Western Script Collection (page 103)

Ottoman Riders, print, 1712
Militaria, Ottoman Empire, 18th century. Mamelukes on horseback. Watercolored print, Newport, 1712

Archer of Sultan personal escort, 18th Century
Militaria, Ottoman Empire, 18th century. One of the archers of the Sultans personal escort

Italian Squadron Commander, Captain Carchidi Cheren inspecting hawk feathers, 19th Century
Italy, 19th century. Captain Cerchidio, commander of the Eritrean cavalry squadrons Penne di Falco

The Three Faces of the War of Liberation, 1943-1945, by A Eco
A. Eco, The Three Faces of the War of Liberation, 1943-1945

Turcos, colonial troops flanking Zouaves during conquest of Algeria and Morocco, from Epinal soldiers series
Militaria, 19th century. The Turcos, colonial troops flanking the Zouaves during the conquest of Algeria and Morocco. From Epinal soldiers series

French Cuirassiers, from Epinal soldiers series, 19th century
Militaria, 19th century - French Cuirassiers. From Epinal soldiers series

Musical band of German Uhlans on horseback, published by Burckardt of Weissemburg, 19th century
Militaria, 19th century - Musical band of German Uhlans on horseback. Published by Burckardt of Weissemburg at the beginning of the century

Foot Artillery, from Epinal soldiers series, 19th century
Militaria, 19th century - Foot Artillery. From Epinal soldiers series

Italy, Milan, Italian cavalleggeri, light cavalry, by Eliseo Macchiby, 1900
Militaria, 19th century. Italian cavalleggeri (light cavalry). Published around 1900 by Eliseo Macchi, Milan

USA, American War of Independence army layout map on military card, 1776
Cartography - United States Of America, 18th century, American Revolutionary War - Military map depicting the arrangement of the army, lead by the General officer Howe

Light cavalry of the Hunters of Africa, from Epinal soldiers series, 19th century
Militaria, 19th century. Light cavalry of the Hunters of Africa. From Epinal soldiers series

Italian Bersaglieri in mountain uniform, from Epinal soldiers series, 19th century
Militaria, 19th century. Italian Bersaglieri in mountain uniform. From Epinal soldiers series

Battle of Brandwyne, 1777
Cartography - United States Of America, 18th century, American Revolutionary War - Military map depicting the Battle of Brandywine, when the English Troops gained a victory over the American ones

Various uniforms of Republic of France, by Quinto Cenni, color plate
Militaria, France, 19th century. Various uniforms of the Republic of France. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Various uniforms of the Kingdom of France, by Quinto Cenni, color plate, 1857-1858
Militaria, France, 19th century. Various uniforms of the Kingdom of France, 1857-1858. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Uniforms of Hunters on horseback of Kingdom of France, by Quinto Cenni, color plate, 1815
Militaria, France, 19th century. Uniforms of the Hunters on horseback of the Kingdom of France, 1815. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Flag of Hussars of city of Milan, 1797
Italy, 18th century. Flag of the Hussars of the city of Milan, 1797

Plan of Battle of Turin, September 7, 1706, engraving
Italy, 18th century. Plan of the Battle of Turin, September 7, 1706. Engraving

Plan of siege and reconquest of citadel of Asti by Louis XIV army, led by Tommaso of Savoy
Italy, 17th century. Plan of siege and reconquest of the citadel of Asti by Louis XIV army, led by Tommaso of Savoy, lieutenant general of His Majesty armies, September 19, 1644

Uniforms of Royal Auvergne and Flandres, military men playing cards
France, 18th century. Uniforms of Royal Auvergne and Flandres, military men playing cards

Franco-Prussian War, French infantry
France, 19th century, Franco-Prussian War - French infantry, detail

Defense system of port of Savona with Invado and Savona fortresses, copper engraving, 1705
Cartography, Italy, 18th century. The defense system of the port of Savona with Invado and Savona fortresses. Copper engraving, Amsterdam, 1705

Cartography, Map of Freiburg siege, November 1-16, 1713
Cartography, Italy, 18th century. Map of Freiburg siege, November 1-16, 1713

Franco-Prussian War Prussian General Staff: Friedrich Karl of Prussia, Friedrich III, William I, Otto von Bismarck
Germany, 19th century, Franco-Prussian War. Prussian General Staff: Friedrich Karl of Prussia, Friedrich III, William I, Otto von Bismarck, Helmuth von Moltke

Uniforms of Genio (engineers), officers and non-commissioned officers of Kingdom of Italy, color plate by Quinto Cenni
Militaria, Italy, 20th century. Uniforms of the Genio (engineers), officers and non-commissioned officers of the Kingdom of Italy, 1904. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Hand sticking plant labels in pots, containing Nasturtiums, close-up

Thailand, Bangkok, Chinatown, Charoen Krung Road, green tea for sale at market stall

Australia, coffee in glass on saucer with spoon and sugar on table and newspaper in background

USA, New York City, strawberry shortcakes on display in cake shop

Corsica, Ajaccio, Herbes de Provence and various other herbs for sale at market

Morocco, Marrakech, Djemaa el Fna, food stall menu board in Arabic and Western script, close-up

