Deciphering Collection

Joseph interpreting Pharaohs dreams (oil on canvas)
5973482 Joseph interpreting Pharaohs dreams (oil on canvas) by Tengnagel, Jan (1584-1635) (circle of); 137.8x117.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Comic postcard, Woman reading aunts letter Date: 20th century

The Rosetta Stone, the key to deciphering Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs (litho)
5997142 The Rosetta Stone, the key to deciphering Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rosetta Stone)

The Philosopher (The Reader in the Park) (oil on canvas)
472857 The Philosopher (The Reader in the Park) (oil on canvas) by Spitzweg, Carl (1808-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Der Philosph (Der Leser im Park)); Photo eChristies Images; German

The Rosetta Stone, British Museum, London, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
The Rosetta Stone, British Museum, London, c1890. The Rosetta Stone is a basalt slab inscribed with a decree of the Pharaoh Ptolemy Epiphanes (Ptolemy V) (205-180 BC) in three languages; Greek

Thomas Young (1773-1829), physicist and Egyptologist, 19th century
Thomas Young (1773-1829), English physicist and Egyptologist. Discovered the undulatory (wave) theory of light. Managed to decipher the Rosetta Stone

The Rosetta Stone, Egyptian, Ptolemaic Period, 196 BC
The Rosetta Stone, showing hieroglyphs, demotic, and Greek scripts.The Rosetta Stone, showing hieroglyphs, demotic, and Greek scripts, Egyptian, Ptolemaic Period, 196 BC

The Rosetta Stone, 196 BC. A basalt slab inscribed with a decree of the Pharaoh Ptolemy Epiphanes (Ptolemy V) (205-180 BC) in three languages; Greek, Hieroglyphic and Demotic script

The postal censorship: deciphering languages
Page showing a series of photos depicting some medals intercepted from Germany, as well as letters marked as photographs which contained rubber and leather instead

Study Allegory San Gimignano Colle Val d Elsa
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Joseph Interpreting Dreams in Prison (pen, brown ink and wash on paper)
XKH145567 Joseph Interpreting Dreams in Prison (pen, brown ink and wash on paper) by Bol, Ferdinand (1616-80); 16.5x22.8 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Dutch, out of copyright

Rosetta Stone: Basalt slab inscribed with decree of pharaoh Ptolemy Epiphanes (205-180 BC) in three languages, Greek, Hieroglyphic and Demotic script

Thomas Young (1773-1829) English physicist and Egyptologist. Undulatory (wave) theory of light. Deciphering of Rosetta Stone. Wood engraving

Admiral Sir Reginald Hall, Naval Intelligence, WW1
Admiral Sir William Reginald Hall (1870-1943), British Director of Naval Intelligence (DNI) during the First World War. He was jointly responsible for setting up the Royal Navys codebreaking

Unlocking genetic code. Conceptual computer artwork of a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) in an unlocked padlock. This may represent the deciphering of an organisms genome

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"Unlocking the Secrets: Deciphering Ancient Mysteries through Art and History" Step into the world as Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams, depicted in a captivating oil on canvas masterpiece. Travel through time with a comic postcard featuring a woman engrossed in reading her aunt's letter, showcasing the timeless act hidden messages. Discover the iconic Rosetta Stone, an ancient litho that served as the key to unlocking the enigmatic hieroglyphs of Ancient Egypt. Marvel at its significance and impact on historical understanding. Immerse yourself in "The Philosopher (The Reader in the Park), " an enchanting oil on canvas artwork capturing the essence of deep contemplation and intellectual exploration - akin to deciphering life's complexities. Transport yourself back to 19th century London with an exquisite depiction by Newton & Co. , showcasing The British Museum's display of The Rosetta Stone. Witness how this artifact captivated minds for centuries. Meet Thomas Young, a brilliant physicist and Egyptologist whose contributions played a pivotal role in unraveling ancient mysteries. His tireless efforts brought us closer to understanding languages lost in time. Gaze upon The Rosetta Stone itself, dating back to 196 BC during Egypt's Ptolemaic Period. This monumental discovery continues to fascinate scholars worldwide even after millennia have passed. Explore how postal censorship became intertwined with decipherment as different languages were decoded for communication purposes. Witness how decoding letters became crucial during times of conflict or secrecy. Revisit The Rosetta Stone once more, marvel at its enduring allure from 196 BC until today. Its inscriptions continue to inspire curiosity and ignite passion for uncovering history's hidden narratives. Celebrate Thomas Young once again; his brilliance paved new paths within physics and Egyptology alike. His legacy lives on as we continue our quest for knowledge through decipherment.