Necessities Collection

The Flight
This painting shows a poor family travelling a dirt path. Figures include a father and son, ferociously pulling a cart, which has two women sat inside with travel necessities

March, 1918
A watercolour group portrait painting of a family of travellers, comprising of a mother with her children by her skirts, and an elderly man and woman

Necessaire belonging to Napoleon I (1769-1821) (wood with gold inlay)
XIR180459 Necessaire belonging to Napoleon I (1769-1821) (wood with gold inlay) by Biennais, Martin Guillaume (1764-1843); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French

St George and St Michael (engraving)
1053628 St George and St Michael (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St George and St Michael)

Arrival of the "White Elephant"from Burmah (engraving)
1622353 Arrival of the " White Elephant" from Burmah (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of the " White Elephant" from Burmah)

Picture No. 11676427
Brown Bear standing and scratching its back against a tree Date:

Workers for the Red Cross, WW1
Women at the town house of Mrs R. G. Edwards at 22 New Cavendish Street ( one of the latest of Londons beautiful homes to be devoted to the work of the British Red Cross )

Oxford: the Freshman and his Parents, Beginning Residence: Arrival of absolute
Oxford: the Freshman and his Parents, Beginning Residence: Arrival of " absolute Necessities"

Various household necessities, Utagawa Yoshikazu, Izumiya Ichibei (Kansendo), Fukushima Giemon, 1853

The effects of WW1 on French Food Prices - BEFORE (1 / 2)
The Household Accounts The effects of the First World War on French Food Prices - in 1916 (1/2) Date: circa 1916

The effects of WW1 on French Food Prices - AFTER (2 / 2)
The Household Accounts The effects of the First World War on French Food Prices - in 1918 (2/2) Date: circa 1918

Scottish Penny Wedding
A Penny Wedding where the guests are expected to make a financial contribution to the cost of the wedding and setting up the newly-weds in the necessities of life. Date: early 19th century

WW2 / 1940 / DUTCH LOOT
The occupying Germans load their vehicles with Dutch pictures, objects and all kinds of goodies, while the Dutch people stand in line for bare necessities Date: 1940

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"The Flight of Necessities: A Glimpse into History" In March 1918, amidst the chaos of World War I, a flight took place. But it wasn't just any ordinary flight; it was a journey through time, revealing the importance throughout history. One artifact that caught our attention was the necessaire belonging to Napoleon I. Crafted from wood with intricate gold inlay, this small box held essential items for the emperor during his reign. It symbolized how even powerful figures required their own set of necessities. Another captivating engraving depicted St George and St Michael. These legendary figures represented bravery and protection - two qualities that were undoubtedly necessary during times of war. Speaking of arrivals, there was an engraving capturing the moment when the "White Elephant" arrived from Burmah. This majestic creature brought not only wonder but also reminded us how different cultures have their unique necessities and traditions. During WW1, workers for the Red Cross became indispensable in providing aid to those affected by conflict. Picture No. 11676427 showcased their dedication and selflessness as they tended to wounded soldiers on the battlefield – proving that compassion is indeed a necessity in times of crisis. Shifting gears from war to education, we witnessed Oxford's vibrant atmosphere through an image titled "The Freshman and his Parents. " The arrival of absolute essentials marked a new chapter for students embarking on their academic journey – highlighting how knowledge becomes an essential tool for progress. Meanwhile, Utagawa Yoshikazu's artwork displayed various household necessities in Fukushima during another era entirely. From everyday objects to cultural artifacts, these illustrations reminded us that what we consider necessary evolves over time. The effects of WW1 were far-reaching – even impacting French food prices dramatically before and after the conflict (as shown in two separate images). These stark comparisons shed light on how basic sustenance can become scarce or unaffordable during turbulent times.