Inconvenience Collection

The inconvenience of Kabriolets. A lady's dress gets caught up in her carriage whilst she dismounts
1000874 The inconvenience of Kabriolets. A lady's dress gets caught up in her carriage whilst she dismounts. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs

Inconvenient Partners in Waltzing, 1817/19. Creator: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
Inconvenient Partners in Waltzing, 1817/19

Les Graces, Inconveniences in Quadrille Dancing, 1817 (etching
4969080 Les Graces, Inconveniences in Quadrille Dancing, 1817 (etching, hand-coloured on wove paper) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); 20.7x31 cm; New York Public Library

One Too Many (engraving)
1591908 One Too Many (engraving) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: One Too Many. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 September 1891)

English tourists watch fishermen opening pearl oysters
English tourists watch Scottish fishermen opening pearl oysters on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Doctor Prosody fishing for pearls in the Isle of Sky

The problem with Capote bonnets: two womens deep-brimmed bonnets collide as they greet each other, while fashionable men watch

Paris in darkness (colour litho)
2779281 Paris in darkness (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris in darkness. The night of the electricians strike. Paris dans les tenebres)

His Favourite Spot (engraving)
1591773 His Favourite Spot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: His Favourite Spot. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 August 1891)

A Summer Idyl (engraving)
1591797 A Summer Idyl (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-1896) (attr. to); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Summer Idyl. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 August 1891)

Stag Hunting in Normandy (colour litho)
1048316 Stag Hunting in Normandy (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stag Hunting in Normandy)

Les Graces, Inconveniences in Quadrille Dancing, 1817 (etching
4969081 Les Graces, Inconveniences in Quadrille Dancing, 1817 (etching, hand-coloured on wove paper) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); 25x35 cm; New York Public Library

Captain Powells Patent Sectional Transferable Railway Carriages, to remedy the Inconvenience of "Break of
1101976 Captain Powells Patent Sectional Transferable Railway Carriages, to remedy the Inconvenience of " Break of Gauge" (engraving) by English School

WIG FALLS OFF OUT RIDING
The inconvenience of wearing a wig out riding. Date: circa 1810

Kensington Gardens, a hint to the ladies, 1838. Two young women in the costume of the period are seen from behind as they sit on a wooden bench; their skirts have been dragged up in sitting

Coal strike, USA, 1902. Men and women lining up during the 1902 Coal Strike for their allotment of coal. The strike, by the United Mine Worker of America union

Inconvenience of a Crowded Drawing Room, 1818. Artist: George Cruikshank
Inconvenience of a Crowded Drawing Room, 1818

Break of Gauge at Gloucester, Gloucestershire, 6th June 1846. Artist: WJ Linton
Break of Gauge at Gloucester, Gloucestershire, 6th June 1846. Plate taken from the Illustrated London News (6 June 1846) showing passengers

The Inconvenience Of Kabriolets. A Ladys Dress Gets Caught Up In Her Carriage Whilst She Dismounts. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

Mature man holding torn umbrella in rain

Dickenss Hard Times - The Old Woman Again
Vintage engraving of a scence from Charles Dickenss Hard Times. Heaven Help Us Aw In This World!. Harry French

Cartoon, A March to the Bank, by James Gillray. Showing William Pitt leading a line of soldiers along The Strand, Fleet Street and Cheapside to the Bank of England in Threadneedle Street

Man Trying to Read His Newspaper in a Windy Park
Mandy Pritty, dv1233028

Buffalo - American Bison Yellowstone - Grand Teton National Park
American buffalo or bison grazing on the plains in Grand Teton national park with the mountain range behind. Bison on the prairie below the Grand Teton Range

Aerial view, electricity pylons in a field, Gutov, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany

Man looking under hood of car

Mother and children (3-8) watching father change flat tire (B&W)
Archival image 1950 s

Concentric rings on water
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Pattern of concentric ripples on surface of water. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Breaking up of a meeting of the Social Democrats
Breaking up of a meeting of a meeting of the Social Democrats, Leipzig, 1881. Among the participants were Wilhelm Liebknecht and August Bebel. Engraving

Late Comers at the Christmas Shows by Charles Robinson
A group of late theatre goers cause chaos as they make their way to their seats at the theatre. Date: 1928

Inconvenient Costume / C18
THE INCONVENIENCE OF DRESS A lady ably demonstrates that the constraints of fashion can lead to constraints on the ability to eat ones supper

The A591 road blocked by severe weather and landslides at Thirlmere, Cumbria, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Sand on the road at Redcar in the UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Driving sheep, Tarras, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Crinoline Prevents Kiss
Adolphus is foiled in his attempts to obtain a kiss from his beloved. The new fashion is proving a barrier to matrimony and intimacy between the sexes

Crinoline Trips Adolphus
Adolphus becomes ensnared in the hoops of Kittys crinoline forcing him to keep his distance. The beau of another crinoline wearer is forced to sit on the arm of a bench

Perils of Crinolines No4
A young lady in a cage crinoline is confronted with the folly of the new fashion as she is prevented from negotiating a staggered stile on a country walk

Perils of Crinolines No3
The High Style (Stile): a woman is thankful that no one is looking as she struggles over a country stile in a cage crinoline, thereby exposing her legs

Pros & Cons of Sickbed
The pleasure of lying in bed all day while convalescing is somewhat outweighed by inconvenience of dropping crumbs in the bed. Two little girls ruminate

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"Inconvenience: A Glimpse into the Quirks and Challenges of the Past" Step back in time to 1817, where Les Graces showcases the inconveniences faced during quadrille dancing. The elegance of this art form often clashed with unexpected mishaps. "One Too Many" captures a comical scene as English tourists observe fishermen opening pearl oysters. Inconvenience strikes when their excitement turns into an unintended mess. "The problem with Capote bonnets" reveals that even fashion had its share of inconveniences. These stylish headpieces may have caused more trouble than anticipated, leaving wearers struggling to maintain their poise. In "Paris in darkness, " a color lithograph depicts the inconvenience brought by power outages. The city's charm is momentarily dimmed, reminding us that modern conveniences were not always readily available. Amidst these inconveniences, "His Favorite Spot" portrays a serene moment amidst chaos. Sometimes finding solace in one's favorite place can alleviate life's little troubles. "A Summer Idyl" engraving transports us to peaceful countryside bliss but reminds us that even idyllic settings are not immune to minor annoyances or disruptions. The thrill of "Stag Hunting in Normandy" brings adventure but also highlights potential challenges faced during such pursuits. Nature has its way of adding inconvenience to exhilaration. Captain Powell's patent sectional transferable railway carriages aimed at remedying the inconvenience of "Break of Gauge. " This engraving demonstrates how innovation sought solutions for travel-related hassles centuries ago. "WIG FALLS OFF OUT RIDING. " humorously captures an embarrassing moment while riding horses—a reminder that even outdoor activities could bring unforeseen discomforts and awkwardnesses. Lastly, Kensington Gardens offers a hint to ladies on navigating societal expectations from 1838 onwards—an era where women were expected to adhere strictly to etiquette despite any personal inconveniences they might face.