Morality Collection (page 4)

The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving)
498846 The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Nathaniel Hawthorne, ca. 1860-1865. Creator: Unknown
Nathaniel Hawthorne, ca. 1860-1865

Morality and Vice, (pencil and oil on panel)
658348 Morality and Vice, (pencil and oil on panel) by Hampel, Walter Sigmund (1868-1949); 40x34 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Morality and Vice. Sigmund Walter Hampel (1868-1949)

The Rat who retired from the world (drawing, circa 1870)
5975830 The Rat who retired from the world (drawing, circa 1870) by Bachereau-Reverchon, Victor (1842-1885); Private Collection; (add.info.: Litterature)

Its wise being good than bad, illustration from Rabbi Ben Ezra by Robert Browning (colour litho)
IL370470 Its wise being good than bad, illustration from Rabbi Ben Ezra by Robert Browning (colour litho) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration from Julie or the New Heloise, c. 1852 (colour litho)
955429 Illustration from Julie or the New Heloise, c.1852 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Julie, or the New Heloise (French: Julie)

A white lie, 1918 (oil on canvas)
OVR390536 A white lie, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Krohg, Christian (1852-1925); 102x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ebbe Roede; ); Photo © O. Vaering

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Five Morality Tales from the Avadana Kalpalata Jataka, late 18th century

Study for Vignette in Jean Francois Marmontels "Contes Moraux", c. 1765
Study for Vignette in Jean Francois Marmontels " Contes Moraux", c. 1765

Bird and snake, 1570. Creator: Giovanni Maria Verdizotti
Bird and snake, 1570. From Cento Favole Morali (100 moral fables)

Christ and the woman taken in adultery, 1750-57. Creator: Giuseppe Camerata
Christ and the woman taken in adultery, 1750-57. Formerly attributed as being after Bartolomeo Biscaino

Family temperance pledge for Luther Miller Pulce and Irene Jenkins, October 30, 1902
Temperance pledge for Luther Miller Pulce and Irene Jenkins of Centerville, Tennessee. A temperance or abstinence pledge is a commitment to practice abstinence, usually from alcohol

The Butcher and the Sheep from The Pilgrims Progress From This World
5615844 The Butcher and the Sheep from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) illustration by William Strang (1859-1921)

Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (copper plate engraving)
BAL168975 Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (copper plate engraving) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.6x18.9 cm; Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest

"Tho Doubting Castle be demolished, and the Giant Despair hath lost his
5615795 " Tho Doubting Castle be demolished, and the Giant Despair hath lost his Head" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World

The Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (engraving)
NUL114024 The Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (engraving) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Cabinet des Estampes et des Dessins, Strasbourg, France; (add.info.: The Christian knight)

"The Jury"from The Pilgrims Progress From This World
5615808 " The Jury" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) Illustration by Byam Shaw (1872-1919)

Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (engraving)
XIR159027 Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (engraving) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais, France; (add.info.: The Christian knight)

"Yet it was governed by a woman"from The Pilgrim
5615822 " Yet it was governed by a woman" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) Illustration by Byam Shaw (1872-1919)

Son and daughter of temperance: E. L. Snow, Social Union, 1850 (colour litho)
AQS331982 Son and daughter of temperance: E.L. Snow, Social Union, 1850 (colour litho) by Currier, Nathaniel (1813-88); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; eCourtesy

Frontispiece from The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli, 1540 (litho)
GIA884141 Frontispiece from The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli, 1540 (litho) by Italian School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Painting of Gyan Bazi, Rajasthan (w / c on paper)
1268650 Painting of Gyan Bazi, Rajasthan (w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 56.2x43.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: DIVIDED INTO SQUARES FILLED WITH TEXT AND NUMBERS)

Jain Cosmic diagram, Jambudvpida, Bikaner (w / c on paper)
1268647 Jain Cosmic diagram, Jambudvpida, Bikaner (w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 40.6x40.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

The Misers and Death (engraving)
3646746 The Misers and Death (engraving) by Valckert, Werner Jacobsz van den (1585-1627); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Misers and Death)

The Benefactor (engraving)
3646519 The Benefactor (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Benefactor)

Sloth: one of the seven deadly sins (engraving)
3646408 Sloth: one of the seven deadly sins (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sloth: one of the seven deadly sins)

Beer Street (engraving)
3648042 Beer Street (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beer Street. Illustration for Kulturgeschichtliches Bilderbuch aus drei Jahrhunderten by Georg)

