Relieving Collection

Trepanation, 14th century artwork
Trepanation. 14th century artwork of a doctor using a hammer and scalpel to perform a surgical operation known as trepanation

Sir Henry Havelock / Davie
SIR HENRY HAVELOCK British soldier relieving Lucknow in 1857

Massaging baby toes
MODEL RELEASED. Massaging baby toes. Hands massaging the feet and toes of a baby. Massage is used to promote relaxation, relieve muscle spasms

An engraving depicting the relieving a Trinity House lightship, the Galloper, 19th century
5310644 An engraving depicting the relieving a Trinity House lightship, the Galloper, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1881); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Gothic Surface Designs
A lithographic plate produced by Day and Sons, showing four slightly different designs used for relieving the surface of stone work, in gothic style. Date: circa 1855

The Siege of Lucknow, the Head of the Relieving Force arriving at the Bailey Guard (engraving)
2771377 The Siege of Lucknow, the Head of the Relieving Force arriving at the Bailey Guard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Lucknow)

Sketches of Dublin (engraving)
1616900 Sketches of Dublin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Dublin. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 March 1843)

The Harmonic Dresser For Relieving Kitchen Toil (litho)
6024613 The Harmonic Dresser For Relieving Kitchen Toil (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harmonic Dresser For Relieving Kitchen Toil)

The Meeting of Sir Colin Campbell (1792-1863) and General Outram illustration from
IL193444 The Meeting of Sir Colin Campbell (1792-1863) and General Outram illustration from Glorious Battles of English History by Major C.H. Wylly, 1920s (colour litho) by Payne, Henry A

The Popes Almoner relieving the Poor on the Anniversary of the Commencement of his Pontificate (engraving)
2773779 The Popes Almoner relieving the Poor on the Anniversary of the Commencement of his Pontificate (engraving) by English School

Light-Ships and Light-Houses, with the Relief Service (engraving)
1624133 Light-Ships and Light-Houses, with the Relief Service (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Light-Ships and Light-Houses, with the Relief Service)

The New Ship for the Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers on the Thames (litho)
1038082 The New Ship for the Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers on the Thames (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

DEATH THE REAPER OF POOR
DEATH - THE TRUE RELIEVING OFFICER Dedicated without permission to the Poor Law Board Date: 1868

DEATH RELIEVES THE POOR
DEATH - THE TRUE RELIEVING OFFICER Dedicated without permission to the Poor Law Board Date: 1868

The Pandora nipped in the Ice (Melville Bay, 24 July), relieving the Pressure by Blasting (engraving)
1602616 The Pandora nipped in the Ice (Melville Bay, 24 July), relieving the Pressure by Blasting (engraving) by English School

"22A, Curzon Street, "the New Play at the Garrick Theatre (engraving)
1615283 " 22A, Curzon Street, " the New Play at the Garrick Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " 22A, Curzon Street)

The Governess and the Children (engraving)
3626130 The Governess and the Children (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Governess and the Children. Illustration for Chatterbox (1869)

Saturday Morning in the Great Eastern Free Dispensary, relieving Distress among the Sick Poor (litho)
6021959 Saturday Morning in the Great Eastern Free Dispensary, relieving Distress among the Sick Poor (litho) by American School

King George IV relieving the prisoners in Dorchester Jail, Dorset, 1820 (engraving)
5233452 King George IV relieving the prisoners in Dorchester Jail, Dorset, 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

City Foulers Mark (coloured engraving)
606984 City Foulers Mark (coloured engraving) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811); Private Collection; (add.info.: City Foulers Mark - a dog leads two men with rifles to a man relieving himself)

Row of older men urinating on the beach (b / w photo)
5999999 Row of older men urinating on the beach (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Row of older men urinating on the beach)

Convict Life in Burmah (litho)
1627448 Convict Life in Burmah (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Convict Life in Burmah. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 September 1893)

The Naval Manoeuvres, the Battle of the Casquets, "X"Battle-Ships relieving the Blockade of the Channel
1629030 The Naval Manoeuvres, the Battle of the Casquets, " X" Battle-Ships relieving the Blockade of the Channel Islands (litho) by Jane, Fred T

With the Tochi Valley Field Force, in Camp at Miran Shah (litho)
1039364 With the Tochi Valley Field Force, in Camp at Miran Shah (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Tochi Valley Field Force)

