Western Script Collection (page 3)

Circular world map by Hecataeus of Miletus
Cartography, 6th-5th century b.C. Circular world map by Hecataeus of Miletus

Auc Coucett the Champion Monocyclist of the world, advertisement for unicycle
Posters, United States of America, 19th century. Auc Coucett the Champion Monocyclist of the world. Advertisment for the unicycle

Advertisement for car depicting La Belle Otero at wheel and Michel Zelete, valet of marquis of Dijon beside her
France, 20th century. De Dion Bouton Petit voiture 6 chevaux. Advertisment for a car depicting La Belle Otero at the wheel and Michel Zelete, valet of the marquis of Dijon beside her

Poster from World War I ordering general mobilization, Sunday, August 2, 1914
France, 20th century, First World War - Armee de Terre et Armee de Mer. Ordre de Mobilisation Generale. Poster ordering general mobilization, Sunday, August 2, 1914

Twelfth Italian Grand Prix at Monza, September 9, 1934, illustration by Plinio Codognato, poster
Posters, Italy, 20th century. Twelfth Italian Grand Prix at Monza, September 9, 1934. Illustration by Plinio Codognato (1878-1940)

Propaganda poster from World War I by Egon Tschirch (1889-1948), Berlin, 1918
Germany, 20th century, First World War. So sah es aus in deutschen Landen, kam der Franzose an den Rhein. Propaganda poster by Egon Tschirch (1889-1948), Berlin 1918

New and Accurate Map of Ancient and Modern Rome by Jean van Ram, copperplate, printed in Amsterdam circa 1691-1693
Cartography. Italy, 17th century. New and accurate map of Ancient and Modern Rome by Jean van Ram, Amsterdam 1691-1693 ca. Copperplate 50 x 59 cm

Letter from Queen Mary (1542-1587) to the Abbot of Dunfermline, 1889. Artist: James Stillie
Letter from Queen Mary to the Abbot of Dunfermline. A letter from Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587) to George Durie (died 1577) Abbot of Dumfermling

Colonial architecture in Marigot, St. Martin, French territory, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Vintage World War One poster of a Marine Corps bulldog chasing a German dachshund. It reads, Teufel Hunden German Nickname For U.S. Marines, Devil Dog Recruiting Station

Vintage World War II poster of a giant water tap. It reads, No water, No guns, Don t waste it!! Philadelphia Council Of Defense

World War One poster of Marines charging into battle behind the American flag
Vintage World War One poster of Marines charging into battle behind the American flag. It declares - First In France, U.S. Marines

Digitally restored war propaganda poster. This vintage World War II poster features the hand of a worker punching a time clock. It declares - Victory Starts Here!

Vintage World War II poster of a chef holding an onion with a tear in his eye. It reads, Know your onions, make all the food go all the way, food is ammunition don t waste it

Wedding images, bottles of prosecco, United Kingdom, Europe

Floride Street, downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

Neon lights, Las Vegas Strip at dusk with Flamingo Facade and palm trees, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Anatomical theatre of Doctor Giovanni Guglielmo Riva at the Ospedale della Consolazione
History of Medicine, 17th century. Rome. Anatomical theatre of Doctor Giovanni Guglielmo Riva (1627-1677) at the Ospedale della Consolazione

Map of Botany Bay, New South Wales, Australia
Cartography, 18th century. Map of Botany Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Poster for recruitment from World War II, by Abram Games, illustration, 1941-1942
England, 20th century, Second World War - Airborne Forces. The Airborne Forces of the British Army consist of parachute troops and glider-borne troops of all arms of the service

Theatre du Vaudeville: La Passerelle, by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942), illustration, 1902
Posters, France, 20th century. Theatre du Vaudeville: La Passerelle, 1902. Illustration by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942)

Mozart monument, Mozartplatz square, Salzburg, Salzburger Land, Austria, Europe

Winter Food for Stock sign on gate in meadow at Muker, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beau Rivage beach sign, Nice, Alpes Maritimes, Provence, Cote d Azur, French Riviera, France, Europe

Long Island, Queens, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Mosaic on the floor of the central nave of Cain killing Abel, Otranto duomo (cathedral), Otranto, Lecce, Apulia, Italy, Europe

Our Father prayer, Sagrada Familia Basilica, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe

Septembre, 1896. Creator: Eugene Samuel Grasset
Septembre, 1896. From " Calendrier la Belle Jardiniere", by Eugene Grasset. [Paris, 1896]

Juin, 1896. Creator: Eugene Samuel Grasset
Juin, 1896. From " Calendrier la Belle Jardiniere", by Eugene Grasset. [Paris, 1896]

