Insults Collection

Cartoon impression of the Russo-Japanese War 1 of 5
Card 1 of 5 - Preliminaries. A cartoon interpretation of the Russo-Japanese war, acted out by the principal ruling individuals from the International Community

Is it yours? (colour litho)
8656795 Is it yours? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Is it yours?" Child's dummy with a yellow bow)

Children and their mothers involved in a fight at the police station. Lithography, 19th century
5943078 Children and their mothers involved in a fight at the police station. Lithography, 19th century; (add.info.: Drawing (caricature)

The crane. This ugly bird has a resemblance to you (colour litho)
8656820 The crane. This ugly bird has a resemblance to you (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crane. This ugly bird has a resemblance to you)

Woman poking her tongue out (coloured photo)
8635556 Woman poking her tongue out (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman poking her tongue out)

Different human facial expressions. (print)
7419955 Different human facial expressions. (print) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845) (after); (add.info.: The Grimaces. Different human facial expressions: surprise, sadness, anger etc)

Hungary - A Road hog makes insulting gesture to donkey rider
Comic Postcard - Road Rage - Hungary - A Road hog makes an insulting gesture to a donkey rider who seemingly did not get out of the way fast enough! Date: circa 1917

Un Duel Parlementaire
A series of drawings of a parliamentary duel between two gentlemen exchanging mild insults and raising fists. Date: circa 1901

The Foul-Mouthed Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308443 The Foul-Mouthed Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

A goose insults a pet mandrill in a walled garden. 1811 (etching)
7235874 A goose insults a pet mandrill in a walled garden. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A goose insults a pet mandrill chained to a block in a walled garden)

Shrimp Sauce to a Lobster (engraving)
7164358 Shrimp Sauce to a Lobster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shrimp Sauce to a Lobster)

Episodes from the story of King Charles VII of France and Joan of Arc (chromolitho)
7185105 Episodes from the story of King Charles VII of France and Joan of Arc (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Insults offered to Prisoners, an episode in 1211 during the Albigensian
694818 The Insults offered to Prisoners, an episode in 1211 during the Albigensian Crusade (engraving) by Maignan, Albert Pierre Rene(1845-1908) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Joan of Arc (colour litho)
668255 Joan of Arc (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Jeanne d Arc (Joan of Arc) by Theodore Cahu (Jouvet, c 1890).); © Look and Learn

Spanish Consul demands Reparations for Insult
At Tampico, the Spanish consul demands reparations for insults against the Spanish nationality. A huge crowd of people are gathered outside a large building flying the Mexican flag

Dog watching two boys arguing about the faults of their fathers (colour litho)
5996045 Dog watching two boys arguing about the faults of their fathers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The English Plenipotentiaries insulted in the streets of Utrecht AD 1712
1192420 The English Plenipotentiaries insulted in the streets of Utrecht AD 1712 by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

The election campaign. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796397 The election campaign. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Dufour, Emilien Leon Jean (fl.c.1911); Private Collection; (add.info.: The election campaign)

Catalan Commission giving the King Alphonse XII the Memorial of Insults to Catalonia. March 17, 1885

Contemptuous Insults Francisco Jose de Goya
Contemptuous of the Insults; Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes (Francisco de Goya) (Spanish, 1746 - 1828); about 1816 - 1820; Brush and india ink; 29.5 x 18.3 cm (11 5, 8 x 7 3, 16 in.);

The Mocking of Christ, from the Altarpiece of the Passion, 1517-20 (tempera on panel)
XIR234536 The Mocking of Christ, from the Altarpiece of the Passion, 1517-20 (tempera on panel) by Ronzen, Antonio (fl.1500-25); Basilica of Mary Magdalene, St

Contemptuous of the Insults; Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes (Francisco de Goya), Spanish, 1746 - 1828; about 1816 - 1820; Brush and india ink; 29.5 x 18.3 cm (11 5/8 x 7 3/16 in.)

Countryfolk Insult
" Ow much for the Moke (Donkey) Billie? " I didn t know as yer Muvver could afford to keep two of yer!" Date: 1899

Horse Trainer standing up for his principles
Owner - " I heard as how you ve been fighting with Bob Smith?" " Yus. He said my sister was cross-eyed." " But you haven t got a sister?" " I know that

Different approaches to personal slights
" You Engleeshe you do not fight ze duel. Vat d you do ven you air insult?" " Oh, we write to the newspaper." Date: 1895

Cartoon - Two lads having a joke about their Fathers
Two young lads trade insults, each one trying to belittle each others Father. " Your Father couldn t pass the Doctor!" " Garn, yours can t pass a pub." Date: circa 1915

Irish Nationalist Mocked
An Irish nationalist writer mocked as Mr G-O Rilla of the Young Ireland Party exulting over insults to England; Shouldn t he be extinguished at once? asks Punch

THE INSULT
A gentleman deliberately insults another : among gentlemen, this is of course the prelude to a duel

English / French Nationals
An Englishman attacks a French boy who insults him in the street

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"Insults: A Historical Journey through Art and Politics" Step into the world as we explore various captivating artworks that depict moments of verbal offense, mockery, and disrespect. From political duels to animal encounters, these images offer a glimpse into the complex nature of human communication throughout history. In "Cartoon impression of the Russo-Japanese War 1 of 5, " witness how they were used as weapons during conflicts, where words became ammunition in battles fought on paper. Similarly, "Un Duel Parlementaire" showcases how even within parliamentary settings, insults could fly between opponents with fiery intensity. Delve into social dynamics with "Hungary - A Road hog makes insulting gesture to donkey rider. " This humorous portrayal highlights the universal experience of encountering rude gestures from fellow travelers. Meanwhile, "The Foul-Mouthed Fool" reminds us that offensive language has long been present in society since its creation. Animals too have their share in this intriguing narrative. Observe an unlikely encounter between a goose and a pet mandrill in "A goose insults a pet mandrill in a walled garden. " Here we see that even creatures can engage in acts deemed disrespectful or provocative. Moving forward, discover societal hierarchies depicted through culinary metaphors with "Shrimp Sauce to a Lobster. " This engraving suggests that class distinctions often led to exchanges filled with disdain and condescension. Exploring historical events such as Joan of Arc's story provides insight into the power dynamics at play during her time. In both "Episodes from the story of King Charles VII of France and Joan of Arc" and "Joan of Arc, " witness how they were employed by those threatened by her influence or seeking retribution for perceived slights. Beyond individuals' interactions lie international disputes captured visually. Witness diplomatic tensions unfold when Spain demands reparations for an insult in “Spanish Consul demands Reparations for Insult.