Capricious Collection

An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). Artist: W Heath Robinson
An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). From The Wonder Book of Aircraft for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co. Limited, London, Melbourne and Toronto, 1919]

Tsunami warning sign, Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

The Capricious Child (L'Enfant Capricieux), 1804. Creator: Marguerite Gerard
The Capricious Child (L'Enfant Capricieux), 1804.

Travelers on a Wooded Path with a Border of Whimsical Figures and Monkeys, 1895. Creator: Henri-Joseph Harpignies
Travelers on a Wooded Path with a Border of Whimsical Figures and Monkeys, 1895

The Bearers of Bad News (colour litho)
2795869 The Bearers of Bad News (colour litho) by Lecomte du Nouy, Jean Jules Antoine (1842-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bearers of Bad News)

The Ladies Bill of Fare, or, a Copious Collection of Beaux, 1795. Creator: Unknown
The Ladies Bill of Fare, or, a Copious Collection of Beaux, 1795

Scene from Les Caprices de Marianne, a play by Alfred de Musset (engraving)
977907 Scene from Les Caprices de Marianne, a play by Alfred de Musset (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Les Caprices de Marianne)

The Duchess of Alba, a suppressed plate entitled Dreams of Lies and Inconstancy
BBC193311 The Duchess of Alba, a suppressed plate entitled Dreams of Lies and Inconstancy, from the Los Caprichos series, 1797-99 (etching) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Prado

Choose Your Fiancee (colour photo)
3094345 Choose Your Fiancee (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Choose Your Fiancee. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

"There was a Young Lady of Turkey, who wept when the weather was murky", from A Book of Nonsense
LLM386692 " There was a Young Lady of Turkey, who wept when the weather was murky", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co

Fortuna, statue in the Vatican, illustration from History of Rome by Victor Duruy
LLM438600 Fortuna, statue in the Vatican, illustration from History of Rome by Victor Duruy, published 1884 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

Wheel of Fortune. Miniature, 15th century. France
Wheel of Fortune or Rota Fortuane. Concept in medieval and anceint philosophy referring to the capricious nature of Fate. Miniature, 15th century. France

Chimneypiece Egyptian style Mummy superimposed
Artokoloro

Chimneypiece Architrave decorated Greek key motif
Artokoloro

Chimneypiece Affronted griffons lintel candelabra
Artokoloro

The Language of Hats
A French postcard describing the Language of Hats !! Date: circa 1908

The Barometer
A modern girls moods change with the weather

Lear / Nonsense / Turkey
There was a Young Lady of Turkey, who wept when the weather was murky; When the day turned out fine, she ceased to repine, that capricious Young Lady of Turkey

Alligator in pond watching, Parque Nacional Madidi, Bolivia, South America

Glacier ice melting and icebergs at Perito Moreno, Moreno Glacier, Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patagonia, Argentina, South America

Goat (Bewick)
capra hircus COMMON GOAT A lively, playful, and capricious creature (did Bewick intend the pun ?) and a very useful one

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"Captivating Capriciousness: A Journey through Time and Emotion" Step into a world where the whims of fate reign supreme, as depicted in "An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future" by W Heath Robinson. This imaginative artwork from c1918 (1919) transports us to an era where cricket takes flight, echoing the capricious nature of life itself. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter a warning sign that foretells the unpredictable might of nature - a tsunami. Its presence reminds us that even amidst our carefully constructed plans, forces beyond our control can swiftly alter our course. The concept of caprice transcends time, as evidenced by two 15th-century miniatures from France depicting the enigmatic "Wheel of Fortune. " These intricate artworks depict how fortunes rise and fall with every spin, reminding us that life's twists and turns are often beyond our grasp. In another scene titled "The Bearers of Bad News, " we witness the delicate balance between joy and sorrow. The bearer's solemn expression hints at their role in delivering unwelcome tidings – yet another reminder that life is filled with unexpected shifts. "The Ladies Bill of Fare" transports us to 1795 when societal norms dictated women's choices. Yet within this seemingly rigid framework lies an undercurrent of unpredictability – for what may be deemed fashionable today could easily become passé tomorrow. Alfred de Musset's play "Les Caprices de Marianne" explores human fickleness through its characters' ever-changing desires. Their emotional rollercoaster serves as a poignant reflection on how quickly affections can shift like sand beneath one's feet. "The Duchess of Alba, " suppressed plate entitled "Dreams of Lies and Inconstancy, " captures both intrigue and volatility in one image. It whispers secrets about hidden desires and clandestine affairs - proof that even those who seem steadfast may harbor capricious hearts.