Bailiff Collection
"Bailiff: A Historical Glimpse into the World of Rent Collection and Authority" Rent Day, engraved by Abraham Raimbach (1784-1868
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"Bailiff: A Historical Glimpse into the World of Rent Collection and Authority" Rent Day, engraved by Abraham Raimbach (1784-1868), published 1817 (engraving): This captivating artwork depicts the bustling atmosphere of a Rent Day, where tenants anxiously await their turn to settle their dues with the bailiff. The engraving beautifully captures the emotions and interactions between landlords, tenants, and the authoritative figure responsible for collecting payments. Bailiff and Writ: In this intriguing scene from Bailiff Bridge in Brighouse during the early 1900s, we witness a bailiff executing his duties while holding a writ. The image offers insight into how legal documents played a crucial role in enforcing financial obligations. Cover of "L'Assiette au Beurre", number 175, Satirique en Couleurs, 1904_8_6: Art - Bailiff, Painters artists (lithograph): This satirical lithograph showcases an artist's interpretation of a bailiff amidst painters and artists. It humorously portrays how even within creative circles, individuals were not immune to encounters with authority figures like bailiffs. Canterbury Tales - The Reeve: Chaucer's timeless tale introduces us to another facet of medieval society – the reeve who acts as both manager and overseer on an estate. Through this character's portrayal as a cunning individual skilled at manipulating finances for personal gain, we catch glimpses of how bailiffs could be perceived during that era. Punishment of a woman in the 16th Century (colour litho): This vividly colored lithograph sheds light on one aspect of a bailiff's role – ensuring compliance through punishment when necessary. It serves as a reminder that beyond rent collection duties lay responsibilities related to maintaining order within communities. L'Assiette au Beurre, number 18 Satirique en Couleurs, 1901_8_1.