Communicating Collection (#8)

Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. Artist: Gerard Terborch II
Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. From a private collection

The Annunciation, 16th century. Museu Nacional de Soares dos Reis, Portugal

The Parable of the Labourers in the Vineyard, 1637. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Parable of the Labourers in the Vineyard, 1637. From the Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia

Saul and the Witch of Endor, 1792. Scene from the Bible (1 Samuel 28). Saul tries to contact dead Samuel through the witch

Flower Sellers of Seville. Artist: Jose Rico Tejedo
Flower Sellers of Seville. From the Museum of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain

Picture No. 11992783
Waved Albatross - Greeting on arrival at nest - Espanola Island - Galapagos Islands Waved Albatross - Greeting on arrival at nest - Espanola Island - Galapagos Islands Date:

Picture No. 11992784
Waved Albatross - Greeting on arrival at nest - Espanola Island - Galapagos Islands Waved Albatross - Greeting on arrival at nest - Espanola Island - Galapagos Islands Date:

Naval Signals - Commercial Code Signalling - How are you?
Naval Code Signals - Signalling Flags - How are you? Commercial Code Flags (1857-1900). How are you is signalled (apprently) by the code letters D, W and F. Date: circa 1900

National Flags and international code of signals flags circa 1910

The Kiss Call by Fred Thomson
Promotional postcard for The Kiss Call by Fred Thomson from Le Coup de Telephone, a farce, by Paul Gavault and Georges Beer; music Ivan Caryll. First produced at the Gaiety Theatre, 8th October 1919

Bottlenose Dolphin - Female (Mother) communicating with Newborn Baby / Calf immediately after birth, keeping the baby under water to control its breathing (Tursiops truncatus)

Russian Soldier Using Semaphore
A lone Russian soldier atop a hill using Semaphore flags to communicate to other sections of the Russian forces in the 1904/5 Russo-Japanese War. Date: 1905

Herd of Indian / Asian Elephants, Corbett National Park, India
Herd of Indian Asian Elephants, Corbett National Park, India

Indian / Asian Elephant, communicating with the herd, Corbett National Park, India
Indian Asian Elephant, communicating with the herd, Corbett National Park, India

Illustration, rotary dial telephone

The International Fisheries Exhibition at Edinburgh: 1
THE INTERNATIONAL FISHERIES EXHIBITION AT EDINBURGH: 1. Model of a Coble, and a Weir Shot Net used in the Tweed Salmon Fisheries; 2. Henrys Breechloading Harpoon Gun (Gold Medal); 3

Source Size = 3796 x 852
THE REBELLION IN THE SOUDAN (SUDAN): THE LANDING PLACE AT SUAKIM; 1. Governors House. 2. Custom House. 3. Egyptian Telegraph Office. 4

Source Size = 3826 x 2543
Egypt; Alexandria, Defence Preparations at the Waterworks: Steam Jets Outside the Boiler Room (Left); Alexandria, Telephone on Board H.M.s

Senior woman with netbook and headset lying in a hammock

Young woman speaking on her mobile phone, smiling

Young woman speaking on her mobile phone

Boy writing a text message

Two girlfriends, teenagers, sitting on the floor, leaning against a wall and writing text message on their mobile phones, Menton, Provence-Alpes-Cote dAzur, France

Two girlfriends, teenagers, sitting on a wall and reading a text message on the mobile phone, Menton, Provence-Alpes-Cote dAzur, France

Two girlfriends, teenagers, sitting on the beach, Menton, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence Alpes, France

Coins arranged in dollar sign
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Coins arranged to form dollar symbol. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Dog holding newspaper
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Mixed breed dog holding newspaper in mouth. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Poodle wearing hat, holding pipe in mouth
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Poodle dog with pipe in mouth, wearing green paper party hat for St Patricks Day. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Schoolboy study
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1890s: Group of schoolboys wearing suits, sitting around long table, with books. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Communication - Far easier for the younger generation, even in 1903! The little girl: " Grandmother, Dad said he did not want to kiss you, by phone" - the response is a miserable Granny

