Commentary Collection (#4)

Lesser burdock or cocklebur, Arctium minus (Xanthium, Lappa minor). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi

Walnut tree, Juglans major. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Yellow bugle, Ajuga chamaepitys. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Sicilian sumac or tanners sumach, Rhus coriaria. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

European rowan tree, Sorbus aucuparia. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Sycamore fig tree, Ficus sycomorus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Gooseberry, Ribes uva-crispa. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Mexican marigold or Aztec marigold, Tagetes erecta (Gerofano indiano maggiore). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea

Dog mercury, Mercurialis perennis, MERCORELLA MASCHIO. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Alder buckthorn or glossy buckthorn, Frangula alnus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Guelder-rose, Viburnum opulus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Jonquil, Narcissus jonquilla (Narcisso VIII). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Butcher s-broom, Ruscus aculeatus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Bristle fern, Trichomanes species. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Snapdragon variety, Antirrhinum species, ANTIRRHINO IIII. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Spineless butchers broom, Ruscus hypoglossum
Spineless butchers broom or horse tongue lily, Ruscus hypoglossum. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi

False flax oil, Camelina sativa. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Eastern pellitory-of-the-wall, Parietaria officinalis. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Lebanon cedar tree, Cedrus libani. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Fonio grass, Digitaria sanguinalis. SANGVINELLA. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Alkanet, Anchusa species
Alkanet or bugloss variety, Anchusa species (Anchusa terza). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Bittercress, Cardamine species (un altra dentaria). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Who Liveth So Merry in all this Land?, song illustration from
DGC452053 Who Liveth So Merry in all this Land?, song illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo

Caricature depicting the 5th Duke of Rutlands debauched coming-of-age party
465993 Caricature depicting the 5th Duke of Rutlands debauched coming-of-age party, 1799 (colour litho) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire

Alpha and Omega (colour litho)
3620468 Alpha and Omega (colour litho) by Anderson, Martin " Cynicus" (1854-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alpha and Omega)

Cartoon commenting on the less-than enthusiastic response to the new British coinage
3733766 Cartoon commenting on the less-than enthusiastic response to the new British coinage. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

The plea for a block signalling system to be made compulsory
3734153 The plea for a block signalling system to be made compulsory. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the plea for a block signalling system to be made compulsory)

British seaside resorts
3735427 British seaside resorts by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on British seaside resorts)

The sale of beef
3735818 The sale of beef by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the sale of beef. Illustrated by John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator, graphic humourist

La Partie de Cartes: Poincare, George V, Nicolas II, Guillaume II
3504461 La Partie de Cartes: PoincarA©, George V, Nicolas II, Guillaume II, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol

L Affaire Dreyfus, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol
3504457 L Affaire Dreyfus, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol. I, l Histoire Politique, pub.1933 (litho) by Forain, Jean-Louis (1852-1931) & Caran D Ache

L araignee anglaise et ses victimes: la France et la Belgique
3504433 L araignee anglaise et ses victimes: la France et la Belgique, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol. I, l Histoire Politique, pub.1933 ( litho) by French Photographer

Un ange meconnu (Legende allemande), from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol
3504420 Un ange meconnu (Legende allemande), from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol. I, l Histoire Politique, pub.1933 (litho) by Moloch (Colomb B.) (1849-1909); (add.info)

Plusieurs Araignees dans le Plafond, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol
3504406 Plusieurs Araignees dans le Plafond, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol. I, l Histoire Politique, pub.1933 (colour litho) by Le Petit

La Liberation du Territoire, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol
3504386 La Liberation du Territoire, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol. I, l Histoire Politique, pub.1933 (colour litho) by French Photographer

Que le Peuple Veille!, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol
3504377 Que le Peuple Veille!, from Histoire de la Troisieme Republique, Vol. I, l Histoire Politique, pub.1933 (colour litho) by Pilotell

Page from Symbols and Metaphors by Cynicus (colour litho)
2810345 Page from Symbols and Metaphors by Cynicus (colour litho) by Anderson, Martin " Cynicus" (1854-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting
1219481 The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting, published 1796 (hand-coloured engraving) by Gillray

Cliff Morgan - Rugby commentator Date: 1950s-1990s

Bill McLaren - Rugby commentator Date: 1950s-1990s

Peter O Sullevan - Racing commentator Date: 1970s - 1980s

Henry Longhurst - Golf commentator Date: 1960s - 1970s

Henry Cotton - English commentator Date: 1950s - 1960s

David Lloyd - Cricket commentator Date: 1980s - 1990s

Jonathan Agnew - Cricket commentator Date: 1990s - 2000s

Freddie Trueman - Cricket commentator Date: 1980s - 1990s

Political poster, Chinese Labour -- a commentary on British gold mining activities in the Transvaal, South Africa. circa 1906

John Peckham, Archbishop of Canterbury
John (Johannis) Peckham (1230-1292), Archbishop of Canterbury from 1279 to 1292. He was a native of Sussex, educated at Lewes Priory, becoming a Friar Minor about 1250

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"Commentary: Unveiling the Layers of Interpretation" In the realm of art, literature, and history, commentary serves as a gateway to understanding the multifaceted nature of human expression. Just like "The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting, 1796, " where every brushstroke tells a story waiting to be deciphered. Similarly, in "Moralia in Job (Fragments), " we find fragments of wisdom that provoke contemplation on life's trials and tribulations. Delving deeper into knowledge, "St Jerome's Commentary on the Prophet Amos (Fragment)" offers insights into religious texts while his "Epistles of St Jerome (Fragment)" provide glimpses into personal thoughts and experiences. These biblical commentaries shed light on ancient scriptures' meanings that continue to shape our beliefs today. Beyond theological discourse lies philosophy – an arena explored through snippets such as a "Philosophical Text (Fragment). " Within these fragmented musings lie profound ideas that challenge conventional thinking and inspire intellectual growth. But commentary isn't limited to words alone; it extends its reach even further. A cartoon illustrating Victorian enthusiasm for natural history showcases how visual representations can convey social trends and interests with humor and charm. In contrast, another cartoon titled "Poisoning by Food Adulteration" exposes darker aspects lurking beneath society's surface – urging us to question our consumption habits. However, not all commentaries revolve around serious subjects; some touch upon lighter themes like betting fever. Repetition emphasizes society's obsession with gambling as seen in multiple mentions: " (Betting fever), (Betting fever), (Betting fever). " These references remind us how societal fixations can consume individuals' lives while also serving as mirrors reflecting collective desires or vices. In essence, commentary acts as a bridge between creators' intentions and audiences' interpretations across various domains – from art to literature, religion to philosophy.