Fearing Collection

PILGRIM'S PROGRESS 31
Mr Greatheart encourages Mr Fearing - he was ready to die for fear'. Date: first published 1678

Barthlemy Thimonnier (1793-1857) French inventor, 1907 (print)
539307 Barthlemy Thimonnier (1793-1857) French inventor, 1907 (print) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Patented first sewing machine to be put into practical use, Paris, 1830)

Wounded (engraving)
1050194 Wounded (engraving) by Hodgson, John Evan (1831-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wounded. Illustration for The Graphic, 19 January 1878.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

A shepherd rests beneath the shade of a hawthorn bush, wondering whether to play his pipes or not : his sheep looks apprehensive, as though fearing he will... Date: 1889

Birthday Greetings postcard - A family of Cats at bathtime. The kitten in the bath is not looking forward to having his/her hair combed... Date: circa 1922

The Road to Jerusalem, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F
KW219456 The Road to Jerusalem, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F. Michaud, 1877 (litho) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mid Pleasures and Palaces by C Watson Mill
Image from a promotional letterhead for Mid Pleasures and Palaces by C. Watson Mill. First produced at the Grand Theatre, Mansfield, 23rd September 1912

The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the state of the European bursiers, engraving 1791, Catherine II and Frederick William II as pugilists

Scuttling of the German fleet at Scapa Flow
The Scuttling of the German fleet at Scapa Flow on 21st June 1919 at the end of the First World War. The High Seas Fleet had been interned there under the terms of the Armistice whilst negotiations

Barthlemy Thimonnier (1793-1857) French inventor. Patented first sewing machine to be put into practical use, Paris, 1830

The Prussian Prize-fighter And His Allies Attempting To Tame Imperial Kate, Or, The State Of The European Bursiers, Engraving 1791, Catherine Ii And Frederick William Ii As Pugilists

Vasectomy fear, conceptual artwork
Vasectomy fear. Conceptual artwork of a man about to undergo a vasectomy operation looking worried about the procedure. A vasectomy is an operation to cut the two vasa deferentia

Josiah Reads and Repents
Josiah, god-fearing himself, reads in the chronicles how his predecessors have sinned, and determines that henceforward the kings of Israel will behave better

Jonathans Attack
Jonathan and his armour-bearer make a two-man attack on the army of the Philistines on the heights of Gibeah : fearing a mass attack, the Philistines take to flight

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"Fearing the Unknown: Exploring the Depths of Human Emotion" In this captivating journey through various hints, we encounter different aspects of fear and its profound impact on our lives. From the pages of "Pilgrim's Progress 31, " we witness Mr. Fearing grappling with his inner demons, reminding us that fear can be a formidable obstacle on our path to enlightenment. As we delve into history, Barthlemy Thimonnier's invention of the sewing machine in 1793 serves as a testament to human ingenuity overcoming fears of technological advancements. This print from 1907 reminds us that progress often requires facing our apprehensions head-on. The engraving depicting wounded individuals evokes feelings of vulnerability and trepidation. It highlights how fear can manifest itself physically, leaving scars both visible and hidden within ourselves. Underneath the shade of a hawthorn bush, a shepherd contemplates whether to embrace his fears or play it safe. This moment captures the essence of decision-making when confronted with uncertainty – do we let fear paralyze us or take courageous leaps towards growth? A whimsical Birthday Greetings postcard featuring cats at bathtime reveals that even in mundane situations like bathing pets, fear may arise unexpectedly. These feline friends remind us that sometimes conquering our anxieties involves embracing discomfort for necessary transformations. Noel Coward's play "The Vortex" explores psychological turmoil caused by suppressed fears and desires. It serves as a reminder that burying our fears deep within only leads to their eventual eruption if left unaddressed. "C Watson Mill's Mid Pleasures and Palaces" transports us into opulent settings where even amidst grandeur, lurking fears may persist. The juxtaposition between luxury and unease emphasizes how external circumstances cannot shield us entirely from internal struggles. A hand-colored magic lantern slide circa 1900 depicts characters from John Bunyan's "Pilgrim's Progress. " Great Heart and Mr.