Crutch Collection

Long John Silver / Parrot
For generations of readers, the archetypal pirate is Long John Silver, the devious and malevolent villain of Robert Louis Stevensons Treasure Island - parrot and all !

Dickens / Christmas Carol
Bob Cratchit with Tiny Tim, his crippled youngest son

ERNEST HEMINGWAY (1899-1961). American writer. Photographed at the American Red Cross Hospital, Milan, in 1918

German poster campaign for injured soldiers
German poster to raise funds for war wounded soldiers, showing a soldier with a crutch in his left hand and tools in his right

Dickens / Christmas Carol
Bob Cratchit with Tiny Tim, his crippled youngest son

JOHN L. BURNS (1793-1872). Veteran of the War of 1812 and the American Civil War, wounded at the Battle of Gettysburg at the age of 70. Photograph by Timothy O Sullivan, 1863

Pitmen encamped - evicted coal miner and his dwelling
A miner on strike sits despondently outside his makeshift home, his crutch and dog at his side. Due to lengthy strike action resulting from a wage dispute

Spanish Bullfighting Series (7 / 12)
Spanish Bullfighting Series. The pass crutch - tempting the bull with his red cape, the matador tires the beast. Date: 1913

Associates of the Witches of Belvoir. Anne Baker, Joanne Willimott and Ellen Greene, Leicestershire women with their pets and familiars

Greece / Warrior Farewell
A young Greek warrior takes leave of his family

A district visitor. 1888 (engraving)
5615919 A district visitor. 1888 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Maritime triumph or confederate favors
MMM5484579 Maritime triumph or confederate favors; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Maritime triumph or confederate favors)

Engraving depicting a young girl walking with a crutch through a park after injuring her leg, 19th century
5308981 Engraving depicting a young girl walking with a crutch through a park after injuring her leg, 19th century; (add.info)

Engraving depicting a couple strolling through the countryside
5308817 Engraving depicting a couple strolling through the countryside; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a couple strolling through the countryside. The man is using a crutch to help him walk)

Marine Encyclopedia: Deck-hook, Breast-hook, Crutch, etc of a Wooden Vessel (litho)
8652596 Marine Encyclopedia: Deck-hook, Breast-hook, Crutch, etc of a Wooden Vessel (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deck-hook, Breast-hook, Crutch)

In Castellana (Puglia, Italy), a cripple and his begging dog sitting at the foot of a tree
AIS5374952 In Castellana (Puglia, Italy), a cripple and his begging dog sitting at the foot of a tree, accompanied by a strolling violinist, in a busy street

A district visitor. 1888 (engraving)
5615924 A district visitor. 1888 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Woman with her hair combed up over a pouf (support) and decorated with flowers, pearls and a sash, called the Flea
FLO4606320 Woman with her hair combed up over a pouf (support) and decorated with flowers, pearls and a sash, called the Flea. The Pouf has the Chia

Illustration of a man with a deformed foot and crude crutches
1578330 Illustration of a man with a deformed foot and crude crutches; (add.info.: Illustration of a man with a deformed foot and crude crutches. Dated 14th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Woman in the Asiatic hairstyle, 1770s. Her hair is combed up over a large support pouf and decorated with flowers
FLO4606328 Woman in the Asiatic hairstyle, 1770s. Her hair is combed up over a large support pouf and decorated with flowers, pearls, fabric and feathers. Asian pouf

A patron of the fine arts, girl giving money to a beggar (engraving)
8631371 A patron of the fine arts, girl giving money to a beggar (engraving) by Finnemore, Joseph (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A patron of the fine arts)

Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons
6116636 Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons,; (add.info.: Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons)

Beggar carving Turkish Moorings, a chain made of ash, seated with hat, crutch and walking stick
FLO5000844 Beggar carving Turkish Moorings, a chain made of ash, seated with hat, crutch and walking stick. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana

Illustration of a man with a deformed foot and crutches
1578329 Illustration of a man with a deformed foot and crutches; (add.info.: Illustration of a man with a deformed foot and crutches. Dated 14th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Lady Baird & wounded at Chambery, 19 June 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Lady Baird & wounded at Chambery, 19 June 1918 (date created or published later). Lady Constance Barbara Baird at the Hopital Militaire Belge (Belgian Military Hospital) at Chambe´ry

Wounded return, 1918 or 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Wounded return, 1918 or 1919. Wounded American soldiers on a ship after their return to the United States after World War I.

Wounded French leaving hospital, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Wounded French leaving hospital, 1917. Wounded French soldiers leaving a hospital during World War I.

Berlin, Christmas in soldier's hospital, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Berlin, Christmas in soldier's hospital, between 1914 and c1915. A woman playing the piano for soldiers in a hospital in Berlin, Germany at Christmas, during World War I.

