Endeavouring Collection

Selfridge and Co Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Selfridge & Co, Ltd, aptly titled, The Romance of Commerce. 1, 000 years B.C. the Phoenicians traded with the Ancient Britons

NEW ARCHBISHOP OF PARIS
After the death of archbishop Affre on the barricades, the new archbishop of Paris tours the city, endeavouring to bring peace. Date: July 1848

Father Kelleher and the "Plan of Campaign"on the Ponsonby Estate, near Youghal, Ireland (engraving)
1050411 Father Kelleher and the " Plan of Campaign" on the Ponsonby Estate, near Youghal, Ireland (engraving) by English School

Prince William son of Henry I, endeavouring to save his Sister Matilda after being shipwrecked (engraving)
1108019 Prince William son of Henry I, endeavouring to save his Sister Matilda after being shipwrecked (engraving) by English School

The Eastern Crisis (litho)
1597284 The Eastern Crisis (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Crisis, Mutiny of the Mussulman Gendarmes in Canea)

The Great Eastern, in Charge of Four Steam-Tugs, endeavouring to make Cork Harbour (engraving)
2773615 The Great Eastern, in Charge of Four Steam-Tugs, endeavouring to make Cork Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Eastern)

HMS "Ajax"(chromolitho)
2790857 HMS " Ajax" (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS " Ajax." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject)

Panic-stricken citizens rushing past the Sherman House (engraving)
736199 Panic-stricken citizens rushing past the Sherman House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Recent Manoeuvres of the "C"Squadron off the Coast of Scotland (engraving)
1046055 The Recent Manoeuvres of the " C" Squadron off the Coast of Scotland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Shipwreck with Boats Endeavouring to Save the Crew (mezzotint with graphite & w / c)
5673756 A Shipwreck with Boats Endeavouring to Save the Crew (mezzotint with graphite & w/c) by Turner, Charles (1773-1857); 57.5x81.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Play at the Adelphi Theatre, "Boys Together, "by Haddon Chambers and J Comyns Carr (engraving)
1605723 The New Play at the Adelphi Theatre, " Boys Together, " by Haddon Chambers and J Comyns Carr (engraving) by Holland Tringham

Source Size = 4991 x 3739
THE CIVIL WAR IN CHILI, THE BATTLE OF VINA DEL MAR; This general engagement took place on August 23rd, 1891, between devisions of Balmacedas and the Congressional troops

Whalers (Boiling Blubber) Entangled in Flaw Ice, Endeavouring to Extricate themselves 1846: Joseph Mallord Willliam Turner (1775-1851) English artist. Oil on canvas

Captain Robert Faulknor (1763-1795), English naval officer, killed while endeavouring to lash the bowsprit of French frigate Pique to capstan of his vessel Blanche, off Guadeloupe

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"Endeavouring: A Tapestry of Striving and Resilience" In the bustling streets of London, Selfridge and Co's captivating advertisement beckons us to embark on a journey of endeavouring. With their exquisite offerings, they inspire us to pursue our dreams with unwavering determination. Amidst the grandeur of Paris, the appointment of a new Archbishop signifies an era brimming with hope and renewal. His noble endeavours will guide souls towards spiritual enlightenment in this magnificent city. Across distant lands in Hungary, the Tisza-Esslar Trial unfolds through an evocative engraving. The pursuit for justice reveals the human spirit's relentless quest for truth, as individuals strive against all odds to unravel mysteries that lie within their grasp. Henry Fielding's timeless masterpiece "Tom Jones" comes alive through intricate engravings that depict characters endeavouring through life's trials and tribulations. Their resilience serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, we can forge ahead with courage and tenacity. The tempestuous seas off Southport witness both tragedy and heroism as depicted in an emotive engraving capturing "The Great Gale and Lifeboat Disaster. " In this heart-wrenching scene, brave souls selflessly risk their lives while endeavouring to save others from nature's wrath. In Ireland’s verdant landscapes near Youghal stands Father Kelleher, leading his community in the "Plan of Campaign. " Through unity and collective action, they strive for justice against oppressive forces – a testament to humanity’s enduring spirit when faced with injustice. Prince William emerges from stormy waters in another poignant engraving; his valiant efforts symbolize our innate desire to protect those we hold dear despite overwhelming challenges. This tale reminds us that love propels us forward when all seems lost. As Europe grapples with political turmoil during "The Eastern Crisis, " lithographs capture leaders' tireless endeavours to restore peace.