Initial Collection (#6)

Stoneware Vase, c. 1936. Creator: Carl Weiss
Stoneware Vase, c. 1936

Silver Sugar Bowl, c. 1936. Creator: Bernard Westmacott
Silver Sugar Bowl, c. 1936

Page from a Choirbook with Christ and a Pharisee in a Historiated Initial "D", 1430/90

The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500. Creator: Unknown
The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500

Nehemiah before King Artaxerxes, initial ‘C from a Bible, about 1430. Creator: Masters of Zweder van Culemborg
Nehemiah before King Artaxerxes, initial C from a Bible, about 1430

Plate Treen, 1938. Creator: Wellington Blewett
Plate Treen, 1938

Bung Starter Mallet, c. 1942/1942. Creator: Irving L. Biehn
Bung Starter Mallet, c. 1942/1942

Foot Warmer, c. 1936. Creator: Gerald Bernhardt
Foot Warmer, c. 1936

David Reed's Tavern Sign (recto), 1938. Creator: Frances Cohen
David Reed's Tavern Sign (recto), 1938

David Reed's Tavern Sign (verso), c. 1938. Creator: Frances Cohen
David Reed's Tavern Sign (verso), c. 1938

Firemark, 1935/1942. Creator: Alf Bruseth
Firemark, 1935/1942

Men's Coat, c. 1936. Creator: B. Berndt
Men's Coat, c. 1936

Two Marys Discover the Empty Tomb in a Historiated Initial "M", 1475/99. Creator: Unknown
Two Marys Discover the Empty Tomb in a Historiated Initial "M", 1475/99

Four Saints in a Historiated Initial "P" from a Choirbook or Antiphonal, 1460/80

Saint Jerome and the Lion, c.1509. Creator: Giovanni Battista Palumba
Saint Jerome and the Lion, c.1509

Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30. Creator: Maestro Daddesco
Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30

Door Knocker, c. 1937. Creator: William L. Antrim
Door Knocker, c. 1937

Pa. German Plate, 1938. Creator: Eugene Shellady
Pa. German Plate, 1938

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4284525 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

French Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Fig 1: Initial from the time of Louis XII by [Geofroy] Tory. Fig 2: Initial from the time of Francois I by Tory

Text page with the Virgin and two peacocks, c1490. From the Sforza Hours, produced in Milan. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

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A Souvenir of the Mutiny in India, 1858. Creator: Unknown
A Souvenir of the Mutiny in India, 1858. Pendant of a waistcoat-chain commemorating...the extraordinary escape of Lieutenant Henry Edward Hall...On the 6th of April 1858, a desperate engagement

Gold Box presented with the Freedom of the City of London to Admiral Sir Edmund Lyons, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Gold Box presented with the Freedom of the City of London to Admiral Sir Edmund Lyons, 1856. In the centre of the engraved subject or design on the lid is a monogram formed of the letters "E

Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520

Royal Oratory, Chateau de Chambord, Loire Valley, France
Royal Oratory, or private chapel of the king, with stone vaulted coffered ceiling, in the Francois I wing of the Chateau de Chambord

Double helix staircase, Chateau de Chambord, Loire Valley
Double helix staircase on the second floor, in the Chateau de Chambord, designed by Domenico da Cortona and built 1519-47 in French Renaissance style under King Francois I, at Chambord, Loir-et-Cher

Statutes for Elections (Fragment)
Bifolium from an unidentified text, possibly a work such as book of statutes or constitution for a monastic community, on parchment

Breviary (Fragment)
Two leaves, probably from a breviary, parchment. The leaves are from the same work but do not appear to be consecutive. Main body text in two columns in a Gothic textualis rotunda in dark brown ink

Unidentified Fragment
Fragment of a leaf of a manuscript, parchment. Text in Middle German(?). The text block has wide margins above, beneath and to the left-hand side but the leaf has been cut down the right-hand side

Bristol Jupiter, initial assembly workshop
Bristol Aeroplane Company - Bristol Jupiter, 9-cylinder radial engine, initial assembly workshop. Date: circa 1935

Bristol Mercury, initial assembly workshop
Bristol Aeroplane Company - Bristol Mercury, 9-cylinder radial engine, initial assembly workshop. Date: circa 1935

The Cologne Chronicle by Johann Koelhoff the Younger. 15th c
The Cologne Chronicle by Johann Koelhoff the Younger (1440- 1502). 1499. German Historical Museum. Berlin. Germany

Egyptian skulls
Egypt. Skulls. Initial Late Period. One of them is dated after 664 BC. 26th dynasty or Saite Period (672-525 BC). From cemetery near Tura. The other has uncertain date and unknown origin

