Language Collection (page 6)

Lady receiving a rose from a gentleman in a park under a statue. She says, It's not a favor, it's only fair
FLO4691552 Lady receiving a rose from a gentleman in a park under a statue. She says, It's not a favor, it's only fair

Lady and gentleman wearing a wig in a parlor, 19th century. She says, A wig? Really, I never guessed
FLO4691537 Lady and gentleman wearing a wig in a parlor, 19th century. She says, A wig? Really, I never guessed... She thinks, It's a plain as the nose on your face

Woman meeting a portly dandy in a parlour with large mirror and sofa. Charmed to meet you! (What an oaf)
FLO4691295 Woman meeting a portly dandy in a parlour with large mirror and sofa. Charmed to meet you! (What an oaf!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean

Gentleman presenting a lady with a necklace in a parlor. She says, It's madness, my friend! Am I worth it
FLO4691424 Gentleman presenting a lady with a necklace in a parlor. She says, It's madness, my friend! Am I worth it? She thinks, The stones are so tiny

French language: to have a hobby as Ingres had for violin, chromolithograph, early 20th century
ELD4949800 French language: to have a hobby as Ingres had for violin, chromolithograph, early 20th century; Private Collection; (add.info.: French language)

Portrait of Rudolf von Raumer (1815-1876), German linguist
IMB4827703 Portrait of Rudolf von Raumer (1815-1876), German linguist; (add.info.: Portrait of Rudolf von Raumer (1815-1876), German linguist); © Imagebroker

Page of a manuscript representing the allegories of Dialectics (associated with Zarathustra (Zarathushtra)
BEN5464500 Page of a manuscript representing the allegories of Dialectics (associated with Zarathustra (Zarathushtra, Zarathushtra)

Portrait of Cicero or Marcus Tullius Cicero in a page of a manuscript representing the allegories of Dialectics
BEN5464493 Portrait of Cicero or Marcus Tullius Cicero in a page of a manuscript representing the allegories of Dialectics (associated with Zarathustra (Zarathushtra, Zarathushtra)

Lecon from the episodes of the Bible, alphabet page from an elementary manual from New England (USA)
NWI4961393 Lecon from the episodes of the Bible, alphabet page from an elementary manual from New England (USA) - Colorized engraving 19th century

British writer Lady Mary (Marie) Wortley Montagu (Wortley-Montagu) (1689-1762)
FAT4301499 British writer Lady Mary (Marie) Wortley Montagu (Wortley-Montagu) (1689-1762) dressed in oriental costume learned Arabic during his stay in Turkey in 1717

French historian Ernest Renan, 19th century (engraving)
3733437 French historian Ernest Renan, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Ernest Renan (1823-1892) a French expert of Semitic languages and civilizations, philosopher, historian

Karl August Engelbrekt Ahlqvist
3078310 Karl August Engelbrekt Ahlqvist; (add.info.: Portrait of Karl August Engelbrekt Ahlqvist (1826-1889) a Finnish poet, scholar of the Finno-Ugric language, author, and literary critic

Student using an Edison phonograph to learn a language, 1893
3478800 Student using an Edison phonograph to learn a language, 1893; (add.info.: Student using an Edison phonograph to learn a language)

L. L. Zamenhof, 1908 (engraving)
1576633 L. L. Zamenhof, 1908 (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of L. L. Zamenhof (1859-1917) creator of Esperanto, the world's most successful constructed language, and a physician by profession

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Children having a snowball fight (chromolitho)
8677342 Children having a snowball fight (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children having a snowball fight)

F for fruiterer (chromolitho)
8677320 F for fruiterer (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: F for fruiterer. Woman cutting fruit on a counter)

A for artist (chromolitho)
8677316 A for artist (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A for artist. Man painting a picture with canvas and easel)

B for baby (chromolitho)
8677314 B for baby (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: B for baby. Woman combing the hair of a young girl)

Children playing with a toy yacht (chromolitho)
8677300 Children playing with a toy yacht (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing with a toy yacht)

Children playing a throwing game (chromolitho)
8677294 Children playing a throwing game (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing a throwing game)

Turkey, moose and elephant (colour litho)
8677422 Turkey, moose and elephant (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: D for dindon (turkey) and E for elan (moose) and elephant

Rabbit, lizard, llama and wolf (colour litho)
8677380 Rabbit, lizard, llama and wolf (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: K and L for lapin (rabbit), lezard (lizard)

Ram, buzzard, and ibex (colour litho)
8677378 Ram, buzzard, and ibex (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: B for belier (ram), buse (buzzard), bouquetin (ibex)

Falcon, weasel and pheasant (colour litho)
8677376 Falcon, weasel and pheasant (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: F for faucon (falcon), fouine (weasel) and faisan (pheasant)

H for Hercules (chromolitho)
8677363 H for Hercules (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: H for Hercules. Hercules lifting weights to show his strength)

N for nurse (chromolitho)
8677362 N for nurse (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: N for nurse. Girl playing nurse to four dolls)

Children playing leapfrog (chromolitho)
8677347 Children playing leapfrog (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children playing leapfrog)

The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis, XI, 7 (coloured engraving)
8649887 The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis, XI, 7 (coloured engraving) by Schnorr von Carolsfeld, Julius (1794-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Confusion of Tongues, Genesis, XI, 7)

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Language is a powerful tool that connects people across time and space, transcending borders and cultures, and is through language that we express our thoughts, emotions, and ideas. In the heart of London, England lies the British Museum, home to one of history's most iconic artifacts - The Rosetta Stone. This ancient relic unlocked the secrets of Egyptian hieroglyphs, allowing us to understand an ancient civilization's language. As we wander through this museum adorned with flags of the Royal Navy, we are reminded of how language played a crucial role in shaping empires and forging alliances throughout Europe. A vibrant Southern Railway poster from 1939 catches our eye as it advertises Ramsgate in all its glory; a testament to how language was used to entice travelers to explore new destinations. Intriguing illustrations showcasing sign language hand signals representing letters remind us that communication takes various forms beyond spoken words. Esperanto at a glance introduces us to an invented universal language aimed at fostering understanding among diverse cultures. Moving away from linguistic symbols, a captivating Southern Railway advertising poster displays the picturesque Weald of Kent; reminding us that even landscapes can speak their own unique dialects. The Language of Flowers reveals yet another fascinating aspect where nature communicates with its delicate blooms symbolizing love or friendship. Meanwhile, exploring the development of the English alphabet illuminates how written languages evolve over time. A sepia photograph captures Sigmund Freud's intense gaze as he reminds us that body it also conveys meaning beyond verbal expression. In Birstall, West Yorkshire stands a statue honoring Joseph Priestly who made significant contributions to linguistics; his legacy forever etched into history. Delving deeper into European heritage brings forth Ramon Llull's Breviculum Codex miniature - an exquisite example illustrating medieval manuscripts' intricate beauty while preserving knowledge for future generations.