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Creative Occupation Collection

"Unleashing the Imagination: Exploring the World of Creative Occupations" Step into the captivating world of creative occupations

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, Author and the Publisher

Victorian satirical cartoon, Author and the Publisher
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon on the Author and the Publisher. Fat and greedy Publisher eating the brains of a staving author

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Victor Hugo, French poet, novelist

Victor Hugo, French poet, novelist
Vintage engraving of Victor Marie Hugo was a French poet, novelist, and dramatist of the Romantic movement. Hugo is considered to be one of the greatest and best-known French writers

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Victor Hugo in exile on Guernsey

Victor Hugo in exile on Guernsey
Vintage engraving of Victor Hugo in exile on Guernsey. The Graphic, 1874

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: French satirical cartoon of Emile Zola

French satirical cartoon of Emile Zola
Vintage engraving of a French satirical cartoon of Emile Zola. A French novelist, playwright, journalist, the best-known practitioner of the literary school of naturalism

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Lewis Carroll

Lewis Carroll
Vintage engraving of Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) the author of Alice in Wonderland, Age 49

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Eminent Victorians - Portrait of Robert Browning

Eminent Victorians - Portrait of Robert Browning
Vintage colour engraving of Robert Browning (7 May 1812 to 12 December 1889) was an English poet and playwright whose mastery of the dramatic monologue made him one of the foremost Victorian poets

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: La Fontaines Fables - King Gaster and the Members

La Fontaines Fables - King Gaster and the Members
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. King Gaster and the Members

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Blondel de Nesle

Blondel de Nesle
" Vintage engraving showing a scene from the third crusade Blondel hears the voice of the imprisoned Richard the Lionheart

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: La Fontaines Fables - The Power of Fables

La Fontaines Fables - The Power of Fables
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Power of Fables

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Hubert Morett Goldsmith of Henry VIII

Hubert Morett Goldsmith of Henry VIII
Vintage engraving of Hubert Morett Goldsmith of Henry VIII by Hans Hobein

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Saint Jerome in his Cell

Saint Jerome in his Cell
" Vintage engraving by Albert Durer 1498 Saint Jerome in his Cell. Saint Jerome was an Illyrian Christian priest and apologist

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Voltaire, French Writer And Philosopher

Voltaire, French Writer And Philosopher
Francois Marie Arouet de Voltaire (1694 - 1778)

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Portrait of Ralph Waldo Emerson

Portrait of Ralph Waldo Emerson
Vintage engraving of Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1803 to 1882. An American essayist, lecturer, and poet, who led the Transcendentalist movement of the mid-19th century. The London Illustrated News, 1882

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: H. G. Wells

H. G. Wells
Portrait of H. G. Wells, 1899. Herbert George " H. G." Wells was a prolific English writer, now best remembered for his science fiction novels

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Portrait of William Shakespeare

Portrait of William Shakespeare
This 1849 vintage print features the portrait of William Shakespeare

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Vanity Fair Print of Alfred, Lord Tennyson

Vanity Fair Print of Alfred, Lord Tennyson
Victorian caricature of Alfred, Lord Tennyson, who was Poet Laureate of Great Britain and Ireland during much of Queen Victorias reign and remains one of the most popular British poets

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Vanity Fair Print of George Whyte-Melville

Vanity Fair Print of George Whyte-Melville
Victorian caricature of George John Whyte-Melville, a Scottish novelist of the sporting-field and a poet. By James Tissot. Vanity Fair 1871

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Leonardo da Vinci (XXXL)

Leonardo da Vinci (XXXL)
Leonardo da Vinci

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Charles Dickens - Dombey and Son

Charles Dickens - Dombey and Son
Vintage colour engraving from Charles Dickens story Dombey and Son. Paul also asked him, as a practical man, what he thought about King Alfreds of measuring time by the burning of candles

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Charles Dickens Engraving

Charles Dickens Engraving
Engraved Illustrations of Charles Dickens Engraving from Collieras Unabridged Edition of The Works of Charles Dickens. Volume 1, Including Oliver Twist, David Copperfield and Our Mutual Friend

