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Practised Collection

"Practised: A Glimpse into Historical Disciplines and Techniques" Step back in time to witness the German Student Duel of 1880, a tradition steeped in honor and bravery

Background imagePractised Collection: German Student Duel / 1880

German Student Duel / 1880
A German students duel at Gottingen. The Mensur, as practised by German fraternities, is a fast yet rarely-lethal affair with cuts accepted as marks of honour

Background imagePractised Collection: Judo at Oxford 1950S

Judo at Oxford 1950S
Judo is practised in the Quad at Oxford

Background imagePractised Collection: CLEMENCEAU IN PATRIE

CLEMENCEAU IN PATRIE
Clemenceau and general Picquart - the defender of Dreyfus, now minister for war - make an ascent in the military airship Patrie at Chalons military camp

Background imagePractised Collection: Discipline practised by the Jews (engraving)

Discipline practised by the Jews (engraving)
1094567 Discipline practised by the Jews (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discipline practised by the Jews)

Background imagePractised Collection: Crop rotation as practised by the Early English (lithograph)

Crop rotation as practised by the Early English (lithograph)
5999287 Crop rotation as practised by the Early English (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crop rotation as practised by the Early English)

Background imagePractised Collection: The Discovery of a New Race in Ancient Egypt by Professor Flinders Petrie (litho)

The Discovery of a New Race in Ancient Egypt by Professor Flinders Petrie (litho)
1100114 The Discovery of a New Race in Ancient Egypt by Professor Flinders Petrie (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePractised Collection: A representation of an Antient tournament formerly practised by the inhabitants of London

A representation of an Antient tournament formerly practised by the inhabitants of London (engraving)
585371 A representation of an Antient tournament formerly practised by the inhabitants of London (engraving) by English School

Background imagePractised Collection: 'He placed the drum on a chair, and practised diligently'(litho)

"He placed the drum on a chair, and practised diligently"(litho)
725672 " He placed the drum on a chair, and practised diligently" (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " He placed the drum on a chair)

Background imagePractised Collection: Bear-Baiting, as Practised in the Time of Queen Elizabeth (engraving)

Bear-Baiting, as Practised in the Time of Queen Elizabeth (engraving)
670958 Bear-Baiting, as Practised in the Time of Queen Elizabeth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bear-Baiting)

Background imagePractised Collection: Gorilla Warfare, as practised in Spain and Portugal during the Napoleonic wars (lithograph)

Gorilla Warfare, as practised in Spain and Portugal during the Napoleonic wars (lithograph)
3094237 Gorilla Warfare, as practised in Spain and Portugal during the Napoleonic wars (lithograph) by Reynolds, John (1909-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gorilla Warfare)

Background imagePractised Collection: Extemporising a Boat, Method practised by German Cavalry (b / w photo)

Extemporising a Boat, Method practised by German Cavalry (b / w photo)
1628523 Extemporising a Boat, Method practised by German Cavalry (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extemporising a Boat)

Background imagePractised Collection: The Sword-Bayonet Exercise as practised by the British Infantry (engraving)

The Sword-Bayonet Exercise as practised by the British Infantry (engraving)
1098736 The Sword-Bayonet Exercise as practised by the British Infantry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePractised Collection: The blessed effects of gas (coloured engraving)

The blessed effects of gas (coloured engraving)
586267 The blessed effects of gas (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The blessed effects of gas, or)

Background imagePractised Collection: Modes of dressing the hair practised by the inhabitants of New Guinea (engraving)

Modes of dressing the hair practised by the inhabitants of New Guinea (engraving)
961930 Modes of dressing the hair practised by the inhabitants of New Guinea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePractised Collection: A Disciple of the liquid religion practised by the saxon (engraving)

A Disciple of the liquid religion practised by the saxon (engraving)
1090774 A Disciple of the liquid religion practised by the saxon (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePractised Collection: Ducking Stool, as practised at Broadwater, near Leominster (engraving)

