Giving Collection (#7)

The late Emperor Theodore giving an audience (engraving)
961883 The late Emperor Theodore giving an audience (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Emperor Theodore giving an audience)

Would you like some Chocolat des Gourmets? (chromolitho)
1094181 Would you like some Chocolat des Gourmets? (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Would you like some Chocolat des Gourmets)

St Maurus gives Florus his habit (chromolitho)
1093835 St Maurus gives Florus his habit (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Maurus gives Florus his habit)

Clovis II giving money from his coffers to the poor during a time of hardship, 7th Century (chromolitho)
1093820 Clovis II giving money from his coffers to the poor during a time of hardship, 7th Century (chromolitho) by French School

Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, seated on a dais receiving a book, 15th Century (colour litho)
977806 Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, seated on a dais receiving a book, 15th Century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip the Good)

Presenting a gift, festival of the winter solstice in Ancient Rome (chromolitho)
974641 Presenting a gift, festival of the winter solstice in Ancient Rome (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Presenting gifts)

Woman holding an olive branch (w / c & gouache on paper)
1077778 Woman holding an olive branch (w/c & gouache on paper) by French School, (19th century); BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt, Academie des Beaux-Arts

Abbot Elfnoth presenting a book of prayer to the Monastery of St Augustine (coloured engraving)
972856 Abbot Elfnoth presenting a book of prayer to the Monastery of St Augustine (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Giving of gifts on New Years Day, France (chromolitho)
972239 Giving of gifts on New Years Day, France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giving of gifts on New Years Day, France)

Falstaff giving his account of the affair at Gadshill (engraving)
1093016 Falstaff giving his account of the affair at Gadshill (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A gift of spices (chromolitho)
1094357 A gift of spices (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A gift of spices)

Ms. New Coll 380, f36r. The antiquities of the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary, Carlisle
833745 Ms. New Coll 380, f36r. The antiquities of the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary, Carlisle, drawn by Robert Carlile, 1795 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Carlile

Dr Schiemann giving an account of his discoveries at Mycenae before the Society of Antiquaries at Burlington House
585273 Dr Schiemann giving an account of his discoveries at Mycenae before the Society of Antiquaries at Burlington House (engraving) by English School

Various rituals to do with the monetary system in the time of Maximilian I
STC425582 Various rituals to do with the monetary system in the time of Maximilian I, from Costume dei Romani, c.1800-18 (colour engraving) by Raineri

The opening ceremony, on the Janiculum, of the monumental lighthouse donated by the Italians of Argentina
2808935 The opening ceremony, on the Janiculum, of the monumental lighthouse donated by the Italians of Argentina... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Easter eggs (colour litho)
2779707 Easter eggs (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter eggs. Les oeufs de paques)

Christmas Morning: Neighbourly Greetings, and Doles to the Poor and Needy (colour litho)
2775524 Christmas Morning: Neighbourly Greetings, and Doles to the Poor and Needy (colour litho) by Brewtnall, Edward Frederick (1846-1902) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Morning)

One touch of kindness (colour litho)
2776799 One touch of kindness (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One touch of kindness)

Presenting the Prize (engraving)
2781018 Presenting the Prize (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Presenting the Prize. Illustration for Chatterbox (1889).); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804752 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 11 June 1898.); © Look and Learn

Original Artwork - Gift of a third teddy bear
Original Artwork - Older sister about to give her younger sibling a third teddy bear beneath the Christmas wreath. Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - Teddy bear gives girl a bunch of flowers
Original Artwork - A teddy bear gives his pretty young owner a bouquet of red flowers. Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - Girl gives outfit to baby sister
Original silhouette artwork - A little girl gives a small red outfit to her baby sister. Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - Boy giving flower to little girl
Original Artwork - Cut-out silhouette of a boy gardener giving a flower to a little girl Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - Girl presenting pie to boy
Original Artwork - Cut-out silhouette of a little girl presenting a pie to a young boy Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - Christmas card design - Two Bears
Original Artwork - Design for a Christmas card - Bearing Greetings. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1937

Comic postcard, Woman going out to a dance Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Scene in a court of law Date: 20th century

Mireille (colour litho)
2818449 Mireille (colour litho) by Cot, Pierre Auguste (1837-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mireille. Painting by Pierre-Auguste Cot in the Musee du Luxembourg. Mireille. Tableau de Cot)

c. 1880s Japan - formal greeting and present

Market trader in Londons East End
Market trader giving crowd of onlookers his sales pitch. Date: circa 1960s

