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Familiarity Collection

"Familiarity: A Mixture of Comfort and Contempt" In the realm of the extraordinary, a talking mongoose named Dickys Funeral challenges our understanding of familiarity

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: Talking Mongoose

Talking Mongoose
Voirrey Irving, who claimed familiarity with the mongoose, with her father and investigator R.S Lambert at Cashens Gap, Isle of Man

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: Une trop grande familiarite engendre le mepris (engraving)

Une trop grande familiarite engendre le mepris (engraving)
7191082 Une trop grande familiarite engendre le mepris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une trop grande familiarite engendre le mepris)

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: 101st Afternoon with Penelope (oil on canvas) (see also 393805)

101st Afternoon with Penelope (oil on canvas) (see also 393805)
BAL33547 101st Afternoon with Penelope (oil on canvas) (see also 393805) by Philpot, Glyn Warren (1884-1937); Private Collection; Roy Miles Fine Paintings; English, out of copyright

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: 101st Afternoon with Penelope (oil on canvas) (see also 33547)

101st Afternoon with Penelope (oil on canvas) (see also 33547)
BAL393805 101st Afternoon with Penelope (oil on canvas) (see also 33547) by Philpot, Glyn Warren (1884-1937); Private Collection; Roy Miles Fine Paintings; English, out of copyright

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: NAUGHTY PUSS

NAUGHTY PUSS ! The title of the present picture has evidently caused the pretty little child to dread too much familiarity with Pussy hereafter

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: Officers of Four Nations in London Cafe by Matania, WW1

Officers of Four Nations in London Cafe by Matania, WW1
A London cafe scene during World War I showing French, British, Belgian and Italian soldiers among the crowds. As the war progressed, the familiarity of foreign soldiers around London increased

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: Scream 1895 Lithograph Image 14 1 / 16 x 9 5 / 16

Scream 1895 Lithograph Image 14 1 / 16 x 9 5 / 16
Artokoloro

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: WW2 - Comic Postcard - Evacuee Son returns home

WW2 - Comic Postcard - Evacuee Son returns home
Evacuee Son (who has had a growth spurt!) returns home to a surprised Mother!! Date: circa 1940s

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: Two Golden retrievers in their baskets

Two Golden retrievers in their baskets

Background imageFamiliarity Collection: Reluctant Bather

Reluctant Bather
A girl hesitates on the steps of her bathing machine, dismayed by the appearance of the sea, alarmingly different from the familiarity of the swimming baths !


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"Familiarity: A Mixture of Comfort and Contempt" In the realm of the extraordinary, a talking mongoose named Dickys Funeral challenges our understanding of familiarity. Une trop grande familiarite engendre le mepris, an engraving that echoes this sentiment, reminds us that excessive closeness can breed contempt. Yet, in the 101st Afternoon with Penelope captured on canvas, we witness a different facet of familiarity. The oil painting portrays a scene so intimate that it beckons us to explore its depths further (see also 393805). Similarly, another masterpiece by the same artist (see also 33547) invites us into a world where familiarity is cherished and celebrated. Amidst historical turmoil during World War I, Officers of Four Nations in London Cafe by Matania showcases camaraderie born out of shared experiences. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and uncertainty they can provide solace and unity. But let's not forget about Naughty Puss. This mischievous feline embodies both familiarity and unpredictability - always keeping us on our toes. Just like Solomons Temple standing tall against time's passage or Edvard Munch's Scream capturing the essence of human emotions frozen in lithograph form. On lighter notes from history come Aunt Daisy's tales from yesteryears or heartwarming scenes like WW2 - Comic Postcard - Evacuee Son returns home. These moments remind us how familiar faces bring comfort and joy even in times of adversity. And finally, two golden retrievers nestled cozily in their baskets epitomize unconditional love within familiar surroundings. Their presence radiates warmth and contentment – reminding us that sometimes all we need is simple companionship to find solace amidst life's complexities. Familiarity encompasses both comfort and contempt.