Translated Collection (#3)

RECESVINTUS, Flavius ( -672). Visigoth King (653-672). Visigothic Code, also known as Forum iudicum, Liber Iudiciorum or Lex Visigothorum

85 mm German engraved artillery shell case - Bezalel School
77 mm. German artillery shell case engraved at the Bezalel School in Jerusalem. Engraved brass with silver and copper damascene work including five branched lamp and floral patterns

Notables at Rouen
Henri IV summons an Assemblee des Notables (roughly translated as assembly of notables) at Rouen, chiefly because he needs money and hopes they will agree taxes. Date: November 1596

Alfred Saker
ALFRED SAKER - English missionary in the Cameroons, translated bible into Duala : Livingstone considered him the most influential missionary in west Africa. Date: 1814 - 1880

Stefano Egidio Petroni
STEFANO EGIDIO PETRONI Italian writer who translated the Proverbs of Solomon into verse, having nothing better to do with his time... Date: circa 1815

Francis Hawkins
FRANCIS HAWKINS precocious jesuit youth depicted at age 8, at which age he translated Youths Behaviour. Date: 1628 - 1681

Portrait Andrea Palladio half-length within oval frame
Artokoloro

Calumny Apelles 1560 Engraving first state six
Artokoloro

Adam and Eve, illustration from John Lydgates translation of Boccaccioas De
XJF472213 Adam and Eve, illustration from John Lydgates translation of Boccaccioas De Casibus Virorum Illustrium, 1527 (woodcut) by English School

Self-Portrait Inscribed VENEZIA in red, Monsieur Etty and 31 Lombard Street/London on the letter that the sitter has open before him Signed and dated verso

William Caxton (c1422-91) English printer, presenting to Edward IV what is considered first book printed in England Dictes or Sayeings of the Philosophres 1477, translated by 2nd Earl Rivers

Sonia (or Sophie) Kowalevski (or Kowalevski), Russian mathematician, (1850-1891). She was appointed professor of mathematics at Stockholm in 1884

Isaac Judaeus physician to the rulers of Tunisia. 9th-10th century. Judaeus (c855-c955) was one of the first whose works were translated from Arabic to Latin

St Bridget (Brigitta, Brigitta, Birgite) 1302-1373. Daughter of Birger, Prince of Sweden. Wrote Revelations, translated into various laguages

William Bateson (1861-1926) British geneticist. After photograph published 1914 when President of British Association for the Advancement of Science

Alba Bible introduction, 15th century
Alba Bible introduction. Illuminated manuscript page from the 15th-century Alba Bible, depicting the process by which this work was commissioned

Illustration of the novel Julia takes the opportunity
" Illustration of the novel " Julia takes the opportunity" by Concordia Merrel. Spanish edition translated from English by Isabel de Palencia (1925-1930). Engraving."

Bible translated by Guyart des Moulins (14th c.). Building of Noahs ark. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Troyes. Biblioth豵 e Municipale (Municipal Library)

LUTHER, Martin (1483-1546). German religious reformer. First edition of the Bible translated into German by Luther (1534)

VITRUVIUS, Marcus Vitrubius Pollio (1th century BC). De Architectura (The Ten Books of Architecture), translated

BOSCAN Y ALMOGAVER, Juan (1495-1542). Spanish
" BOSCAN Y ALMOGAVER, Juan (1495-1542). Spanish Renaissance poet.; CASTIGLIONE, Baldassare (1478-1529). Italian Renaissance writer and politician. " The Book of the Courtier"

Entre Chats Six
A male ballet dancer demonstrates a entre chats six move. Literally translated as between six cats. He crosses and uncrosses 2 feet 3 times! Date: 1930s

Music cover for Wavering Sea Waltzes by J [Isabella] Scales. The words of the song are from the Swedish of Baroness Barnekow, translated by Margaret Elenora Tupper

Mr George Smith of The British Museum
George Smith had explored the site of ancient Nineveh adding to our knowledge of the Assyrian Empire. He also translated the Gilgamesh epic

Noco-shimatt-tash-tanaki, Chief of the Seminole, c. 1858
Portrait of a Seminole native American Indian chief, Noco-shimatt-tash-tanaki, translated as Grisly Bear, c.1858. The Chief is seen wearing a magnificent short jacket, headscarf and tasselled belt

Marine telephone
A telephone or marine alarum being used by a sailor. This worked on the principle of sending air through a series of valves and pistons to make various notes

Works of Homer, First Edition translated by Chapman
Title page of the First Edition of " The Whole Works of Homer" translated into English by George Chapman, the main two works being The Iliad and The Odyssey

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"Unveiling the Hidden Narratives: Translating Art, Literature, and History" Step into a world where words transcend boundaries and stories are brought to life through translation. From the illuminated Wenzelbibel manuscript to Anna May Wong's captivating performance in "The Circle of Chalk, " each piece speaks volumes about the power of interpretation. Journey back in time as we explore a 13th-century Persian pharmacy adorned with exquisite artwork, revealing the secrets of ancient healing practices. Delve into Margaret Roper's remarkable life, her words resonating across centuries as her story is translated from generation to generation. Discover the profound emotions hidden within Haydn's "Anti-Visiting" card, its translated message echoing sentiments of vulnerability and aging. Enter the realm of comedy with Feydeau's play "A Flea in Ear, " where misunderstandings abound until translation unravels their comedic chaos. Follow Henry Martyn on his linguistic odyssey as he translates sacred texts, bridging cultures and fostering understanding between East and West. Witness Bishop Thomas Wilson's translations shaping religious discourse and inspiring countless souls throughout history. Marvel at a comic postcard capturing Oxford's vibrant spirit during a thrilling run with man-pursuing hounds - an image that transcends language barriers while evoking laughter worldwide. Dive deep into symbolism as we decode "The Mother Fish, " unraveling its enigmatic messages through translation. Feel your heart race alongside La Batterie Des Hommes Sans Peur (The Battery Of Fearless Men), immersing yourself in their courageous tale told through music without borders. Finally, step into the shoes of "The Foreigner, " navigating cultural nuances that only become clear when languages intertwine. In this kaleidoscope experiences, we celebrate how words can be transformed from one language to another - unlocking new perspectives, connecting diverse worlds, and preserving our shared human heritage for generations to come.