasuti, Scribe of Karnak. 490 BC. Ethiopian age. Egyptian art. Sculpture on rock. EGYPT. CAIRO. Cairo. Egyptian Museum

Detail from a folio of Codex of the Usages depicting the
Alfonso IV of Aragon called the kind (1299-1336). King of Aragon and count of Barcelona as Alfonso III, from 1327 to his death. Son of James II and Blanche of Anjou

Konrad von Wurzburg, who died in 1287, dictates to a scribe. Fol. 383r. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

John Ellis, Writer
JOHN ELLIS Scrivener, political writer, poet and translator, deputy for Broad Street Ward, London, friend of Dr Johnson who much admired his skill and wit. Date: 1698 - 1790

America. The Chinese in San Francisco. A street scrivener or
Street scene with Chinese in traditional dress, one man seated with a wide brimmed hat and pigtail, writing letters for his customers

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"Unveiling the Ancient Art of Scrivener: From Codex to Cuff Protectors" Step into the fascinating world of scriveners, where words come alive on parchment and paper. Explore the rich history depicted in various artworks and illustrations throughout time. Travel back to Catalonia in ancient times as you leaf through the Folio of Codex of Usages, revealing intricate details about Catalan Parliament. Witness Hammurabi, King of Babylonia (1792-1730 BC), inscribing his famous code that shaped civilizations. Meet Nespekasuti, an Ethiopian scribe from 490 BC Karnak, whose delicate strokes preserved stories for generations. Marvel at Harry Furniss' illustration for Charles Dickens' Great Expectations as he brings "The Begging Letter Writer" to life in vivid detail. Immerse yourself in Jean-Jacques de Boissieu's depictions of a Public Writer and The Public Scrivener from 1790 – witness their pens dance across pages with precision and grace. Discover how these skilled professionals played vital roles during a time when literacy was a luxury. Delve into everyday life with engravings showcasing The Scrivener's importance – whether it be protecting cuffs or aiding Chinese immigrants settling in San Francisco. Experience Shakespeare's King Richard III through the eyes of a diligent scrivener captured in litho form. Witness Thomas Rowlandson's portrayal of A Money Scrivener from January 1, 1801 – observe how this profession facilitated financial transactions during an era without digital banking systems. Finally, explore Leo Schnug's bookplate belonging to Robert Forrer (1890) as The Copyist meticulously transcribes knowledge onto precious volumes. Scriveners have been guardians of written word throughout history; their skills honed over centuries continue to captivate us today. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate these unsung heroes who brought stories to life, one stroke of the pen at a time.