Correspondence Collection (#28)

In the City, Nov. 9, 1837, her Majesty Knighting Sir Moses Montefiore

Italy, Uniform of courier of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, watercolor, 1862
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Uniform of courier of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, 1862. Watercolor

Italy, Uniform of Papal courier, watercolor, 19th century
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Uniform of Papal courier. Watercolor

Letter written on papyrus and copper papyrus knife
Egyptian civilization, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty XXI. Letter written on papyrus and copper papyrus knife. From El-Hibeh

Germany, Dresden, Girl Reading Letter by open window, 1657, oil on canvas
Johannes or Jan Vermeer (1632-1675), A Girl Reading a Letter by an Open Window, 1657, oil on canvas, 83x64, 5 cm

Painted wood statue of scribe Intef recording wheat harvest, on top, fragment of letter, written in hieratic
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom. Painted wood statue of scribe Intef recording wheat harvest, height 11.70 cm. On top, fragment of letter, written in hieratic

Letter from A. R. Wallace to his mother, 28 May 1854
Page 2 of a letter from Alfred Russel Wallace to his mother about sending beetles to his agent Mr Stevens, future travel plans and his daily routine as a collector, dated May 1854

Letter from A. R. Wallace to his mother, 30 April 1854
Page 3 of a letter from Alfred Russel Wallace to his mother describing the people and wildlife of Singapore, staying with a missionary and the progress of his assistant Charles, dated April 1854

Cabrera-Thomas letter - page 3
Photograph of a letter held in the archives of the Natural History Museum, London, dated August 25th 1896

Cabrera-Thomas letter - page 4
Photograph of a letter held in the archives of the Natural History Museum, London, dated August 25th 1896

Cabrera-Thomas letter - page 5

Cabrera-Thomas letter - page 2
Photograph of a letter held in the archives of the Natural History Museum, London, dated August 25th 1896

Cabrera-Thomas letter - page 1
Photograph of a letter held in the archives of the Natural History Museum, London dated August 25th 1896

Toba-e correspondence of a Chinese sage. Print shows a man smoking a cigarette in a long holder, and a dragon ascending in a plume of smoke coming from a box on the ground next to him; a child()

Correspondence of Rajomon. Print shows a man departing, holding a closed umbrella over his right shoulder, looking back at a young woman standing on a veranda, leaning against a post

French Army in the Saarbrucken area, 1939
French soldiers receiving post, with letters being opened on the spot in excitement. Theh French Army depicted here by Sphere special artist, Fortunino Matania in the northern section

Alluring letter reader by David Wright
An alluring looking woman with an exotic flower in her hair pictured reading a letter. Date: c.1944

Cashmere sweater, 1953
A short-sleeved cashmere sweater by Ballantyne of Peebles with a raised intarsia design of white on white. Date: 1953

War Office letter to Mrs G G Ranstead, from the Director General of Mobilization, concerned the expected demobilisation of men who enlisted in 1914 and 1915. 11 June 1919

Astrological anatomy. Historical artwork of a male body showing various parts of the body and their correspondence with signs of the Zodiac

Red post box, City Hall Square, Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia, Europe

Red post boxes and marble church entrance, Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia, Europe

PROY2A-00033
Napoleon dictating to his secretaries. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

King George Vs message to troops of the Expeditionary Force from Buckingham Palace after Belgium had been attacked by Germany

Her Love Letter by Muriel Dawson
A little girl conscientiously writes a letter to her mother

Correspondence Course / W H Robinson
Learning to drive by Correspondence Course. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Postbox by J. A. Thorpe
A small girl (Phyllis) posts a letter while out walking the dog with her mother and says with a sudden clarity of understanding, " So thats where Aunty Mabel lives"

Letter from Captain EJ Smith
A two-page letter from EJ Smith, future Captain of the ill-fated SS Titanic, to My dear Alvin Taylor. It is written on RMS Baltic White Star Line headed paper

Accomplishments on the Mail Order System
A promising young studend of the Correspondence College for Skating taking the first course. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

News of Defeat at Court
Sir James de Hely presenting news of the defeat of the Turkish expedition to the King and the French court

A Friend in Need
Humorous illustration showing a little girl helping a small terrier dog to reach up to post a letter

Society Woman & Letter
A Society Woman sits in her private boudoir replying to correspondence. This elegant lady in her light muslin neglige has notes to answer and telegrams to send

Cabinet Noir
The correspondence of persons suspected of republican sympathies is subject to censorship by the secret Cabinet Noir

Titanic Letter
Letter written on board the Titanic using the White Star Line stationery with the recognisable red flag insignia. Written on 11 April, 3 days before the ship sank

Futuristic dictation machine
A futuristic dictation machine, which allows a businessman to dictate his correspondence without the need for a secretary

3rd Marq / Salisbury / Graph
ROBERT ARTHUR TALBOT GASCOYNE 3RD MARQUIS OF SALISBURY English statesman reading correspondence at his desk

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"Capturing the Essence of Correspondence: A Journey Through Time" In a world where instant messaging dominates, let us take a moment to appreciate the beauty and significance of correspondence. From handwritten letters to heartfelt greetings cards, these artifacts hold stories that transcend time. "The Letter" by Rex Whistler transports us back to the 20th century, reminding us of an era when words were carefully crafted on paper. It speaks volumes about the emotions conveyed through ink strokes and delicate penmanship. The old mailbox at Lincoln post office in Lincoln, New Mexico stands as a testament to countless exchanges between loved ones separated by distance. Each letter dropped within its metal embrace carried hopes, dreams, and connections waiting to be rekindled. Page 2 of Abigail Adams' letter to John Adams from 1776 showcases her eloquence in expressing her thoughts during a pivotal period in history. This ink-stained piece holds glimpses into their intimate conversations amidst revolutionary times. A WW2 greetings card sent by Corporal Joan Pearson reminds us of the power of connection even during times of conflict. These small tokens held immense value for soldiers far away from home, offering solace and support amidst chaos. John Hampden's letter to Colonel Bulstrode after the Battle of Edgehill takes us back even further - all the way to 1642. The artist himself captures this historical moment with his own hand; it is both a personal account and an artistic masterpiece. Frederick Childe Hassam's "The Writing Desk" immerses us in 1915 America - an era marked by elegance and sophistication. This painting depicts not just a desk but also serves as a window into an entire culture built upon written communication. Arabella Stuart's letter to Countess Shrewsbury provides insight into aristocratic life during the late 16th-early 17th century. Frederick George Netherclift brings this exchange alive through his artistic interpretation, allowing us to glimpse into their world.