Lesson Collection (#50)

ASTRONOMY, 13TH CENTURY. A lesson in astronomy. Wood engraving, 19th century, after a miniature from the Breviary of St. Louis, 13th century

ENGLAND: SCHOOL, c1850. Knowledge of the world. Wood engraving, mid-19th century

READING, 1866. Wood engraving, American, 1866

SUNDAY SCHOOL, 1832. Line engraving, American, 1832

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, c1840. Wood engraving, American, c1840

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, c1835. An elementary school teacher and his pupils: wood engraving, American, c1835

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1860. Wood engraving, American, c1860

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, c1830. Pupils reading before their instructor at an elementary school. Wood engraving, American, c1830

DANCE: WALTZ, c1810. The Dancing-Mania. A dancing lesson in Paris, France. Engraving from Le Bon Genre, c1810

McGUFFEYs PRIMER, 1881. Lesson page from an edition of William Holmes McGuffeys Eclectic Reader, 1881

ENGLISH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. The Last In. Steel engraving, English, mid-19th century, after the painting by William Mulready (1786-1863)

DAMEs SCHOOL, 1812. / nSteel engraving, English, 1812
DAMEs SCHOOL, 1812. /nSteel engraving, English, 1812

ENGLAND: RAGGED SCHOOL. The Brook Street Ragged School in London, England. Line engraving from an English newpaper of 1853

DAMEs SCHOOL. Steel engraving, English, early 19th century

SCHOOL, 17TH CENTURY. A one-room schoolhouse in 17th New England. Wood engraving, 19th century

McGUFFEYs PRIMER, c1840. Lesson page from an edition of William Holmes McGuffeys Eclectic Primer, c1840

SEGREGATED SCHOOL, 1870. A segregated colored school in New York City. Wood engraving, American, 1870

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1862. Wood engraving, American

NEW ENGLAND: SCHOOLHOUSE. A one-room schoolhouse in 17th century New England. Wood engraving, 19th century

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1873. A New York City night school for child laborers. Wood engraving, American, 1873

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, c1830. Pupils at an elementary school. Wood engraving, American, c1830

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

NATIVE AMERICAN RESERVATION. The Gay Head, Massachusetts, Native American reservation school. Wood engraving, 1860

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. The Frown. Line and stipple engraving, English, mid-19th century

SCHOOLHOUSE, 1877. A lesson in an American one-room country schoolhouse. Wood engraving, American, 1877

KINDERGARTEN COTTAGE, 1876. The instruction of children in the Kindergarten Cottage, under the auspices of the Womens Department of the Centennial Fair in Philadelphia, 1876

FREEDMAN READING, 1866. A young mulatto girl teaching her grandfather to read. Wood engraving, American, 1866

LANCASTRIAN SCHOOL, 1820. Pupil monitors of a Lancastrian school of the New York Free-School Society teaching members of their drafts. Line engraving, 1820

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1881. The Kindergarten established for the children of industrial workers at the North End Industrial Home, Boston, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, 1881

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1835. A teacher and his pupils: wood engraving, American, c1835

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1840. Wood engraving, American, c1840

KINDERGARTEN, 1871. Wood engraving, American, 1871

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. A mathematics lesson in the use of an abacus at an elementary school in Berlin, Germany. Wood engraving, late 19th century

LANCASTER SCHOOL, 1812. A pupil monitor teaching members of his draft at the Lancaster School at Georgetown, District of Columbia. Wood engraving, 1812

INDIAN RESERVATION SCHOOL. The Gay Head, Massachusetts Native American Reservation school. Wood engraving, American, 1860

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1873. A teacher and pupil in an American elementary school. Wood engraving, 1873

SCHOOLROOM, 1874. Elementary school in rural America. Wood engraving, American, 1874

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. The Teacher and his scholars. Wood engraving, American, mid-19th century

GERMAN BOYS SCHOOL, 1875. A boys school in Berlin, Germany. Wood engraving, English, 1875

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1837. Wood engraving, 1837

DEAF AND DUMB SCHOOL. A classroom in the New York Institution for the Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb in New York City. Color engraving, c1880

ENGLISH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. An early-mid 18th century schoolroom. Wood engraving after a painting by Philip Mercier (1691-1760)

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1880. Cold Morning In A Country School. Wood engraving, American, 1880

DAMEs SCHOOL. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE, 1883. The Frontier Teacher And His School. A Schoolroom on the western frontier. Wood engraving, American, 1883

BRITISH RAGGED SCHOOL. The Brook Street Ragged School in London, England. Line engraving from an English newspaper of 1853

JOHN POUNDS (1766-1839). English teacher and altruist. Pounds and his Ragged School. Line engraving, English, 19th century

FREEDMEN SCHOOL, 1866. The Misses Cookes schoolroom in the Freedmans Bureau at Richmond, Virginia. Wood engraving, American, 1866

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In the hallowed halls of the Conservatoire, a trombone lesson unfolds. The student's eager eyes meet the instructor's seasoned gaze, ready to absorb every ounce of knowledge and skill. As the notes resonate through the air, they transport us to a bygone era when Thylacines roamed freely. This extinct creature serves as a reminder that lessons learned from history can shape our future. Meanwhile, in another corner of artistry, dancers adorned in pink and green costumes captivate our imagination. Edgar Degas' masterpiece captures their graceful movements frozen in time, teaching us about dedication and discipline required for mastery. Science takes center stage with a digital illustration of the Periodic Table. Each element represents countless hours of research and experimentation - an invaluable lesson on how curiosity fuels discovery. Venturing into rural landscapes, we encounter Rivera: Schoolteacher - an embodiment of passion for education. Through his brushstrokes, he imparts wisdom upon young minds while reminding us that teaching is not confined within classroom walls. A satirical cartoon transports us back to historical events like Zulu War where valuable they are often hidden amidst humor. Punch magazine cleverly highlights societal issues while urging reflection on past mistakes. Edgar Degas returns with "The Dance Class, " showcasing ballet students perfecting their craft under watchful eyes. Their commitment reminds us that true mastery requires unwavering dedication and continuous learning. Music echoes through time as a piano teacher guides her pupil towards perfection in 1915. The bond between mentor and apprentice teaches us about patience and nurturing talent. Engineering marvels come alive as apprentice engineers immerse themselves in hands-on experiences shaping our world today. From blueprints to prototypes, these budding innovators learn practical skills essential for progress. Contemporary art surprises with "Fast Run, " an oil painting capturing speed and motion effortlessly on canvas - reminding us that life moves swiftly but each moment holds valuable lessons waiting to be discovered.