Scrolls Collection (page 6)

Vase (soft-paste porcelain with paint & gilt)
877651 Vase (soft-paste porcelain with paint & gilt) by Boizot, Louis Simon (1743-1809); height: 42.6 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Decorated by Jean-Louis Morin (1732-87)

Charity, c. 1320 (marble)
875258 Charity, c.1320 (marble) by Tino di Camaino (c.1280-1337); Museo e Galleria Mozzi Bardini, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright

Madonna and Child in a Garden, c. 1460-70 (tempera and oil on panel)
3617949 Madonna and Child in a Garden, c.1460-70 (tempera and oil on panel) by Tura, Cosimo (1430-95); 53.4 x 37.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)
3434824 Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Top left: A CONTINENTAL GOLD, ENAMEL)

St Cecilia, St Agnes & St George, c. 1872 (stained glass)
3475594 St Cecilia, St Agnes & St George, c.1872 (stained glass) by Holiday, Henry (1839-1927); St Mary Magdalene Church, Paddington, London

The Annunciation, 1890 (stained glass)
3475529 The Annunciation, 1890 (stained glass) by Almquist, Carl (1849-1924); Church of All Saints, Pocklington, Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Shrigley & Hunt); eAlastair Carew-Cox; out of copyright

The Archangels, 1890 (stained glass)
3475528 The Archangels, 1890 (stained glass) by Almquist, Carl (1849-1924); Church of All Saints, Pocklington, Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Shrigley & Hunt); eAlastair Carew-Cox; out of copyright

Window w132 depicting the Annunciation (stained glass)
723028 Window w132 depicting the Annunciation (stained glass) by French School, (15th century); Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Troyes, France; French, out of copyright

Fritware ewer, Seljuk (ceramic)
745481 Fritware ewer, Seljuk (ceramic) by Islamic School, (13th century); 17.6x15.3x7.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

The Prophet Isaiah, 1512 (fresco)
704491 The Prophet Isaiah, 1512 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Basilica di Sant Agostino, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Genealogical roll of the kings of England, c. 1440-79 (pen & ink on parchment)
2919750 Genealogical roll of the kings of England, c.1440-79 (pen & ink on parchment) by English School, (15th century); 192.4x19.5 cm; The University of St

Facade of Santa Maria Novella, c. 1458-70 (photo)
BEN80048 Facade of Santa Maria Novella, c.1458-70 (photo) by Alberti, Leon Battista (1404-72); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Carpet, Aubusson (textile)
CH412315 Carpet, Aubusson (textile) by French School, (19th century); 950x665 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tapis d Aubusson; ); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Vine scroll and animals (gold) (detail of 343656 and 343171)
XBP389377 Vine scroll and animals (gold) (detail of 343656 and 343171) by Greek School, (4th century BC); Historical Museum, Kiev

Lion and panther attacking a boar, Detail of a gold pectoral from Tolstaya Mogila (gold)
XBP389375 Lion and panther attacking a boar, Detail of a gold pectoral from Tolstaya Mogila (gold) by Scythian, (4th century BC); Historical Museum, Kiev

Hunting sword, c. 1630 (steel & wood)
490846 Hunting sword, c.1630 (steel & wood) by Willems, Clemens (fl. 1630); 84.5x11.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Inscribed on blade)

Allegory of Time - Design for a pendant or hat badge, c. 1532-43 (pen & ink on paper)
449174 Allegory of Time - Design for a pendant or hat badge, c.1532-43 (pen & ink on paper) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 5.5x5.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

The corinthian capital, illustration from a book on geometry, 18th or 19th century
REV286901 The corinthian capital, illustration from a book on geometry, 18th or 19th century, published Avec Privilege du Roy et E

Design for Chimney Piece in the Hall at Stowe, c. 1733 (pen & ink with wash over graphite
XYC288951 Design for Chimney Piece in the Hall at Stowe, c.1733 (pen & ink with wash over graphite on paper) by Kent, William (1684-1748); 29.5x21.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art

View of Santa Maria Novella, c. 1450-70 (photo)
BAT254013 View of Santa Maria Novella, c.1450-70 (photo) by Alberti, Leon Battista (1404-72); Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright

Frame, c. 1700-20 (gilt walnut)
1069456 Frame, c.1700-20 (gilt walnut) by American School, (18th century); 43.2x55.9x4.8 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; The Wendy and Emery Reves Collection; American, out of copyright

From Paintings in Old Imperial Palace, 1644-1912 (hand-coloured etching)
1067965 From Paintings in Old Imperial Palace, 1644-1912 (hand-coloured etching) by Chinese School; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of Mrs. B. Hopkins; Chinese, out of copyright

Tiger, after 1792 (ink & colour on paper)
1068229 Tiger, after 1792 (ink & colour on paper) by Rosetsu, Nagasawa (1754-99); 198.8x35.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; General Acquisitions Fund; Japanese, out of copyright

Calliope (chromolitho)
975918 Calliope (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Calliope. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Ms 39-1950 f. 111r Coronation of the Virgin (vellum)
2613458 Ms 39-1950 f.111r Coronation of the Virgin (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French, out of copyright

Ancient Scroll of the Pentateuch (engraving)
655571 Ancient Scroll of the Pentateuch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Scroll of the Pentateuch)

