Chance Collection (#8)

British Troops Taking A Chance And Making A Dash For It Crossing Space Controlled By Enemy Fire

Light Streaming Through A Door

Henkels Leaf-Tailed Gecko In Mid Leap; Madagascar

Close-Up Of Blackjack Playing Cards Showing Spades Royal Flush

Man Having to Choose between the Virtues and Vices, 1635. Artist: Francken, Frans, the Younger (1581-1642)
Man Having to Choose between the Virtues and Vices, 1635. From a private collection

anticipation, australia, ball, casino, chance, close up, color image, copy space
Ball bouncing on roulette wheel

WW2 Poster -- Mosquitoes Mean Malaria
but my dear! You must try the troops. Don t give them the chance - Mosquitoes Mean Malaria! Colour lithograph poster after 2nd Lt Stacey Hopper

Allegory of Fortune. Lippi, Lorenzo 1606-1665. The depiction of a human figure personifying an abstract concept such as youth or beauty is called an allegory

Taken back by the sea
Old remains of human activity slowly taken back by the Waddensea

Taking advantage of the situation... Street Lad - " Do you want an Errand Boy?" Shopkeeper - " No." Street Lad - " Yus you do, yours as just been runned over." !!

Hobble skirt fashion victim
A fashionable ladys vision and gait is impaired by her enormous hat and tight hobble skirt. A chance encounter with a gentlemen friend, also out walking his dog, saves the day. Date: 1911

Illustration telling the story of Chance the Fire Dog: Stop me not, but onward let me jog, For I am the London Firemens Dog

A Vendor At Playland In SF
San Francisco, California: c. 1954. One of the game vendors in the arcade at Playland At The Beach in San Francisco

Italy, Treviso, Theseus and Pirithous playing dice for Helen, 1831
Odorico Politi (1785-1846), Theseus and Pirithous Playing Dice for Helen, 1831

The Good Samaritan, ca 1562-1563. Artist: Bassano, Jacopo, il vecchio (ca. 1510-1592)
The Good Samaritan, ca 1562-1563. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Worship of the Egyptian Bull God, Apis, c. 1500. Artist: Lippi, Filippino, (School)
The Worship of the Egyptian Bull God, Apis, c. 1500. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Dream of Human Life, after 1533. Artist: Buonarroti, Michelangelo, (School)
The Dream of Human Life, after 1533. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Fight of the Money-Bags and the Coffers, c. 1560. Artist: Heyden, Pieter, van der (1538-1572)
Fight of the Money-Bags and the Coffers, c. 1560. From a private collection

Resentment of Chinese in gold mining areas of United States, 1875
Resentment of Chinese in gold mining areas of United States. The Heathen Chinee was accused of cheating at cards. After print by Currier and Ives published 1875

Dice Makers Workshop, 16th century. Artist: Jost Amman
Dice Makers Workshop, 16th century

Cartoon, departure of Henry Irving for America
Cartoon, departure of the actor-manager Henry Irving for America -- With Henry leaving, there is a fine chance for some of our legitimate actors. 1883

The Gamblers, c. 1640, by David Teniers the Younger (1610-16
David Teniers the Younger (1610-1690). Flemish painter. The Gamblers, c. 1640. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Cartoon, Burnand, Byron and Sims in hospital -- All In
Cartoon, three prominent writers ill in hospital -- F C Burnand (1836-1917), H J Byron (1835-1884) and G R Sims (1847-1922)

Ascending ski slope 1931
Who needs ski lifts? Ascending the slopes in a horse-drawn sleigh, a young woman gets a chance to apply some lipstick so that she looks her best on the way down. Date: 1931

Peril! Tsar Nicholas II can t understand that the Duma is Russias only chance. Date: 1906

Enthusiast Preaching
Sunday Work which ought to be prohibited - a sectarian preacher harangues his congregation while a pickpocket seizes his chance - and a handkerchief ! Date: 1793

Jack Londons Rendezvous, Oakland, California, USA
Jack Londons Rendezvous, Heinolds First and Last Chance Bar, Webster Street, Oakland, San Francisco, California, USA, built from the remains of an old whaling ship. Date: circa 1930s

The Last Chance Saloon. Middlesbrough, 1970s Date: 1970s

Horse & Trap, Chorley, Lancashire, England. Addressed to Bolton Road, Chorley - no stamp and possibly hand delivered - and the tone of the message also suggests that they were nearby

D�de loter�y expresiones de jugadores en los
Dic de loteric y expresiones de jugadores en los dic; de ella.... (Lottery Day. Expressions of players in the days...). Engraving. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Museo de Historia

Suffragette Hammer in Pocket Policeman. Wily suffragette with half concealed hammer sees her chance as policeman sleeps whilst on duty. Although the suffragettes have nt votes

Life saving guide for seamen by G. H. Davis
For those in peril on the sea: a Government guide designed to save the lives of shipwrecked seamen during the Second World War

Scene in the Bank Club, Reno, Nevada, USA. Date: circa 1930

Wheel of Fortune, Nevada, USA. Date: 1940

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"Embracing the Unexpected: A Glimpse into Life's Chances" George Mutch scores for Preston North End at the FA Cup Final, proving that sometimes they are lead to victory on the grandest stage. Arriving at New York, a city where countless dreams are born and opportunities arise with every corner turned - a testament to the power encounters. Ernest Board's "Fortuna" reminds us of how they are sway our lives, as we navigate through its unpredictable twists and turns like a game of snakes and ladders. Contemplating chance in the vast universe, we realize that amidst chaos there lies an intricate web of interconnected events waiting to unfold - reminding us that even in randomness, purpose may emerge. The ideal scientist understands that breakthroughs often come from taking chances; they embrace uncertainty as fuel for discovery and innovation. H Chance Newton's "Keep To The Right" serves as a gentle reminder that sometimes choosing one path over another is simply a matter - but it could make all the difference in our journey. In 1937, artist Michael Chance captures the royal family as not only leaders but also happy dog lovers - showcasing how love can be found unexpectedly, even among those destined by birthright. Amidst snow-covered landscapes, a postman braves treacherous conditions to deliver mail - exemplifying how everyday heroes take chances to ensure connections are maintained despite adversity. Rembrandt van Rhijn's "The Parable of the Rich Fool" teaches us about seizing opportunities wisely; it warns against squandering chances given by fate or fortune without considering their true value. Lucas van Doetechum's depiction of "The Parable of Talents" urges us to recognize and utilize our unique abilities; it emphasizes how taking calculated risks can yield great rewards when opportunity knocks on our door.