Escape Attempt Collection

The Count of Monte Christo, ca 1850-60 (illustration)
7422840 The Count of Monte Christo, ca 1850-60 (illustration); (add.info.: Literature. The Count of Monte Christo, novel by Alexandre Dumas (1844)

A Dutch ship in chase of an English ship, 1673 (graphite, grey wash)
7342102 A Dutch ship in chase of an English ship, 1673 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 28.2x44.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

HMS 'Mediator' chasing the 'Menagere', 1783 (aquatint, etching)
7342169 HMS 'Mediator' chasing the 'Menagere', 1783 (aquatint, etching) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 42x56.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Rajput Ceremony of Jauhar (Holocaust), 1567 (litho)
8660977 The Rajput Ceremony of Jauhar (Holocaust), 1567 (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rajput Ceremony of Jauhar (Holocaust), 1567

Runaway, Saddle-bags, Safety-lamp, Safety-valve, Sand-piper, School-teacher, Scorpion, Screw-driver, Sea-lion
8650106 Runaway, Saddle-bags, Safety-lamp, Safety-valve, Sand-piper, School-teacher, Scorpion, Screw-driver, Sea-lion, Serenade, Sheep-shearing, Shoemaker (engraving) by German School

French soldiers received in Switzerland, Franco-Prussian War, 1871 (engraving)
8673044 French soldiers received in Switzerland, Franco-Prussian War, 1871 (engraving) by Bachelin, Auguste (1830-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Flight into Egypt, c.1544-45 (oil on canvas)
8682932 The Flight into Egypt, c.1544-45 (oil on canvas) by Bassano, Jacopo (Jacopo da Ponte) (1510-92); 154 x 228.6 cm; Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena, CA, USA; (add.info.: By Jacopo Bassano).

A Somali camel raid (colour litho)
8672618 A Somali camel raid (colour litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Somali camel raid)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220676 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

History. French Revolution. Flight to Varennes: the mob get in grocer's house Sauce (Varennes)
3434674 History. French Revolution. Flight to Varennes: the mob get in grocer's house Sauce (Varennes) and find the king Louis XVI and his family, June, 22, 1791

Aeneas with Anchises and Ascanio, 1726, statue by Francesco Baratta (1600-1666), Pi..., 2023 (photo)
8858670 Aeneas with Anchises and Ascanio, 1726, statue by Francesco Baratta (1600-1666), Pi..., 2023 (photo) by Baratta, Francesco (c.1590-1666); (add.info.: Aeneas with Anchises and Ascanio, 1726)

Grisou in a coal mine - chromo., deb. 20th century
LSE4093802 Grisou in a coal mine - chromo., deb. 20th century; Private Collection; (add.info.: Grisou in a coal mine - chromo., deb. 20th century); Photo © Leonard de Selva.

Pompey's escape from the Battle of Pharsalus, 48BC
7177204 Pompey's escape from the Battle of Pharsalus, 48BC.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompey's escape from the Battle of Pharsalus, 48BC)

The Blunderer, or, The Mishaps, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833494 The Blunderer, or, The Mishaps, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Blunderer, or, The Mishaps)

French revolution, Mob looping a Castle, c.1792-1793 (medaillion)
8698455 French revolution, Mob looping a Castle, c.1792-1793 (medaillion); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: History. French Revolution. Mob looping a Castle)

Repulse of Linois by the China Fleet... Ships in the Fleet making Sail in pursuit if the retreating Enemy
7342172 Repulse of Linois by the China Fleet... Ships in the Fleet making Sail in pursuit if the retreating Enemy, 15 Feb 1804', 1805 (aquatint, coloured etching) by Dodd

Mary Queen of Scots escape from Loch Leven Castle. (print)
7419986 Mary Queen of Scots escape from Loch Leven Castle. (print); (add.info.: Mary Queen of Scots escape from Loch Leven Castle, May 2, 1568)

Sea Adventure: The last fight of the "Revenge" (colour litho)
8668733 Sea Adventure: The last fight of the "Revenge" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pirate schooner, c.1805 (watercolour)
7341758 Pirate schooner, c.1805 (watercolour) by Eagles, Edward Bamfylde (19th century); 13.8x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Lt)

Charles's escape from Worcester (engraving)
8636216 Charles's escape from Worcester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles's escape from Worcester)

The Only Way Out (litho)
8673353 The Only Way Out (litho) by Batho, Harold Outram (1888-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Only Way Out. Cartoon on state versus private onership of the mining industry in)

Prehistoric man moving to more hospitable lands at the dawn of the ice age (litho)
8673157 Prehistoric man moving to more hospitable lands at the dawn of the ice age (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Recognition of Esarhaddon as King in Nineveh (litho)
8660892 The Recognition of Esarhaddon as King in Nineveh (litho) by Weatherstone, A.C. (fl.1888-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recognition of Esarhaddon as King in Nineveh)

Escape of Johnson (litho)
8643746 Escape of Johnson (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Escape of Johnson. Illustration for The Smugglers by Charles G Harper (Chapman and Hall)

An enemy bearing down, hope in the distance (engraving)
8642719 An enemy bearing down, hope in the distance (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An enemy bearing down, hope in the distance)

Old Testament: The Escape of the Spies (colour litho)
8658740 Old Testament: The Escape of the Spies (colour litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Escape of the Spies)

Son of Niobe fleeing
7287231 Son of Niobe fleeing; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Son of Niobe fleeing. First half of the second century AD)