Imaginary recreation of the Ptolemy Library in Alexandria, Egypt
CHT168634 Imaginary recreation of the Ptolemy Library in Alexandria, Egypt, from Histoire Generale des Peuples, 1880 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Hungarian School (19th century)

Portrait of Confucius (c. 551-479 BC) (gouache on paper scroll)
EDI39097 Portrait of Confucius (c.551-479 BC) (gouache on paper scroll) by Chinese School (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Books (engraving)
5224571 Books (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Books. Illustration for The Sunday Picture Book No 2, Scripture Manners and Customs (SPCK)

Page from Epistolae Hieronymus, St. Jeromes letters and tractates
2561565 Page from Epistolae Hieronymus, St. Jeromes letters and tractates, edited by Adrianus Brielis (d.1472), printed by Peter Schoeffer, Mainz

One of a pair of ethnographical portrait groups, 1763 (scroll)
6166489 One of a pair of ethnographical portrait groups, 1763 (scroll) by Cabrera, Miguel (1695-1768); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Mexican, out of copyright

Polychrome decorated four-fold screen (leather)
3248392 Polychrome decorated four-fold screen (leather) by Spanish School, (19th century); each panel 206x63 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Christ and His Mother Studying the Scriptures, c. 1909 (oil on canvas)
1069747 Christ and His Mother Studying the Scriptures, c.1909 (oil on canvas) by Tanner, Henry Ossawa (1859-1937); 123.8x101.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Deaccession Funds; American

Girl with Long Hair Falling on Her Shoulders, or "The Great Jewish Bride"
1067940 Girl with Long Hair Falling on Her Shoulders, or " The Great Jewish Bride", 1635 (etching & drypoint) by Rembrandt Harmensz

Good Samaritans (colour litho)
3096317 Good Samaritans (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Good Samaritans)

East face of the Santuario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios obelisk, Lamego, Portugal
1126653 East face of the SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios obelisk, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (granite) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic)
3849526 Apothecary tile displaying the coat of arms and motto of the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London (ceramic) by English School; Society of Apothecaries, London

Detail of a William and Mary striking table clock with pull quarter repeat, no. 167, c
867496 Detail of a William and Mary striking table clock with pull quarter repeat, no. 167, c.1690 (gilt metal) (see also 867495-7) by Tompion

Paper Production (colour litho)
LSE870103 Paper Production (colour litho) by Chinese School (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eLeonard de Selva; Chinese, out of copyright

Manjushri (colour on silk, mounted as a hanging scroll)
874852 Manjushri (colour on silk, mounted as a hanging scroll) by Korean School, (16th century); 29.69 x18.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Manjushri)

The Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene, St John, c. 1872 (stained glass)
3475591 The Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene, St John, c.1872 (stained glass) by Holiday, Henry (1839-1927); St Mary Magdalene Church, Paddington, London

Allelulia, Angels With Scrolls, c. 1865 (stained glass)
3474699 Allelulia, Angels With Scrolls, c.1865 (stained glass) by Grylls, John Thomas (1845-1913); Church of All Saints, Otley

Ornamental decoration (pen and brown ink, with brush and brown wash
2972571 Ornamental decoration (pen and brown ink, with brush and brown wash, heightened with white gouache, over traces of graphite, on buff laid paper, laid down on ivory laid paper) by Errard

Genealogical roll of the kings of England, c. 1440-79 (pen & ink on parchment)
2919747 Genealogical roll of the kings of England, c.1440-79 (pen & ink on parchment) by English School, (15th century); 192.4x19.5 cm; The University of St

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"Unveiling the Ancient Wisdom: Scrolls that Transcend Time and Borders" From the sacred Torah scroll adorned with a Yad, a Torah pointer, to the enchanting city of Paris in France, Europe has been witness to an array of remarkable scrolls. Imagine standing before a Torah scroll embellished with Silver Crown finials crafted from paper, wood, and silver - a testament to the meticulous artistry that went into its creation. Such they have graced synagogues for centuries, preserving Jewish traditions and teachings. But scrolls hold secrets beyond religious texts. The Dead Sea Scrolls discovered near Qumran offer glimpses into ancient civilizations' lives and beliefs. These fragile fragments take us back in time to unravel mysteries hidden within their delicate parchment. The Alexandria Library once housed countless scrolls containing knowledge from across the world. Scholars would flock there seeking enlightenment amidst this treasure trove of human wisdom. Journeying further through history brings us to Jewish Scroll Ms. , evoking memories of Parisian elegance intertwined with European heritage. Imagine gazing upon a precious Torah scroll accompanied by two Rimonim - ornamental crowns adorning its handles - all against the backdrop of enchanting Paris. During Purim celebrations in Paris, France, Europe comes alive as communities unroll the vibrant Scroll of Esther known as Megillah. This joyous occasion commemorates triumph over adversity while embracing tradition and unity. Scrolls transcend religious boundaries too; an icon depicting Jesus as a Jew found in Emmaus-Nicopolis reminds us of shared histories between diverse cultures within Israel's Middle Eastern landscape. Even outside spiritual realms, scrolls find their place in artistry like Daniel O Connell's engraved portrait by H. Robinson or illustrations capturing rolled paper scrolls tied elegantly with gold ribbons symbolizing knowledge preserved for generations. In 1958 USA President Eisenhower is captured alongside Hugh Dryden and T. Keith Glennan holding what appears to be a scroll, reminding us of the power and influence these ancient artifacts hold.