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Ancient Alphabets, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d
LSE702652 Ancient Alphabets, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d Alembert (litho) by French School, (18th century); Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Denis Diderot (October 5, 1713 - July 31, 1784) was a French philosopher, art critic, and writer. He was a prominent person during the Enlightenment and is best known for serving as co-founder and chief editor of and contributor to the Encyclopedie along with Jean le Rond d Alembert.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright
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Age Of Enlightenment Alphabets Arcadian Chart D Alembert Dalembert Denis Denis Diderot Diderot Diderot Denis 1713 1784 East Eastern Encyclopaedia Etruscan Hebrew Intellectual Jean Jean Le Rond D Alembert Jean Le Rond Dalembert Language Languages Linguistics Middle Oriental Script Lencyclopedie
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This print showcases a collection of "Ancient Alphabets" from the renowned L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d Alembert. Created by the French School in the 18th century, this lithograph is now housed in the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France. Denis Diderot, a prominent figure during the Enlightenment period, was not only a philosopher but also an art critic and writer. He co-founded and served as chief editor of the Encyclopedie alongside Jean le Rond d Alembert. This monumental work aimed to compile knowledge across various disciplines. The image captures alphabets from different cultures such as Greek, Hebrew, Oriental, African languages, among others. It offers a glimpse into antiquity and linguistics while highlighting Diderot's intellectual pursuits during his time. The intricate characters displayed on this chart represent diverse scripts used throughout history. From Pelasgian to Etruscan and Arcadian scripts, these ancient alphabets reveal humanity's rich linguistic heritage. Leonard de Selva skillfully photographed this engraving that beautifully encapsulates both historical significance and artistic elegance. With its detailed depiction of alphabetic diversity spanning continents and ages past, this print serves as a testament to our collective human story.
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