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Informing Collection

"From Shakespeare to History: Captivating Moments of Informing" "Henry IV Part II: A Tale of Intrigue and Betrayal" "Putting Bee-Hives into Mourning 1856

Background imageInforming Collection: A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from

A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from the Germans (litho)
3252916 A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from the Germans (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: A brave telephone operator in Etain, France)

Background imageInforming Collection: Vous m'excuserez: je vais me mettre a table... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier

Vous m'excuserez: je vais me mettre a table... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Vous m'excuserez: je vais me mettre a table... 19th century. Excuse me: I'm going to sit at the table

Background imageInforming Collection: Un renseignement, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier

Un renseignement, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Un renseignement, 19th century. Hunting sketch by Daumier - information

Background imageInforming Collection: La Confidence, c. 1774/1775. Creator: Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet

La Confidence, c. 1774/1775. Creator: Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet
La Confidence, c. 1774/1775

Background imageInforming Collection: Henry IV Part II

Henry IV Part II
Pistol informing Sir John Falstaff of the death of King Henry IV Act V Scene III Date: 1857

Background imageInforming Collection: Pistol informing Sir John Falstaff of the Death of Henry the fourth (engraving)

Pistol informing Sir John Falstaff of the Death of Henry the fourth (engraving)
1093008 Pistol informing Sir John Falstaff of the Death of Henry the fourth (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageInforming Collection: The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot (engraving)

The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot (engraving)
984443 The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot (engraving) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot)

Background imageInforming Collection: Two women on the telephone (colour litho)

Two women on the telephone (colour litho)
3094449 Two women on the telephone (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two women on the telephone. Postcard, early 20th century)

Background imageInforming Collection: Nelson sending his historic message at Copenhagen, illustration from

Nelson sending his historic message at Copenhagen, illustration from
IL323223 Nelson sending his historic message at Copenhagen, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Davidson

Background imageInforming Collection: The Trial of M Zola, Sketches in Court (engraving)

The Trial of M Zola, Sketches in Court (engraving)
1039401 The Trial of M Zola, Sketches in Court (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trial of M Zola, Sketches in Court)

Background imageInforming Collection: King Harolds messenger gives him news of Duke Williams army

King Harolds messenger gives him news of Duke Williams army
XIR183141 King Harolds messenger gives him news of Duke Williams army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageInforming Collection: The Death of the German Emperor, William I, at Berlin (engraving)

The Death of the German Emperor, William I, at Berlin (engraving)
1595168 The Death of the German Emperor, William I, at Berlin (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of the German Emperor, William I)

Background imageInforming Collection: Isaiah informing King Hezekiah of Judah that he will live fifteen more years (colour litho)

Isaiah informing King Hezekiah of Judah that he will live fifteen more years (colour litho)
5226871 Isaiah informing King Hezekiah of Judah that he will live fifteen more years (colour litho) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageInforming Collection: Picture shows Matt Busby, instructing his Manchester United team

Picture shows Matt Busby, instructing his Manchester United team, during a training session ahead of the 1968 European Cup Final against Benfica, at Wembley

Background imageInforming Collection: The Messengers Tell Job of His Misfortunes, 1825. Creator: William Blake

The Messengers Tell Job of His Misfortunes, 1825. Creator: William Blake
The Messengers Tell Job of His Misfortunes, 1825

Background imageInforming Collection: A Brave Telephone Operator In Etain, France, Stays At Her Post Despite Heavy Bombardment From The

A Brave Telephone Operator In Etain, France, Stays At Her Post Despite Heavy Bombardment From The Germans, In Order To Report To The Postmaster At Nearby Verdun The Progress Of The Attack During Wwi

Background imageInforming Collection: GUARD (1860S)

GUARD (1860S)
The guard stands on the platform, raising his left arm and blowing his whistle, informing the driver that the train may leave. Date: circa 1860

Background imageInforming Collection: He Stops at the Sign of the Weathervane, illustration from Tilighmans Ride

He Stops at the Sign of the Weathervane, illustration from Tilighmans Ride
BAL108088 He Stops at the Sign of the Weathervane, illustration from Tilighmans Ride from Yorktown, pub. in Harpers Magazine, November 1881 (litho) by Pyle

Background imageInforming Collection: Signposts at Poudre Lake, Trail Ridge Road, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado, USA

Signposts at Poudre Lake, Trail Ridge Road, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado, USA

Background imageInforming Collection: Illness Notice, Malmesbury Workhouse, Wiltshire

Illness Notice, Malmesbury Workhouse, Wiltshire
A notice sent by Mr C.M. Gane, master of the Malmesbury Union workhouse, to a friend or relative of inmate Hezekiah Coster informing them that Coster was very ill. Date: 1896

Background imageInforming Collection: Energy efficiency rating label

Energy efficiency rating label on the back of a light bulb packet. This label must be displayed on all domestic appliances, light bulbs and cars for sale in the European Union

Background imageInforming Collection: discussing insurance after accident (posed by models model released)

discussing insurance after accident (posed by models model released)

Background imageInforming Collection: Foreign Office War Declaration

Foreign Office War Declaration
A letter to Prince Lichnowsky, German ambassador, from Foreign Secretary Sir Edward Grey at the British Foreign Office informing him of the outbreak of World War One

Background imageInforming Collection: Seamen Missing at Sea

Seamen Missing at Sea
A letter informing a mother that there is still no news about her son, since his ship Inverness was sunk one month ago by the enemy. He is presumed drowned

Background imageInforming Collection: Amazon Rain Forest

Amazon Rain Forest
The Amazon rain-forest as it was found by the conquista- -dors. A missionary is informing a native that all this is the Christian Gods handiwork


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"From Shakespeare to History: Captivating Moments of Informing" "Henry IV Part II: A Tale of Intrigue and Betrayal" "Putting Bee-Hives into Mourning 1856: An Unconventional Form of Grief" "Governor Davey's Proclamation in Australia 1816: Equality for All Races?" "The Victims of the Mountain: Tragedy Strikes in Vivid Colors" "Pistol Informs Sir John Falstaff: The Death that Shakes a Kingdom" "The Ojibway Maiden Discloses Pontiac's Plot: Secrets Unveiled" "Two Women on the Telephone: Connecting Lives Across Distances" "Nelson Sends His Historic Message at Copenhagen: Triumph Amidst Chaos" "The Trial of M Zola, Sketches in Court: Justice Served or Denied?" "King Harold's Messenger Brings Tidings of War and Destiny" "The Death of the German Emperor, William I, at Berlin: End of an Era" "'You Shall Live Fifteen More Years': Isaiah Brings Hope to King Hezekiah" In this collection, we explore captivating moments throughout history where individuals are informed about significant events or revelations that shape their lives and societies around them. Whether it is through Shakespearean dramas like Henry IV Part II or historical lithographs depicting pivotal moments such as Governor Daveys proclamation informing aborigines about equal justice, each caption offers a glimpse into the power and consequences behind information dissemination. We delve into diverse scenarios - from putting bee-hives into mourning in 1856 to two women conversing over telephones - showcasing how communication methods have evolved over time while still serving as crucial tools for spreading news.