Assistant Collection (#9)

In Bandar Abbas, Iran, a 17th century surgeon operates on a patients leg to remove worms. After 17th century engraving by Jan Luyken

A surgeon performs surgery on a mans shoulder in the 18th century. After an 18th century work

In the 17th century, a surgeon performs surgery on a mans foot. After a 17th century work

A patient is tied to a chair while a dentist extracts a tooth. After a 17th century engraving by Aert van Waes

Engraving depicting an astronomer and assistant observing Mercury, Venus and Jupiter, 20th century
Engraving depicting an astronomer and his assistant observing Mercury, Venus and Jupiter

garden Aioiya tea house Courtisane two younger attendants
In the garden of the Aioiya tea house, Courtisane with two younger attendants, talking to man in black cloak, watched by man, sitting on couch with pipe in left hand

Portrait Ko Tsching Dschang assistant Philipp Franz von Siebold
Portrait of Ko Tsching Dschang, assistant to Philipp Franz von Siebold. He is wearing a dark jacket with a white shirt without a collar underneath

Jan Daemen Cool Portrait regents steward Heiligegeesthuis
Jan Daemen Cool, Portrait of regents and steward of the Heiligegeesthuis in Rotterdam, group portrait portrait painting visual material linen oil painting canvas

Alexander Fights Lion Kills Clitus Master Jardin de vertueuse
Alexander Fights with a Lion and Kills Clitus; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Lille (written)

Founding Alexandria Caucaso Master Jardin de vertueuse
The Founding of Alexandria-in-Caucaso; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Lille (written)

Bagoas Pleads Behalf Nabarzanes Master Jardin de vertueuse
Bagoas Pleads on Behalf of Nabarzanes; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Lille (written)

Alexander Attacks City Tyre Master Jardin de vertueuse
Alexander Attacks the City of Tyre; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Lille (written)

Vasco da Lucena Giving Work Charles Bold Master
Vasco da Lucena Giving his Work to Charles the Bold; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Bruges (illuminated)

Birth Alexander Master Jardin de vertueuse consolation
The Birth of Alexander; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Lille (written), France; about 1470 - 1475; Tempera colors

Alexander Fights Town Sudracae Master Jardin de vertueuse
Alexander Fights in the Town of the Sudracae; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant (Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century); Bruges (illuminated)

Bullfights Bullfighter Mounted Shoulders Assistant
Bullfights: A Bullfighter Mounted on the Shoulders of an Assistant, Spearing a Bull, 1876. Francisco de Goya (Spanish, 1746-1828). Engraving

Siege La Rochelle Plate 13 1628-1630 Assistant
The Siege of La Rochelle: Plate 13, 1628-1630. Assistant of Jacques Callot (French, 1592-1635). Engraving; sheet: 63.9 x 20 cm (25 3/16 x 7 7/8 in.); platemark: 56.8 x 16.3 cm (22 3/8 x 6 7/16 in.)

Artist Assistant Pipe 1853-1857 Frank Chauvassaignes
Artist (or Assistant) with Pipe, 1853-1857. Frank Chauvassaignes (French). Salt print from wet collodion negative; image: 21 x 15.7 cm (8 1/4 x 6 3/16 in.); mounted

A Satire On Womens Extreme Hairdos In 18Th Century Paris. A Servant Walks Behind Holding The Hair In Place With A Forked Stick. From Xviii Siecle Institutions, Usages Et Costumes, Published Paris 1875

The Dressing Of The Attorneys Clerk. After A Satirical Work By Carle Vernet. From Xviii Siecle Institutions, Usages Et Costumes, Published Paris 1875

The Proctor And Parator. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J. R. Green Published London 1893
The Proctor And Parator. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green Published London 1893

Ormsby Mcknight Mitchel 1810 To 1862. American Lawyer And Union Major General During Civil War. Assistant Professor Of Mathematics, Philosophy, And Astronomy At Cincinnati College

Comic postcard, Mother and son in department store Date: 20th century

A H Raney, Berea Scout Troop, Durban, South Africa
A H Raney, Assistant Scoutmaster, Berea Scout Troop, Durban, South Africa

A E Crook, Germiston Scout Troop, Johannesburg
A E Crook, Assistant Scoutmaster, Germiston Scout Troop, Johannesburg, South Africa

A A Waterman, Hillbrow Scout Troop, Johannesburg
A A Waterman, Assistant Scoutmaster, Hillbrow Scout Troop, Johannesburg, South Africa

A Charlatan, early 1780s. Artist: Philibert Louis Debucourt
A Charlatan, early 1780s. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Sir John Simon and Mayor of Pudsey talk to Commandant Coulon
Sir John Simon (John Allsebrook Simon, 1st Viscount Simon) (1873-1954) and the Mayor of Pudsey talk to Commandant Coulon (Assistant French Military attache)

Air raid on Oxford Street
The front cover of The Bystander features a shop assistant rescuing two mannequins after an Oxford Street department store is hit by a Luftwaffe bombing raid

Graham and Withers butchers shop, Bromley, Kent
Arthur Graham and Albert William Withers, butchers shop, 80 College Road, Bromley, Kent -- an amazing array of meat and poultry, with shop owners and assistants standing ready to serve

Adrian Brunel, film director
Adrian Brunel (1892-1958), English film director and screenwriter, who began his career during the silent movie era. Seen here on the set of The First of The Few

Tanzania, Dar es Salaam - Emperor Hotel (Kaiserhof), Waiter
Tanzania, Dar es Salaam - Emperor Hotel (Kaiserhof), A young waiter carrying a large glass of something interesting... Date: circa 1908

Admiral Sir Harold Burrough, Minden, Germany, WW2
Admiral Sir Harold Burrough (1889-1977), Assistant Chief of Naval Staff to the Royal Navy -- birthday party, Minden, Germany, July 1945. 1945

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"Unsung Heroes: The Vital Role of the Assistant Throughout History" From bricklayers in 1827 to the brave engineers aboard the ill-fated Titanic, assistants have played a crucial role in various fields. Just like Sherlock Holmes relied on his trusted companion Dr. John Watson, these unsung heroes have supported and aided their counterparts throughout history. In an illustration by Sidney Paget for Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Adventure of Silver Blaze" (1892), we catch a glimpse of Holmes and Watson working together to solve mysteries that baffle others. Their partnership exemplifies the power of collaboration between mastermind and assistant. While some assistants worked alongside skilled craftsmen like those at Meccano, Barley & Son in Bath, others embraced modern technology such as electric chainsaws to enhance productivity. These individuals were instrumental in revolutionizing industries with their innovative approaches. Horrockses, Crewdson & Co Ltd from Preston, Lancashire employed dedicated assistants who contributed to the creation of exquisite fabrics like St. Luke painting the Virgin (1602). Their attention to detail ensured that every stroke was captured flawlessly on canvas or panel. Not all assistants were confined to artistic endeavors; some found themselves immersed in historical events. Take Jeremiah dictating his prophecies to Baruch (650-585 BC) – an example of how even prophets needed assistance when conveying divine messages. In moments of frustration or humor, assistants also made their mark. H. M Bateman's depiction shows a shop assistant losing his temper – reminding us that even those who assist can sometimes be pushed beyond their limits. Assistantship extended beyond professional realms as well; Lady Cynthia Colville is seen with her loyal companions David, Philip, and Jock - highlighting how personal aides provided support and companionship within aristocratic circles. Finally, let us not forget the royal treasure guarded by diligent assistants - gold, silver lapis lazuli obsidian adorning splendid swords of kings.