Evils Collection

Pandora and her Box
Hephaistos created Pandora, on Zeuss orders, to bring ruin to mankind : married to Epimethus, she brought a box which when opened released all the evils

A Game of Football in the Streets of London, c. 1314
Illustration of a game of football being played in the streets of London during the 14th century. Football of this time, played without rules in narrow medieval streets

Pandora and Hope
When Pandora first opens her box, she lets loose all the evils that can plague mankind; but when she and Epimethus open it a second time, Hope appears

CARTOGRAPHY "French West Africa and Sahara"
6202965 CARTOGRAPHY "French West Africa and Sahara"; (add.info.: CARTOGRAPHY "French West Africa and Sahara". Flag, cartography and view of Tombuctu and an Oasis in the desert)

Temperance message, Victorian period

The Opening of Pandoras Vase, 1834 (oil on mahogany panel)
1065291 The Opening of Pandoras Vase, 1834 (oil on mahogany panel) by Howard, Henry (1769-1847); Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum

Study for Pandora, 1902 (w / c on paper)
PNH452576 Study for Pandora, 1902 (w/c on paper) by Rheam, Henry Meynell (1859-1920); 75.5x35.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English, out of copyright

The Irish Inferno! (colour litho)
3648305 The Irish Inferno! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irish Inferno)

A Choice of Evils (engraving)
2777039 A Choice of Evils (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Choice of Evils. Illustration for Punch, 12 April 1879.); Look and Learn / George Collection

Jesuits Swear Oath
Loyola and his companions, at an altar in Montmartre, Paris, swear to create the Society of Jesus to defend the Catholic Church against the evils of the Reformation

Pandora. In Greek mythology Pandora opened a jar thereby releasing all the evils of humanity. From Ilustracion Artistica, published 1887

Pandora (the all-gifted ) first mortal woman according to Hesiod. Sent by Zeus as a gift to Epithemus, se brought a box which, when opened, released all worlds evils. Only Hope remained

A Gin Shop, c. 1808-09 (watercolour)
XJF440657 A Gin Shop, c.1808-09 (watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); eMuseum of London, UK; (add.info.: Illustrating the dangers of gin drinking; During the late Georgian period gin was)

Gin Lane is a print issued in 1751 by William Hogarth (1697 - 1764) an English painter, printmaker, in support of what would become the Gin Act. It depicts the evils of the consumption of gin

Temperance - Two Ways
The Two Ways: a temperance concert exercise by George Thayer promises to guide you away from the evils of drink and towards righteousness

David & Nathan
Nathan the prophet is sent by God to waken king David to his sins : David repents, and accepts the evils which Nathan predicts

Poster; Black Ravens
THE BLACK RAVENS ARE PREPARING FOR A PLUNDERING RAID ON THE USSR rallying good-thinking Russians against the evils of religion

Publican Repents, 1864
The landlord of the Grapes tavern empties casks and smashes bottles in the cellar, in order to repent the evils of his intemperate profession

Evils of Greed & Wealth
All kneel in subservience to the demon of wealth-getting and greed. He sits blindfolded a sceptre in one hand. bulging money bag in the other. He can have whatever he wants

Buddhist Talisman
BUDDHIST DORJE TALISMAN protecting the wearer against magic and other evils

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"Pandora's Box: Unleashing the Evils of Humanity" In Greek mythology, Pandora's curiosity led her to open a mysterious box, unknowingly releasing all the evils that plague humanity. This cautionary tale serves as a reminder of the consequences that can arise from our own actions. Fast forward to 1314 in London, where even amidst the chaos and poverty, a game of football takes place on the streets, and is here that we witness how societal struggles can breed their own form of evil - aggression and violence. Yet within this darkness, there is always hope. Pandora herself embodies this dichotomy as she stands beside Hope itself, symbolizing resilience and optimism in times of despair. During the Victorian period, temperance messages were prevalent as society grappled with another kind of evil - alcoholism. The opening of "Pandora's Vase" in 1834 depicts not only an object but also represents the dangers associated with excessive drinking. Moving forward to 1902, an artist captures Pandora through watercolor on paper. This study showcases her beauty while reminding us that even seemingly innocent beings can be capable of unleashing evils upon mankind. "The Irish Inferno. " lithograph portrays yet another form of evil - religious conflict and its devastating consequences. In history books filled with tales like these lies evidence that humans have often chosen paths leading to destruction rather than harmony. An engraving titled "A Choice of Evils" prompts reflection on moral dilemmas faced by individuals throughout time. Sometimes we find ourselves caught between two undesirable options – forced to make decisions tainted by shades of wickedness. The Jesuits' oath reminds us how even religious institutions are not immune from controversy or accusations surrounding their intentions or actions. Evil can manifest itself anywhere if unchecked vigilantly. John Bright's reform bill cartoon satirically suggests that true reform begins within oneself before attempting change externally – highlighting how personal flaws contribute to societal evils.