Complacent Collection

Close-up of a cows head
Close-up focussing on the eye of a cow with half of its head showing

So calm are we when passions are no more, illustration from The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads
IL314809 So calm are we when passions are no more, illustration from The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads, published by Hodder and Stoughton, c.1910 (colour litho) by Fortescue-Brickdale

Portrait of a Gentleman, Half Length, in Armour, a White Jabot and Crimson Wrap
659263 Portrait of a Gentleman, Half Length, in Armour, a White Jabot and Crimson Wrap, in a Painted Oval, (oil on canvas) by Nattier, Jean-Marc (1685-1766) (attr)

The Kettle Hooting the Porridge-Pot, published by P. J. Leatherhead in 1782
NCO191214 The Kettle Hooting the Porridge-Pot, published by P.J. Leatherhead in 1782 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815)

Brown Bear Resting Katmai Natl Park Southwest Alaska Summer Portrait

Cartoon, No need to worry, WW1
Cartoon, No need to worry, showing various complacent people, soldiers and civilians, thinking that war isn t such a bad thing, as they themselves are doing all right. Date: 1916

Portrait of John Maitland (1616-82) Duke of Lauderdale, (oil on canvas)
XCF267489 Portrait of John Maitland (1616-82) Duke of Lauderdale, (oil on canvas) by Huysmans, Jacob (c.1633-96); 127.0x99.7 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

Origin Species, CH Bennett, Courting man - frog
He would a-wooing go. Satire on Darwins Origin of Species showing the evolution of a rotund man, from a frog. Middle aged

Fable - The Tortoise and the Hare
The complacent hare takes a nap under a tree while the Tortoise romps home in this cautionary tale advocating the slow and steady over the fast and flippant. Illustration by Malcolm Greensmith

Polluted London Water
THE CITY NARCISSUS Punch accuses Londons officials of being too self-satisfied to realise the danger to the the citys health from the polluted water of the Thames

Extravagant Wife
The complacent husband and the spendthrift wife - tradespeople queuing at the door with expensive clothes and other wares

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"Complacent: A serene state of mind, where passions cease to stir" In the close-up of a cow's head, we witness the epitome of complacency. With its tranquil gaze and contented demeanor, it embodies a peaceful existence untouched by worldly concerns. An illustration from The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads showcases a scene where complacency reigns supreme. So calm are we when passions are no more; our souls find solace in the harmonious melodies that echo through time. A portrait of a gentleman in armor, adorned with a white jabot and crimson wrap, exudes an air of self-assurance. His unwavering composure reflects his complacent stance amidst life's challenges. "The Kettle Hooting the Porridge-Pot, " published centuries ago, captures the essence of domestic tranquility. As these household objects engage in their daily routine without worry or strife, they symbolize the beauty found within simple moments. However, not all instances of complacency carry positive connotations. Marcus Furius Camillus breaking treaties with Gauls reminds us that unchecked contentment can lead to moral compromise and betrayal. During World War I, a cartoon humorously suggests that there is no need to worry when one becomes too comfortable in their circumstances. Yet this lighthearted take serves as a cautionary reminder against becoming overly complacent during times of crisis. A brown bear resting peacefully in Katmai National Park represents nature's embodiment of serenity. Unbothered by external disturbances or worries about tomorrow, it teaches us how embracing stillness can bring profound peace. The portrait of John Maitland Duke Lauderdale depicts him as an influential figure who navigated political complexities with ease. His poised countenance reveals his ability to remain composed even amidst turbulent times – an emblematic display of personal complacency amid chaos. Charles Darwin's "Origin Species" introduces us to courtship rituals in the animal kingdom.