Confound Collection

Notes at Palermo and its Environs (engraving)
1060684 Notes at Palermo and its Environs (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes at Palermo and its Environs)

An Indian Wimbledon (engraving)
1038225 An Indian Wimbledon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Indian Wimbledon, Notes at a Local Meeting of the Bengal Presidency Rifle Association)

An Angling Excursion in Nova Scotia (engraving)
1049721 An Angling Excursion in Nova Scotia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Angling Excursion in Nova Scotia)

Huntsmen and women watch the fox-hounds let out of a pen before a hunt, 19th century. Facey Romford in green coat, and Lucy Somersville sidesaddle on her horse

Humours of Grouse Driving (engraving)
1041541 Humours of Grouse Driving (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humours of Grouse Driving)

Confound the clumsy idiot! (engraving)
5995161 Confound the clumsy idiot! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Confound the clumsy idiot)

The Railway Question, Notes in a Pullman Palace Car on the Midland Railway (engraving)
1053232 The Railway Question, Notes in a Pullman Palace Car on the Midland Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railway Question)

A Shooting Trip on the Shores of the Sea of Marmora (engraving)
1044279 A Shooting Trip on the Shores of the Sea of Marmora (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shooting Trip on the Shores of the Sea of Marmora)

With the China Squadron, the Joys of Golf on Green Island (litho)
1040822 With the China Squadron, the Joys of Golf on Green Island (litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the China Squadron)

With the British Fleet in Japanese Waters (engraving)
1055616 With the British Fleet in Japanese Waters (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the British Fleet in Japanese Waters)

STALE EGGS IN RESTAURANT
Confound it, waiter! How long do you keep eggs? Till theyre ate sor! Date: 1877

Mr Tingle puzzled farmer
An elderly farmer removes his cloth cap and scratches his head in bewilderment as he looks at the camera at a sheep sale in Abergavenny Market, Wales, UK. His name was Mr Tingle Date: circa 1970

PALERMO: 1. A Gendarme; 2. Excellenza, this Village is Suspish
PALERMO: 1. A Gendarme; 2. " Excellenza, this Village is Suspish." " Confound it, how do they know I m English?" ; 3, 5, 7, 8. Types of the Natives; 4. A Holiday Costume; 6

Building Tower of Babel: Bible Genesis 11. God coming down to see tower (v5) and deciding to confound universal language (v6) and scatter people over the earth (v7)

Hunting in the Snow 2 / 2
ONE OF THE WRONG SORT Who goes out with hunters because it is the fashion " Confound the snow is not hunting bad enough without this..."

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"Confound: A Journey through Engravings and Lithos" Embarking on a visual voyage, the engravings of Palermo and its environs transport us to the sun-kissed landscapes of Sicily. The intricate details capture the essence of this vibrant city, leaving us confounded by its beauty. In another realm, an Indian Wimbledon unfolds before our eyes. The clash of racquets and cheers from the crowd confound our senses as we witness a fusion of cultures in this sporting extravaganza. Venturing into Nova Scotia's wilderness, an angling excursion awaits. As fishermen cast their lines into crystal-clear waters, nature's tranquility is momentarily confounded by the thrill of reeling in a prized catch. Amidst rolling hills and autumnal hues, huntsmen and women gather eagerly to witness fox-hounds being let out. The symphony of barks echoes through the countryside, confounding both man and beast with excitement for what lies ahead. The humours of grouse driving come alive in yet another engraving. Amidst laughter and camaraderie, hunters navigate treacherous terrains while trying to outwit their feathered targets – a delightful spectacle that never fails to confound expectations. A Pullman Palace Car on the Midland Railway becomes our temporary abode as we delve into "The Railway Question. " Passengers engage in spirited discussions that often leave them perplexed but eager for answers amidst stunning scenery rushing past their windows. Journeying further eastward brings us to the shores of Marmora Sea for a shooting trip like no other. Gunshots reverberate across vast expanses as seasoned marksmen aim true - an experience that simultaneously thrills and confounds even the most skilled sportsmen among us. Across distant oceans lies Green Island where golf enthusiasts find solace amidst emerald fairways.