Signature Collection (#6)

Letter signed by Giulio Alberoni
5305297 Letter signed by Giulio Alberoni.; (add.info.: Letter signed by Giulio Alberoni (1664-1752) an Italian cardinal, soldier and statesman. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Will of William Shakespeare
5304609 Will of William Shakespeare.; (add.info.: Photograph of a Will dated 1616, bearing Shakespeare's signature. William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616); English poet

Requiem, Op. 89, 1890 (photo)
7206690 Requiem, Op. 89, 1890 (photo); Muzeum Bedricha Smetany (Music Museum), Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info.: Autograph and portrait of Antonin Dvořak, Czech composer.); © Lubomir Synek

Signature of Charles Darwin
3078393 Signature of Charles Darwin; (add.info.: Signature of Charles Darwin (1809-1882) an English naturalist and geologist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Silhouette of Franz Schubert
3118658 Silhouette of Franz Schubert; (add.info.: Silhouette of Franz Schubert (1797-1828) an Austrian composer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Copy of Immanuel Kant's signature, 18th Century (ink on paper)
3078427 Copy of Immanuel Kant's signature, 18th Century (ink on paper); (add.info.: Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was a German philosopher and one of the central Enlightenment thinkers

Mary Russell Mitford, 1787 - 1855. English Author And Dramatist. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420899 Mary Russell Mitford, 1787 - 1855. English Author And Dramatist. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

Dionysius Lardner, 1793 -1859. Irish Scientific Writer. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420897 Dionysius Lardner, 1793 -1859. Irish Scientific Writer. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

The Fraserian Circle. A 19Th Century Group Of Literary Characters. Frontispiece From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420963 The Fraserian Circle. A 19Th Century Group Of Literary Characters. Frontispiece From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

William Makepeace Thackeray, 1811 - 1863. English Novelist. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420949 William Makepeace Thackeray, 1811 - 1863. English Novelist. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

James Justinian Morier, 1780 - 1849. British Diplomat And Author. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420944 James Justinian Morier, 1780 - 1849. British Diplomat And Author. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

Michael Thomas Sadler, 1780 -1835. British Tory Member Of Parliament, Opponent Of Catholic Emancipation And Leader Of
UIG5420943 Michael Thomas Sadler, 1780 -1835. British Tory Member Of Parliament, Opponent Of Catholic Emancipation And Leader Of The Factory Reform Movement

Pierre-Jean De Beranger, 1780 - 1857. French Poet And Chansonnier. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420923 Pierre-Jean De Beranger, 1780 - 1857. French Poet And Chansonnier. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

Anna Maria Hall, Aka Mrs. S.C. Hall, 1800 - 1881. Irish Novelist. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420911 Anna Maria Hall, Aka Mrs. S.C. Hall, 1800 - 1881. Irish Novelist. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

John Wilson Croker, 1780 - 1857. Irish Statesman And Author. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery
UIG5420904 John Wilson Croker, 1780 - 1857. Irish Statesman And Author. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

Signature Of Daniel O'connell, 1775 To 1847. Irish Political Leader. From History Of Ireland
UIG5420673 Signature Of Daniel O'connell, 1775 To 1847. Irish Political Leader. From History Of Ireland, Published C.1854 ©UIG/Leemage

Pope Pius VII, 1742 - 1823, born Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti. Hand writing sample and signature
3083221 Pope Pius VII, 1742 - 1823, born Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti. Hand writing sample and signature.; Private Collection

Jacques Necker, 1732 - 1804
3083220 Jacques Necker, 1732 - 1804.; Private Collection; (add.info.: French statesman of Swiss birth. Finance minister of Louis XVI. Hand writing sample.)

Ludwig van Beethoven, 1770 - 1827
3083167 Ludwig van Beethoven, 1770 - 1827.; Private Collection; (add.info.: German composer. Hand writing sample and signature.)

Charles V of Germany. Charles V, 1500 - 1558
3062207 Charles V of Germany. Charles V, 1500 - 1558.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Holy Roman Emperor 1519 to 1558 and as Charles I, King of Spain 1516 to 1556. Hand writing sample and signature.)

Andrew Marvell, 1621 - 1678
3062202 Andrew Marvell, 1621 - 1678.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English metaphysical poet Hand writing sample.)

Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685 - 1750
3083166 Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685 - 1750.; Private Collection; (add.info.: German composer and musician. Hand writing sample.)

Lorenzo de Medici, 1449 - 1492
3083165 Lorenzo de Medici, 1449 - 1492.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian statesman known as Lorenzo the Magnificent. Hand writing sample.)

Franklin Pierce, 1804 - 1869
3083292 Franklin Pierce, 1804 - 1869.; Private Collection; (add.info.: 14th president of the United States of America. Hand writing sample.)

Queen Charlotte, nee Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, 1744 to 1818
3062113 Queen Charlotte, nee Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, 1744 to 1818.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen consort of George III of the United Kingdom. Hand writing sample.)

William IV, 1765 to 1837
3062111 William IV, 1765 to 1837.; Private Collection; (add.info.: King of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover. Hand writing sample.)

