Courteous Collection

The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho)
473030 The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1. A Scouts honour is to be trusted. 2)

Un locataire qui paye exactement son terme, 1847. Creator: Honore Daumier
Un locataire qui paye exactement son terme, 1847. A tenant who pays his rent right on time. (Landlord stands aside out of politeness). From Locataires et proprietaires, no. 21

Courteousness (Rei), from the series "Five Virtues in the Manners of Women... c. 1781/1801
Courteousness (Rei), from the series "Five Virtues in the Manners of Women (Fuzoku onna gojo)", Japan, c. 1781/1801

Louis XVI received by the new Mayor of Paris, July 17 1789, (19th / early 20th century). Artist: Jean-Paul Laurens
Louis XVI is received by the new Mayor of Paris, Jean Sylvain Bailly, July 17 1789 (19th/early 20th century). One of the instigators of the Oath of the Tennis Court

Courteous Gent assists a young lady climbing over a stile
Allow me! - A courteous Gentleman assist a young lady as she crosses a stile. Date: circa 1909

Courteousness (Rei), from the series "Five Cardinal Virtues", 1767
Courteousness (Rei), from the series " Five Cardinal Virtues", 1767

Soldier and woman in Georgian dress: advertisement for Sunlight soap (colour litho)
5235422 Soldier and woman in Georgian dress: advertisement for Sunlight soap (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldier and woman in Georgian dress)

A Scout is a Friend to Animals, 1929 (colour litho)
472976 A Scout is a Friend to Animals, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 6th Scout Law)

A Scene on the Grand Canal, Venice, 1898
A greeting on the water - a chap raises his boater and takes the hand of a lady passing in a gondola on the Grand Canal in Venice. Date: 1898

A Scout Helps Others, 1929 (colour litho)
472973 A Scout Helps Others, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 3rd Scout Law: A Scout is helpful to others)

A Scout is Clean, 1929 (colour litho)
472979 A Scout is Clean, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tenth Scout Law: A Scout is clean in thought)

A Scout is Loyal, 1929 (colour litho)
472978 A Scout is Loyal, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd Scout law: A Scout is Loyal to the King/Queen, to his/her Country, his/her parents)

A Scout Obeys Orders without Question, 1929 (colour litho)
472977 A Scout Obeys Orders without Question, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 7th Scout Law)

A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho)
472975 A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 5th Scout Law)

"He never was the courteous knight, / To say, Fair maid, will ye ride? "(colour litho)
6020122 " He never was the courteous knight, / To say, Fair maid, will ye ride? " (colour litho) by Shaw, Byam (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The farewell of the troops, miniature in the first chapter of the Chronicles of France, Paris manuscript, 1493, copy of the work in which the events occurred in Europe between 1225

The Mother of the Gracchi, c1780. Artist: Joseph Benoit Suvee
The Mother of the Gracchi, c1780. Cornelia, mother of the Gracchi, presents her children, saying: Here are my riches and my jewels. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Verney Lovett Cameron, traveller in Africa
Verney Lovett Cameron (1844-1894), traveller in Central Africa, the first European to cross equatorial Africa from coast to coast

The Four Times of the Day: Morning, 1739. Artist: Nicolas Lancret
The Four Times of the Day: Morning, 1739. From the National Gallery, London

Bayard at Prayer
PIERRE DE TERRAIL BAYARD, French soldier renowned for his fearless but also courteous nature, depicted at a prie-dieu. Date: 1473? - 1524

Walter Talbot Kerr
Lord WALTER TALBOT KERR British naval commander, described as as courteous and clever as he is brave. Date: 1839 - 1927

Mephistopheles, Martha and Marguerite, from Goethes Faust, 1828, (illustration)
XIR60201 Mephistopheles, Martha and Marguerite, from Goethes Faust, 1828, (illustration), (b/w photo of lithograph) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); Bibliotheque des Beaux-Arts

The Fox and the Stork, illustration to Aesops Fables, 1666 (etching)
XJF618934 The Fox and the Stork, illustration to Aesops Fables, 1666 (etching) by Barlow, Francis (1626-1702); Private Collection; (add.info.: The stork drinks out of a narrow-necked vial)

Air, Nicolaes Jansz. Clock, 1597

Society Callers at Chesterfield House Miss Megan Lloyd George 9 March 1923

Some General Favourites, duing the General Strike
Believed to have come from Oxford, Cambridge and other " health resorts", London will not soon forget these cheery knights of the road

Retort Courteous or the disloyal address returned without ceremony

Cuban man with cigar, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

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"Embracing the Virtue of Courteousness: A Journey through Time and Cultures" In this captivating collection of images, we are reminded of the timeless importance of being courteous. From ancient Japan to bustling Venice, from African expeditions to Georgian England, these diverse scenes depict individuals embodying the essence of courtesy. The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho), serve as a guiding light for young scouts in their quest to become well-rounded individuals. Among these laws is "A Scout is Courteous, " reminding us that kindness and respect should be extended to all. In one image, a Courteous Gent assists a young lady climbing over a stile. This small act exemplifies chivalry and consideration towards others, regardless of gender or circumstance. Verney Lovett Cameron's adventures in Africa highlight his commitment to treating others with dignity and respect. His encounters with different cultures emphasize the importance of understanding and appreciating diversity while maintaining an attitude of courtesy. The series "Five Cardinal Virtues, " 1767, includes an artwork titled "Courteousness (Rei). " Here we witness how politeness can transcend time and cultural boundaries as it remains universally valued throughout history. Even advertisements promote courteous behavior; one featuring a soldier assisting a woman in Georgian dress showcases Sunlight soap's association with cleanliness but also emphasizes the significance placed on good manners during that era. Scouts are not only encouraged to befriend animals but also taught how important it is to treat them courteously. The image depicting "A Scout is a Friend to Animals" reminds us that compassion extends beyond human interactions. As we embark on A Scene on the Grand Canal in Venice from 1898, we observe people engaging respectfully with each other amidst the vibrant cityscape. Politeness becomes an integral part of fostering harmonious relationships within any community or setting. "A Scout Helps Others" showcases selflessness intertwined with courtesy.