Severe Collection (page 4)

A Canoeing Expedition on a West African River, a Traders Story (engraving)
1051131 A Canoeing Expedition on a West African River, a Traders Story (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Duchess de Montejasi and her daughters Elena and Camilla, 1876 (oil on canvas)
BRM196751 The Duchess de Montejasi and her daughters Elena and Camilla, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 66x98 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The young Spartan never had enough to eat. They were sent to the hills to hunt, c
1122670 The young Spartan never had enough to eat. They were sent to the hills to hunt, c.1950 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Severe Father, 1553. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
The Severe Father, 1553

All stop on the main Cardiff Barry Road. Where 50 mph speed limit need not apply. Wales. 20th February 1978. A4050 Closed

Walles of solid snow, taller than the average man, leading into Llantwit Major from Llanmaes, soon after the village was opened up to traffic, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, 22nd February 1978

Digger tries to clear a way through, on the road from Pentre Meyrick, to Llantwit Major, Cowbridge, South Glamorgan, Wales, 22nd February 1978

A solitary pedestrian on Western Avenue in Cardiff, a place where walkers usually fear to tread, but now free of traffic, Cardiff, Wales, 19th February 1978

Two young men build a giant snowman, Wales, 22nd February 1978

M4 Motorway at Margam, fast disappearing under hugh snow drifts, pictured from Port Talbot end, Wales, 19th February 1978

Pedestrians make their way along the main street of Cowbridge after the road had at last been cleared from traffic, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, 21st February 1978

Early morning workers wait at Barry Station for a train. The track from Barry over to the Island Station was blocked by snow on the track, which can be seen on the left of the picture

Keith Painter from Cowbridge, Employee of Vale of Glamorgan Borough Council, helps to dig a Cowbridge Taxi out of the snow. Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. 21st February 1978

Skier takes a tumble on the beach at Amroth, Pembrokeshire, West Wales, 20th February 1978

Shoppers head home after buying essential supplies and groceries are pictured leaving the village of Amroth, Pembrokeshire, West Wales, 20th February 1978. In the background is shop, Summerhill Stores

Abandoned car lies in the path of the snow clearing machines working between Llantwit Major and Wick, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, 23rd February 1978

Pedestrians walking dog through the near deserted streets Cardiff, Wales, 19th February 1978

Bulldozer ploughs towards Cross Hands, Carmarthenshire, Wales, 20th February 1978

Derek Beck of Koenig Farm, Penmark, in the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, walking the only road open to the village with snow walls nearly 10 feet high

Stranded cars on the A48 Cowbridge bypass, South Wales, 20th February 1978

Atlantic College ski patrol, led by Norwegian member of staff, Ivar Lund-Mathieson, and his colleague David Hofman, help police and emergency services to patrol the Vale of Glamorgan

Susan Dibble of St Nicholas is 5ft 5in but dwarfed by drifts in Duffryn Lane, Cardiff, Wales, 22nd February 1978

BATTLE OF ROCROI Louis II Conde - thats him on the white horse - inflicts a severe defeat on the Spanish under Don Francisco de Melo Date: 19 May 1643

BATTLE OF NEERWINDEN The Austrians inflict a severe defeat on the French revolutionary army led by Dumouriez, who is forced to evacuate Belgium Date: 18 March 1793

Crossing the Ice Bridge - Montreal, Canada
Crossing the Ice Bridge over the Saint Lawrence River, Montreal, Quebec province, Canada. circa 1910

Figure 16: Expression of severity, 1854-56, printed 1862

Portrait of a Condottiere by Giovanni Bellini
Portrait on wood of a Condottiere (a leader or member of a troop of mercenaries, especially in Italy) by Giovanni Bellini (circa 1430-1516) Date: circa 1485

Herbert Hensley Henson - Bishop of Durham
Date: 1937

HUSBAND / WIFE ANON 19C
A middle-aged couple pose for their photograph. Date: late 19th century

Riding Habit 1899
English riding habit with Amazon corsage. Quite severe in its tailoring & worn with a top hat & buttonhole the only feminine note is the rider sitting side saddle. Date: 1899

China, Tibet, Young woman from a nomad family on a highland pasture

China, Tibet, Young woman from a Tibetan nomad family on a highland pasture near family tent

Hawker P. 1101 Hunter T Mk. 7 prototype
Hawker P.1101 Hunter T Mk.7 prototype XJ615. First flown on 8 July 1955, the initial shape of the canopy caused severe airflow problems

Turkey - Studio portrait of a Furriers Wife
Turkey - Studio portrait of a Jewish Furriers Wife who is wearing a remarkable long string of beads. Date: circa 1920

Lord Jeffries, (1645-1689), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Lord Jeffries, (1645-1689), 1830. George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys (1645-1689) known as the Hanging Judge. Welsh judge educated at Westminster School, Trinity College, Cambridge and Inner Temple

The Thames: A Severe Winter, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
The Thames: A Severe Winter, (c1900). Ice-covered boats on the River Thames in London, with St Pauls Cathedral in the distance. Print after a late-19th century painting by Herbert Menzies Marshall

Stern elderly British couple pose for an outdoor portrait Date: circa 1910s

Eruptive Fevers - Plate 6 - Measles, Scarlatina or Scarlet Fever, Vesicle of Vaccination (with slight surrounding rose rash), Typhus at an early stage

Julia Donna (c. 158-217) Syrian-born Roman princess, second wife of Septimius Severus
Julia Donna (c.158-217) Syrian-born Roman princess, second wife of Septimius Severus

Dona Antonia Ifenarrietta and Her Son, 1631. Artist: Diego Velasquez
Dona Antonia Ifenarrietta and Her Son, 1631. From the Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Arundel Head - bronze head possibly of the Greek tragedian Sophocles, Hellenistic, 2nd century BC. Found in Smyrna, Turkey. From the British Museums collection

Fashion shot of a young man wearing a suit, sitting

Naked man holding a blank sign in his hands

Young man wearing underwear standing in front of nostalgic wallpaper

Portrait of a dark-haired, long haired man in his early thirties

Athletic man, early 30s, bare-chested
Athletic man, early 30 s, bare-chested

Young woman with magnifying glass in front of her eye

Bare-chested young man lying in bed

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"Captivating the Severe Elegance of Autumn Fashion in 1955: A Glimpse into Tatler's Stylish World" Step into the enchanting world of The Tatler Autumn Fashion Number 1955, where elegance meets severity. From the mysterious allure of Professor Moriarty to the court airing at Fountain Mental Hospital in Tooting, Surrey, this edition takes you on a sartorial journey like no other. Discover Dunbar Castle's majestic backdrop as Scotland sets the stage for fashion royalty. Prince John's timeless style from 1914-19 graces our pages with an ILN tribute that leaves a lasting impression. A serious teenage girl captivates hearts with her enigmatic gaze while an Old Maid card reminds us of life's unexpected twists and turns. Intrigue unfolds as young men confidently recline or kneel on couches, their bare torsos exuding both vulnerability and strength. Father Eymard's bronze sculpture from 1963 adds a touch of divine artistry to this captivating collection. Amidst it all, a young man dons an open plaid shirt in a backyard setting, effortlessly blending casual charm with rugged sophistication. The Childrens Ward at Fountain Mental Hospital offers glimpses of hope and resilience amidst adversity—a reminder that even in severe circumstances, joy can be found. As we delve into these pages filled with striking visuals and thought-provoking narratives, we are reminded that true beauty lies not only in perfection but also in embracing life’s complexities. Join us on this extraordinary journey through time and fashion as we celebrate the profound impact that even seemingly severe moments can have on our lives—forever etched within our memories like treasured works of art.