Young Boys Collection

Sea Cadets go overboard with life belt as it gives their confidence in this use of lifesaving apparatus. July 1942 P009211

The Smoke, 1924 (oil on canvas)
XIR180449 The Smoke, 1924 (oil on canvas) by Adler, Jules (1865-1952); 160x148 cm; Musee Municipal, Macon, France

The Hermitage of Capua, from Italian Scenery, representing the Manners
3258432 The Hermitage of Capua, from Italian Scenery, representing the Manners, Customs and Amusements of the different States of Italy, pub. 1806 (hand coloured engraving) by Lerberghi, P

Poster of a European immigrant family on Ellis Island, 1910 (colour litho)
PNP256609 Poster of a European immigrant family on Ellis Island, 1910 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; French, out of copyright

Maori Boys, Whakarewarewa, c. 1910 (silver gelatin print)
MGS272358 Maori Boys, Whakarewarewa, c.1910 (silver gelatin print) by Seldon, Ralph (fl.1900-10); 14.6x19.6 cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; New Zealander, out of copyright

A School (painted wood)
XIR182694 A School (painted wood) by French School, (16th century); Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny, Paris; French, out of copyright

School in Alsace, 1883-89 (b / w photo)
CHT224223 School in Alsace, 1883-89 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Children in a classroom (b / w photo)
CHT224214 Children in a classroom (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Musee National de l Education, Rouen, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Finish of the Jubilee Challenge Race between Old Boys and Young Boys at St Mawes Regatta, Cornwall (engraving)
1046098 Finish of the Jubilee Challenge Race between Old Boys and Young Boys at St Mawes Regatta, Cornwall (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J

Deacon Jones Experience, 1863-83 (oil on canvas)
ALM289734 Deacon Jones Experience, 1863-83 (oil on canvas) by Willard, Archibald (1836-1918); 40.6x58.4 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Apprentice School, Interior of a Workshop, front cover of a schoolbook (colour litho)
CHT169357 Apprentice School, Interior of a Workshop, front cover of a schoolbook (colour litho) by Dascher, G. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Children cleaning away snow and knocking on doors! Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730879 Children cleaning away snow and knocking on doors! Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Everton footballer Brian Labone with schoolboy admirers after a round of golf at Bootle Golf Course. 8th October 1962

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. Young novice monk sweeping up the tsampa crumbs at morning prayers or puja, Thiksey Monastery

Local Children diving off pier, Jabor Village, Jaluit Atoll, Marshall Islands Local Children, Jabor Village, Jaluit Atoll, Marshall Islands

Cover, Los Ninos Jugadores, two, young boys, playing, toys, Jose Guadalupe Posada
Cover for Los Ninos Jugadores, two young boys playing with toys, Jose Guadalupe Posada (Mexican, 1851-1913), ca. 1890-1910

Guy Fawkes Day, from Old Mother Gooses Rhymes and Tales, published
KW265452 Guy Fawkes Day, from Old Mother Gooses Rhymes and Tales, published by Frederick Warne & Co. c.1890s (chromolitho) by Haslewood, Constance (fl.1890); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English

Louis-Philippe d Orleans (1838-94) Comte de Paris and his Brother, Robert d Orleans
XIR234418 Louis-Philippe d Orleans (1838-94) Comte de Paris and his Brother, Robert d Orleans (1840-1910) Duc de Chartres in the Parc de Claremont, c.1849 (oil on canvas) by Dedreux

Soldiers at Rest in an Inn (oil on canvas)
XIR222743 Soldiers at Rest in an Inn (oil on canvas) by Michelin, Jean (1623-96); 87x121 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Soldats au repos dans une auberge; ); French, out of copyright

Homer and the Shepherds in a Landscape, 1845 (oil on canvas)
XIR220784 Homer and the Shepherds in a Landscape, 1845 (oil on canvas) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 80x130 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Saint-Lo

The Greasy Pole, 1787 (oil on canvas)
XIR178919 The Greasy Pole, 1787 (oil on canvas) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Private Collection; Spanish, out of copyright

Childrens Games, 1810 (coloured engraving)
XIR178905 Childrens Games, 1810 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Trainspotters Club outing Schoolboys armed with their trainspotters notebooks. 1949

Trainspotters Club outing Young members of the trainspotters club gather around the steam locomotives. 1949

Dartford technical college sports. Caught in mid air during the long jump. 1938

Students In Cubicles
Worcester, Massachusetts: c. 1955. First grade students that have been segregated in cubicles from the rest of the class

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"Capturing the Spirit of Youth: A Glimpse into the Lives of Young Boys" In "The Smoke, 1924, " an oil on canvas masterpiece, we witness the vibrant energy emanating from a group as they explore their surroundings with curiosity and wonder. Sea Cadets go overboard with life belts in "The Hermitage of Capua. " This simple act not only instills confidence but also symbolizes their readiness to face any challenge that comes their way. Transporting us back to Ellis Island in 1910, a colourful lithographic poster depicts a European immigrant family. Among them are young boys whose eyes reflect both excitement and trepidation as they embark on a new chapter in their lives. In "Maori Boys, Whakarewarewa, " captured through silver gelatin print around 1910, we glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and resilience of these young Maori boys. Their proud stance reflects strength passed down through generations. "The School" painted on wood portrays an idyllic scene where young boys engage in learning and camaraderie. It reminds us of the importance of education as a foundation for shaping future leaders. A black-and-white photograph titled "School in Alsace" transports us to another era. Here, young boys gather together under one roof, united by knowledge-seeking spirits that transcend time and place. Within the walls of a classroom depicted in another monochromatic photo titled "Children in a Classroom, " we witness eager faces filled with anticipation for what lies ahead—proof that education is not merely confined within four walls but rather expands horizons beyond imagination. The engraving capturing the finish line at St Mawes Regatta's Jubilee Challenge Race between Old Boys and Young Boys showcases determination etched across youthful faces. The race becomes more than just competition; it represents dreams realized through perseverance and teamwork.