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The Translator Presenting His Book to the Duke of Norfolk. c1500-1520, (1923). Artist: Richard Pynson
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The Translator Presenting His Book to the Duke of Norfolk. c1500-1520, (1923). Artist: Richard Pynson
The Translator Presenting His Book to the Duke of Norfolk. c1500-1520, 1923. Alexander Barclays Version of Sallusts Jugurtha. Sallust, (86BC-35BC) was a Roman historian, politician, and novus homo from an Italian family. The Jugurthine War took place in 112-106 BC, between Rome and Jugurtha of Numidia, a kingdom on the north African coast approximating to modern Algeria. Early English Woodcut. From British Book Illustration - Yesterday and To-day edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio, Ltd. London, 1923]
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Alexander Alphabet Barclay Border British Book Illustration Duke Duke Of Norfolk English Text Four People Geoffrey Geoffrey Holme Holme Letter M Letter R Presenting Richard The Studio Translator Western Script Calligraphy Pynson Sallust
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the early 16th century as we witness a significant moment in history. The scene depicts "The Translator Presenting His Book to the Duke of Norfolk" beautifully captured by artist Richard Pynson in 1923. The image showcases four individuals gathered around a table adorned with intricate calligraphy and bordered by royal motifs. The translator, portrayed as a distinguished man, presents his book to the Duke of Norfolk, symbolizing the exchange of knowledge and culture between two influential figures. This woodcut print is part of Alexander Barclays Version of Sallusts Jugurtha, an English translation of Roman historian Sallust's work on the Jugurthine War that occurred centuries earlier. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of literature and its ability to transcend time and place. The monochrome composition adds an air of elegance and nostalgia, transporting us further into this historical moment. The attention to detail in each stroke highlights Pynson's mastery as an artist. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from British Book Illustration - Yesterday and To-day edited by Geoffrey Holme, we are reminded not only of the rich literary heritage but also how art has always played a vital role in preserving our collective history.
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