Initial. Missal
Missal. Initial detail. Friar near death. Latin. Codex 9. 1524. Printing Rosenbach (Barcelona, Spain). Chapter Archive of Tortosa. Catalonia. Spain

The end of "The Romance of the Rose", and the beginning of "The Parlement of Foules"
7409778 The end of "The Romance of the Rose", and the beginning of "The Parlement of Foules", ie Parliament of Fowls, from The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer, by William Morris

The coronation of King Edward I
3078490 The coronation of King Edward I by English School, (13th century); (add.info.: An historiated initial depicting the coronation of King Edward I (1239-1307) of England

Peter IV of Aragon called the Ceremonial or el del punyalet, 14th century (illumination)
CUL4853934 Peter IV of Aragon called the Ceremonial or el del punyalet, 14th century (illumination) by Spanish School, (14th century); (add.info)

PB 5-2001
Pages 22-23. "The Knights Tale". The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer. William Morris, Kelmscott Press. Illustrations by Sir Edward Burne-Jones

Initial letter V: a monk tastes wine from a barrel and fills a jug, 13th century (miniature)
JLJ4684804 Initial letter V: a monk tastes wine from a barrel and fills a jug, 13th century (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (13th century); British Library, London

Incipit of the book of Jeremiah depicting the prophet in a lettrine, from the Bible of Borso d'Este (1413-1471)
DEX5040785 Incipit of the book of Jeremiah depicting the prophet in a lettrine, from the Bible of Borso d'Este (1413-1471) (Vol)

Representation of the construction of the Tower of Babel a Babylon Miniature from " Chronique dit de la
JLJ4599229 Representation of the construction of the Tower of Babel a Babylon Miniature from " Chronique dit de la Bouquechardiere par Jean de Courcy" by the Master of the Echevinage of

Very large historiated initial S, showing Saint Stephen, c. 1350-1400 (coloured inks and gold leaf on vellum)
986165 Very large historiated initial S, showing Saint Stephen, c.1350-1400 (coloured inks and gold leaf on vellum) by Gherarducci

Representation of the foundation of the city of Troy by the Trojans, of the city of Carthage by Didon
JLJ4599219 Representation of the foundation of the city of Troy by the Trojans, of the city of Carthage by Didon and of the city of Rome by Romulus" Manuscript page " Chronicle dit de la

Exit from the Arche by Noe and his family, foundation of Argos and Athenes Miniature taken from " Chronicle dit de
JLJ4599232 Exit from the Arche by Noe and his family, foundation of Argos and Athenes Miniature taken from " Chronicle dit de la Bouquechardiere par Jean de Courcy" by the Master of

Fra Pietro di Pavia (Frere Pierre de Pavia), a copyist at work ("M"). 14th century manuscript
GIA5036429 Fra Pietro di Pavia (Frere Pierre de Pavia), a copyist at work ("M"). 14th century manuscript. by Unknown Artist

A princely wedding performed by a bishop, late 16th century. late 16th century. Creator: Anon
A princely wedding performed by a bishop, late 16th century

Silver Sugar Bowl, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Charles Cullen
Silver Sugar Bowl, 1935/1942

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"Exploring the Richness of History: Initial Glimpses into Ancient Manuscripts, Artworks, and Landmarks" Step back in time as we delve into the captivating world of "initials. " From the mesmerizing pages of the Lindisfarne Gospels to a statue honoring John Lennon near the original Cavern Club, these hints offer glimpses into various aspects of history. Imagine knights on horseback engaging in a medieval tournament, one triumphant warrior being presented with a trophy. This French manuscript illumination from the 15th century transports us to an era filled with chivalry and honor. Delving deeper into music's past, Choirbook number 9 takes us on a melodic journey through Gregorian chants from the 15th century. The ethereal voices echo through time, connecting us to ancient traditions. Traveling further south, Byrsa Hill stands proudly as Carthage's original Punic site. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, it whispers tales of ancient civilizations and their enduring legacies. Shifting gears towards amusement and entertainment, Carington Bowles' print titled "The Comical Hotch-Potch" invites laughter with its whimsical portrayal of an alphabet turn d posture-master. A glimpse into English humor from 1782. Venturing even further back in time reveals Satires by Juvenal and Corpus Iuris Civilis – literary treasures that shed light on Roman society and law during their respective periods. Returning to sacred melodies once again is Choirbook number Its delicate pages carry enchanting Gregorian chants that have graced countless religious ceremonies throughout centuries - transporting souls closer to divinity. Marvel at intricate craftsmanship within initial letters found in ancient manuscripts like the Book of Kells or Egerton Bohun Psalter-Hours. These masterpieces showcase dedication and skill while preserving stories for generations yet unborn. Finally, Anne Boleyn's portrait from 1532 reminds us of the captivating figures that shaped history.