Admonishing Collection

John Knox admonishes Mary, Queen of Scots, on 24 June 1563 about her planned marriage to Don Carlos, son of Philip II of Spain

Christopher Columbus admonishes his men on his ship for their lack of courage, 1492, Christopher Columbus admonishes his men on his ship for their lack of courage, Historic

The Ship of Fools by Sebastian Brant, 1494, late medieval moral satire

Priest teaching young woman in the farmhouse, historical illustration circa 1893

John Knox admonishing Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, 16th century

Christopher Columbus admonishes his men for their lack of courage

Couple, man admonishes his woman, 1910s, Germany, Europe

Woman with raised index finger, 1910s, Germany, Europe

Bluebeard, old man with a beard and keychain instructes a girl, illustration from Perrault's Fairy Tale by Charles Perrault, illustrated by Gustave Dore

Mr Punch admonishing a figure representing idle labour in Victorian Britain
5616369 Mr Punch admonishing a figure representing idle labour in Victorian Britain, 1890 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Soga on Goro admonished by his mother, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Susanna and the Elders in the Garden, and the Trial of Susanna before the Elders, c. 1500

You re a brute!! Caudle (coloured engraving)
5234302 You re a brute!! Caudle (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: You re a brute!! Caudle)

En Penitence (In Penance) (colour litho)
3098653 En Penitence (In Penance) (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Penitence (In Penance)

Give me back the kisses I gave you or I ll sue you (colour litho)
5996109 Give me back the kisses I gave you or I ll sue you (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Give me back the kisses I gave you or I ll sue you)

Mary Queen of Scots reproved by Knox, illustration from David Humes
STC429694 Mary Queen of Scots reproved by Knox, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R

"Its very well for you, Mr Caudle
5234289 " Its very well for you, Mr Caudle, to think I ve nothing to do but attend to you" (coloured engraving) by English School

Nathan Admonishing David, 1650-55. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Nathan Admonishing David, 1650-55

The Dying David Admonishes Solomon, 1642-1644. Creator: Jan Victors
The Dying David Admonishes Solomon, 1642-1644. Earlier ascribed to Govaert Flinck, and Jan Lievens

Parliament in Session in the Reign of James I, early 17th century, (c1902-1905)
Parliament in Session in the Reign of James I, Westminster, London, early 17th century, (c1902-1905). A prisoner at the bar receiving an admonition from the Speaker

Comfort Of A Bed Of Roses, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, [london] : H. Humphrey, 1806, Charles Fox, In Bed With His Wife, Having A Nightmare

John Knox Admonishing Mary Queen Of Scots 24 June 1563 About Her Planned Marriage To Don Carlos The Son Of Phillip Ii Of Spain

King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan, c960s (1793)
King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan for having seduced a Nun, c960s (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. Artist: Gerard Terborch II
Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. From a private collection

Soapey Samuel Kisses the Rod, 1858. Samuel Wilberforce, Bishop of Oxford, was a reformer of the Church of England who dragged his priests into greater spirituality and efficiency

Jesus admonishes the adulteress to sin no more. Miniature
Cristoforo de Predis (1440-1486). Italian miniaturist. Miniature depicting Jesus admonishing the adulteress to sin no more

Doctors Advice
A doctor gives a female patient a ticking off. Date: 1960s

Death of Ananias, after a painting by Raphael (1483-1520) 1740 (bodycolour over graphite
XYC150261 Death of Ananias, after a painting by Raphael (1483-1520) 1740 (bodycolour over graphite on parchment) by Goupy, Joseph (c.1680-1768); 30.2x45.7 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Young boy admonished for fishin on the Sabbath
Clergyman - " My Boy, do you know its wicked to fish on the Sabbath?" Youngster - " I isn t fishing; I m teachin this ere wurm ter swim." Date: 1895

Streetwise young scamp talks back at an admonishing woman who is criticising him for smoking." Do you know its very wrong for little boys to smoke tobacco

Stop Your Cruel Oppression of the Jews, 1904. Emil Flohri (1869-1938) American artist. Theodore Roosevelt admonishing Tsar Nicholas II over treatment of Russian Jews

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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Admonishing: A Journey through Art and Literature" Step into the world of admonishment, where art and literature intertwine to convey powerful messages. From the comfort of a bed of roses to the halls of Parliament in session, these hints offer glimpses into various forms of admonition. Gillray's engraving "Comfort of a Bed of Roses" captures both luxury and caution, reminding us that even amidst comfort, challenges may arise. Meanwhile, "Parliament in Session in the Reign of James I" transports us back to early 17th century England, illustrating how authority figures admonish one another for their actions. In Charles Perrault's "Bluebeard, " an illustration from 1893 warns against curiosity with chilling engravings. Similarly, "Susanna and the Elders in the Garden" depicts a tale where elders' misconduct is exposed before they face trial – a lesson on accountability. Artists have also depicted biblical stories as cautionary tales. In "David and Nathan, " we witness David being confronted by Nathan for his wrongdoing. The penitent Saint Peter seeks redemption while Christ blesses him in "The Penitent Saint Peter. " Amidst all this seriousness lies humor; Caudle's colored engraving shows someone exclaiming, "You're a brute. " Perhaps it serves as a reminder not to take ourselves too seriously. Engraving titled "Give me back the kisses I gave you or I'll sue you" highlights consequences when love turns sour. On another note, Nathan Admonishing David showcases pen-and-ink artistry conveying strong emotions through simple lines. Finally, Ms 322 f. 99r presents an initial D with Christ blessing while David gazes at Bathsheba—a subtle reminder that even great leaders can falter if they succumb to temptation. Through these diverse artworks spanning centuries, we are reminded that admonishment takes many forms—sometimes gentle, sometimes harsh.