Aeneas with Anchises and Ascanio, 1726, statue by Francesco Baratta (1600-1666), Pi..., 2023 (photo)
8858671 Aeneas with Anchises and Ascanio, 1726, statue by Francesco Baratta (1600-1666), Pi..., 2023 (photo) by Baratta, Francesco (c.1590-1666); (add.info.: Aeneas with Anchises and Ascanio, 1726)

The Fable and the Truth, 19th century (illustration)
8822190 The Fable and the Truth, 19th century (illustration) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

A smuggler chased by a brig, 19th century (oil on canvas)
7337764 A smuggler chased by a brig, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Buttersworth, Thomas (1768-1842); 30.5x40.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Lot and his daughters fleeing from Sodom (engraving)
6867215 Lot and his daughters fleeing from Sodom (engraving); (add.info.: Lot's departure from Sodom. Sent from the city of Sodom by angels before its destruction)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220212 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

Bull escapes from a Bullring during bullfight in Paris, 1899
3480872 Bull escapes from a Bullring during bullfight in Paris, 1899; (add.info.: Bull escapes from a Bullring during bullfight in Paris, France, 1899.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Aristomenes escaping from the pit (engraving)
8635003 Aristomenes escaping from the pit (engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aristomenes escaping from the pit into which he had been thrown by)

Odysseus in the whirlpool of Charybdis (engraving)
8634991 Odysseus in the whirlpool of Charybdis (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Odysseus in the whirlpool of Charybdis. Illustration from Hellas)

Jamrach is Coming (engraving)
8672782 Jamrach is Coming (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jamrach is Coming)

Leonidas and the "Three Hundred" at Thermopylae (litho)
8660803 Leonidas and the "Three Hundred" at Thermopylae (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonidas and the "Three Hundred" at Thermopylae)

Margaret of Anjou's Meeting with a Hexham Robber, 1464 (litho)
8661393 Margaret of Anjou's Meeting with a Hexham Robber, 1464 (litho) by Symons, William Christian (1845-1911); Private Collection; (add.info)

Escape of Ariovistus from the Carnage of Roman Cavalry (engraving)
8658559 Escape of Ariovistus from the Carnage of Roman Cavalry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Escape of Ariovistus from the Carnage of Roman Cavalry)

A smuggling lugger chased by a naval brig, c.1825 (oil on canvas)
7337763 A smuggling lugger chased by a naval brig, c.1825 (oil on canvas) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 50.5x65.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A Battle in a Cemetery - Cover of "The Eye of the Police", 1912 (engraving)
ICA4950310 A Battle in a Cemetery - Cover of "The Eye of the Police", 1912 (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © Caricadoc.

The Lent in the Middle Age, c.1910 (print)
7293360 The Lent in the Middle Age, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. Salt herring eating during the Lent in the Middle Age, France)

V: a rider who thinks he is fleeing death and who carries it in hips (Velox eques) - The Alphabet of Death
DUV4221970 V: a rider who thinks he is fleeing death and who carries it in hips (Velox eques) - The Alphabet of Death, c.1856 (engraving); 8x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing by H)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220174 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

The Old Bear who Lived in a House of Sugar (chromolitho)
8664001 The Old Bear who Lived in a House of Sugar (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Bear who Lived in a House of Sugar)

The amazing ride of John Waters, 1811 (litho)
8673175 The amazing ride of John Waters, 1811 (litho) by Walton, John de (fl.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The amazing ride of John Waters, 1811. Waters surprises the rider on the horse)

Balkan Wars: Flight of Turkish peasants towards Constantinople, 1912 (print)
527259 Balkan Wars: Flight of Turkish peasants towards Constantinople, 1912 (print); (add.info.: From Le Petit Journal, Paris, 24 November 1912.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

I am somewhat worried (colour litho)
8656661 I am somewhat worried (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "I am somewhat worried." Dog tearing at a man's clothes)

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"Escape Attempt: A Journey Through Art and History" In the depths of time, a woodcut from 1549 tells the tale of "The Submersion of Pharaoh's Army in the Red Sea. " The ancient story unfolds as Pharaoh's army finds itself trapped between towering walls of water, their escape attempt thwarted by divine intervention. This captivating image captures the desperation and awe-inspiring power that unfolded centuries ago. Fast forward to the early 19th century, where a lady seeks shelter on a terrace from torrential rains. In this delicate gouache painting with gold accents, we witness her longing for an escape from nature's fury. The artist skillfully portrays her vulnerability amidst turbulent skies, reminding us that even in our own lives, seeking refuge is sometimes necessary. Centuries later, Battistello takes us on another journey through his oil-on-canvas masterpiece titled "Flight into Egypt. " Here we witness Mary and Joseph fleeing with baby Jesus to escape Herod's wrath. Their determination to protect their child resonates deeply as they navigate treacherous landscapes in search of safety—a timeless reminder of parental love and sacrifice. Finally, we encounter "The Ash Lad and the Troll, " an enchanting oil-on-canvas artwork from 1900. This Norwegian folk tale depicts a young hero attempting to outsmart a fearsome troll who guards hidden treasures deep within mountains. With wit and cunning as his weapons, he embarks on an audacious escape plan—an allegory for bravery against all odds. These diverse artworks spanning centuries remind us that throughout history, humans have sought liberation—whether it be escaping physical danger or overcoming personal challenges. They invite us to reflect upon our own quests for freedom and inspire us to find strength within ourselves when faced with adversity. As we immerse ourselves in these artistic narratives filled with courage and resilience, let them serve as reminders that no matter how daunting our circumstances may seem at times, the human spirit is capable of extraordinary escape attempts.