Ranking Collection

Luke, Frank, Pilot and 2nd ranking US air ace in WW1

Native of Yap carrying stone money
A native man from Yap wearing a mangrove wood comb in his hair (a sign of high rank) carrying stone money on a pole over his shoulder. Date: 1937

London and Middlesex fire brigade rank markings
The rank markings worn on senior and junior officers uniforms. The upper row were worn on officers walking-out uniform, the middle row were worn on their fire uniform

London and Middlesex fire brigade rank markings
The rank markings worn on senior and junior officers uniforms. The upper row were worn on officers walking-out uniform, the middle row were worn on their fire uniform

LAbside d Notre Dame
This etching shows the apse of the Notre Dame cathedral in paris, overlooking the Seine River. Many high ranking clergy were buries in this part of the cathedral. Date: 1854

Alexander August Wilhelm von Pape, 2 February 1813 - 7 May 1895, was a Royal Prussian General Colonel of the Infantry
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Alpine Ibex (Capra ibex) two old bull fighting on wildflower meadow in spring. The long winter in the high mountains etiolated and weakened the animals. Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Order of preference. A three-class voting system for apes (colour litho)
7201343 Order of preference. A three-class voting system for apes (colour litho) by Wellner, Wilhelm Anton (1859-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Order of preference)

Concubine (mekake) of a high-ranking man watching a dancer
Concubine (mekake) of a high-ranking man with tobacco pipe watching a dancing girl accompanied by musicians on shamisen and blind koto harpist (koze)

Wife of the elite samurai class relaxing
Wife of the elite samurai class reading books, with other women writing with a pen, one looking at ukiyo-e prints, and one folding paper. Another woman delivers reams of paper and ink

Jack in Office (colour litho)
969326 Jack in Office (colour litho) by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jack in Office. Illustration for Gems of English Art (Routledge, 1869)

High-ranking person in sedan chair, China. 19th century

Don't mess with me
Sebastian Graf

Ranking Dispute
Sebastian Graf

Church Porch, Earlham, near Norwich, 1857. Creator: William Harcourt Ranking
Church Porch, Earlham, near Norwich, 1857

CHINESE GREETINGS
CHINESE NEW YEAR High-ranking people exchange ceremonial visits; the children bow each to the other Date: 1881

Indian Postman
An Indian postman delivers mail personally to a high- ranking recipient, attended by a servant with a fly-swat. Date: circa 1900

Marshal Joffre talking to General Pershing
Pershing became the highest ranking military officer in American history up to that time. WW1 Date: circa 1917

Irish Druid and Ollamh
An Irish Ollamh, a high- ranking bard, talks with a Filidhe, or herald bard, who holds a traditional Irish harp. Both had functions within the Druidic order. Date: BCE

Peggy Moran / 10-Pin Bowl
Actress Peggy Moran, one of Hollywoods top-ranking female bowlers, boasting an average score of 175

Chinese Mandarin with fan and bottle
Portrait of a Chinese Mandarin, pictured holding an open paper fan and a bottle of something interesting (rice wine?). Date: circa 1904

ALEXANDER HOOD 1727-1814
ALEXANDER HOOD High-ranking naval officer who captured three French ships in 1795 and directed Brest blockade between 1797-1800. Date: 1727 - 1814

Ii Naosuke Monument, Yokohama, Japan
Ii Naosuke Monument, in the grounds of Hikone Castle, Yokohama, Japan. Ii Naosuke (1815-1860) was daimyo (lord) of Hikone (1850-1860) and Tairo (high-ranking government official)

WW1 - Cartoon - The hero of the day
WW1 - A illustration making a joke out of the the rank of a Subaltern, seen as the lowest rank in the British army during WW1

Mr. Arthur Lionel Pugh Norrington, by Stephen Ward, 1961
Mr. Arthur Lionel Pugh Norrington, Vice-chancellor of Oxford University, and President of Trinity College. Norrington honed the Norrington Table

Alpine Ibex (Capra ibex) two old bull fighting on wildflower meadow in spring. The long winter in the high mountains etiolated and weakened the animals. Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

A High Ranking Boyar Woman
A Boyaryshnya - A Boyar (high ranking) Woman in a fine and expensive silken gown Date: 1904

Boyaryshnya - Boyar Wife - Russia
A Boyaryshnya - A Boyar (high ranking) Woman in a fine and expensive silken gown. Date: 1900

A Boyaryshnya - A Boyar Woman
A Boyaryshnya - A Boyar (high ranking) Russian Woman with elaborate headdress, sheer veil and strings of fine pearls. Date: 1909

Bucharest, Romania - Military parade on 28th November 1900, fronted by a number of senior ranking officers. Date: 1900

The Chief Lama of Tashi Lumpo
Thubten Choekyi Nyima (1883-1937), The 9th Panchen Lama - The Chief Lama of Tashi Lhunpo. The Panchen Lama is the highest ranking Lama after the Dalai Lama in the Gelugpa (Dge-lugs-pa)

18th century chemical affinity table. Historical chart describing the tendency of different substances to combine with each other

Racial Types Sudan
A high-ranking Sudanese gentleman, attended by his attendants

Benin Village Scene
Village scene in Benin - a high-ranking citizen with his attendants

Social / Indian Postman
An Indian postman delivers mail personally to a high- ranking recipient, attended by a servant with a fly-swat

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"Ranking: From Aces to Generals, Exploring the Hierarchy of Achievements" Luke, Frank, Pilot and 2nd ranking US air ace in WW1: A tribute to the brave individuals who soared high in the skies, leaving their mark on history. Native of Yap carrying stone money: Unveiling the fascinating traditions that showcase how wealth and status were measured in ancient cultures. L'Abside d Notre Dame: Discovering architectural marvels that stand as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship throughout time. Alexander August Wilhelm von Pape - General Field Marshal: Delving into the life of an esteemed military leader whose strategic brilliance shaped Germany's history. London and Middlesex fire brigade rank markings: Exploring the hierarchy within firefighting services, highlighting the dedication and bravery of those who protect our cities. Marshal Joffre talking to General Pershing: Witnessing a historic meeting between two influential military figures, symbolizing collaboration across nations for a common cause. Order of preference - A three-class voting system for apes (colour litho): Reflecting on intriguing social structures found even among our primate relatives, shedding light on hierarchical dynamics beyond humans. Great Chain of Being from Rhetorica Christiana ad concionandi et orandi usum: Examining medieval beliefs about divine order and humanity's place within it – a concept that shaped societies for centuries. Concubine (mekake) of a high-ranking man watching a dancer: Peering into ancient courtly life where power dynamics intertwined with personal relationships, offering glimpses into complex societal norms. Wife of the elite samurai class relaxing: Unraveling moments of respite amidst duty-bound lives; understanding how status influenced daily routines in feudal Japan's warrior society.