Tongued Collection

Joinery, Joints and mouldings (litho)
6013475 Joinery, Joints and mouldings (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joinery, Joints and mouldings)

John Chrysostom
Saint JOHN CHRYSOSTOM Greek churchman, ascetic, reformer, noted preacher (Chrysostom means golden- tongued), Patriarch of Constantinople. Date: 345 - 407

Henry Smith
HENRY SMITH of Withcote, puritan preacher known as the silver-tongued, lecturer at St Clement s. Date: 1550 - 1591

Eastern blue-tongued lizard, Tiliqua scincoides scincoides.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Picture No. 10862564
Eastern blue-tongued lizard - with small child. (Tiliqua scincoides) Date:

Picture No. 10862563
Eastern blue-tongued lizard - with small child. (Tiliqua scincoides) Date:

Picture No. 10893126
Small Flowered Tongue Orchid (Serapias parviflora) Date:

Picture No. 10893125
Small Flowered Tongue Orchid (Serapias parviflora) Date:

Picture No. 10896408
Pallas's Long-tongued Bat (Glossophaga soricina) Date:

St John Chrysostom (c347-407) the Golden Tongued, Bishop of Constaninople, born in Antioch (Antakya, Turkey) ancient Syria. Pedro Orrente (1580-1645) Spanish painter. Oil on canvas. Private collection

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In the world of tongues, there is more than meets the eye. From ancient figures like John Chrysostom to reptilian creatures with unique blue tongues, this diverse collection of images and individuals showcases the power and beauty of this often overlooked body part. Starting with a lithograph from 1923 titled "Illustration of Reptiles, " we are introduced to an array of scaly beings. Among them is the Eastern blue-tongued lizard, Tiliqua scincoides scincoides, captivating us with its vibrant tongue that contrasts against its muted scales. This creature reminds us that even in nature's most unexpected places, there is always room for wonder. Moving on to another lithograph titled "Joinery, Joints and mouldings, " we shift our focus to craftsmanship and precision. Just as joints seamlessly connect pieces together, so too does language unite people across cultures and generations, and is through our words that we build bridges between hearts and minds. But let us not forget about those who have left their mark on history using their eloquence alone. Henry Smith may be lesser-known compared to St John Chrysostom (c347-407), but both were renowned for their golden tongues. These influential figures used their gift of speech to inspire change, challenge societal norms, and advocate for justice. Speaking of St John Chrysostom himself - also known as the Golden Tongued Bishop - his image appears in several pictures throughout this collection (Picture No. 10862564; Picture No. 10862563; Picture No. 10893126; Picture No. 10893125; Picture No. 10896408). His sermons were said to be so powerful that they could move crowds into tears or laughter within moments. As we reflect upon these various depictions of tongues - whether it be lizards or legendary orators - let us remember the profound impact our own words can have.