Comic postcard, Pretty woman in court scene
Comic postcard, Pretty woman giving evidence in court scene - Did He! Date: 20th century

"Excuse me, Sir!", 18 October 1813 (colour litho)
3100871 " Excuse me, Sir!", 18 October 1813 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Excuse me, Sir)

Initiation of a Provost and Judge (engraving)
3100735 Initiation of a Provost and Judge (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Initiation of a Provost and Judge)

The mistress of the house giving instructions to her maid (b / w photo)
3093546 The mistress of the house giving instructions to her maid (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord Palmerston delivering the prizes at the South London Industrial Exhibition, at the Lambeth Baths in Westminster Road, London, 1865. Date: 1865

Monna Delta enjoying the Riviera at Cannes and Eden Roc at Cap d Antibes, 1927 giving a bathing-suit parade Date: 1927

Felicia Sorel and Senia Gluck in a pose from their
Felicia Sorel and Senia Gluck (Gluck Sandor) in a pose from their Geometric Charleston, who will be giving a series of concerts in New York, 1927 Date: 1927

Aliki Diplarakos, known as Miss Europe, reviving Ancient Greek dances, 1930 - giving a series of lectures on the link between ancient and modern Greece as exemplified in the Delphic Festival

WW2 - Orders by means of the Ardente Loud Hailer
Captain to Captain - The Commander of a Corvette at Sea giving orders by means of the Ardente " Loud Hailer, " which has a remarkable Acoustic Range 1941

A blood donor at a Civil Defence First-Aid Station operated by the Army. Blood Tranfusion became a widespread practise from the late 1930s onwards Date: circa 1939

Postman
Edwardian postman collecting mail from a letterbox and a young girl giving him a letter

Gentleman giving out medicines to beggars, 18th century
English gentleman dispensing his medicine cabinet to beggars at Ivry-sur Seine, 18th century. He gives aerated salts to a one-armed soldier, Bruchsal elixir to an old woman, and magnetic drops

English grocer giving a lecture on hunting in a large room in the Dragon tavern, 19th century. The wall is decorated with hunting cap, leather breeches and three fox tails. Mr

Emperor Marcus Aurelius in the act of liberalitas, Aurelian relief located in the Arch of Constantine, Antonine period
ALI346594 Emperor Marcus Aurelius in the act of liberalitas, Aurelian relief located in the Arch of Constantine, Antonine period, c.176-180 (marble) (b/w photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Rome

A young girl offers a rose to her beloved, 1213 (mosaic)
XOT344557 A young girl offers a rose to her beloved, 1213 (mosaic) by Byzantine, (13th century); Basilica San Giovanni Evangelista, Ravenna, Italy; out of copyright

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"Embracing the Spirit of Giving: From Ancient Deities to Modern Heroes" The divine presence of the Hindu goddess Annapurna (Parvati) graces us with her benevolence, as she bestows food upon those in need. In the serene Lakshman temple, a symbol of compassion and generosity, we find solace in the act that transcends time. A Thangka painting from Bhaktapur, Nepal captures Sujata's selfless gesture as she presents milk rice to Buddha, reminding us that kindness knows no bounds. Amidst our bustling city streets, a police officer takes a moment to connect with children through small acts and nurturing trust within their hearts. Rosa Luxemburg's unwavering commitment to social justice echoes through history, inspiring generations to fight for equality by giving voice to the marginalized. Fidel Castro captivates an audience with his impassioned speech on revolution and solidarity—a reminder that sometimes giving words can ignite powerful change. Through witty satire depicted in Punch cartoon's engraving, Faraday humorously offers his expertise to Father Thames—showcasing how even knowledge can be given freely. Keir Hardie's resounding speech reverberates across crowds as he champions workers' rights and gives hope for a fairer society built on empathy and understanding. George Mutch scores for Preston North End at the FA Cup Final—an exhilarating display where skillful teamwork culminates in joyous celebration—a gift shared by all fans present. The cacique of Tabasco presents twenty Indigenous people to Hernan Cortes—an unsettling reminder that not all forms are born out of goodwill but rather reflect power dynamics throughout history. Ancient stone arches gracefully span over Gave River—the Old Bridge stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity, a gift to future generations.