Signature of Edward VII, 1841 - 1910. King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions and Emperor of India
878621 Signature of Edward VII, 1841 - 1910. King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions and Emperor of India. From Edward VII His Life and Times, published 1910.; Private Collection

Georges Washington in 1774, early 20th century (chromo)
1790142 Georges Washington in 1774, early 20th century (chromo); (add.info.: Georges Washington in 1774, one year before the uprising that led to the Independence War); Photo © CCI

John Hancock's defiance, 1776
1574871 John Hancock's defiance, 1776; (add.info.: John Hancock's defiance on July 4th 1776. He served as president of the Second Continental Congress and was the first)

Alexander Mackenzie (1822-1892)
863467 Alexander Mackenzie (1822-1892); (add.info.: Alexander Mackenzie (1822-1892) Canadian politician. Born in Logieraith, Perthshire, Scotland, he emigrated to Canada in 1842

Richard Monckton Milnes, first Baron Houghton
863462 Richard Monckton Milnes, first Baron Houghton; (add.info.: Richard Monckton Milnes, first Baron Houghton (1809-1885), English poet and Conservative politician

Portrait of Friedrich Engels (drawing)
673203 Portrait of Friedrich Engels (drawing); (add.info.: Friedrich Engels (28 November 1820 - 5 August 1895) was a German-English industrialist, social scientist, author, political theorist

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Signature of William Wordsworth (litho)
8634894 Signature of William Wordsworth (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Wordsworth)

Signature of Antonio Canova (litho)
8634886 Signature of Antonio Canova (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antonio Canova)

Signature of John Bright (litho)
8634883 Signature of John Bright (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Bright. Illustration for Autograph Collecting by Henry T Scott (L Upcott Gill)

Signature of Johann Sebastian Bach (litho)
8634882 Signature of Johann Sebastian Bach (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Sebastian Bach)

Portrait of Dudley Hardy, carticaturist (colour litho)
8634544 Portrait of Dudley Hardy, carticaturist (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Dudley Hardy, carticaturist)

Page de garde du livre "The Great Boer War" (la grande guerre des Boers) (1899-1901)
AIS5335233 Page de garde du livre "The Great Boer War" (la grande guerre des Boers) (1899-1901), de Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930), ecrivain britannique

Simon Bolivar, 1783 - 1830
3083250 Simon Bolivar, 1783 - 1830.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Venezuelan military and political leader. Hand writing sample.)

Margaret Tudor, 1489 - 1541. Queen of Scots. Hand writing sample and signature
3083202 Margaret Tudor, 1489 - 1541. Queen of Scots. Hand writing sample and signature.; Private Collection

Signature of Peter Stuyvesant, c.?1612 - 1672, aka Petrus. Last Dutch Director-General of the colony of New Netherland
2603486 Signature of Peter Stuyvesant, c.?1612 - 1672, aka Petrus. Last Dutch Director-General of the colony of New Netherland from 1647 until it was ceded provisionally to the English in 1664

Sir David Wilkie, 1785 - 1841
3083258 Sir David Wilkie, 1785 - 1841.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Scottish painter Hand writing sample.)

James Buchanan, 1791 - 1868
3083277 James Buchanan, 1791 - 1868.; Private Collection; (add.info.: 15th President of the United States of America. Hand writing sample.)

William Henry Harrison, hand writing sample, 19th century (manuscript)
3083265 William Henry Harrison, hand writing sample, 19th century (manuscript); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Henry Harrison, 1773 - 1841. Ninth President of the United States of America)

Franz Joseph Haydn, 1732 - 1809
3062205 Franz Joseph Haydn, 1732 - 1809.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Austrian composer. Hand writing sample.)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1756 - 1791
3062203 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1756 - 1791.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Austrian musician and composer. Hand writing sample.)

The Arctic Council, 19th century (mezzotint, board)
7295271 The Arctic Council, 19th century (mezzotint, board) by Pearce, Stephen (1819-1904) (after); 55.5x77.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Print)

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"Unveiling the Power of Signatures: From Historical Figures to Treasured Artifacts" A French poster from General de Gaulle during WW2, bearing his iconic signature, serves as a symbol of resilience and national unity. The signature of German Kaiser Wilhelm II on historical documents reminds us of the turbulent times that shaped Europe in the early 20th century. Bar Kokhba's original Dead Sea Scroll with multiple signatures transports us back to ancient times, preserving a significant deed for generations to come. Jonathan Edwards' distinctive signature immortalizes the influential theologian and preacher who left an indelible mark on American history. Mozart's intricate cadenza showcases his genius as a composer, leaving behind a musical legacy that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. John Fitzgerald Kennedy's autograph represents hope and inspiration, reminding us of his transformative leadership during challenging times in America's history. British boxer Freddie Mills' signed postcard from 1941 captures a moment frozen in time, reflecting both his athletic prowess and the spirit of wartime camaraderie. Ramon Y Cajal's Nobel Prize-winning achievements are embodied by his distinguished signature, representing groundbreaking discoveries in neuroscience over a century ago. The marriage certificate between Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip bears their royal signatures—a testament to enduring love amidst regal duties and responsibilities. Bonzo with Studdy's whimsical artwork featuring his distinct signature brings joy through its playful depiction of this beloved cartoon character from yesteryears. Letter from John Hampden to Colonel Bulstrode after the Battle of Edgehill carries not only words but also Hampden’s personal touch –his unique handwriting- making it an invaluable historical artifact. King George VI expressing gratitude towards British children through heartfelt letters adorned with his majestic signature reveals compassion amidst adversity—inspiring future generations. In these diverse examples spanning history, art, and culture, signatures become more than mere ink on paper.