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Letter P Collection

The letter P has a rich history, dating back to medieval times

Background imageLetter P Collection: The Letter P (converted to an R), 1465/1470. Creator: Master with the Banderoles

The Letter P (converted to an R), 1465/1470. Creator: Master with the Banderoles
The Letter P (converted to an R), 1465/1470

Background imageLetter P Collection: U of P, c1908. Creator: Edward Penfield

U of P, c1908. Creator: Edward Penfield
U of P, c1908. [Publisher: Harper Publications; Place: New York]

Background imageLetter P Collection: The Judge Judah (?), 1210/1220. Creator: Unknown

The Judge Judah (?), 1210/1220. Creator: Unknown
The Judge Judah (?), 1210/1220

Background imageLetter P Collection: Four Saints in a Historiated Initial 'P' from a Choirbook or Antiphonal, 1460/80

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

Background imageLetter P Collection: Letter P, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry

Letter P, 1630. Creator: Pierre Aubry
Letter P, 1630

Background imageLetter P Collection: Medieval Illuminated Letters

Medieval Illuminated Letters
Vintage lithograph from 1860 of examples of Medieval Illuminated Letters from, the 10th and 11th Century period

Background imageLetter P Collection: Initial letter P on patterned background, 1520. 1520. Creator: Anon

Initial letter P on patterned background, 1520. 1520. Creator: Anon
Initial letter P on patterned background, 1520

Background imageLetter P Collection: Letter P, Peppery Papas Powerful Palm Proclaiming Parental Prerogative (colour litho)

Letter P, Peppery Papas Powerful Palm Proclaiming Parental Prerogative (colour litho)
5217842 Letter P, Peppery Papas Powerful Palm Proclaiming Parental Prerogative (colour litho) by Hammond, William (fl.1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter P)

Background imageLetter P Collection: Butter Box, c. 1953. Creator: Harry Grossen

Butter Box, c. 1953. Creator: Harry Grossen
Butter Box, c. 1953

Background imageLetter P Collection: A large historiated initial P, depicting a Nativity scene, c

A large historiated initial P, depicting a Nativity scene, c
985974 A large historiated initial P, depicting a Nativity scene, c.1490 (tempera & gold on vellum) by Crema, Giovanni Pietro Medici Da (fl.c.1490); 18.5x18.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageLetter P Collection: Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes (colour litho)

Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes (colour litho)
5236080 Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter P, Pecheurs Experimentes)

Background imageLetter P Collection: French comic alphabet (colour litho)

French comic alphabet (colour litho)
6032829 French comic alphabet (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French comic alphabet)

Background imageLetter P Collection: Letter P (colour litho)

Letter P (colour litho)
6032889 Letter P (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter P. Victorian scrap, late 19th century.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Background imageLetter P Collection: Initial letter P with putto, mid-16th century. Creator: Unknown

Initial letter P with putto, mid-16th century. Creator: Unknown
Initial letter P with putto, mid-16th century

Background imageLetter P Collection: Manuscript Leaf with Initial P, from an Antiphonary, German, second quarter 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial P, from an Antiphonary, German, second quarter 15th century

Background imageLetter P Collection: Initial P with the Martyrdom of Saint Peter Martyr, Italian, second half 13th century

Initial P with the Martyrdom of Saint Peter Martyr, Italian, second half 13th century

Background imageLetter P Collection: Manuscript Leaf with the Opening of the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Ephesians, French

Manuscript Leaf with the Opening of the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Ephesians, French
Manuscript Leaf with the Opening of the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Ephesians, from a Bible, French, ca. 1300

Background imageLetter P Collection: Manuscript Illumination with Salvator Mundi in an Initial P, from a Choir Book, Italian

Manuscript Illumination with Salvator Mundi in an Initial P, from a Choir Book, Italian, early 16th century

Background imageLetter P Collection: Initial P with the Martyrdom of Saint Peter Martyr, second half 13th century. Creator: Unknown

Initial P with the Martyrdom of Saint Peter Martyr, second half 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Initial P with the Martyrdom of Saint Peter Martyr, second half 13th century

Background imageLetter P Collection: P - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz

P - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). Creator: Hans Weiditz
P - An Alphabet by Hans Weiditz, c1520-1521, (1908). After designs by Durer. From " The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 12 - October 1907 to March 1908"

Background imageLetter P Collection: Guide Constructing Letter P Joris Hoefnagel Flemish

Guide Constructing Letter P Joris Hoefnagel Flemish
Guide for Constructing the Letter P; Joris Hoefnagel (Flemish, Hungarian, 1542 - 1600); Vienna, Austria; about 1591 - 1596; Watercolors, gold and silver paint

Background imageLetter P Collection: Letter P. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger

Letter P. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Letter P

Background imageLetter P Collection: P the Perky, 1903. Artist: John Hassall

P the Perky, 1903. Artist: John Hassall
P the Perky, 1903. An initial letter P from a child alphabet. From An A.B.C. of Everyday People, by G. E. Farrow. [Dean & Son Limited, London, 1903]

Background imageLetter P Collection: Black and white illustration of round symbol with three concentric circles and letters within

Black and white illustration of round symbol with three concentric circles and letters within

Background imageLetter P Collection: The Letter P And A Woman

The Letter P And A Woman
Hollywood, California c. 1935. The letter P accompanied by an attractive young woman

Background imageLetter P Collection: Map of Candelaro, Italy, from the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele

Map of Candelaro, Italy, from the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Candelaro. From the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697

Background imageLetter P Collection: Map of Salzola, Italy, from the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele

Map of Salzola, Italy, from the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Salzola. From the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697



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The letter P has a rich history, dating back to medieval times. In illuminated manuscripts, the initial letter P was often adorned with intricate designs and patterns on a vibrant background. One such example is the Initial letter P from 1520, created by an anonymous artist. This captivating piece showcases the craftsmanship of the time. Moving forward in history, we encounter a color lithograph featuring the letter P surrounded by words like "Peppery Papas Powerful Palm Proclaiming Parental Prerogative. " This playful depiction highlights the versatility of this consonant and its ability to convey various meanings. In another artwork called Butter Box, created around 1953 by Harry Grossen, we see a unique interpretation of the letter P. It adds charm to an everyday object and reminds us that even mundane items can be transformed into works of art. The significance of the letter P extends beyond visual representations. A large historiated initial P captures our attention with its portrayal of a Nativity scene. This religious imagery connects us to centuries-old traditions and stories. Continuing our exploration, we come across colorful lithographs showcasing different aspects associated with the letter P. From "Pecheurs Experimentes" (Experienced Fishermen) to French comic alphabets, these illustrations demonstrate how letters can be brought to life through imagination and creativity. Another striking representation is an unknown artist's mid-16th-century initial letter P featuring a putto - a cherubic figure often seen in Renaissance art. The combination of delicate details and whimsical elements makes this artwork truly captivating. Delving deeper into historical artifacts, we find manuscript leaves containing initials or passages starting with the majestic capital 'P. ' These fragments offer glimpses into ancient texts such as antiphonaries or epistles written by Saint Paul himself – connecting us directly with past civilizations' knowledge and wisdom. Lastly, an Italian manuscript leaf depicts Saint Peter Martyr's martyrdom within its initial P.