Illustration from New Chronicle and Good Government by Felipe Guaman Poma de Ayala representing Inca King Atahuallpa
Felipe Guama Poma de Ayala, 1587, The First New Chronicle and Good Government.The Inca King Atahuallpa prisoner of the Spanish conqueror Pizarro in Cajamarca, 1533

El Dorado of the Pharaohs, Cartography, Nubia, 16th century, Desert of Nubia and the Red Sea, Mercatores map
El Dorado of the Pharaohs - Cartography - Nubia - 16th century - Desert of Nubia and the Red Sea - Mercatores map

Reproduction of fresco of Partridges from Palace of Minos at Knossos by Sir Arthur John Evans, Volume II, frontispiece
Sir Arthur John Evans (1851-1941), The Palace of Minos at Knossos, London, 1921, Volume II, frontispiece. Knossos: reproduction of the fresco of the Partridges

Egyptian Grammar, Chapter I, plate, folio 10, by Jean Francois Champollion
Egyptian civilization - Jean Francois Champollion (1790-1832), Egyptian Grammar, 1841. Chapter I, plate, folio 10

Polychrome epigraph of gladiator with net and trident, Roman civilization
Roman civilization - Polychrome epigraph of a gladiator with net and trident

Tunisia, Dougga, Mosaic work depicting Eros, the winner of the circuses games 4th Century A.D. Tunisia, Tunis, Musee National Du Bardo (Archaeological Museum), Roman art

The new fire, domestic pagan ritual with the devil by Fra Bernardino de Sahagun From The Code of Florence Historia
Manuscript, Mexico, 16th century. The new fire, domestic pagan ritual with the devil. From The Code of Florence " Historia general de las cosas de Nueva Espana" by Fra Bernardino de Sahagun

Codex Mendoza, reproduction of page with illustration of taxes paid to Aztec rulers by subject peoples
Mexico, 16th century. Codex Mendoza. Reproduction of a page with illustration of taxes paid to Aztec rulers by subject peoples

Reconstruction of Asian hunters migration across the Bering Strait during the first ice age, fresco
Prehistory, Mexico - Reconstruction of Asian hunters migration across the Bering Strait during the first ice age - Fresco

Fictile protome of Cybele, from commercial area of ancient Olynthos, building E
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Fictile protome of Cybele. From the commercial area of ancient Olynthos, building E

Liturgical vase used for christening decorated with crosses, fishes and the first three letters of the alphabet 5th Century A.D

Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus, Relief with scene of public sacrifice to god Mars, on left, in battle dress
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus. Relief with a scene of public sacrifice to the god Mars, on the left, in battle dress

Syria, monumental arch on Grand Colonnade in Palmyra, engraving
Syria - 18th century. Monumental arch on Grand Colonnade in Palmyra. Engraving

Illustration showing departure of Montezuma after announcement of Spanish arrival, 16th Century
Mexico, 16th century. Illustration showing departure of Montezuma after the announcement of the Spanish arrival

Reproduction of page form Codex Mendoza with jaguar skins and feathers, form, 16th Century
Mexico, 16th century. Codex Mendoza. Reproduction of a page with illustration of list of taxes paid by the Confederate cities to the Aztec king. Detail, jaguar skins and feathers

Egyptian Grammar, Chapter I, plate, folio 2, by Jean Francois Champollion
Egyptian civilization - Jean Francois Champollion (1790-1832), Egyptian Grammar, 1841. Chapter I, plate, folio 2

Reconstruction of the harbours of Claudius and Trajan in Ostia, drawing by A. Lenoir
Roman civilization, Ostia Antica - Reconstruction of harbors of Emperor Claudius and Trajan. Color illustration by A. Lenoir, 19th century

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Western Script: A Journey through Time and Knowledge" Step into the fascinating world of Western script, where ink and colors on parchment come alive to tell stories from centuries past. One such masterpiece is the Mappa Mundi, a captivating map created in London around 1265, showcasing intricate details of our ever-evolving world. In this journey, we encounter diverse facets of human knowledge. A black and white illustration of the Snellen chart reminds us of the importance of eyesight tests for clear vision. Delving deeper into anatomy, we explore the intricate workings of the human brain from an inferior view and unravel the complexity behind facial muscles with detailed labels. As we traverse across continents, we find ourselves at Cardiff Bay's Millennium Centre in Wales—a testament to architectural marvels that blend tradition with modernity. Further exploring anatomy, we uncover secrets hidden within our knee joints—an engineering marvel that allows us to walk tall. Venturing across borders brings us to Lincoln in New Mexico, USA—where time seems frozen as an old mailbox stands as a reminder of bygone eras. Vintage World War II posters featuring fedoras and Army helmets transport us back to a time when bravery knew no bounds. Returning to our exploration inside ourselves once more, we witness a superior view of the human brain adorned with vibrant lobes labeled meticulously—a stunning reminder that beauty lies not only on its surface but also within its depths. Our final stop takes us northwards—to John O Groats in Scotland—where a multi-directional signpost beckons adventurers towards new horizons. Just like these signposts guide travelers towards unknown destinations, so does Western script lead humanity towards enlightenment. In this captivating journey through time and space captured by Eugene Samuel Grasset's Decembre artwork from 1896—we are reminded that Western script is not merely words on paper but rather an embodiment of history itself—an eternal connection between past civilizations and our present world.