Dunk Collection

People sitting on street, Whitechapel, East London
Locals sitting out on the street or chatting with their neighbours. The location is probably at the corner of Old Montague Street and Dunk Street in the Whitechapel area of East London

Street Basketball
Andy Bauer

Comic postcard, Pretty woman and psychiatrist Date: 20th century

Playing Basketball
Andreas Bauer

Captain Newcome is shaved roughly before being dunked in a tub of bilge water on the Equator
6337354 Captain Newcome is shaved roughly before being dunked in a tub of bilge water on the Equator by Williams, Charles (Ansell) (c.1797-1850) (after); (add.info)

Naval rite of passage: Crossing the Line. Johnny is dunked in a bath of bilge water when he first crosses the equator
FLO4989324 Naval rite of passage: Crossing the Line. Johnny is dunked in a bath of bilge water when he first crosses the equator. Sailors are dressed as sea gods Neptune, Amphitrite and Triton

Johnny in the West Indies pursued by a black squadron
English Navy officer fleeing from an angry Massa planter and Quashee enslaved men barndishing cudgels in Jamaica. Captain Newcome waves his bicorn at a rowboat in the bay

Medieval game of diving for apples, while another boy threatens to upend the bench and dunk him in the tub. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports

Medieval games: boy diving for apples on a bench while another boy threatens to upend the bench and dunk the boy in the tub (top)

3 in 1
M.Yulian Amin

"Dunking" (from the series "Metropolis")
Dieter Matthes

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Paulo Medeiros

Spain, Madrid, Eating churros with hot chocolate

Australia, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Dunk Island view over empty beach towards sea with hills in the distance

Ducking stool punishment for a Jamestown woman
Jamestown woman led to the ducking stool for public humiliation, 1600s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

A Baited Pot Crashes Into The Water From Aboard The F / V Centurion In Kachemak Bay, Alaska
A Baited Pot Crashes Into The Water From Aboard The F/V Centurion In Kachemak Bay, Alaska

George Earl Halifax
GEORGE MONTAGU DUNK, earl of HALIFAX statesman, paired with a Mrs D--s--n, perhaps an actress ? Date: 1716 - 1771

Sir Wilfrid Lawson with Labouchere, Healy and Gibson Bowles
The Story of the Wicked Wags (cont.). Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 2nd Baronet (18291906) an English temperance campaigner and radical

The Lady of the Lake - Old Soak fished out of the water
The Lady of the Lake - A Drunken Old Soak is fished out of the water by a dapper gent in a punt. Her bottle heads for the bottom and perhaps the dunking has sobered her up! Date: circa 1915

Clash at the Amex: Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - 2012-13 Pre-Season
Brighton And Hove Albion Past Seasons: Season 2012-13: 2012-13 Pre-Season: Chelsea

A Glance at the Past: Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - 2012-13 Pre-Season Clash
Brighton And Hove Albion Past Seasons: Season 2012-13: 2012-13 Pre-Season: Chelsea

A Clash with the Champions: Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (2012-13)
Brighton And Hove Albion Past Seasons: Season 2012-13: 2012-13 Pre-Season: Chelsea

She made them some broth without any bread
There was an old woman who lived in a shoe, she had so many children... She made them some broth without any bread -- an illustration to the nursery rhyme

Boiled egg in an eggcup, X-ray
Boiled egg. Coloured X-ray of a boiled egg in a metal egg-cup (coil), with a piece of bread being dipped in the yolk

Shakespeare / Janssen / Dunk
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Playwright and poet. Rectangular portrait

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"Dunk: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of "dunk" as we explore its various forms throughout history. From a comic postcard depicting a humorous scene to a pretty woman seeking guidance from her psychiatrist, this word has transcended time. In the 20th century, street basketball became synonymous with dunking, showcasing incredible athleticism and skill. But did you know that even naval rituals involved dunking? Captain Newcome experienced an unforgettable moment when he was shaved roughly before being submerged in a tub of bilge water on the Equator during the crossing of the line ceremony. Johnny's adventures took him to different corners of the world. In one instance, he found himself in the West Indies being pursued by a black squadron while another saw him participating in medieval games like diving for apples. These historical events highlight how dunking has been intertwined with entertainment and tradition. Fast forward to modern times, where art takes center stage. The series "Metropolis" captures the essence of "dunking, " presenting it as an integral part of urban life and culture. But let's not forget about indulging our taste buds. In Spain's capital city Madrid, locals enjoy eating churros dipped in hot chocolate – a delightful treat known as "dunking. " This culinary experience brings people together over shared moments and delicious flavors. Nature also plays its part in our exploration. On Australia's Dunk Island, we are greeted by breathtaking views over an empty beach towards hills in the distance—a serene paradise waiting to be discovered. Throughout history, notable figures have left their mark on dunk-related activities. George Earl Halifax stands out among them for his contributions to this fascinating realm. However, it is important to acknowledge that not all dunks were lighthearted affairs. Jamestown once employed ducking stool punishment for women deemed guilty—an unfortunate reminder of darker times past.