Philo Collection

Philo of Alexandria (engraving)
816608 Philo of Alexandria (engraving) by Thevet, Andre (1504-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philo of Alexandria, Hellenistic Jewish Biblical philosopher born in Alexandria)

Embassy of Philo to Roman Emperor, Gaius Caligula, chapter heading illustration from
694878 Embassy of Philo to Roman Emperor, Gaius Caligula, chapter heading illustration from Histoire de la Guerre des Juifs contre les Romains, by Flavius Josephus, published in Paris

PHILO FARNSWORTH (1906-1971). Philo Taylor Farnsworth. American inventor and television pioneer. Farnsworth (center) photographed in Washington, D.C

PHILO JUDAEUS (c13 B. C. -c50 A. D. ). Hellenistic Jewish philosopher of Alexandria. Color engraving, 1584
PHILO JUDAEUS (c13 B.C.-c50 A.D.). Hellenistic Jewish philosopher of Alexandria. Color engraving, 1584

Philo Judaeus / Alexandria
PHILO JUDAEUS or PHILO OF ALEXANDRIA Jewish philosopher, known as " the Jewish Plato"

William Hamilton, Philo
WILLIAM HAMILTON Scottish philosopher Date: 1788 - 1856

Marylebone Grammar School, Marylebone Road, London
Marylebone Grammar School, " The Old Philo", Marylebone Road, London. Date: circa 1910

Philo Gorse, in the Cheshire Hunt area
View of Philo Gorse, in the Cheshire Hunt area, with a hunt in progress. Date: 1936

Portrait of Sigismund Philo Schelhammer, Hendrik Bary, c. 1657 - c. 1707

MARKSMEN, 1890. German-American sharpshooters, who represented America at the Schutzenfest in Berlin, July 1890. Top row: Philo Jacoby, John C. Meyer, George Wehrenberg

Mechanical crossbow on stand (euthytonon) attributed to Philo of Byzantium (active 150-100 BC). When arms CC wound back against skeins or sinews, the ends of ropes

Pharos Lighthouse, Alexandria C016 / 8801
Roman mosaic (late 2nd-3rd century AD) which is reputed to show the lighthouse of Pharos with a cargo ship leaving the port of Alexandria

SUPREME COURT, 1888. The justices of the United States Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Morrison Waite, hear a case. Wood engraving, 1888

Birds / Pigeons
Prize pigeons at the show of the Philo-Peristeron society held in freemasons hall

Pigeon Show, London
Visitors at the Philo- Peristeron Societys annual pigeon show, London

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"Exploring the Legacy of Philo: From Alexandria to London, and Beyond" Philo of Alexandria (engraving) - A visual representation capturing the essence of a renowned figure in ancient philosophy. Embassy to Roman Emperor, Gaius Caligula - An intriguing chapter heading illustration depicting an important diplomatic encounter between Philo and the infamous Roman emperor. William Hamilton, Philo - Delving into the life and works of William Hamilton, who shares a namesake with the great philosopher. Marylebone Grammar School, Marylebone Road, London - Unveiling how even in modern times, Philo's influence can be felt through educational institutions like this prestigious school. Philo Gorse, in the Cheshire Hunt area - Discovering a geographical reference that pays homage to both nature and history by bearing his name. PHILO FARNSWORTH (1906-1971). American inventor and television pioneer - Recognizing another individual named Philo whose groundbreaking contributions revolutionized technology as we know it today. PHILO JUDAEUS (c13 B. C. -c50 A. D. ). Hellenistic Jewish philosopher of Alexandria. Color engraving, 1584 - Immersing ourselves in the intellectual world shaped by this influential thinker from ancient times. Philo Judaeus / Alexandria – Reflecting on how his philosophical ideas were deeply rooted in his hometown of Alexandria while leaving an indelible mark on Western thought for centuries to come. Portrait of Sigismund Philo Schelhammer – Exploring a captivating artwork that immortalizes an individual bearing both "Philo" and "Schelhammer, " inviting us to unravel their story within historical context. MARKSMEN, 1890. German-American sharpshooters – Unearthing an unexpected connection where skilled marksmen representing America at Schutzenfest share a common thread with our enigmatic figure named Philo.