A hawk and a hen from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619857 A hawk and a hen from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio 44a from Ms)

A goose and a reflection of the moon in the water from Lights of Canopus
3619856 A goose and a reflection of the moon in the water from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A tortoise carries a scorpion on its back across a river from Lights of Canopus
3619855 A tortoise carries a scorpion on its back across a river from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A heron, a crab, and a fish from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619851 A heron, a crab, and a fish from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A shoemaker and his unfaithful wife from Lights of Canopus
3619847 A shoemaker and his unfaithful wife from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

A fox and a drum from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619845 A fox and a drum from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio 30a from Ms)

A monkey and a carpenter from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619843 A monkey and a carpenter from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Lion and other animals from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper)
3619839 Lion and other animals from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: Folio from Ms)

Two pigeons, BAuzandah and NavAuzandah from Lights of Canopus
3619835 Two pigeons, Buzandah and Navuzandah from Lights of Canopus, 1847 (ink and pigment on paper) by Persian School, (19th century); 35x21.5 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Gentlemans dark green umbrella, 1790s (cotton, whalebone & ivory)
3742209 Gentlemans dark green umbrella, 1790s (cotton, whalebone & ivory) by English School, (18th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info)

Punch cartoon: A Shrewd Asnwer - Victorian Sunday school scene (engraving)
6034773 Punch cartoon: A Shrewd Asnwer - Victorian Sunday school scene (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

The exploits of Coquibus (coloured engraving)
5998912 The exploits of Coquibus (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The exploits of Coquibus)

Cousin Peter and Cousin Paul (coloured engraving)
5998878 Cousin Peter and Cousin Paul (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cousin Peter and Cousin Paul)

"Mercy swoons before the Gate"from The Pilgrim
5615842 " Mercy swoons before the Gate" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) illustration by William Strang (1859-1921)

"Christian loses his burden"from The Pilgrim
5615837 " Christian loses his burden" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) illustration by William Strang (1859-1921)

Atheist laughing at Christian and Hopeful from The Pilgrim
5615832 Atheist laughing at Christian and Hopeful from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) illustration by Thomas Dalziel (1823-1906)

"Mr Standfast"from The Pilgrims Progress From This World
5615824 " Mr Standfast" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) Illustration by Byam Shaw (1872-1919)

"Feeble and Ready-To-Halt bring up the rear"from The Pilgrim
5615821 " Feeble and Ready-To-Halt bring up the rear" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) Illustration by Byam Shaw (1872-1919)

"Christian and Hopeful in Doubting Castle"from The Pilgrim
5615811 " Christian and Hopeful in Doubting Castle" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) Illustration by Byam Shaw (1872-1919)

Frontispiece from the Second Part of The Pilgrims Progress From This World
5615793 Frontispiece from the Second Part of The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) showing the author dreaming of Christians family

"Now Faithful play the Man, speak for thy God"from The Pilgrim
5615788 " Now Faithful play the Man, speak for thy God" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688)

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"Exploring the Depths of Morality: From Hogarth's Engravings to Nietzsche's Philosophy" In William Hogarth's "Four Times of the Day - Morning, " we witness a bustling cityscape, where individuals from different walks of life navigate their daily routines. This scene reminds us that morality is not confined to a particular time or place; it permeates every aspect of our existence. As we delve into Victorian society through "Rules to be Observed by a Victorian Family, " we uncover the strict moral code that governed their lives. Upholding virtues such as honesty, modesty, and respectability was paramount for maintaining societal order. "The Ladder of Fortune" illustrates how one's choices can shape their destiny. It serves as a reminder that morality extends beyond personal conduct; it influences our social standing and opportunities in life. Contrasting with these virtuous depictions is the provocative "Strip tease card game - Theatre suit - Conductor. " Here, temptation lures individuals towards immoral behavior, challenging their moral compasses and highlighting the constant battle between virtue and vice. Drawing inspiration from nursery rhymes like "Three Little Pigs, " we learn valuable lessons about consequences and accountability. These tales remind us that morality should guide our actions even when faced with adversity or temptation. Hogarth's powerful engraving "Gin Lane" exposes the devastating effects of alcoholism on society. It serves as a cautionary tale against indulgence in vices that erode moral values and destroy communities. Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel "The Scarlet Letter" delves into themes of sin, guilt, and redemption. Through Hester Prynne's journey, we contemplate the complexities in an unforgiving Puritanical society. In Albrecht Dürer's etching "The Knight, Death and the Devil, " we confront mortality itself.