Bearing Collection (#5)

Fleet-Footed Hester, by George Gissing (litho)
1627696 Fleet-Footed Hester, by George Gissing (litho) by Hardy, David (1837-70); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fleet-Footed Hester, by George Gissing)

Statue of St Cuthbert bearing the head of Oswald, King of Northumbria, the founder of his see (engraving)
3655963 Statue of St Cuthbert bearing the head of Oswald, King of Northumbria, the founder of his see (engraving) by English School

Stope in Mine, Johannesburg (b / w photo)
3092476 Stope in Mine, Johannesburg (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stope in Mine, Johannesburg)

Christ bearing the Cross, c. 1400-25 (tempera & gold leaf on panel)
847476 Christ bearing the Cross, c.1400-25 (tempera & gold leaf on panel) by English School, (15th century); 33.1x29.9 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

The Naval Manoeuvres, Torpedo-Net Drill (engraving)
1047888 The Naval Manoeuvres, Torpedo-Net Drill (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres, Torpedo-Net Drill)

The Perraherra, or Annual Festival of the Singhalese at Kandy, Ceylon (engraving)
1041391 The Perraherra, or Annual Festival of the Singhalese at Kandy, Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Perraherra)

Queen Victorias Last Progress through London, the Gun-Carriage bearing the Coffin passing through the Marble Arch
1040509 Queen Victorias Last Progress through London, the Gun-Carriage bearing the Coffin passing through the Marble Arch (engraving) by Haenen

Kreuztragung (Christ Bearing the Cross), 1916. Creator: Lovis Corinth
Kreuztragung (Christ Bearing the Cross), 1916

Guests Bearing Gifts Date: 1940

Salt and Pepper Shakers Date: 1883

Small Restaurant Date: 1948

MISSISSIPPI WARSHIP
One of many ships bearing this name, this is a pre-world-war- one warship, photographed as she passes through the recently completed Panama Canal. Date: circa 1915

THEATRE / MASQUE / 1691
A decorative chariot bearing a model of the fortress of Montmelian is pulled before an audience at a Masque performance on the 21st December 1691. Date: 1691

DEPUTATION FROM POPE
Pope Gregorius III sends delegations to Charles Martel, ruler of the Merovingian Franks, bearing sumptuous gifts, seeking military aid. But Charles doesnt help. Date: 739 and 740

Father CMas - Birch Twig
Father Christmas arrives at the Thalberg familys house bearing gifts for the good children but a birch twig for the naughty children. He receives a mixed reception. Date: Circa 1815

OPENING OF PARLIAMENT
Queen Victoria and Albert at the House of Lords, preceded by the Duke of Wellington bearing the Sword of State

Adoration of the Magi (tempera on panel)
BAL5892 Adoration of the Magi (tempera on panel) by Mostaert, Jan (c.1475-c.1555); Selborne Church, Hampshire, UK; (add.info)

A Christmas Angel sailing into a Port Town with presents
A Christmas Angel sailing into a Port Town with a small boat laden with presents for the local children. The Teddy bear seems to be enjoying the voyage a little less than the model jester!

Stylised illustration depicting Fortune and Mercury
Stylised illustration depicting Fortune bearing an overflowing cornucopia and Mercury, the winged messenger god. The Vienna Secession was an art movement formed in 1897 by a group of Austrian artists

Lands End, Cornwall - Dr Syntax rock - bearing a remarkable similarity to the profile of the comic character created by William Combe and the cartoonist Thomas Rowlandson in 1812. Date: circa 1907

Egyptian Mummy in the British Museum, London - Katebet
Mummy of an old woman named Katebet - a Chantress of Amun-Ra in Karnak, in linen wrappings, with a painted cartonnage mummy-mask with gilded face and attached wooden arms bearing jewellery

Saint Michael Archangel. By Master of Zafra. 1495-1500. Depicting the Archangel attacking the dragon, symbol of sin. In the upper part, heavenly choirs and, on background

German Bar Maids
Two buxom German women in traditional costume, bearing tankards of fine German beer! Date: 1930s

Binoculars in leather case by Lemaire, Paris - WWI era
Binoculars in leather case. Manufactured by Lemaire, Paris, bearing the War Office Issue Broad Arrow on the left lens, together with the name of W. H. Whisson, dated 1916. Firearms & Equipment

St. Christopher Carrying the Christ Child (tempera on panel)
XIR91642 St. Christopher Carrying the Christ Child (tempera on panel) by Witz, Konrad (1400/10-44/6); 101.5x81 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Social Pyramid
circa 1890: A cartoon showing groups of people bearing others on their shoulders ending with one man at the top. the words accompanying the layers are

WWI - Patriotic German soldiers bearing their Flag
Four German soldiers proudly advance into battle bearing the national flag. The caption translates (loosely!) as: Living for the banner - No faltering will lead to glory

