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Philologist Collection (#2)

"Exploring the Depths of Language: A Tribute to Philologists" In the realm of language and literature

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Home of German poet, philologist and literary historian Ludwig Uhland, Tubigen (engraving)

Home of German poet, philologist and literary historian Ludwig Uhland, Tubigen (engraving)
5208085 Home of German poet, philologist and literary historian Ludwig Uhland, Tubigen (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home of German poet)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Justus Lipsius, 1827 (oil on panel)

Justus Lipsius, 1827 (oil on panel)
3035937 Justus Lipsius, 1827 (oil on panel) by White, T.S. (fl.1827); 22.5x17 cm; Magdalen College, Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Justus Lipsius (18 October 1547 - 23 March 1606)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Johann Ludwig Uhland (1787-1862), German poet

Johann Ludwig Uhland (1787-1862), German poet, philologist and literary historian. Lithograph by P. Wurster from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1848

Background imagePhilologist Collection: John Horne Tooke, clergyman, politician, philologist

John Horne Tooke, clergyman, politician, philologist
John Horne Tooke (1736-1812), English clergyman, politician and philologist. circa 1800s

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Piero Vettori, Italian writer

Piero Vettori, Italian writer
6040000 Piero Vettori, Italian writer. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Piero Vettori, Italian writer, philologist and humanist, 1499-1585)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Felix Desire Deheque, 1865-66 (litho)

Felix Desire Deheque, 1865-66 (litho)
2641073 Felix DesireDeheque, 1865-66 (litho) by Charpentier, Auguste (1813-80); Private Collection; (add.info.: Felix DesireDeheque: 09.10.1794 - 1870 French hellenist, philologist Creators: A)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Portrait of John Gaspar Gevartius or Jan Caspar Gevaerts, jurisconsult of Antwerp and philologist

Portrait of John Gaspar Gevartius or Jan Caspar Gevaerts, jurisconsult of Antwerp and philologist, 1593-1666
6338893 Portrait of John Gaspar Gevartius or Jan Caspar Gevaerts, jurisconsult of Antwerp and philologist, 1593-1666 by Dyck

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Johannes Aventinus, Bavarian Renaissance humanist, historian and philologist (engraving)

Johannes Aventinus, Bavarian Renaissance humanist, historian and philologist (engraving)
3646548 Johannes Aventinus, Bavarian Renaissance humanist, historian and philologist (engraving) by Lautensack, Hanns Sebald (1524-c.1560); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Friedrich Schlegel, German poet (engraving)

Friedrich Schlegel, German poet (engraving)
3647974 Friedrich Schlegel, German poet (engraving) by Buttlar, Augusta von (1796-1857); Private Collection; (add.info.: Friedrich Schlegel (1772-1829), German poet

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Richard Porson (engraving)

Richard Porson (engraving)
489344 Richard Porson (engraving) by Kirkby, Thomas (1775-c.1847) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Porson (1759-1808), classical scholar; ); The Stapleton Collection; British

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Janos Zsamboky, Hungarian humanist scholar, 1531-1584

Janos Zsamboky, Hungarian humanist scholar, 1531-1584
6039938 Janos Zsamboky, Hungarian humanist scholar, 1531-1584. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Janos Zsamboky, Hungarian humanist scholar, physician, and historian)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Jan Casper Gevaerts, 1827 (oil on panel)

Jan Casper Gevaerts, 1827 (oil on panel)
3035946 Jan Casper Gevaerts, 1827 (oil on panel) by White, T.S. (fl.1827); 23x16.5 cm; Magdalen College, Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Jan Casper Gevaerts, or Jean-Gaspard Gevaerts (1593-1666)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Johann Uhland (chromolitho)

Johann Uhland (chromolitho)
816028 Johann Uhland (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Uhland (1787-1862)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Josef Dobrovsky (1753-1829), Czech philologist and historian (colour litho)

Josef Dobrovsky (1753-1829), Czech philologist and historian (colour litho)
817519 Josef Dobrovsky (1753-1829), Czech philologist and historian (colour litho) by Czech School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josef Dobrovsky (1753-1829)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Philipp Nicodemus Frischlin, German playwright (engraving)