Mutual support
Ina Tänzer

Illustration for the Works of J.P.C. Florian, 1796. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for the Works of J.P.C. Florian, 1796

Plate 1 for Thomas Smollett's The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle, 1785. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Plate 1 for Thomas Smollett's The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle, 1785

Three disabled soldiers, 1700-1800. Creator: Anon
Three disabled soldiers, 1700-1800

Figure and animal studies, 1880. Creator: Marius Bauer
Figure and animal studies, 1880. Female figures with different headwear and a soldier on horseback. Also two heads of a monkey and dog

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Le Grand Triomfateure ou le Libraire Ambulan, 1703-1704. Creator: Henri Bonnart
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Le Grand Triomfateure ou le Libraire Ambulan, Bound 1703-1704

Distributing Alms. Creator: David Vinckboons
Distributing Alms, unknown date

Job in Luck, 1778. Creator: Christian Bernhard Rode
Job in Luck, 1778

View of the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, 1700-1799. Creators: Anon, Jacques Rigaud
View of the Hotel des Invalides in Paris, 1700-1799

The Crimean Troops Defiling at the Foot of the Column, Place Vendome, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Crimean Troops Defiling at the Foot of the Column, Place Vendome, 1856. Wounded French soldiers in Paris. The soiled uniforms

Cartoon on the retreat of Napoleon from Russia, 1812-1814. Creator: Jacob Smies
Cartoon on the retreat of Napoleon from Russia, 1812-1814. On the right is Napoleon with a stocking on his head and followed by creepy-crawlies

Nos marins blesses pendant les journees des 1er et 2 decembre, en traitement a... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Nos marins blesses pendant les journees des 1er et 2 decembre, en traitement a l'hopital russe du Piree : au milieu d'eux, un pretre russe, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

View of the Valley of Montmorency near Saint-Leu-la-Forêt, 1808. Creator: Pieter Rudolph Kleijn
View of the Valley of Montmorency near Saint-Leu-la-Foret, 1808. Other Title(s): View of the Plain of Montmorency near Saint-Leu-la-Foret

Ceremony of Laying the Foundation-Stone of the New School-House at the Philanthropic Society's Farm, Red-Hill, [Surrey], 1856. The new School-house is the gift of Mr

The Transept of the Mariakerk in Utrecht, Seen from the Northeast, 1637. Creator: Pieter Jansz Saenredam
The Transept of the Mariakerk in Utrecht, Seen from the Northeast, 1637. Other Title(s): The Transept of the Mariakerk in Utrecht, Seen from the Northeast

Allegory of Abuses by the Authorities of Church and State, 1570-1580. Creator: Gillis Mostaert
Allegory of Abuses by the Authorities of Church and State, 1570-1580. Alternative title: The Haywain: An Allegory of Worldly and Spiritual Abuses

Dr. Freedman - Children Cured By His Cure, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Dr
Dr. Freedman [or Friedman?] - Children Cured By His Cure, 1913

Springtime in Hals, Jutland, 1892. Creator: Laurits Andersen Ring
Springtime in Hals, Jutland, 1892

Et ces deux laids débris se désolaient entre eux, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Et ces deux laids debris se desolaient entre eux, 19th century. And these two ugly debris were grieving each other

Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs : Saint Martin partageant son manteau avec... 1870
Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs : Saint Martin partageant son manteau avec un mendiant, 1870. Sketch for the church of Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs (3rd arrondissement)

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"Crutch: A Symbol of Resilience and Support" Throughout history, the crutch has served as a powerful symbol of resilience and support in various contexts. From literary works to historical events, this simple yet essential aid has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. In Long John Silver's adventures, his parrot perched upon his shoulder while he relied on a crutch to navigate the treacherous seas. This iconic image epitomizes strength in the face of adversity. Even renowned author Ernest Hemingway found himself leaning on a crutch during his time at the American Red Cross Hospital in Milan. It serves as a reminder that even great minds require assistance at times. During World War I, German poster campaigns highlighted injured soldiers relying on crutches as they fought to rebuild their lives. These images showcased not only physical but also emotional rehabilitation. Charles Dickens immortalized the spirit of Christmas with "A Christmas Carol, " where Tiny Tim's character exemplifies hope despite using a crutch. His determination inspires us all to overcome obstacles with grace and optimism. John L. Burns, wounded at Gettysburg during the American Civil War, stands tall with his battle-worn body supported by a crutch. At 70 years old, he embodies courage and resilience that transcends age or circumstance. The associates of the Witches of Belvoir are depicted wielding magical staffs resembling enchanted crutches—a testament to their mystical powers and ability to traverse between worlds effortlessly. In Spanish bullfighting series artwork, matadors gracefully wield capes while standing firm on their symbolic red-crutched platforms—showcasing bravery amidst danger within this traditional spectacle. Ancient Greece honored warriors bidding farewell before battle; some leaned upon sturdy wooden supports akin to crutches—an embodiment of camaraderie and unity among those facing uncertain fates together. Artistic depictions reveal Death embracing Pope Pius II as he crowns an Emperor, while a crutch lies nearby.