Spends Collection

How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money (engraving)
2803341 How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money (engraving) by Lumley, Arthur (1837-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money)

Sketches of Life at Malta (engraving)
1060696 Sketches of Life at Malta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Life at Malta)

Poster, The sun spends the winter on the Cote d Azur
Poster, The sun spends the winter in France on the Cote d Azur. Designed by Dubois. circa 1955

Navvy
London characters : if the streets of London were paved with gold, the navigator (NAVVY) would find it, for he spends his life digging them up and filling them in again. Date: circa 1870

Georges Seurat Ladies Man L Homme A femmes
Georges Seurat: The Ladies Man (L Homme a femmes), Georges Seurat, 1890, Oil on panel, This little oil painting was a study for the cover of L Homme a femmes

Suffragette in prison Votes for Women
A suffragette is seated inside a prison cell. Note the graffiti on the walls. The rhyme, addressed to the inmate reads, While you remain a suffragetteA velentine you ll never getWhat man would ever

James Nayler
JAMES NAYLER, Quaker, spends two hours in Westminster pillory, is whipped through the streets, his tongue is bored with a red-hot iron and he is branded B for blasphemer. Date: 1617? - 1660

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, he Spends his Youth in Idleness and Enjoyment, Engraving 1890

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, he Spends his Youth in Idleness and Enjoyment, Engraving 1890

12 year old newsboy, Hyman Alpert, been selling three years. Spends evenings in Boys Club. Location: New Haven, Connecticut. Date 1909 March

Gladstone home Rule Leap
Gladstones Home Rule Leap - his commitment to Irish Home Rule leads to his downfall - he is defeated in the General Election and spends several years out of office

Boy Studying Clock 1879
A boy spends his spare time fruitfully by studying the workings of a clock

Heinrich IV at Canossa
Emperor Heinrich IV spends 3 days and nights in penance to avoid excommunication by pope Gregorius VII. He is usually depicted outdoors in the snow, but this is more credible

Penitent / Sedan Chair
A shaven-headed religious man (possibly a monk) spends reflective time in a spike - lined sedan chair in China in penitent repose

Mongoose (Bewick)
The lower creature is the lemur mongooz : the upper the TAILLESS MACAUCO - lemur tardigradus - who spends its life envying the mongoose its tail : both live in India

Thor and Skrymir
Thor spends the night in a strange building which turns out to be the glove of the giant Skrymir

Jesus in Wilderness
Jesus spends forty days in the wilderness, contemplating his mission

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"Exploring the Extravagant Lives: From Burmese Dacoits to Fortunate Operators" Step into the captivating world of engravings, as they unveil the intriguing lives and spending habits of various characters. Witness "The Life of a Burmese Dacoit (engraving)" where youth is spent in idleness and enjoyment, painting a picture of indulgence amidst uncertainty. Delve deeper into "How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money (engraving), " revealing opulence and luxury that money can buy. Embark on an artistic journey through "Sketches of Life at Malta (engraving), " capturing moments filled with vibrant colors and lavish experiences on this Mediterranean island paradise. Intriguingly, even celestial bodies have their own way of spending time – discover how "The sun spends the winter on the Cote d'Azur, " shedding light on its seasonal preference for luxurious destinations. Uncover stories beyond mere images as we encounter diverse individuals like Navvy, whose hard-earned wages are carefully spent to create a better life for themselves. Meanwhile, witness the resilience and determination of suffragettes fighting for their rights in prison; their sacrifice speaks volumes about what they believe is worth spending every ounce of energy for - Votes for Women. Travel back in time with James Nayler's tale, exploring how he spends his days leaving an indelible mark on history. And don't miss out on experiencing Hampstead to Holloway through a suffragette novel - discover how these women spend their lives striving for equality. Lastly, immerse yourself in Georges Seurat's masterpiece "Ladies Man L'Homme A Femmes. " Observe closely as each stroke reveals not only beauty but also contemplation about human connections – perhaps reflecting upon how one truly spends their time with loved ones. From idleness to activism, from leisurely pursuits to passionate causes – these engravings offer a glimpse into the myriad ways individuals choose to spend their lives.