Ducking Stool, as practised at Broadwater, near Leominster (engraving)
3629747 Ducking Stool, as practised at Broadwater, near Leominster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ducking Stool, as practised at Broadwater)

Background imagePractised Collection: Capital One Million (engraving)

Capital One Million (engraving)
2772426 Capital One Million (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capital One Million)

Background imagePractised Collection: SWINGING INDIANS

SWINGING INDIANS
A Diversion of swinging practised by the principal people in India Date: 18th century

Background imagePractised Collection: INDIAN SWINGS C18

INDIAN SWINGS C18
A Diversion of swinging practised by the principal people in India Date: 18th century

Background imagePractised Collection: Dr Slade the spirit medium

Dr Slade the spirit medium
The trial of Henry Slade, the medium who was said to communicate with spirits by a slate board. Top sketch shows Mr G. Leis, counsel for the Prosecution and bottom image shows Professor E

Background imagePractised Collection: James Grangers Home

James Grangers Home
The home of the scholar and bibliophile JAMES GRANGER at Shiplake. It was here that he practised grangerising - the addition of illustrations to those already in a book. Date: circa 1770

Background imagePractised Collection: William Baly, Doctor and Physician

William Baly, Doctor and Physician
WILLIAM BALY (1814 - 1861) - Medical, studied in France and Germany, practised in London, studied cholera and prison health, one of Victorias physicians, crushed in railway accident. Date: circa 1850

Background imagePractised Collection: Johann Caspar Keerl

Johann Caspar Keerl
JOHANN CASPAR KEERL Reference books are shy about listing this German musician, about whom we know nothing except that he was German and practised music. Date: early 18th century

Background imagePractised Collection: Native Canadians Separat

Native Canadians Separat
The Ceremony of a DIVORCE, as practised by the natives of CANADA, in North America over a symbolic fire : it seems that she keeps the girls, he the boys Date: circa 1730

Background imagePractised Collection: John Fothergill / Livesay

John Fothergill / Livesay
JOHN FOTHERGILL English physician who practised in London and maintained a botanical garden. Date: 1712 - 1780

Background imagePractised Collection: John Fothergill / Cook

John Fothergill / Cook
JOHN FOTHERGILL English physician who practised in London and maintained a botanical garden. Date: 1712 - 1780

Background imagePractised Collection: New Method Maracrony Practised Boston North America

New Method Maracrony Practised Boston North America
Artokoloro

Background imagePractised Collection: New Method Macarony Practised Boston 1830 Lithograph

New Method Macarony Practised Boston 1830 Lithograph
Artokoloro

Background imagePractised Collection: Source Size = 2588 x 2098

Source Size = 2588 x 2098
The Practised Hands of the Doctor Glided over Bradleys Limbs. " vamp, " Said he Quietly, " get a New Clown." ; a Story of a Columbine

Background imagePractised Collection: Crualies Practised on Fish and Fowl Drawn by Gaston Fay, Us, Usa, America, United States

Crualies Practised on Fish and Fowl Drawn by Gaston Fay, Us, Usa, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880

Background imagePractised Collection: Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) chick, exercising wings

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) chick, exercising wings and practising flight at nest in tree, Yukon River, Yukon, Canada, July

Background imagePractised Collection: Miners working metal deposits by means of descending levels, a method practised in Hungary

Miners working metal deposits by means of descending levels, a method practised in Hungary, Saxony and Prussia in the early 19th century

Background imagePractised Collection: Crualies Practised On Fish And Fowl Drawn By Gaston Fay

Crualies Practised On Fish And Fowl Drawn By Gaston Fay, US, USA, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880

Background imagePractised Collection: Book of the Moghul. Ms. 8300. 17th c. Hindu sacred

Book of the Moghul. Ms. 8300. 17th c. Hindu sacred ceremony practised during an eclipse of the Sun and the Moon. Hindu art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Venice. Biblioteca nazionale marciana (St)

Background imagePractised Collection: St Anns Well, Buxton, Derbyshire

St Anns Well, Buxton, Derbyshire - the well is dressed as part of the long traditional of Well Dressing in Derbyshire and the Peak District

Background imagePractised Collection: Dr Slade: spirit writing trial

Dr Slade: spirit writing trial
Sketches of the trial of Henry Slade, showing Slade in the centre. Slade first practised his spirit communication in America before travelling to England where he gave seances from his lodgings in

Background imagePractised Collection: Dr Slades spirit writing trail

Dr Slades spirit writing trail
A message from the spirits: a sketch of a slate showing a message from Dr Slades deceased wife. Slade first practised his spirit communication in America before travelling to England where he gave

Background imagePractised Collection: Truffle hunting

Truffle hunting
A man and boy accompanied by four small dogs, hunt for truffles in a forest. Truffles, a fungus that grows in symbiosis with certain trees, and a culinary delicacy

Background imagePractised Collection: Crystal Palace Archery

Crystal Palace Archery
Archery is the most extreme sport practised in the early days of the Palace : the football team has yet to come

Background imagePractised Collection: Gaspar Aselli

Gaspar Aselli
GASPAR ASELLI Italian surgeon from Cremona, practised in Milano, professor at Pavia : made important anatomical discoveries

Background imagePractised Collection: Woodrow Wilson in 1883

Woodrow Wilson in 1883
WOODROW WILSON American president, at the outset of his career when he practised law

Background imagePractised Collection: Practicing Martial Arts

Practicing Martial Arts
SUN-GOD:PHOEBUS/APOLLO crosses the sky in his chariot - Martial Arts practised under his gaze: swordfighting wrestling and rock-throwing

Background imagePractised Collection: Native American Medicine

Native American Medicine
Various forms of healing practised by the Native Americans of Florida; herbs, infusions and smoking

Background imagePractised Collection: Zoroastrian Baptism

Zoroastrian Baptism
Baptism by fire, practised by the Parsees of Bombay State, India, followers of Zoroaster (Zarathustra) to whom fire is sacred

Background imagePractised Collection: Prison Uniform

Prison Uniform
UNDAUNTED A suffragette in prison uniform contemplates: Oh, Justice, what crimes are practised in thy name. To the Laws discredit and the Nations shame!

Background imagePractised Collection: John Fothergill / Anon

John Fothergill / Anon
JOHN FOTHERGILL English physician who practised in London and maintained a botanical garden

Background imagePractised Collection: Weaving, Bronze Age

Weaving, Bronze Age
Rudimentary spinning, and quite sophisticated weaving, as practised during the Bronze Age

Background imagePractised Collection: German Women Spinning

German Women Spinning
A pretty scene in a German village, where old world crafts such as spinning with spinning wheels are still practised. Note the hand- embroidered head-dresses



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"Practised: A Glimpse into Historical Disciplines and Techniques" Step back in time to witness the German Student Duel of 1880, a tradition steeped in honor and bravery. Marvel at the Judo practices at Oxford during the 1950s, where strength and technique were honed with precision. Join Clemenceau in Patrie as he showcases his leadership skills, exemplifying discipline and determination. Explore The New American Horse Ambulance at Liverpool through an enchanting engraving that depicts innovation in caring for our equine companions. Delve into the ancient traditions of crop rotation as practiced by Early English farmers, witnessing their wisdom in nurturing the land. Unearth a new race discovered by Professor Flinders Petrie in Ancient Egypt, shedding light on forgotten civilizations. Transport yourself to London's past with an intriguing engraving depicting an Antient tournament once practiced by its inhabitants. Witness dedication firsthand as a drummer places his instrument on a chair, diligently practicing his craft. Experience Bear-Baiting during Queen Elizabeth's reign through an evocative engraving that captures both spectacle and cruelty. Discover Gorilla Warfare tactics employed during the Napoleonic wars in Spain and Portugal - unconventional strategies born out of necessity. Lastly, marvel at German Cavalry's ingenuity as they extemporize boats using black-and-white photography. These snapshots from history remind us of humanity's resourcefulness even amidst chaos. "Practised" encapsulates centuries-old customs, techniques, disciplines across various cultures - each offering valuable insights into our collective heritage.