Ungrateful Collection

The Ungrateful Son, c. 1770. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Ungrateful Son, c. 1770

The Ingrate, 1832. Creator: Auguste Raffet
The Ingrate, 1832

The Ungrateful (litho)
6000162 The Ungrateful (litho) by Fidus (Hugo Hoppener) (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ungrateful. Illustration from Jugend)

Rather the butter than the bread! (colour litho)
2818426 Rather the butter than the bread! (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rather the butter than the bread)

A foolish rich man, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, c
3482262 A foolish rich man, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, c.1950 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

After the election (colour litho)
2818425 After the election (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the election)

Wounded Austrian soldier attempting to stab the Duchess of Aosta, cousin of King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy
6000326 Wounded Austrian soldier attempting to stab the Duchess of Aosta, cousin of King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy, working as a volunteer nurse and trying to help him onto a stretcher

An English Ladys Experiences with Native Servants in South Africa (engraving)
1041395 An English Ladys Experiences with Native Servants in South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Unthankful Fellow, 1829. Artist: George Cruikshank
An Unthankful Fellow, 1829. From Scraps & Sketches by George Cruikshank. [George Cruikshank, London, 1829]

Letter from David Hume to Richard Davenport, 8th July 1766. Artist: David Hume
Letter from David Hume to Richard Davenport, 8th July 1766. Letter written from London by David Hume to Richard Davenport

Gratitude, 1871. The vagrant exclaims And they Ain t half Buttered! I could a done as well if I d Gone up the Lane to the Union

The Ungrateful Wolf; the Fisherman and the Fish

The ungrateful children, Bartholomeus Willemsz. Dolendo, Joos de Bosscher, 1590

The Fathers Curse: The Ungrateful Son; Jean-Baptiste Greuze, French, 1725 - 1805; France, Europe; about 1778; Brush and gray wash, squared in pencil; 50.2 x 64 cm (19 3/4 x 25 3/16 in.)

Illustration, The Ungrateful Lamb, showing two girls with a pet lamb in a grassy field. 1885

Fable / Discontented Bee
The discontented bee complains to Jupiter about her wretched and anxious life, but Jupiter considers the bee ungrateful as he has provided her with all she needs for good living

Myth / Tibet / Monkey
THE TORTOISE & THE MONKEY Although the monkey showed him kindness, the ungrateful tortoise still tried to trick him into sacrificing his heart to save the tortoises wife

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"The Ungrateful: A Reflection on Human Nature through Art" This collection of artworks captures the essence of ingratitude, a trait that has plagued humanity throughout history. From "The Ungrateful (litho)" to "Rather the butter than the bread. (colour litho)", these pieces depict various instances where gratitude was absent. In "A foolish rich man, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, " we witness a wealthy individual who fails to appreciate his blessings. This cautionary tale reminds us that material wealth does not guarantee happiness or gratitude. "After the election (colour litho)" portrays a scenario where political victory breeds ungratefulness. It serves as a reminder that power can corrupt and blind individuals to those who supported them along their journey. The image of a wounded Austrian soldier attempting to harm the Duchess of Aosta during World War I reveals an unsettling lack of appreciation for her selfless volunteer work as a nurse. It highlights how even in times of crisis, some fail to recognize acts of kindness and compassion. An engraving titled "An English Lady's Experiences with Native Servants in South Africa" sheds light on colonial attitudes and ingratitude towards native workers. It exposes the disregard for their contributions and emphasizes the importance of recognizing everyone's efforts regardless of social status or background. George Cruikshank's artwork titled "An Unthankful Fellow" humorously depicts an unappreciative character whose actions lead him down an unfortunate path. This satirical piece serves as a reminder that ingratitude often leads to one's own downfall. David Hume's letter from 1766 explores philosophical aspects surrounding gratitude, reminding readers about its significance in human relationships and society at large. His words encourage us to reflect on our own capacity for appreciation. In contrast, "Gratitude, 1871" offers hope amidst this theme by celebrating expressions of thankfulness. This artwork reminds us that despite the prevalence of ingratitude, there are still moments where gratitude shines through.