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Ms. 46-1980 Free Warren Charter, grant of game rights by Edward I to Roger de Pilkington, 1291
FIT58839 Ms.46-1980 Free Warren Charter, grant of game rights by Edward I to Roger de Pilkington, 1291 by English School, (13th century); 19 x 28 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Actor - Design for a Fan (colour woodblock print)
BIR190007 Actor - Design for a Fan (colour woodblock print) by Hokushiu (19th century); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery

Relief fragment from the tomb of Hor-nankht (limestone)
3483865 Relief fragment from the tomb of Hor-nankht (limestone) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery

An artistic representation - Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb
An artistic representation of the Discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun by (on right) Archeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939) and his backer (on left) George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923)

Title page and first page of a manuscript of the Ordenamiento de Alcala (vellum)
IND364436 Title page and first page of a manuscript of the Ordenamiento de Alcala (vellum) by Spanish School, (14th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

King James I the Conqueror presiding over a session of the Cortes, from the manuscript
IND351683 King James I the Conqueror presiding over a session of the Cortes, from the manuscript, Book of the Usatges and Constitutions of Catalonia (the Usatges and Commemorations of Pere Albert)

Citizens of Barcelona Swearing Allegiance to the Count, from a manuscript of the Llibre Verd
IND364411 Citizens of Barcelona Swearing Allegiance to the Count, from a manuscript of the Llibre Verd, 14th-15th century (vellum) by Pena, Arnau de & Caldero

Loading Goods on to a Ship, from the manuscript Justiniano Institutiones Feodorum et Alia, c. 1300 (vellum)
IND364419 Loading Goods on to a Ship, from the manuscript Justiniano Institutiones Feodorum et Alia, c.1300 (vellum) by Bolognese School, (14th century); Biblioteca Nazionale, Turin

Siege and assault of the city of Belina, defended by King Aynart, from the manuscript
IND364406 Siege and assault of the city of Belina, defended by King Aynart, from the manuscript, Gran conquista de ultramar (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Domani rock prayers outside Kurjey monastery, Bumthang, Central Bhutan 2001

A lady on a terrace offers the ancient Vedic ritual sacrifice to Brahma, c. 1725 (w / c on paper)
476439 A lady on a terrace offers the ancient Vedic ritual sacrifice to Brahma, c.1725 (w/c on paper) by Ragini, Khambavati (18th century) (attr)

JOHN ARMSTRONG PORTRAIT
Playwright John Armstrong with his daughter Tess pose for a photograph in Sydney, Tuesday, July 12, 2022. (aP Image/Dean Lewins)

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Belgian Frit shop (French Fries) in Antwerp, Belgium Date: 05/02/2005

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Outdoor market selling meat and cheese, Salzburg, Salzburg Stadt, Austria Date: 12/07/2006

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St. Thomas written script in the sand of Megan's Bay, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. Date: 20/01/2009

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Vietnam, Hoi An, quaint litte village situated on the banks of the Thu Bon River. Date: 28/05/2005

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Hanoi, Vietnam. Various shrines and places of offering can be found throughout the city. Date: 28/05/2005

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Hanoi, Vietnam. Hoa Lo Prison or otherwise known as the Hanoi Hilton to the many western forces held captive during the Vietnam War. Date: 28/05/2005

Tablet inscribed with Greek letters, Iraq, mid 2nd century BC (carved clay)
AMQ113732 Tablet inscribed with Greek letters, Iraq, mid 2nd century BC (carved clay) by Iraqi School; 8.2x6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Akashi Bay, late 18th century (ink on paper sized with mica)
5321963 Akashi Bay, late 18th century (ink on paper sized with mica) by Ike (Tokuyama) Gyokuran (1727-84); 21.6x44.5 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Portrait of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen (1866-1925) (photo by Manuel), front cover of Je Sais tout
CHT164158 Portrait of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen (1866-1925) (photo by Manuel), front cover of Je Sais tout, 15th February 1912 (colour litho) by Manuel

Calligraphy panel, 19th century or earlier (ink on paper)
909572 Calligraphy panel, 19th century or earlier (ink on paper) by Iranian School; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

A Giant with Midgets (colour woodblock prrint)
1766569 A Giant with Midgets (colour woodblock prrint) by Yoshitora, Utagawa (fl.c.1836-87); 37.1x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Giant with Midgets. Utagawa Yoshitora (fl.1840-1880)

