Deaf Collection

The Examination of a Young Surgeon. Satirical etching, 1811, by George Cruikshank
CARTOON: SURGEONS, 1811. The Examination of a Young Surgeon. Satirical etching, 1811, by George Cruikshank

3 Wise Monkeys / Japanese
Hear no evil See no evil Speak no evil

Sheffield Association in aid of the Adult Deaf and Dumb, sign language (I am thine, O Lord), 1908
Sheffield Association in aid of the Adult Deaf and Dumb was established in 1862 with the aim of promoting the wellbeing of the deaf and dumb and assisting them in obtaining employment

Helen Keller with her Great Dane
Helen Keller (1880-1968) born blind deaf mute. Thanks to her governess she overcame these handicaps, studied and created in 1921 the American Foundation for the Blind. Pictured here on the S.S

Sign language using a single hand, 1800s
Single-handed alphabet in sign language, used in the US, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Deaf Cyclist
This cyclist is wearing a sandwich board reading beware, I am deaf

GOYA Y LUCIENTES, Francisco de (1746-1828). The Dog. 1819 - 1823. Mural painting mounted on canvas. This painting with the other 13 works decorated two rooms of the Quinta del Sordo

Epee Teaching Deaf Mutes
L ABBE DE L EPEE instructing deaf-mutes in the sign language he invented to enable them to communicate

London Trade Card - William Bull, Musical Instruments - trumpets, kettledrums, French horns, speaking trumpets, hearing horns for deaf people, powder flasks

Helen Keller reading Braille
Helen Adams Keller (1880-1968), American author and lecturer, blind, deaf and mute from the age of 19 months; sitting in a chair, reading a book

LUDWIG van BEETHOVEN (1770-1827). German composer. Painting, 1870

HELEN KELLER (1880-1968). American author and lecturer. Photographed in 1905

Learning Sign Language
A class of young women learning sign language at a school for the deaf

Deaf and Dumb School, Palayamkottai, India
C. E. Z. (Church of England Zenana Missionary Society) Deaf and Dumb School, Palamcottah (now Palayamkottai in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu), India. Deaf and Dumb children learning to talk

The Turks fire rifles behind Walter Greenway to see if he is really deaf, but not a sound does he seem to hear (litho)
3099921 The Turks fire rifles behind Walter Greenway to see if he is really deaf, but not a sound does he seem to hear (litho) by Skinner

Comic postcard, Deaf old man misunderstands pretty young woman Date: 20th century

Deaf and Dumb Finger Alphabet
A chart of the finger-spelling alphabet used by many deaf people. Date: circa 1905

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - There is still a lot to do
The war is over. The message on the back by Churchill exhorts There is still a lot to do. The card, captioned Love for Love, carries the senders message Dear Granny

Over to you over! Life has suddenly changed for Charlie. He was a worried chimp, kept missing his cues. Then Chipperfields Circus vet found the trouble

DEAF & DUMB ALPHABET DEAF & DUMB ALPHABET
The deaf and dumb sign language alphabet, as defined by the Royal National Institute for the Deaf, Britain. Date: 1960s

Bodhgaya. India

Institution for Deaf and Blind, Stoke-on-Trent
Frontage of the North Staffordshire Institution for Deaf and Blind, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Date: circa 1905

Royal Institution for the Deaf and Dumb, Derby
Girls play with a ball on the recreation ground at the Royal Institution for the Deaf and Dumb, Derby Date: Date unknown

Birmingham Deaf And Dumb Institution Edgbaston
Birmingham, Deaf, and, Dumb, Institution, Edgbaston, circa, 1919, childrens, children, home, welfare, care, accomodation, society, housing, , 13548638

William Robert Roe, Derby Deaf School
A portrait of William Robert Roe, founder of the Royal School for the Deaf, Derby Date: circa 1905

Children of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Ena of Spain
Photographic postcard showing the three eldest children of King Alfonso XIII (1886-1941) and Queen Ena of Spain (1887-1969)

The Pfingswecken fetching in the Black Forest. Pfingstwecken are a flat bread in the shape of a dove
1900s, 19th-century, 5 people, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, baden-wuerttemberg, baden-wurttemberg, baked goods, bakery products, basic food, basic foods, black, black-and-white, black-white

Luther "Dummy" Taylor, 1903 (b/w photo)
746408 Luther "Dummy" Taylor, 1903 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Helen Keller, 1913 (b/w photo)
3617896 Helen Keller, 1913 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Helen Adams Keller (1880-1968) American author, political activist