The Trojan horse. King Priam, on the right, watches the horse, left by the Greeks, as it is dragged into Troy through the city walls which have been breached to allow it to pass

Essendo state raccolte lunga instanza Galleria givstiniana
Essendo state raccolte... lunga instanza, Galleria givstiniana del marchese Vincenzo Givstiniani, Engraving, between 1631 and 1637?, Simulated tablet bearing an inscription

Asclepius recto Study Male Youth Bearing Leaves
Asclepius (recto); Study of a Male Youth Bearing Some Leaves (verso); Anton Raphael Mengs (German, 1728 - 1779); Spain; about 1762; Black chalk with white chalk heightening on blue green paper;

bearing cross Martin Schongauer German 1450-1491
The bearing of the cross. Martin Schongauer (German, c.1450-1491). Engraving

Planche D assignats. Interest Bearing Bonds. Any Of The Notes Issued As Paper Currency In France (1789-1796) By The Revolutionary Government And Secured By Confiscated Lands.Engraved By Pannemaker

Compass

Picture No. 11982411
Suricate / Meerkat - three Kings Date:

China - Traditional Mandarins litter carried by porters
China - A traditional litter for a Chinese Mandarin carried by three porters Date: circa 1910s

Advertisement for Felco bearing block. 1949

Fortuna (Anon)
The Roman goddess of luck, bearing a cornucopia full of good things

Timken tapered roller bearing axleboxes - train
A recent innovation by British Timken Ltd - a tapered-roller-bearing wagon bearing unit for freight stock made suitable for high speed and replacing the old plain-bearing axlebox

Flora Drummond Suffragette. Flora McKinnon Drummond (1878-1949) portrait. Described as General Drummond wearing Votes for Women sash, silk epaulettes and peaked cap, bearing initials N.W.S.P.U

Pursuit of the French Squadron after the Surrender of La Hoche 84 and Coquille 44, with the Action of The Ethalion and Bellone and the Anson, Bearing Down the Van Ships of the Enemy, Oct

Kiev, Ukraine - Outlet for Swedish SKF Company
20th Anniversary of SKF, Svenska Kullagerfabriken AB, a Swedish ball bearing company founded in 1907, which supplies bearings, seals, lubrication and lubrication systems, maintenance products

Roman Standard bearer (throwing the eagle)
An aquilifer was a senior signifer bearing the eagle standard of a Roman legion. The name derives from the type of standard, aquila meaning " eagle"

Sedan Chair in Hong Kong
A young lady is carried through the streets of Hong Kong by two men bearing her in a sedan chair

Priests at Jericho
Israelite priests bearing the Ark walk outside the walls of Jericho, blasting trumpets

Picture No. 11981047
Sceptre Bearing Odontoglossum, orchid, Antioquia, Colombia Date:

Syrian Wedding Train - camels bearing drums and drummers
A wildly ornate Syrian Wedding Train including these two camels bearing drums and drummers. Date: circa 1910s

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"Bearing: A Glimpse into History and Symbolism" In this captivating image (Picture No. 11050092), we are transported to a time of great significance - the era of the Central Powers during World War I. As we delve deeper, our attention is drawn to a magnificent marble statue of Hermes by Praxiteles I, showcasing the impeccable craftsmanship and artistic bearing of ancient Greece. Amidst the chaos of war, an Edwardian woman stands gracefully with her loyal pointer dog by her side, exemplifying poise and dignity in trying times. Nearby, Lewisham Military Hospital on High Street serves as a beacon of hope for wounded soldiers who bear both physical and emotional scars. The Ulster 1914 patriotic postcard reminds us of the unwavering spirit and determination that individuals carried during challenging times. Similarly, Jesus on Palm Sunday symbolizes strength in faith as he bears his cross towards redemption. As we explore further, historical artwork depicting biomechanics captures our imagination - reminding us that even centuries ago, humans were fascinated by how bodies move and bear weight. The horn-bearing datura plant adds another layer to this concept; its delicate yet sturdy nature reflects resilience amidst adversity. A Confederate Five Dollar Bill from 1864 takes us back to a tumultuous period in American history when conflicting ideologies bore heavy consequences. Meanwhile, a Shilluk girl proudly displays extensive traditional scarification patterns on her skin - an emblematic representation of cultural heritage borne through generations. Finally, returning to Praxiteles' Hermes statue from ancient Greece brings everything full circle. This timeless masterpiece embodies gracefulness while carrying symbolic messages about communication between gods and mortals. In essence, "bearing" encompasses not only physical weight but also emotional fortitude throughout history's most pivotal moments. It serves as a reminder that every individual carries their own burdens while leaving behind lasting imprints on society's tapestry.