Inquire Collection

Fortune Telling 1810
Two ladies inquire about their destinies at a fortune teller

WAGNER, DIE FEEN
Prince Arindal and his fairy wife, Ada, whose origins he is forbidden to inquire into, but of course curiosity gets the better of him, with the usual consequences... Date: First performed 1834

Mr Eugene Schuyler, US Consul-General and Secretary of the US Legation at Constantinople (engraving)
1053868 Mr Eugene Schuyler, US Consul-General and Secretary of the US Legation at Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Eugene Schuyler)

Mr Walter Baring, Second Secretary in HBM Embassy, Constantinople (engraving)
1053867 Mr Walter Baring, Second Secretary in HBM Embassy, Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Walter Baring)

Committee of the House of Commons to inquire into the State of the Army before Sebastopol (engraving)
1602060 Committee of the House of Commons to inquire into the State of the Army before Sebastopol (engraving) by English School

Mary Queen of Scots protesting against the Commissioners Appointed to Inquire into her Conduct, 1568 (engraving)
671136 Mary Queen of Scots protesting against the Commissioners Appointed to Inquire into her Conduct, 1568 (engraving) by English School

Question Mark

The Federal Arts Projects for New York City welcome the National Education Association of the United States Presenting plays, concerts, radio programs, art exhibits, publications, historical records

Balanced diet for the expectant mother Inquire at the Health Bureau. Poster promoting proper diet and prenatal care for pregnant women, showing a bowl of fruit. Date between 1936 and 1939

Cavalry in Snow
A troop of Prussian Uhlans inquire directions of a local countryman

Renault Loses its Way
The owner of a Renault Sports Torpedo has lost his way, and stops to inquire directions of a lady out walking her dog, with a yoke over her shoulder bearing a bag at each end

Airsickness ?
The prudent pilot should inquire before take-off whether his passenger is prone to airsickness : once airborne, it may be too late to avoid unpleasantness

Wind Pill Advert
This little girl interrupts her hooping to inquire where she can purchase Page Woodcocks Wind Pills. My dear, everywhere, is the sandwichmans reply

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"Inquire: Unveiling the Secrets of Time and History" Step into the mystical world of fortune telling, as we journey back to 1810. The air is filled with anticipation as Wagner's opera "Die Feen" casts its spell on the audience. Amidst this enchantment, Mr. Eugene Schuyler, US Consul-General and Secretary of the US Legation at Constantinople, stands tall in an intriguing engraving. Joining him is Mr. Walter Baring, Second Secretary in HBM Embassy at Constantinople - both men immersed in a quest for knowledge. Across time and space, a Committee of the House of Commons delves deep into history to inquire about the State of the Army before Sebastopol. Their engraved image captures their determination to uncover hidden truths. Intrigue continues as Mary Queen of Scots protests against Commissioners Appointed to Inquire into her Conduct in 1568. Her defiance echoes through centuries. A question mark hangs suspended in mid-air - symbolizing curiosity that drives us forward on our quest for answers. Rudyard Kipling's masterpiece "Mrs Hauksbee Sits Out" transports us further into an unhistorical extravaganza where inquiry takes center stage amidst laughter and entertainment. Embark on a pleasure cruise aboard the steam yacht "Victoria", where even mundane tasks like posting letters become moments to inquire about distant lands and cultures. The Federal Arts Projects for New York City extend a warm welcome to national artists; their creations serve as windows through which we can inquire about diverse perspectives and artistic expressions. But let us not forget practical inquiries too - such as maintaining a balanced diet for expectant mothers who seek guidance from health professionals during this special time. Lastly, cavalry charges bravely through snow-covered landscapes, reminding us that even nature itself invites inquiry – urging us to explore its mysteries with awe-struck wonderment.