Calligraphic album page, 18th or early 19th century (ink on paper)
909478 Calligraphic album page, 18th or early 19th century (ink on paper) by Iranian School; 30.2x20.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Jewish ritual of Ablution
GIA702690 Jewish ritual of Ablution by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; (add.info.: Illustration from a Machzor (Jewish Festival Prayer Book)

A Jewish water-carrier (vellum)
GIA702684 A Jewish water-carrier (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; © Giancarlo Costa

Ms R 17 I f. 283v Monk Eadwine at work on the manuscript, Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)
BAL40917 Ms R 17 I f.283v Monk Eadwine at work on the manuscript, Eadwine Psalter, c.1150 (vellum) by English School, (12th century); Trinity College, Cambridge, UK

A Jewish man with an Azime loaf (vellum)
GIA702687 A Jewish man with an Azime loaf (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; (add.info)

Traditional Jewish Meal, Passover (vellum)
GIA702686 Traditional Jewish Meal, Passover (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; © Giancarlo Costa

Representation of the palace of a rich man (vellum)
GIA702683 Representation of the palace of a rich man (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Private Collection; © Giancarlo Costa

Ms Hunter 6 f. 1r A man making his will, from Lectura super Infortiato by Bartoli de Saxoferrato (1314-57) (vellum)
GUL232051 Ms Hunter 6 f.1r A man making his will, from Lectura super Infortiato by Bartoli de Saxoferrato (1314-57) (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Glasgow University Library

Virgils Eclogues, Georgics, Aeneidi, Rome and Florence, 1460s (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
488332 Virgils Eclogues, Georgics, Aeneidi, Rome and Florence, 1460s (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); 18.5x19.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Jewish man with a chalice of wine (vellum)
GIA702689 A Jewish man with a chalice of wine (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; (add.info)

A Jewish man holding the herb mate (vellum)
GIA702688 A Jewish man holding the herb mate (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; (add.info)

A Jewish Trader (vellum)
GIA702685 A Jewish Trader (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma, Italy; © Giancarlo Costa

MS Hunter 229 f. 2r March, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL412300 MS Hunter 229 f.2r March, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

A domestic servant pouring wine (vellum)
GIA702682 A domestic servant pouring wine (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Roma, Italy; © Giancarlo Costa

Giovanni Acuto in Florence in 1375, illustration from Croniche del Sercambi, c. 1400 (vellum)
GIA1152375 Giovanni Acuto in Florence in 1375, illustration from Croniche del Sercambi, c.1400 (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); (add.info.: Sir John Hawkwood (born c)

Theatre Script Ridden By J.Fortune Newmarket Guineas Festival Newmarket, Newmarket Racecourse 04 May 2001 Date: 04 May 2001

Proclamation by Count Emmanuel de Grouchy to the People of Lyon, 7th April 1815 (litho)
1065319 Proclamation by Count Emmanuel de Grouchy to the People of Lyon, 7th April 1815 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emmanuel de Grouchy)

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"Unveiling the Power of Script: A Journey through Time and Cultures" Step into the British Museum in London, England, where history comes alive through ancient artifacts. Among them stands the iconic Rosetta Stone, a symbol of deciphering mysteries from the past. The Rosetta Stone, housed within this magnificent institution in Europe's United Kingdom, holds clues to unlocking forgotten languages. Its inscriptions paved the way for understanding Egyptian hieroglyphs and demotic script. Delving further into written legacies, we encounter another remarkable manuscript – Hippocrates' code of ethical conduct known as The Hippocratic Oath. This Byzantine masterpiece from the 12th century is intricately crafted in cross-shaped form. In Paris, France, Europe's artistic hub, a Torah scroll catches our eye. Adorned with Silver Crown finials made of paper, wood & silver by William Cutbush and Sons; it represents Jewish traditions passed down through generations. Script not only preserves cultural heritage but also captures literary brilliance. Renowned poet Dylan Thomas harnessed its power to create timeless verses that resonate with readers even today. Beyond language and literature lies an intriguing aspect – the development of alphabets. Witness how different civilizations shaped their unique scripts over time; each stroke telling a story of human ingenuity. From East to West, calligraphy emerges as an art form celebrated worldwide. In Japan, a young girl practices her brush strokes diligently - honing her skills while embracing tradition and beauty intertwined on paper. But script extends beyond pen and ink; it permeates every facet of life. From Kelways Manual guiding gardeners on plants and seeds to Carters Winter and Spring Flowers catalog enticing green thumbs everywhere - words shape our botanical world too. In this digital age dominated by screens and keyboards, let us not forget that even computer code relies on script's foundation—strings of characters weaving together intricate algorithms powering our interconnected world.