Philipp Nicodemus Frischlin, German playwright (engraving)
3647899 Philipp Nicodemus Frischlin, German playwright (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philipp Nicodemus Frischlin (1547-1590)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Andre Dacier, 1805-11 (engraving)

Andre Dacier, 1805-11 (engraving)
446516 Andre Dacier, 1805-11 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Andre Dacier (1651-1722)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Johannes Aventinus, Bavarian historian

Johannes Aventinus, Bavarian historian
6039956 Johannes Aventinus, Bavarian historian. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Georg Turmair, pen name Johannes Aventinus)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Wilhelm Wackernagel, German-Swiss philologist (engraving)

Wilhelm Wackernagel, German-Swiss philologist (engraving)
6014566 Wilhelm Wackernagel, German-Swiss philologist (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wilhelm Wackernagel (1806-1869), German-Swiss philologist

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Johann Aventinus (Johann Turmair), 1554. Creator: Hans Sebald Lautensack

Johann Aventinus (Johann Turmair), 1554. Creator: Hans Sebald Lautensack
Johann Aventinus (Johann Turmair), 1554

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Sir Henry Spelman (Henricus Spelmannus Eques Auratus), 1664. Creator: William Faithorne

Sir Henry Spelman (Henricus Spelmannus Eques Auratus), 1664. Creator: William Faithorne
Sir Henry Spelman (Henricus Spelmannus Eques Auratus), 1664

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Dr. Latham - Editor of Dictionary, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson

Dr. Latham - Editor of Dictionary, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Dr. Latham - Editor of Dictionary, 1843-47

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Jose Balari Jovany (1844-1904). Colored engraving

Jose Balari Jovany (1844-1904). Colored engraving
Jose Balari Jovany (1844-1904). Spanish hellenistic and philologist. Engraving of The Catalan Illustration, 1904. Colored

Background imagePhilologist Collection: FULVIO ORSINI

FULVIO ORSINI Italian philologist Date: 1529 - 1600

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Mercurialis, (1530-1606), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Mercurialis, (1530-1606), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Mercurialis, (1530-1606), 1830. Girolamo Mercuriale (1530-1606) Italian philologist and physician, famous for his work De Arte Gymnastica one of the first explanations of physiotherapy

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Sir W. Jones, (1746-1794), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Sir W. Jones, (1746-1794), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir W. Jones, (1746-1794), 1830. Sir William Jones (1746-1794) Anglo-Welsh philologist, judge on the Supreme Court of Judicature at Fort William in Bengal, and scholar of ancient India

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Hortensius, (1501-1574), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Hortensius, (1501-1574), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Hortensius, (1501-1574), 1830. Lambert Hortensius (1501-1574) Dutch philologer, writer of verse, and historian. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard. [Thomas Tegg, R

Background imagePhilologist Collection: C. Gesner, (1516-1565), 1830. Creator: Unknown

C. Gesner, (1516-1565), 1830. Creator: Unknown
C. Gesner, (1516-1565), 1830. Conrad Gessner (1516-1565) Swiss physician, naturalist, bibliographer, and philologist who became Zurichs City Physician

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Clenard, (1495-1542), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Clenard, (1495-1542), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Clenard, (1495-1542), 1830. Nicolas Cleynaerts (1495-1542) Flemish grammarian, traveler and professor of Latin. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard. [Thomas Tegg, R

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Aventine, (1477-1534), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Aventine, (1477-1534), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Aventine, (1477-1534), 1830. Johannes Aventinus (1477-1534) Bavarian Renaissance humanist historian and philologist appointed by William IV, Duke of Bavaria to write a history of the country

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Dr John Walker, Compiler of Dictionary. Creator: N J Cottingham

Dr John Walker, Compiler of Dictionary. Creator: N J Cottingham
Dr John Walker, Compiler of Dictionary. Portrait of English stage actor, philologist and lexicographer John Walker (1732-1807)

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Ramon Menendez Pidal (1869-1968), Spanish scholar

Ramon Menendez Pidal (1869-1968), Spanish scholar

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Antoni de Capmany (1742-1813), Catalan historian, philologist and politician

Antoni de Capmany (1742-1813), Catalan historian, philologist and politician

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Ramon Menendez Pidal (1869-1968), Spanish philologist and historian

