Defacing Collection

English tourists defacing an ancient tomb on the isle
English tourists defacing an ancient tomb with hammer and chisel on the isle of Iona, Inner Hebrides, Scotland. Doctor Prosody clears up the antiquities of Iona

Literary Criticism, caricature of literary critics removing passages from books that
CHT189323 Literary Criticism, caricature of literary critics removing passages from books that displease them, c.1830 (colour litho) by Travies de Villiers

Puritans destroying the Eleanor cross in Cheapside, London in 1643. Date: 1643

Demolition of Cheapside Cross, destroyed by Parliamentarians during the Civil War, by which time they had come to be seen as symbols of royal oppression. Date: 2 May 1643

The Vandals in Rome, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World, published c
LLM438564 The Vandals in Rome, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World, published c.1880 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

The Restoration, defacing the Commonwealth Inscriptions (engraving)
973329 The Restoration, defacing the Commonwealth Inscriptions (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Restoration, defacing the Commonwealth Inscriptions)

Demolition of Cheapside Cross, destroyed by Parliamentarians during the Civil War, by which time they had come to be seen as symbols of royal oppression Date: 1643

Nicephorus and iconoclasts, 1066. Artist: Theodore of Caesarea
Nicephorus and iconoclasts, 1066. Manuscript page in Greek, with Pslam 25, verses 4 and 5, showing Nicephorus, Patriarch of Constantinople, and Theodore the Studite with an image of Christ

Carrickkildavnet, Achill Island, Co Mayo, Ireland

The U2 Wall, Windmill Lane, Dublin, Ireland; Graffiti Covered Wall. ÔÇïWindmill Lane Studios is where U2 recorded their early albums as did a host of other musicians

Cartoon, Mrs Weldon painting a bust of Gounod
Cartoon, The gentle Mrs Weldon, putting black paint on a portrait bust of the French composer, Charles Gounod (1818-1893)

Defaced reliefs, Passage of Victory, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, january

Defaced statue of Pharaoh Ramesses II, Karnak Temple Complex, Egypt, january

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"Unraveling History: Tales of Defacing and Destruction" English tourists defacing an ancient tomb on the isle: A shocking act of vandalism that tarnishes the beauty and significance of a sacred relic. Consequences of a Successful French Invasion, or We Explain de Rights of Man to. . : Satirical artwork depicting the aftermath of a conquest, highlighting the cultural clashes and disregard for historical treasures. Literary Criticism, caricature of literary critics removing passages from books that. . : A humorous take on the controversial practice of altering literature, raising questions about censorship and artistic integrity. Puritans destroying the Eleanor cross in Cheapside: An iconoclastic act driven by religious fervor, erasing symbols deemed idolatrous but leaving behind scars on history's canvas. Demolition of Cheapside Cross, destroyed by Parliamentarians during the Civil War: The ravages inflicted upon architectural marvels as political ideologies clash amidst chaos and conflict. The Vandals in Rome, illustration from The Illustrated History of the World (digitally enhanced image): Witnessing ancient Rome's downfall through vandalistic acts serves as a stark reminder that even great civilizations can crumble under destructive forces. The Restoration, defacing the Commonwealth Inscriptions (engraving): Symbolizing shifting powers and changing narratives as one regime replaces another, leaving visible imprints on monuments once revered by different rulers. Nicephorus and iconoclasts, 1066 - Artist: Theodore of Caesarea: Capturing an era when religious zeal led to widespread destruction within Byzantine culture; reminding us how differing beliefs can lead to irreparable damage to heritage sites. Cartoon - Mrs Weldon painting a bust of Gounod: Playfully challenging traditional notions surrounding art creation while hinting at potential controversies arising from unconventional interpretations or modifications made by artists themselves.