Community Spirit Collection

Ridiculous Dream, 1819-1823. Artist: Francisco Goya
Ridiculous Dream, 1819-1823. Plate 3 of Proverbs, published in 1864. The series is also known as disparates (absurdities) or suenos (dreams)

Peasant Fair, c.1665. Creator: David Teniers II
Peasant Fair, c.1665. Other Title(s): St George's Day Kermis. Country folk talking, eating and drinking, dancing to the bagpipes, falling over drunk (bottom left)

The Lifeboat is Taken through the Dunes, 1883 (oil on canvas)
1273906 The Lifeboat is Taken through the Dunes, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Ancher, Michael Peter (1849-1927); 171x221 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

View of Kachreuth, near Nuremberg, 1511, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
View of Kachreuth, near Nuremberg, 1511, (1936). Found in the collection of the Kunsthalle, Bremen, Germany. A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

The large annual caravans heading north, Gourara, Algeria, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 8th March 1903

The Delhi Durbar, 1903. The Delhi Durbar, meaning, Court of Delhi, was a mass assembly at Delhi, India to commemorate the coronation of a King

Festival of the grape harvest in Alsace, 1911. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 1st October 1911

The fires of Midsummers Day, 1912. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 30th June 1912

Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Paris, 1891. Artist: Henri Meyer
Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Paris, 1891. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 23rd March 1891

The Farandole, Andorra, 1891. Artist: Henri Meyer
The Farandole, Andorra, 1891. The farandole is an open-chain community dance popular in the County of Nice, France. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 11th April 1891

The Proletarian Dictatorships Year: October 1917 -October 1918, 1918. Artist: Alexander Apsit
The Proletarian Dictatorships Year: October 1917-October 1918, 1918

Fit out Reading Rooms!, 1919. Artist: Alexander Apsit
Fit out Reading Rooms!, 1919

Building the Log-Cabin, engraved by Charles Maurand (engraving) (b&w photo)
XJF108990 Building the Log-Cabin, engraved by Charles Maurand (engraving) (b&w photo) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

A residence in Plumstead, London, moves from Relliance Road. Here they are loading their belongings onto a removal lorry. 1939

The Lifeboat: painted pub sign hanging outside a public house depicting a local crew member of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution holding the distinctive yellow oilskin

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"Embracing the Ridiculous Dream: Uniting through Community Spirit" In Francisco Goya's masterpiece, "Ridiculous Dream, " painted between 1819 and 1823, we witness the power of community spirit. Despite the absurdity of their aspirations, people come together to support one another in pursuit of their dreams. "The Lifeboat is Taken through the Dunes, " an oil on canvas by an unknown artist in 1883, showcases a remarkable display of unity and resilience. The community bands together to save lives, navigating treacherous dunes with unwavering determination. Albrecht Durer's "View of Kachreuth" transports us back to 1511 when communities relied heavily on each other for survival. In this painting from 1936, we see how communal bonds were essential for overcoming challenges and building prosperous societies. The image captured in "The large annual caravans heading north" (1903) reminds us that community spirit transcends borders. As these caravans journey through Gourara, Algeria, they exemplify cooperation and solidarity among diverse groups bound by shared goals. "The Delhi Durbar" (1903) immortalizes a momentous gathering where different communities unite under one common purpose – celebrating India's rich heritage and cultural diversity. This event serves as a testament to the strength found within collective harmony. Moving forward to Alsace in 1911, we witness the Festival of Grape Harvest depicted in vibrant colors. This joyous occasion brings locals together as they celebrate abundance while fostering deep connections rooted in communal traditions. As fires blaze on Midsummers Day (1912), communities gather around bonfires symbolizing renewal and hope amidst darkness. Together they embrace ancient rituals that strengthen bonds across generations while igniting a sense of belonging within all who participate. "Palm Sunday during Holy Week" (1891) captures Parisians coming together despite religious differences, showcasing the power to bridge divides and foster understanding.