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Portrait of Charles Dickens

Portrait of Charles Dickens
Vintage engraving of Charles Dickens at the age of 27. An English writer and social critic. He created some of the worlds best-known fictional characters

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: The Distrest Poet by William Hogarth

The Distrest Poet by William Hogarth
Vintage engraving of The Distrest Poet by William Hogarth. It depicts a scene in a small, dingy attic room where a poet sits at his desk in the dormer and, scratching his head

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, Society Poets full of Hot Air

Victorian satirical cartoon, Society Poets full of Hot Air
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon on Society Poets full of Hot Air. Their ambiguities I wis, Their paltry themes do well express: They soar on nothing, just like this

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Victorian satire, In Life, Neglect, In Death Respect

Victorian satire, In Life, Neglect, In Death Respect
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satire, In Life, Neglect, In Death Respect

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: 3 young women observe a fourth draw artwork in portfolio

3 young women observe a fourth draw artwork in portfolio
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: 3 young women observe a fourth draw artwork in portfolio

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens
Portrait of Charles Dickens. Engraving from 1870 photo by D Walker

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Famous Writers - Dickens, Wadsworth Wadsworth Longfellow & Bulwer

Famous Writers - Dickens, Wadsworth Wadsworth Longfellow & Bulwer
Vintage engraving from 1874 showing Charles Dickens, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and Henry Bulwer

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Hand Colored Charles Dickens Engraving

Hand Colored Charles Dickens Engraving
Engraved Illustrations of beautifully hand-colored Charles Dickens Engraving from Collieras Unabridged Edition of The Works of Charles Dickens

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Music festival crowd

Music festival crowd
Rui Almeida Photography, 582220081

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Minimalism girl holding a balloon

Minimalism girl holding a balloon
Rui Almeida Photography, 582219391

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Eugene Gladstone O Neil (1888 - 1953)

Eugene Gladstone O Neil (1888 - 1953) American playwright

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Jules Verne (1828 - 1905)

Jules Verne (1828 - 1905) French adventure and science fiction writer. Photograph published London c1880. Woodburytype

Background imageCreative Occupation Collection: Eugene Gladstone O Neil (1888 - 1953) writer

Eugene Gladstone O Neil (1888 - 1953) writer
Eugene Gladstone O Neil (1888 - 1953) American playwright



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"Unleashing the Imagination: Exploring the World of Creative Occupations" Step into the captivating world of creative occupations, where genius minds and artistic souls converge to shape history. From eminent Victorians like Robert Browning, whose portrait captures his poetic essence, to Jules Verne's visionary tales that transported readers beyond their wildest dreams. Delve into Victorian satire through a thought-provoking cartoon depicting the complex relationship between an author and publisher. Witness Victor Hugo's exile on Guernsey, a period that fueled his literary masterpieces with passion and resilience. A French satirical cartoon of Emile Zola showcases the power of words in challenging societal norms. Discover La Fontaine's timeless fables as they come alive - from King Gaster and the Members teaching us about leadership to Blondel de Nesle reminding us of loyalty's strength. The enchanting tale "The Power of Fables" reminds us how storytelling can inspire change. Witness Hubert Morett, goldsmith to Henry VIII, crafting intricate pieces that stood as symbols of wealth and power. Step into Saint Jerome's secluded cell where he found solace in translating ancient texts while Voltaire challenged conventions with his writings as a philosopher extraordinaire. Finally, Ralph Waldo Emerson's portrait captures his profound intellect and transcendentalist beliefs that continue to resonate today. These remarkable individuals remind us that creativity knows no bounds - it is an occupation that shapes our past, present, and future. In this vibrant tapestry woven by creative occupations throughout history, we are reminded not only of their immense contributions but also encouraged to embrace our own imaginative potential. Let these hints be your guide as you embark on your own journey towards self-expression and innovation in whatever path you choose.