Admonition Collection

Keep within the Compass c. 1784 (hand-coloured etching and engraving)
SC27795 Keep within the Compass c. 1784 (hand-coloured etching and engraving) by Dighton, Robert (1752-1814); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

The Worker and his Children, illustration from Le Petit Journal
XIR156839 The Worker and his Children, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 12 March 1892 (litho) by Duverger, Theophile Emmanuel (1821-98) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

"Call Night"in the Temple (engraving)
1055573 " Call Night" in the Temple (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Call Night" in the Temple)

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

The Admonition, 18th century. Artist: Jean-Simeon Chardin
The Admonition, 18th century. From French Painting by T. W. Earp. [Avalon Press, London, 1945]

John Finlayson
JOHN FINLAYSON Pamphleteer, author of Admonition to all Countries, and a disciple of the religious extremist Richard Brothers. Date: 1770 - 1854

Bossuet Instructs
JACQUES BENIGNE BOSSUET, though best known for his pulpit oratory, is shown here giving private admonition to an attractive young lady. Date: 1627 - 1704

The Paternal Admonition sometimes called The Matchmaker, c1654. Oil on canvas. Gerard Terborch (1617-1681) Dutch genre painter. Fabric of the girls dress typical of the artists painting of textiles

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"The Power of Admonition: Exploring the Artistic Depictions and Lessons Learned" In the late 18th century, Hannah Humphrey published a thought-provoking book titled "The Blessings of Peace and The Curses of War. " This captivating piece offered an admonition to society, urging them to cherish peace and avoid the devastating consequences of war. Another noteworthy work from that era is "Keep within the Compass, " a hand-colored etching and engraving created around 1784. This artwork serves as a visual admonition, reminding individuals to stay on their chosen path and not stray into dangerous territories. Art has always been a powerful medium for conveying important messages, even in popular publications like Le Petit Journal. One such illustration called "The Worker and his Children" depicted the hardships faced by laborers during that time period, serving as an admonition against exploitation. Even historical events were captured through art with an admonitory tone. In one engraving titled "Tommy Atkins married, Past and Present, " we witness societal changes brought about by marriage while being reminded of the importance of adapting to new circumstances. Religion also played a significant role in delivering admonitions throughout history. An engraving named "Call Night" in the Temple portrays religious figures offering guidance to those seeking solace or advice—a gentle reminder for individuals to seek wisdom when facing challenges. An intriguing historical event was immortalized in art when King Edgar laid aside his crown after being reprimanded by Archbishop Dunstan in the 960s. This painting from 1793 serves as both a depiction of humility but also an admonishment against arrogance among rulers. Jean-Simeon Chardin's masterpiece entitled "The Admonition" further explores this theme with its portrayal of everyday life situations where cautionary lessons can be learned. Through subtle details, Chardin encourages viewers to reflect upon their actions and make wiser choices.