Picture No. 11051121
Indian Elephant communicating Corbett National Park, India Date:

BE-631 Captive polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow and cub pause from nursing. Hogle Zoo
USA, Utah, Salt Lake City, Hogle Zoo, Captive polar bear cub pauses from nursing

A pair of sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis) wintering in New Mexico in wintertime
Courting pair of Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) in pond, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

South America, Falkland Islands Black-browed albatross (Diomedea melanophris) close-up, yawning

N. A, Canada, Manitoba, Churchill Polar Bears
N.A, Canada, Manitoba, Churchill Polar Bears

Australia Two budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus) Note: May not be sold in France
Australia Two budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus)

Wood Duck chick (Aix sponsa), standing with its beak open

A white kitten and a guinea pig side by side looking at each other

Pair of blue Glossy Starlings (Lamprotornis sp. ) facing each other, front view
Pair of blue Glossy Starlings (Lamprotornis sp.) facing each other, front view

Nerve synapse, artwork C017 / 3427
Nerve synapse. Computer artwork of of a junction, or synapse, between two nerve cells (neurons). As the electrical signal reaches the presynaptic end of a neuron it triggers the release of

Nerve synapse, artwork C017 / 3428
Nerve synapse. Computer artwork of of a junction, or synapse, between two nerve cells (neurons). As the electrical signal reaches the presynaptic end of a neuron it triggers the release of

Brain and nerve cells, neural network F006 / 3585
Computer artwork of a frontal view of a human brain. In the background a neural network of nerve cells firing

Ant communication, SEM
Ant communication. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of three wood or heathland ants (Formica fusca) communicating. Ants are social insects that form large colonies

Ant communication, SEM Z345 / 0557
Ant communication. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two wood or heathland ants (Formica fusca) communicating. Ants are social insects that form large colonies

Brain, neural network F007 / 0946
Neural network. Computer artwork of a brain in side view, with the brains neural network represented by lines and flashes. A neural network is made up of nerve cells (neurons)

Nerve synapse, computer artwork C017 / 3429
Nerve synapse. Conceptual computer artwork of a synapse between two nerve cells or neurons. Neurons are responsible for passing information around the central nervous system (CNS)

Internet, conceptual artwork C016 / 7688
Internet, conceptual computer artwork

Business lifestyle, conceptual artwork
Business lifestyle. Conceptual artwork of a suited rodent using a mobile phone, with a hamster wheel in the background. This image represents a fast-paced modern business lifestyle

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"Communicating: Bridging the Gap Between Science and Society" In a world where knowledge is power, communication becomes the key to unlocking its potential. Just like particle physics equations that unravel the mysteries of our universe, effective communication holds immense power in connecting people and ideas. Amidst a serene snowy landscape, a red letterbox and telephone box stand as silent witnesses to countless conversations held within their walls. From heartfelt confessions to urgent messages, these iconic symbols remind us of the importance of staying connected even in the harshest conditions. A vintage carrier pigeon poster captures an age-old method of communication, reminding us that innovation often stems from necessity. In contrast, an eye examination symbolizes how clear communication enables us to understand one another's perspectives with clarity and empathy. The image of a train driver on an intercom takes us back to South Yorkshire in 1964 when technology allowed voices to travel across distances effortlessly. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our constant pursuit of improving connections. The Channel Tunnel emerges as a modern marvel - proof that barriers can be overcome through collaboration and effective communication between nations. Similarly, Konstantin Buteyko's work reminds us that language transcends borders; his Soviet medical breakthroughs continue saving lives worldwide today. Breaking bad news is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging tasks. Yet it is through compassionate dialogue that we find solace amidst difficult times - offering support and understanding when words fail us. An early telephone depicted in historical artwork showcases how far we have come since Alexander Graham Bell's invention revolutionized global connectivity forever. It stands as a reminder that every conversation has the potential for greatness if given proper attention. In moments both big and small, such as parents kissing their baby boy or British soldiers using heliographs in Africa during wartime, communicating becomes not just about exchanging information but also conveying love, hope, courage – emotions beyond words alone. Ultimately, the thread that weaves together the fabric of society.