Heaped Collection

South Africa - a toddler looks down guiltily at broken eggs
South Africa - a toddler looks down guiltily at some broken eggs, spilled out from their laden basket. Date: circa 1930s

Brat Colbran & Co Heaped Fire Advertisement
An advertisement for Brat Colbran and Co and the Heaped Fire Company Ltd. promoting their fireplace product. Date: circa 1920s

Miless cart on market-day heaped with cabbages (engraving)
2813199 Miless cart on market-day heaped with cabbages (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miless cart on market-day heaped with cabbages)

They heaped a great fire on the pier (engraving)
6002754 They heaped a great fire on the pier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: They heaped a great fire on the pier)

Close up of a giant haystack in a Radley corn field just after harvesting

Pile of coal. Coal is a type of fossil fuel. When it is burned it releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which contributes to global warming

Football at the Wall at Eton (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF271001 " Football at the Wall" at Eton (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Cuminum cyminum, black Cumin seeds spilling from small heaped ceramic bowl onto saucer

Eugene Scribe
EUGENE SCRIBE Popular French author depicted with his earnings heaped around his writing-desk

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In South Africa, a toddler stood guiltily over broken eggs, their face filled with remorse. Brat Colbran & Co's heaped fire advertisement caught the attention of passersby, enticing them with warmth and comfort. Miles's cart on market-day was piled high with cabbages, showcasing the abundance of fresh produce available. The pier came alive as people heaped a great fire, creating a cozy atmosphere for all to enjoy. However, not all scenes were pleasant; an engraving depicted the terrible disaster at Sunderland in 1883, where chaos and devastation reigned supreme. Amidst the turmoil of war, Christmas brought hope and joy to soldiers fighting for their country during World War II. A litho page from Army and Navy Stores Catalogue in 1939-40 showcased various items that could bring cheer during such challenging times. A WW2 poster urged citizens to save fuel for battle, emphasizing the importance of conserving resources. A pile of coal served as a reminder of the energy needed to keep homes warm during harsh winters. In Eton College's football match against "the Wall, " players displayed determination as they battled it out on the field. Returning to Sunderland's tragic incident in 1883: an exterior view captured Victoria Hall before tragedy struck its doors. Lastly, black Cumin seeds spilled from a small ceramic bowl onto a saucer—a visual representation of Cuminum cyminum—adding flavor and depth to culinary delights. These diverse images depict moments both joyful and sorrowful—reminders that life is often heaped with contrasting experiences that shape our journey through time.