Astonishes Collection

Boy Jesus in Temple
Taken to the Temple, the boy Jesus astonishes the priests by his knowledge of the scriptures

English gentleman being shown into a drawing room for a musical night, 19th century. Facey Romford in tweeds playing the flute, Cassandra Cleoptra holding a music score. Mr

Ulysses astonishes the Phaeacians (engraving)
2792697 Ulysses astonishes the Phaeacians (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ulysses astonishes the Phaeacians. Illustration for Chatterbox (1886)

The Frolics of a Ceylon "Rogue"Elephant and their Consequences (engraving)
1041318 The Frolics of a Ceylon " Rogue" Elephant and their Consequences (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A young French lady astonishes South Kensington by getting outside an omnibus (engraving)
610345 A young French lady astonishes South Kensington by getting outside an omnibus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Virginians by Thackeray (litho)
5216546 Illustration for The Virginians by Thackeray (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gumbo astonishes the servants hall)

Jacques de Vaucanson (1709 - 1782) French inventor, notably of automata; here, he astonishes his servant with a mechanical flute-player

HIS CARRIAGE IN EGYPT
During his Egyptian campaign, he astonishes the Arabs with his personal carriage Date: circa 1799

Roller (Hyde Park)
A massive Aveling & Porter roller astonishes the natives in Hyde Park, London Date: 1866

Vaucansons Automata
JACQUES DE VAUCANSON French inventor, notably of automata; here, he astonishes his servant with a mechanical flute-player Date: 1709 - 1782

His Carriage in Egypt
During his Egyptian campaign, he astonishes the Arabs with his personal carriage

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"Astonishes: Unveiling the Extraordinary Moments in History and Everyday Life" Boy Jesus in Temple: Witness the awe-inspiring wisdom of a young prodigy, as Boy Jesus astonishes scholars with his profound understanding. An English gentleman being shown into a drawing room: Prepare to be amazed as an ordinary encounter turns extraordinary when this English gentleman is introduced to a world of opulence and grandeur. Ulysses astonishes the Phaeacians (engraving): Join us on an epic journey through ancient mythology, where Ulysses captivates an entire civilization with his tales of adventure and heroism. The Frolics of a Ceylon "Rogue" Elephant and their Consequences (engraving): Brace yourself for wild escapades as we delve into the mischievous antics of a spirited elephant, leaving both locals and tourists astonished by its playful nature. A young French lady astonishes South Kensington by getting outside an omnibus (engraving): Step back in time to witness societal norms shattered when a daring French lady defies expectations, leaving onlookers astounded by her audacity. Illustration for The Virginians by Thackeray (litho): Immerse yourself in the captivating world of literature as Thackeray's vivid illustrations bring forth astonishing moments from his renowned novel, "The Virginians. " Jacques de Vaucanson: Discover the genius behind groundbreaking automata inventions that left audiences dumbfounded during the 18th century; prepare to be astonished by Vaucanson's mechanical marvels. HIS CARRIAGE IN EGYPT: Embark on an exotic voyage through Egypt alongside one distinguished traveler whose luxurious carriage leaves locals awestruck at its opulent design and intricate craftsmanship. Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho).