Punches Collection

Bus Conductor
The bus conductor punches the tickets of his passengers, using the ingenious device which issues the right ticket for the individual requirements of each and all

The Jury Disagree
circa 1910s

Lennox Lewis vs. Frank Bruno at the National Stadium, Cardiff Arms Park, in Wales on 1 October 1993. It was between WBC heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis

WW1 - Italian Propaganda postcard
" Our plan!" - WW1 - Italian Propaganda postcard, showing the personification of Italy (as a Bersaglieri Sharpshooter) punching Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary

Manchester City v Portsmouth, FA Cup Final
FA Cup Final 1934 - Swift, Manchester City goalkeeper, punches clear against Portsmouth Date: 1934

Ramnaresh Sarwan Punches Air In Celebration As He Make It 100 England V West Indies, 2nd Npower Test England V West Indies, 2nd Npower Test The Riverside, Chester-Le-Street

Lee Westwood Punches The Air After Birdieing The 5th 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport, Wales Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport

Jim Furyk Punches The Air Date: 21 September 2008

Die-Sinker (engraving)
2801965 Die-Sinker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Die-Sinker. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Greyhound track totalisator system (litho)
6009421 Greyhound track totalisator system (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greyhound track totalisator system)

Tinman (engraving)
2802008 Tinman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tinman. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Portrait punch of Charles II, c. 1665 (steel)
1220184 Portrait punch of Charles II, c.1665 (steel) by English School, (17th century); The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant, UK; (add.info.: Charles II (29 May 1630 - 6 February 1685)

Cabinetmaker and Upholsterer (engraving)
2801952 Cabinetmaker and Upholsterer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cabinetmaker and Upholsterer)

Our Special Artist in Egypt, Character Sketches along the Road from Alexandria to Cairo (engraving)
1623906 Our Special Artist in Egypt, Character Sketches along the Road from Alexandria to Cairo (engraving) by English School

Muhammad Ali in his second match with Leon Spinks, at the Louisiana Superdome on September 15, 1978. A now in shape Ali rarely lost control

Portrait Johannes Lutma Portrait Johannes Lutma Jan Lutma
Portrait of Johannes Lutma Portrait of Johannes Lutma Jan Lutma (1584 / 85-1669). Amsterdam Silversmith, Portrait of Jan Lutma, silversmith in Amsterdam

Suffragettes Punch Policeman. A policeman is subjected to a fierce attack by suffragettes throwing punches and gripping him with an umbrella handle

Toffs versus Roughs
A fight breaks out on the streets of a city between top-hatted gentlemen who throw determined punches at the lower-classes

Designs Scissors Punches Thimbles 19th century
Artokoloro

Bone punches. Neolithic art. Decorative Arts. SPAIN. Vic. Vic Episcopal Museum. Proc: SPAIN. CATALONIA. Vilanova de Sau. Cave of Les Grioteres

Jacquard Card Making, Halifax
Jacquard Card Making at Akroyds Worsted Factory, Halifax. An operative punches Jacquard cards assisted by a boy cutting out blank cards. Date: 1844

Satire on Irish Home Rule - Husband punched by wife (who in Green symbolises one side of the Irish struggle). The Irish Home Rule Movement came to an end at the outset of World War One

Dispute in a rail carriage
A fight breaks out among business men in a train carriage, who are debating fiscal retaliation. 1903

Soccer Goalie Diving
An amateur game of football: the goalkeeper punches the ball away while other players run in

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"Punches: A Powerful Expression of Triumph and Impact" In the world of sports they can be seen as a symbol of victory and determination. From the fiery passion of a bus conductor cheering on his team to the intense disagreement among members of a jury, punches evoke strong emotions. One historic moment etched in memory is the clash between Manchester City and Portsmouth in the FA Cup Final. As players fought for glory on the pitch, each punch thrown represented their unwavering commitment to triumph. Moving beyond sports, even war has witnessed punches being used as tools for propaganda. During World War I, an Italian propaganda postcard depicted soldiers throwing powerful punches against their enemies, showcasing their strength and resilience. The boxing ring has also witnessed unforgettable moments where punches became iconic symbols. The legendary battle between Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno at Cardiff Arms Park saw thunderous blows exchanged with every punch representing years of training and dedication and can not limited to physical contests alone; they transcend into various fields like cricket or golf. Ramnaresh Sarwan's celebratory air-punch after reaching ten runs exemplifies how small victories can bring immense joy while Lee Westwood's triumphant fist pump after birdieing the 5th hole demonstrates pure elation. Beyond sportsmanship lies artistic expression too - Jim Furyk's exuberant air-punch captures his exhilaration upon achieving success on the golf course. Similarly, engravers like Die-Sinker skillfully use delicate yet impactful punches to create intricate designs that leave lasting impressions. Even technological advancements have embraced this concept; from litho prints depicting greyhound track totalisator systems to engravings showcasing Tinman sculptures or portrait punches immortalizing historical figures like Charles II – all these mediums utilize "punches" metaphorically as representations of innovation and creativity. Whether it be in stadiums filled with roaring crowds or through artistry that transcends time itself, punches symbolize the indomitable spirit of human endeavor.