Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ecriture (Maitre d ); Writing-master; Schreibmeister (engraving)

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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ecriture (Maitre d ); Writing-master; Schreibmeister (engraving)

7195817 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ecriture (Maitre d ); Writing-master; Schreibmeister (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ecriture (Maitre d ); Writing-master; Schreibmeister. Illustration for Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands, by Armand Le Brun et al (Furne, Jouvet, c 1873).); © Look and Learn

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Desk Lesson School Class Schoolchild Writing Action

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This engraving titled "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ecriture (Maitre d ); Writing-master; Schreibmeister" takes us back to a 19th-century classroom setting. The image showcases a writing master, or Maitre d'ecriture, diligently instructing his students in the art of penmanship. In this scene, we witness the harmonious blend of European cultures as the German-born Schreibmeister imparts his knowledge to pupils from France and England. The diverse backgrounds represented in this educational environment highlight the importance of language and communication across borders. The composition centers around a large desk adorned with various tools of learning – books, dictionaries, and writing materials – symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge within these walls. A group of attentive schoolchildren surrounds their teacher, eagerly absorbing every stroke he demonstrates on paper. This print is part of Armand Le Brun's renowned work "Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels" which aimed to bridge linguistic gaps between French, English, and German speakers. It serves as a testament to the power of education in fostering understanding among different cultures. Preserved in private collection for years before being made available through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this evocative engraving invites viewers to reflect on the timeless significance of education and its role in shaping our world.

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