Skomakaregatan street in the old city center
Skomakaregatan street in the old city centre, Malmo, Skane county, Sweden, Europe

Canary Wharf, One Canada Square, Docklands, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Gowns - A Study, by Lady Beatrice Graham, 1907. Artist: Soldan & Co
Gowns - A Study, by Lady Beatrice Graham, 1907. Printed with Mander Brothers inks. From The British Printer Vol. XX. [Raithby, Lawrence & Co. Ltd, London and Leicester, 1907]

Rafael Sabatini, 1937. Artists: Unknown, WD & HO Wills
Rafael Sabatini (1875-1950), Italian/English writer of novels of romance and adventure, 1937. Cigarette card 30 of 40 from Famous British Authors published by WD & HO Wills

Dream: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Dream - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: Trust in dreams, for in them is the hidden gate to eternity. ~ Kahil Gibran

Illusion: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Illusion - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: If you see the illusion you are enlightened, but if you think that you are enlightened you are in the illusion. ~ Papaji

Monte dei Paschi di Siena bank, Siena, Italy
Piazza Salimbeni (Piazza della Dogana), Siena, Italy. Palazzo Salimbeni is a Gothic style urban palace, built in the 14th century. Remodeled in neo-Gothic style in the 19th century

Portrait of Pietro Lando

Italy, Catania, commemorative poster for centenary of death of Vincenzo Bellini
Italy - 20th century. Commemorative poster for the centenary of the death of Vincenzo Bellini (1801-1835), by A. Sanfilippo

France, Paris, Caricature of composer Hector Berlioz (1803 - 1869)
Hector Berlioz (Cote-Saint-Andre, 1803 - Paris, 1869), French composer. Caricature by Etienne Carjat

Frontispiece for Ragtime Parade
Erik Satie (1866 - 1928), Ragtime Parade. Frontispiece

Republican Italy, Votate per la monarchia, Pro-monarchy propaganda poster depicting the family of Umberto II of Savoy
Italy - 20th century - Republican Italy. Votate per la monarchia. Pro-monarchy propaganda poster depicting the family of Umberto II of Savoy

Map of Sicily, by Willem Blaeu, from Regionum Italiae, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Sicily. From Regionum Italiae, by Willem Blaeu. Engraving

Germany, engraved portrait of German composer, pianist and conductor Johannes Brahms
Johannes Brahms (Hamburg, 1833 - Vienna, 1897), German composer, pianist and conductor. Engraving

Austria, Vienna, Gustav Mahler portrayed as conductor in a silhouette
Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) portrayed as conductor in a silhouette by Otto Bohler

Kaliamman, the same deity as Sri Mariamman, the mother goddess, Mariamman Hindu Temple, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Front cover of a guide to the Festival of Britain, 1951. Between May and September 1951 a grand exhibition was held throughout Great Britain

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Western Script: A Journey through Time and Knowledge" Step into the fascinating world of Western script, where ink and colors on parchment come alive to tell stories from centuries past. One such masterpiece is the Mappa Mundi, a captivating map created in London around 1265, showcasing intricate details of our ever-evolving world. In this journey, we encounter diverse facets of human knowledge. A black and white illustration of the Snellen chart reminds us of the importance of eyesight tests for clear vision. Delving deeper into anatomy, we explore the intricate workings of the human brain from an inferior view and unravel the complexity behind facial muscles with detailed labels. As we traverse across continents, we find ourselves at Cardiff Bay's Millennium Centre in Wales—a testament to architectural marvels that blend tradition with modernity. Further exploring anatomy, we uncover secrets hidden within our knee joints—an engineering marvel that allows us to walk tall. Venturing across borders brings us to Lincoln in New Mexico, USA—where time seems frozen as an old mailbox stands as a reminder of bygone eras. Vintage World War II posters featuring fedoras and Army helmets transport us back to a time when bravery knew no bounds. Returning to our exploration inside ourselves once more, we witness a superior view of the human brain adorned with vibrant lobes labeled meticulously—a stunning reminder that beauty lies not only on its surface but also within its depths. Our final stop takes us northwards—to John O Groats in Scotland—where a multi-directional signpost beckons adventurers towards new horizons. Just like these signposts guide travelers towards unknown destinations, so does Western script lead humanity towards enlightenment. In this captivating journey through time and space captured by Eugene Samuel Grasset's Decembre artwork from 1896—we are reminded that Western script is not merely words on paper but rather an embodiment of history itself—an eternal connection between past civilizations and our present world.