Demands Collection

The Six Points of the Peoples Charter (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF105421 The Six Points of the Peoples Charter (litho) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Life Is Just One Damned Thing After Another (colour litho)
3093963 Life Is Just One Damned Thing After Another (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life Is Just One Damned Thing After Another)

Landlord Rent / Slums / C19
The Rent - or out you go! Landlord demands dues from woman and children for slum accomodation

President McKinley riding on the back of a large tortoise, 1897
1576776 President McKinley riding on the back of a large tortoise, 1897; (add.info.: Unpleasant plight of the "advance agent of prosperity"' President McKinley riding on the back of a)

Satirical view of Trade Unions and their demands from tailors and bricklayers to police and clergy. Lithograph 1830s
527860 Satirical view of Trade Unions and their demands from tailors and bricklayers to police and clergy. Lithograph 1830s. ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Workers' Demonstration, Paris, c.1900 (b/w photo)
5322629 Workers' Demonstration, Paris, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Workers' demonstration, Paris, circa 1900. After a contemporary photograph.).

Sir Anthony Eden on his way to lunch with the Queen - Eden has shortly prior to this issued his ultimatum to Israel and Egypt to withdraw their forces after Israel had invaded Egypt

WW2 Christmas Card, Put Out That Light!
A comical WW2 Christmas greetings card, the illustration depicts a scene in which an Air Raid Precautions warden demands that Sanda Claus puts out his light. Date: circa 1940s

Spanish Civil War 10 Demands Of Youth Presented
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POLYXENA SACRIFICED
Priam's daughter was loved by Achilles, though an enemy : after his death, Troy fallen, his ghost demands that she be sacrificed so that he may have her in death if not in life

DAVID AND ABIGAIL
When David demands protection money, Nabal refuses : the angry David is appeased by Nabal's wife Abigail, but Nabal dies of despair, and David takes Abigail as wife

As the magazine itself describes it: "The smile on the face of a tiger would warn off the least wary but the smile
As the magazine itself describes it: " The smile on the face of a tiger would warn off the least wary but the smile on the face of a chorister is plainly to be trusted

The barons submitting their demands to Henry AD 1258 (litho)
956276 The barons submitting their demands to Henry AD 1258 (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Housing conditions of poor labouring family, partly caused by high rents
531835 Housing conditions of poor labouring family, partly caused by high rents. Landlords were making up to 50% on their investements in already condemned properties

Harolds Captivity Announced to William of Normandy, who is informed that Guy of Ponthieu Demands Ransom for him
LLM456959 Harolds Captivity Announced to William of Normandy, who is informed that Guy of Ponthieu Demands Ransom for him by Maclise

The Austro-Hungarian crisis (colour litho)
2795989 The Austro-Hungarian crisis (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Austro-Hungarian crisis)

The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela, the Blockading Fleets (litho)
1601349 The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela, the Blockading Fleets (litho) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anglo-German Ultimatum to Venezuela)

The shadow of a coming event, a Japanese artists picture of Japans invasion of Korea in 1592 (litho)
6005018 The shadow of a coming event, a Japanese artists picture of Japans invasion of Korea in 1592 (litho) by English School

The Rioters demanding money from Hutton (engraving)
2813229 The Rioters demanding money from Hutton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rioters demanding money from Hutton)

Spanish Consul demands Reparations for Insult
At Tampico, the Spanish consul demands reparations for insults against the Spanish nationality. A huge crowd of people are gathered outside a large building flying the Mexican flag

Columbus demanding Hospitality at La Rabida Monastery
Christopher Columbus demanding Hospitality at the door of La Rabida Monastery. Columbus stands at the door to the monastery with his son, demanding hospitality from the three monks at the entrance

The Meeting of the Unions on Newhall Hill, Birmingham, 16th May 1832 (oil on canvas)
BIR2103 The Meeting of the Unions on Newhall Hill, Birmingham, 16th May 1832 (oil on canvas) by Haydon, Benjamin Robert (1786-1846); 71.1x91.7 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

The Insurrection of Women (engraving)
3634786 The Insurrection of Women (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Insurrection of Women. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1888)

"Facon De Parler!"(engraving)
2777087 " Facon De Parler!" (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Facon De Parler!" Cartoon, 22 June 1878)

Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic (coloured engraving)
2818053 Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic)

Presentation of the Allied Peace Conditions to the German Delegates on May 7th 1919 at
CHT293204 Presentation of the Allied Peace Conditions to the German Delegates on May 7th 1919 at Versailles, front cover of Le Petit Journal, 25th May 1919 (colour litho) by French School

Henry receives news of Johns treachery AD 1189 (litho)
956253 Henry receives news of Johns treachery AD 1189 (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Caledon Hot Mineral Baths and Sanatorium (b / w photo)
3092355 The Caledon Hot Mineral Baths and Sanatorium (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Caledon Hot Mineral Baths and Sanatorium)

