Informer Collection

The Romans nearly Overpower the Army of Julius Civilis through the Treachery of a Batavian, 1600-1613. Other Title(s): "The Romans under Cerealis Defeat Claudius Civilis

The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot (engraving)
984443 The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot (engraving) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiacs plot)

Sketches at the Parnell Inquiry Commission (engraving)
1595891 Sketches at the Parnell Inquiry Commission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Parnell Inquiry Commission)

Soplones, plate from Los Caprichos, 1799 (etching & aquatint)
3112266 Soplones, plate from Los Caprichos, 1799 (etching & aquatint) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 32x22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Francois Eugene Vidocq, c. 1830-40 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT280103 Francois Eugene Vidocq, c.1830-40 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Coignet, Marie Gabrielle (b.1793); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Parnell Commission (engraving)
1041745 The Parnell Commission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Parnell Commission)

Cartoon, The good trader. A salesman of food and other items offers a French soldier some Camembert cheese for a much lower price if he will say where the 20th Corps is

Stephen Dugdale, Informe
STEPHEN DUGDALE - Informer during the Popish Plot, claiming knowledge of a Catholic conspiracy but providing dubious and inconsistent testimony. Date: 1640 - 1683

Strip tease card game - Prudie suit - Nark. A game which features characters involved in performing (and subsequently prosecuting and defending) a striptease

Strip tease card game - Prudie suit - Informer. A game which features characters involved in performing (and subsequently prosecuting and defending) a striptease

Strip tease card game - Prudie suit - Snoop. A game which features characters involved in performing (and subsequently prosecuting and defending) a striptease

James Lapslie
JAMES LAPSLIE Scottish churchman and informer, reading a book about bees which swarm round his head, standing on the book of Revelation. Date: CIRCA 1793

BOSTON: POLICE WAGON, 1965. Vincent J. Flemmi, a Boston mobster, photographed in a police wagon after giving himself up, 1965

Field Meeting, England
A FIELD MEETING - at a time when only the Church of England is tolerated, an informer spies on sectarians holding a clandestine meeting and summons the authorities

Crime / Jonathan Wild
Informer and receiver of stolen goods

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"Informer: Unveiling the Secrets of History and Betrayal" Delve into the intricate web of espionage, conspiracy, and treachery as we explore the captivating world of informers. From Stephen Dugdale to James Carey, these individuals have left an indelible mark on history with their double lives and hidden agendas. Witness the gripping Trial at Belfast where members of the "Irish Patriotic Brotherhood" faced charges for conspiracy to murder in Crossmaglen, County Armagh. Through a mesmerizing engraving, immerse yourself in the tense courtroom atmosphere that held Ireland's fate in its balance. Journey to Dublin with another striking engraving depicting The Murder League - a clandestine organization shrouded in mystery. Uncover their dark deeds and unravel their sinister motives as you navigate through this intriguing visual narrative. Experience firsthand The Condition of Ireland under the "No Rent" Policy through an evocative engraving. Feel the despair and hardship endured by Irish citizens during this tumultuous period as they fought against oppressive forces threatening their livelihoods. Travel across continents to witness The Ojibway maiden disclosing Pontiac's plot through a mesmerizing engraving. Marvel at her bravery as she unravels a dangerous scheme, showcasing how they can sometimes be unexpected heroes who save lives. Step into Sketches at the Parnell Inquiry Commission captured meticulously in an enchanting engraving. Explore political intrigue and scandal surrounding Charles Stewart Parnell while uncovering secrets that shook Victorian society to its core. Discover Soplones from Los Caprichos - an etching & aquatint masterpiece exposing deceitful characters lurking within society's shadows. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder that informers exist not only in historical accounts but also within our contemporary world. Meet François Eugene Vidocq through his hauntingly detailed 1830-40 engraved portrait; delve into his life as one of the most notorious informers turned detective.