Eleanor Roosevelt with Helen Keller
3739440 Eleanor Roosevelt with Helen Keller by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); (add.info.: Eleanor Roosevelt with Helen Keller (1880 - 1968), American author, political activist, and lecturer

Asylum for Deaf and Dumb, Old Kent Road, London. Date: 1822

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) painting Berthe la Sourde, 1890 (b / w photo)
CHT202673 Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) painting Berthe la Sourde, 1890 (b/w photo) by Guilbert, Maurice (fl.1890); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet

A rich miser listens with an ear trumpet to a poor soldier. 1831 (engraving)
7234790 A rich miser listens with an ear trumpet to a poor soldier.1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman using an ear trumpet to hear her pet talking parrot (litho)
7149721 Woman using an ear trumpet to hear her pet talking parrot (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman using an ear trumpet to hear her pet talking parrot)

Reading to Grandfather (engraving)
7182172 Reading to Grandfather (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reading to Grandfather)

"I wish you a happy new ear!"(engraving)
7178068 " I wish you a happy new ear!" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " I wish you a happy new ear)

"None so deaf as those who will not hear"(engraving)
7178002 " None so deaf as those who will not hear" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Single-handed Alphabet (engraving)
7155330 Single-handed Alphabet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Single-handed Alphabet)

Bandbox Design (Deaf and Dumb Asylum), c. 1939. Creator: Martin Partyka
Bandbox Design (Deaf and Dumb Asylum), c. 1939

Talking Politics, (oil on panel)
658639 Talking Politics, (oil on panel) by Friedlander, Friedrich (1825-1901); 39.5x31.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Talking Politics. Friedlich Friedlander (1825-1901). Oil on panel

Deaf and Dumb Alphabet (engraving)
3628618 Deaf and Dumb Alphabet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deaf and Dumb Alphabet. Illustration for The Boyss Own Book (Lockwood, 1861)

St Saviours Church, Oxford Street, London, for the Deaf and Dumb (engraving)
5204667 St Saviours Church, Oxford Street, London, for the Deaf and Dumb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Saviours Church, Oxford Street, London)

The Art of Talking with the Fingers, pub. C. 1825 (coloured engraving)
5902925 The Art of Talking with the Fingers, pub. C. 1825 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Ludwig van Beethoven conducting an orchestra despite his deafness (engraving)
5207918 Ludwig van Beethoven conducting an orchestra despite his deafness (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Throat movements used in the pronunciation of the Hebrew Alphabet
695062 Throat movements used in the pronunciation of the Hebrew Alphabet, illustration from Alphabetum Natura ( Alphabet of Nature ) by F.M

Frontispiece of Alphabetum Natura ( Alphabet of Nature ) by F. M
695061 Frontispiece of Alphabetum Natura ( Alphabet of Nature ) by F.M. van Helmont, 1667 (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); Institut National des Jeunes Sourds, Paris

None so deaf as those who won t hear (engraving)
1047393 None so deaf as those who won t hear (engraving) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: None so deaf as those who won t hear)

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"Embracing the Silent World: A Journey through Deaf Culture" Step into a world where silence speaks volumes, as we explore the rich and diverse culture of the deaf community. Inspired by the iconic "Three Wise Monkeys" from Japanese folklore, this captivating journey begins with a glimpse into history. In 1908, the Sheffield Association in aid of the Adult Deaf and Dumb was established, paving the way for support and empowerment. Sign language became their voice, as they communicated profound messages like "I am thine, O Lord. " One cannot forget Helen Keller's remarkable bond with her Great Dane – a testament to love transcending sound. Even though she couldn't hear or speak, her spirit soared beyond limitations. Witnessing a deaf cyclist conquering barriers reminds us that determination knows no bounds. Their resilience echoes throughout time – even in the 1800s when sign language evolved using just a single hand. Epee Teaching Deaf Mutes showcases how education breaks down walls of communication. Francisco de Goya's artistry captures their struggles and triumphs on canvas while William Bull's London Trade Card celebrates music as an avenue for expression. Satirical etchings by George Cruikshank shed light on societal perceptions surrounding deafness; yet amidst it all emerges hope and inspiration. Helen Keller reading Braille symbolizes knowledge overcoming obstacles. Ludwig van Beethoven's genius compositions resonate deeply within our souls – his melodies bridging gaps between hearing and non-hearing worlds. And there stands Helen Keller herself in 1905, radiating strength despite her disabilities. Through these glimpses into history, we honor those who have paved paths towards inclusivity and understanding within society. The silent symphony composed by individuals from all walks of life continues to harmonize today - reminding us that true communication transcends words alone.