Are we Becoming a Nation of Mendicants?, the Vision of a Victim of the Begging Epidemic (engraving)
3627800 Are we Becoming a Nation of Mendicants?, the Vision of a Victim of the Begging Epidemic (engraving) by English School

The Emperor Go-Uda, in whose reign the Mongol Armada was destroyed (litho)
6005012 The Emperor Go-Uda, in whose reign the Mongol Armada was destroyed (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emperor Go-Uda)

Venus Demandant a Vulcain des armes pour Enee (engraving)
5227414 Venus Demandant a Vulcain des armes pour Enee (engraving) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Venus Demandant a Vulcain des armes pour Enee)

Tilly demands the Surrender of Magdeburg (engraving)
971184 Tilly demands the Surrender of Magdeburg (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tilly demands the Surrender of Magdeburg)

The Man-Eating Tiger of Junglepoor (engraving)
1061391 The Man-Eating Tiger of Junglepoor (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Man-Eating Tiger of Junglepoor)

NAILING WOMANS TONGUE
The best way to silence a suffragette or any woman who demands her rights! Date: 1913

Landlord Demands Rent
The Rent - or out you go! Landlord demands dues from woman and children for slum accommodation Date: circa 1880

Blücher surrenders near Ratkau, 7 November 1806, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Blucher surrenders near Ratkau, 7 November 1806, (1936). Kapitulation Bluchers Bei Ratkau, 7 November 1806. After the Battle of Lubeck

Old meat works, illustration by William Heath Robinson
Curious plant in an old meat works, for converting old mutton into spring lamb to meet the seasons demands, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C

WW1 - Cartoon - The Austrian Ultimatum
WW1 - The Austro-Hungarian empire personified as birds of prey, deliver their ultimatum and demands to the Serbian s. With their demands not met

Workers demonstration, Paris, circa 1900. After a contemporary photograph

Judgment Solomon Solomon sits throne orders soldiers
Judgment of Solomon, Solomon sits on his throne and orders one of his soldiers to cut the disputed child in two. One of the mothers begs for mercy and proves that she is the real mother

Recruits, 1780.Engraving by Watson and Dickinson after W H Bunbury, 1780.This caricature was published during the American War of Independence (1775-1783)

The Epicure who detected a Minnow by H. M. Bateman
The Epicure Who Detected a Minnow in the Whitebait by H. M. Batemen. An arrogant diner, irate to discover a minnow amongst his plate of whitebait, demands the ma e d rectifies the situation

Handheld police signal, labelled Halt, Polizei, german for Stop! Police

A Political Salome
Salome - representing the womens rights activists - demands the head of Asquith, their fiercest opponent

Pact with the Devil
The Devil demands a pact from newcomers to the Sabbat

Punic War: Cato
PUNIC WARS Cato throws fresh figs on Senate table, to show that Carthage is still a threat to Roman sovereignty; he demands its destruction

Air Wonder Stories scfi magazine cover, Drying up a lake
THE THUNDERER (A H Johnson) The Thunderer (a typical mad scientist) dries up a lake to demonstrate what he can do if his demands are not met

German Post Office
A rather formidable looking well-to-do lady demands service at a German post office. The manager looks displeased and his assistant wisely keeps his head down. Date: circa 1900

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"Demands: A Historical Journey through Struggles and Aspirations" The Six Points of the People's Charter (litho): Unveiling the demands that ignited a movement for political reform, this lithograph symbolizes the fight for universal suffrage, equal representation, and social justice. Life Is Just One Damned Thing After Another (colour litho): Reflecting the frustrations of everyday life, this vibrant lithograph captures the relentless pursuit for better conditions and opportunities amidst adversity. Landlord Rent / Slums / C19: Exposing the harsh realities faced by many in the 19th century, this image highlights demands to address exploitative landlords, improve housing conditions, and eradicate slums. WW2 Christmas Card - Put Out That Light. : Amidst wartime struggles, this poignant card reminds us for peace and safety during World War II while emphasizing unity against darkness. Spanish Civil War 10 Demands Of Youth Presented: In an era marked by conflict and ideological division, these ten demands presented by youth activists embody their aspirations for freedom, equality, and social progress. POLYXENA SACRIFICED & DAVID AND ABIGAIL: These ancient tales serve as reminders that even in antiquity people demanded justice and fairness in their lives – demanding an end to sacrifice or seeking retribution when wronged. WW1 - Cartoon - The Austrian Ultimatum: This satirical cartoon depicts one of history's pivotal moments when nations were forced to respond to ultimatums; it illustrates how leaders' decisions can shape public demands for peace or war. Sir Anthony Eden on his way to lunch with Queen - Eden has shortly prior to this: Capturing a momentous occasion between political figures during uncertain times reveals how personal interactions can influence national demands for stability or change. Recruits, 1780.