Ramon Menendez Pidal (1869-1968), Spanish philologist and historian

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Manuel Mila i Fontanals (1818 - 1884), Catalan philologist

Manuel Mila i Fontanals (1818 - 1884), Catalan philologist

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Christian Tobias Damm

Christian Tobias Damm
CHRISTIAN TOBIAS DAMM German philologist, depicted holding a book in one hand and gesturing with the other. Date: 1699 - 1778

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Johann Nolte

Johann Nolte
JOHANN FRIEDRICH NOLTE (Noltenius) German philologist Date: 1694 - 1754

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Karl Lachmann

Karl Lachmann
KARL K F W LACHMANN German scholar, philologist and critic. Date: 1793 - 1851

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Federal Republic of Yugoslavia - Banknote - 10000 Dinar

Federal Republic of Yugoslavia - Banknote - 10000 Dinar
The Former Federal Republic of Yugoslavia - Banknote - 10000 Dinar, bearing the portrait of Vuk Stefanovic Karadzic (1787-1864), a Serbian philologist and linguist Date: circa 1990s

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Josef Dobrovsky, 1753 - 1829. Czech philologist, historian and leading figure in the Czech

Josef Dobrovsky, 1753 - 1829. Czech philologist, historian and leading figure in the Czech National Revival. After a print by Tommaso Benedetti from a work by Franz Kadlik

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Friedrich Nietzsche, 1844 -1900. German philosopher, philologist and classical scholar

Friedrich Nietzsche, 1844 -1900. German philosopher, philologist and classical scholar. After a contemporary work by Hans Olde; Artwork

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Giacomo Taldegardo Francesco di Sales Saverio Pietro Leopardi, 1798 - 1837

Giacomo Taldegardo Francesco di Sales Saverio Pietro Leopardi, 1798 - 1837. Italian philosopher, poet, essayist and philologist. After a contemporary print

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, 1844 - 1900. German philosopher, cultural critic, composer, poet

Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, 1844 - 1900. German philosopher, cultural critic, composer, poet, philologist and a Latin and Greek scholar. After a contemporary print

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Portrait Jeronimo de Bosch philologist Latin poet

Portrait Jeronimo de Bosch philologist Latin poet
Portrait of Jeronimo de Bosch, philologist and Latin poet, Jeronimo de Bosch, Reinier Vinkeles (I) (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1808, paper, etching, h 175 mm × w 137 mm

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Friedrich Max M

Friedrich Max M

Background imagePhilologist Collection: Jean-Fran

Jean-Fran




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"Exploring the Depths of Language: A Tribute to Philologists" In the realm of language and literature, philologists have played a crucial role in unraveling its mysteries. From Friedrich Nietzsche's profound insights to William Barnes' poetic brilliance, these individuals have left an indelible mark on our understanding of words. The caricatured image of Friedrich Nietzsche captures his philosophical genius intertwined with his linguistic prowess. His deep contemplations on language continue to inspire scholars today. William Barnes, an English poet and clergyman, exemplified the multidimensional nature of philology. Through wood engravings from 1886, we glimpse into his world where poetry and linguistics converged harmoniously. Leonardo Bruni stands as a towering figure in Renaissance humanism. As a philologist, he revived classical texts and paved the way for future generations to appreciate ancient languages. Jacob Baden's contributions as a philologist cannot be overlooked either. His dedication to studying languages shed light on their intricate structures and historical evolution. Wilhelm Von Humboldt's legacy lies not only in politics but also in his groundbreaking work as a linguist. He emphasized that language shapes our perception of reality—a notion that continues to shape linguistic studies today. Guillaume Bude's expertise extended beyond law; he was also known for his significant contributions as a French scholar and philologist during the Renaissance era. Juan Eugenio Hartzenbusch Martinez, a Spanish writer whose name echoes through time, embraced both literature and linguistics. His works reflect an unwavering commitment to preserving Spain's rich cultural heritage through meticulous research. Christian Tobias Damm delved into Germanic languages with unparalleled passion. His relentless pursuit of knowledge propelled him forward as one of history's most esteemed philologists. Johann Nolte made remarkable strides in comparative grammar—an essential field within philology—by analyzing various languages' similarities and differences across continents. Karl Lachmann's meticulous textual criticism revolutionized the study of ancient manuscripts.