Woman using a urinal - WW2
" I m doing a mans job ain t I?" A tall imposing lady World War Two Factory worker passes comment in reposte to the surprise shown at her appearance at the Gents Toilet urinals by a fellow

Allcocks Porous Plasters, a safe and sure remedy. Warming and soothing, relieving and curing Asthma, Lumbago, Sciatica, Colds, Kinks, Quinsy, Spasms, Rheumatism

Prison reformer John Howard visiting a prison
An engraving of Francis Wheatleys 1787 painting of John Howard Visiting and Relieving the Miseries of a Prison. Howard (third from right) (1726-1790)

WW1 - A Red Cross dog relieves himself on a German Standard
WW1 - A Red Cross dog in France shows his opinion of the enemy by relieving himself on the fallen German Border post at St Petit Croix (where the Germans crossed the border in 1914) Date: 1915

Marquis of Granby - 4
John Manners, marquis of GRANBY military commander, depicted in the act of relieving the distress of a poor soldier and his family Date: 1721 - 1770

Old English Customs: Relieving the Poor at the Gate

Gustavus Adolphus landing at Stralsund in 1630 (engraving)
XJF276020 Gustavus Adolphus landing at Stralsund in 1630 (engraving) by Koler, Georg (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

CHORUS: HEs GOING TO DROWN IT!, RELIEVING OFFICER: GOING TO
CHORUS: " HEs GOING TO DROWN IT!", RELIEVING OFFICER: " GOING TO DROWN IT? NONSENSE!", GINX: " I AM!", 1876

L Abbe de la Coste
The French forger, L Abbe de la Coste, looks rather disgruntled, having been tied to a post, hands bound, a dog relieving itself on him

Downpatrick Workhouse Admission Ticket
An admission ticket for the workhouse at Downpatrick in County Down, Northern Ireland. The voucher was issued to a destitute persons by the union relieving officer who assessed the means of poor

Relaxation aids

Aromatherapy ingredients

Menstrual pain
MODEL RELEASED. Menstrual pain. Woman holding her hands against her abdomen to relieve pain caused by menstruation. Lower abdominal and pelvic pain, known as dysmenorrhoea

TENS pain relief unit
MODEL RELEASED. TENS pain relief unit. Twenty five year old woman using a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit to relieve pain in her back

Boatloads of joyous jackies leaving Vera Cruz
US army relieving the Navy. Boatloads of joyous jackies leaving Vera Cruz for their battleship, after the arrival of the Army who came to relieve them

1844 poor relief work ticket
A ticket issued in 1844 by a Relieving Officer for the parish of St Mary, Islington, north London, directing the bearer to the stone yard on Wharf Road, City Basin

Doctor Sangrado relieving John Bull of the Yellow Fever

Relieving a Sentry
At the entrance to an infantry barracks, the sentry is relieved. A dog watches with interest

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"Relieving through Time: From Trepanation to Massaging Baby Toes" Step into the past with a glimpse practices throughout history. Delve into the 14th-century artwork depicting trepanation, a daring procedure aimed at alleviating ailments. Witness Sir Henry Havelock and Davie engaging in acts of relief, their noble efforts immortalized in art. But relief comes in various forms - even massaging baby toes can bring comfort and soothe tiny souls. Gothic surface designs transport us to an era where intricate patterns adorned cathedrals, offering solace to those seeking spiritual respite. In times of dire need, relief takes on a humanitarian role. Lithographs depict scenes from The Indian Famine, showcasing brave individuals providing sustenance to starving natives at a residency. Similarly, engraving captures the compassion shown during the Famine in Montenegro as fugitives find solace on their way to Servia. War brings its own tales of relief amidst chaos. Engravings portray The Siege of Lucknow when the head of the relieving force arrives at Bailey Guard, bringing hope and salvation for those trapped within its walls. Journeying further reveals sketches that capture Dublin's essence - perhaps offering respite from everyday struggles through artistic expression. Meanwhile, lithographs showcase innovative inventions like "The Harmonic Dresser, " designed specifically for relieving kitchen toil - an ode to easing domestic burdens. Heroes emerge again as we witness Sir Colin Campbell meeting General Outram; their collaboration symbolizes unity and shared responsibility for providing much-needed relief during challenging times. Even religious figures partake in acts of kindness; engravings depict The Pope's Almoner extending his benevolence by relieving poverty-stricken individuals on the anniversary of his pontificate's commencement. Lastly, let us not forget about maritime safety - light-ships and lighthouses stand tall as guardians along treacherous coastlines.