Calligraphy Collection (#2)

I Love You Forever
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

You Are Loved Chocolate
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

You Are Loved Green
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

You Are Loved Purple
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Remember Apple B&W
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Letter C
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Letter B
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Letter A
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

You Are Loved Latte
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Prutt & Kram Portrait Neon
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Prutt & Kram Square Neon
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Prutt & Kram Sombre Portrait
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Prutt & Kram Sombre Square
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Välkommen Welcome Grey
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Välkommen Welome Green
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Välkommen Welcome Light
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Välkommen Welcome Pink
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Breathe Black
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Breathe White
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Breathe Light
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

Men dancing to samisen music, from the series Shokoku meibutsu (Famous products..., 1890-1895. Creator: Totoya Hokkei)
Men dancing to samisen music, from the series Shokoku meibutsu (Famous products of the provinces), 1890-1895.

Woman in front of the Tagawaya Teahouse, 1815-1842. Creator: Ikeda Eisen
Woman in front of the Tagawaya Teahouse, 1815-1842. The winter setting for the image of a woman walking alone in front of a teahouse (the sign at upper left reads 'Kaiseki Tagawaya')

Poet no. 6: Chünagon (Ötomo no) Yakamochi, from the series Hyakunin isshu..., c.1844. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Poet no. 6: Chunagon (-tomo no) Yakamochi, from the series Hyakunin isshu (One Hundred poemsone hundred poets), c.1844.

Less Fear More Hope
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

So Much To Love
Sofie Björkgren-Näse

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Book frontispiece with fine color portrait of William Shakespeare by artist Alberto Sangorski, 1986 (photo)
8716685 Book frontispiece with fine color portrait of William Shakespeare by artist Alberto Sangorski, 1986 (photo) by Sangorski

Title page with calligraphy and heraldic shields. Handcoloured copperplate engraving Richard Sawyer from John Thomas
FLO5000245 Title page with calligraphy and heraldic shields. Handcoloured copperplate engraving Richard Sawyer from John Thomas Smith's Topography of London

Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston, Lord Palmerston, 1784 - 1865
3083251 Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston, Lord Palmerston, 1784 - 1865.; Private Collection; (add.info.: British statesman and twice Prime Minister of England. Hand writing sample.)

Jean Baptiste Joseph, chevalier Delambre, 1749 - 1822
3083213 Jean Baptiste Joseph, chevalier Delambre, 1749 - 1822.; Private Collection; (add.info.: French mathematician and astronomer. Hand writing sample.)

Sir Frederick William Herschel, 1738 - 1822
3083212 Sir Frederick William Herschel, 1738 - 1822.; Private Collection; (add.info.: German-born British astronomer. Hand writing sample.)

Archibald Campbell, 9th Earl of Argyll, 1629-1685. Scottish peer. Hand writing sample
3083184 Archibald Campbell, 9th Earl of Argyll, 1629-1685. Scottish peer. Hand writing sample.; Private Collection

Gustav I, aka Gustav Vasa, 1496 - 1560
3083168 Gustav I, aka Gustav Vasa, 1496 - 1560.; Private Collection; (add.info.: King of Sweden. Hand writing sample and signature.)

John Dudley, 1st Duke of Northumberland, 1504 - 1553
3083297 John Dudley, 1st Duke of Northumberland, 1504 - 1553.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English general, admiral and politician. Hand writing sample and signature.)

Alfred Henry Forrester, 1804 - 1872
3083296 Alfred Henry Forrester, 1804 - 1872.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English author, illustrator and artist who wrote under the pseudonym of Alfred Crowquill)

John Quincy Adams, 1767 - 1848
3083284 John Quincy Adams, 1767 - 1848.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Eldest son of President John Adams and sixth President of the United States of America. Hand writing sample.)

Pope Paul III, 1468 - 1549
3062209 Pope Paul III, 1468 - 1549.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Born Alessandro Farnese. Hand writing sample.)

George Frideric Handel or Georg Friedrich Handel, 1685 - 1759
3062204 George Frideric Handel or Georg Friedrich Handel, 1685 - 1759.; Private Collection; (add.info.: German-British Baroque composer. Hand writing sample.)

Victoria Maria Louisa Duchess of Kent and Strathearn, 1786 to 1861
3062197 Victoria Maria Louisa Duchess of Kent and Strathearn, 1786 to 1861.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mother of Queen Victoria. Hand writing sample.)

Battle Scene, from a series depicting scenes from the Qianlong Campaign in Sichuan, 1772-76 (engraving)
BON111193 Battle Scene, from a series depicting scenes from the Qianlong Campaign in Sichuan, 1772-76 (engraving); 62.5x101 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Scene from Francesco da Barberino's Documenti d'Amore (colour litho)
8626256 Scene from Francesco da Barberino's Documenti d'Amore (colour litho) by Italian School, (14th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Palace of Hope)

The Last Judgment of Jesus Christ (colour litho)
8626258 The Last Judgment of Jesus Christ (colour litho) by Italian School, (14th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Judgment of Jesus Christ)

Scene from Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (colour litho)
8626253 Scene from Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (colour litho) by Italian School, (14th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Trade card for Bromley, auctioneer, appraiser, land and house agent and surveyor, London (engraving)
8677624 Trade card for Bromley, auctioneer, appraiser, land and house agent and surveyor, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for Bromley)

Kiyomizu At Kioto - Kyoto - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo
CSO4982321 Kiyomizu At Kioto - Kyoto - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo; (add.info.: Kiyomizu At Kioto - Kyoto - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo); Photo © DDF. All rights reserved 2024

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Calligraphy: The Art of Timeless Elegance In a world where technology dominates communication, calligraphy stands as a testament to the beauty and grace of handwritten words. With its roots tracing back centuries, this ancient art form has captivated hearts and minds across cultures. Be yourself - a simple yet profound message that resonates with all. Adorned in gold foil, these words shimmer on paper like rays of sunlight, reminding us to embrace our true selves fearlessly. From the beginning lines of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales to the delicate strokes of Landscape After the Rain by Kao Ko-kung, calligraphy transcends time and space. It weaves stories through ink-drenched pages, capturing emotions and narratives with every carefully crafted letter. Alphabet & Typography serve as building blocks for calligraphers' creativity. Each stroke is meticulously planned and executed, transforming mere letters into masterpieces that dance across the page. The elegant curves and intricate details breathe life into each word they form. Bamboo in the Wind whispers tales from early 17th-century Korea. Created by Yi Jeong, it showcases not only technical skill but also an artist's soul poured onto paper. Through his brushstrokes, he captures movement and tranquility simultaneously—a testament to calligraphy's ability to evoke emotion. A page illuminated from St Luke's Gospel transports us back in time to c700 AD when faith was expressed through ornate scriptural texts. Gold leaf illuminations intertwine with meticulously written verses—each line radiating devotion and reverence for divine teachings. Trust your journey - another golden message that inspires us all along life's winding path. Calligraphy breathes life into these words once again; their elegance serves as a gentle reminder that trust is essential amidst uncertainty. A Japanese girl practicing her calligraphy embodies dedication and discipline required for mastery in this art form. Her focused gaze follows each brushstroke as she hones her skills, preserving a tradition that has been passed down through generations.