Fine Art Print : Cyrillic, runic and German alphabets - in "The Encyclopedia"
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Cyrillic, runic and German alphabets - in "The Encyclopedia"
LSE4098928 Cyrillic, runic and German alphabets - in " The Encyclopedia" by Diderot and Alembert, 18th century by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Cyrillic, runic and German alphabets - in " The Encyclopedia" by Diderot and Alembert, 18th century); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22478962
© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
Century Of Light Cyrillic Runes
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of writing systems with our exquisite Fine Art Print, "Cyrillic, Runic and German Alphabets - in 'The Encyclopedia' by Leonard de Selva." This masterpiece, inspired by the original 18th-century work by the French School, showcases the beauty and intricacy of the Cyrillic, Runic, and German alphabets as they were depicted in Diderot and Alembert's renowned encyclopedia. Each letter is meticulously rendered, inviting you to explore the depth of these ancient scripts. Elevate your home or office with this captivating and thought-provoking addition to your art collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.2cm x 53.3cm (13.1" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Cyrillic, runic, and German alphabets found in "The Encyclopedia" by Diderot and Alembert, a renowned 18th-century publication. The French School beautifully captured this historical piece of art that is now housed in the Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France. The engraving depicts the intricate details of each alphabet with precision and elegance. The Cyrillic script, originating from Eastern Europe and used primarily for Slavic languages such as Russian and Bulgarian, is showcased alongside the ancient runic alphabet used by Germanic tribes before the adoption of Latin letters. Lastly, we see the German alphabet widely recognized today. This artwork serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our constant pursuit of knowledge throughout history. It symbolizes how different cultures developed unique systems to communicate their thoughts and ideas through writing. Leonard de Selva's expert photography captures every curve, line, and stroke with remarkable clarity. This image not only highlights these fascinating alphabets but also pays homage to the Enlightenment era when "The Encyclopedia" was published – a time known as the century of light. As we admire this print from Fine Art Finder, let us appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and its historical significance in preserving these ancient scripts for generations to come.
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