Mankind Collection (#5)

The mummies of Setna and Ptahneferka playing dice for the magic book of Thoth (chromolitho)
3100646 The mummies of Setna and Ptahneferka playing dice for the magic book of Thoth (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rakshasas (chromolitho)
3100638 Rakshasas (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rakshasas. Demonic beings from Hindu mythology)

The Wandering Jew (chromolitho)
3100700 The Wandering Jew (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wandering Jew)

The Old Man of the Mountain (chromolitho)
3100698 The Old Man of the Mountain (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Man of the Mountain)

Transformation of the water spirit Melusine (chromolitho)
3100693 Transformation of the water spirit Melusine (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Transformation of the water spirit Melusine)

Revenge of the fairies (chromolitho)
3100691 Revenge of the fairies (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revenge of the fairies)

Roman funerary urn (chromolitho)
3100682 Roman funerary urn (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman funerary urn)

The augurs of Cicero (chromolitho)
3100679 The augurs of Cicero (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The augurs of Cicero)

Roman Temples of Tiburtine Sibyl and Vesta, Tivoli, Italy (chromolitho)
3100678 Roman Temples of Tiburtine Sibyl and Vesta, Tivoli, Italy (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Temples of Tiburtine Sibyl and Vesta, Tivoli)

Servius Tullius, legendary sixth King of Rome (chromolitho)
3100676 Servius Tullius, legendary sixth King of Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Servius Tullius, legendary sixth King of Rome)

Quintus Sertorius and his fawn (chromolitho)
3100674 Quintus Sertorius and his fawn (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quintus Sertorius and his fawn)

The Roman Temple of Hercules in Cori, Italy (chromolitho)
3100673 The Roman Temple of Hercules in Cori, Italy (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Roman Temple of Hercules in Cori)

The birth of Aphrodite (chromolitho)
3100667 The birth of Aphrodite (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The birth of Aphrodite)

Races of the World (chromolitho)
1094573 Races of the World (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Races of the World. Page from childrens book, c 1880.); © Look and Learn

Probably arboreal - pictured by R Ls (litho)
979584 Probably arboreal - pictured by R Ls (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably arboreal - pictured by R L S)

Races of Mankind, from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated
3614249 Races of Mankind, from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated Dictionary, pub.1914 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Races of Mankind)

The giant Adamastor at the Cape of Storms (chromolitho)
3100702 The giant Adamastor at the Cape of Storms (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The giant Adamastor at the Cape of Storms)

The houris of the Prophet (chromolitho)
3100695 The houris of the Prophet (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The houris of the Prophet)

Testing of newborns in Gaul (chromolitho)
3100694 Testing of newborns in Gaul (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Testing of newborns in Gaul)

Gauls firing arrows at the sky in an attempt to calm a storm (chromolitho)
3100692 Gauls firing arrows at the sky in an attempt to calm a storm (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Underground corridors of the Coliseum, Rome (chromolitho)
3100686 Underground corridors of the Coliseum, Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Underground corridors of the Coliseum, Rome)

The death of Julian the Apostate (chromolitho)
3100683 The death of Julian the Apostate (chromolitho) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Julian the Apostate)

Gallery of Domitian, Rome (chromolitho)
3100681 Gallery of Domitian, Rome (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallery of Domitian, Rome)

A sacrifice in Ancient Greece (chromolitho)
3100654 A sacrifice in Ancient Greece (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A sacrifice in Ancient Greece)

Colonnade in the Temple of Jagganath, India (chromolitho)
3100642 Colonnade in the Temple of Jagganath, India (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonnade in the Temple of Jagganath, India)

Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (chromolitho)
3100634 Illustration for Las Supersticiones De La Humanidad by Jose Coroleu (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Going to the Fields (litho)
2813427 Going to the Fields (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Going to the Fields. Illustration for Days Before History (Harrap, 1908).); © Look and Learn

Making a Canoe (litho)
2813424 Making a Canoe (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making a Canoe. Illustration for Days Before History (Harrap, 1908).); © Look and Learn

The shop of a Navajo Silversmith (litho)
6011046 The shop of a Navajo Silversmith (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The shop of a Navajo Silversmith)

Unyoro Chiefs (b / w photo)
5990451 Unyoro Chiefs (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unyoro Chiefs. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Kaffir Wedding-Party (b / w photo)
5990449 A Kaffir Wedding-Party (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Kaffir Wedding-Party. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Turkish Pedlar (b / w photo)
5990424 A Turkish Pedlar (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Turkish Pedlar. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Mountain Lapp (b / w photo)
5990412 A Mountain Lapp (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mountain Lapp. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Caucasian Soldiers (b / w photo)
5990411 Caucasian Soldiers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caucasian Soldiers. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Bosnian Soldier (b / w photo)
5990406 A Bosnian Soldier (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bosnian Soldier. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Igorotte Tattooing (b / w photo)
5990354 Igorotte Tattooing (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Igorotte Tattooing. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Burmese Lily (b / w photo)
5990343 A Burmese Lily (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Burmese Lily. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

An Elaborately Tattooed Japanese Man (b / w photo)
5990342 An Elaborately Tattooed Japanese Man (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Elaborately Tattooed Japanese Man)

Two Veddas, with Bows (b / w photo)
5990331 Two Veddas, with Bows (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Veddas, with Bows. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Tibetan Women (b / w photo)
5990317 Tibetan Women (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tibetan Women. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Two Lamas of Nud (b / w photo)
5990314 Two Lamas of Nud (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Lamas of Nud. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Group of Kol Girls (b / w photo)
5990518 A Group of Kol Girls (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Group of Kol Girls. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Religious Mendicant (b / w photo)
5990477 A Religious Mendicant (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Religious Mendicant. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Hindu Sacrifice (b / w photo)
5990471 A Hindu Sacrifice (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hindu Sacrifice. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Three Zulu Girls (b / w photo)
5990448 Three Zulu Girls (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three Zulu Girls. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Group of Hova (b / w photo)
5990447 A Group of Hova (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Group of Hova. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

A Montenegrin (b / w photo)
5990407 A Montenegrin (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Montenegrin. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Bosnian Falconers (b / w photo)
5990399 Bosnian Falconers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bosnian Falconers. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

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"Mankind: Unveiling the Depths of Human Existence" Embarking on a journey through time and imagination, we delve into the enigmatic essence of mankind. Like Plato's Cave Allegory, our perception is often limited by shadows cast upon the walls of our own understanding. Yet, within Pandora's Box lies an unyielding hope that propels us forward. From the primitive Neanderthal depicted in H. H. Johnston's "The Outline Of History, " to Science Island portrayed on Startling Stories Scifi Magazine Cover, humanity has continuously strived for progress and enlightenment. Just as Dahomeyan Amazons fiercely challenged gender norms in their black-and-white photo, we witness how women have played pivotal roles throughout history. Pandora herself symbolizes both curiosity and potential catastrophe - her box containing not only evil but also hope. As airborne animals soar above us, they remind us of our connection with nature and its delicate balance. In Moliere's "Misanthrope, " we confront the complexities of human relationships and society's flaws. Meanwhile, Truth stands tall in G. H Davis' mural from 1891 - illuminating sciences and guiding mankind towards knowledge. The sculptures "Mankind" (1927-28) carved from hoptonwood stone depict our intricate physicality while "Humanity Against Evil" (1908) crafted from marble embodies our eternal struggle against malevolence. Lastly, harnessing the atom signifies humanity's relentless pursuit of scientific advancements; a double-edged sword that holds immense power yet demands great responsibility. As we reflect upon these diverse facets of mankind, let us embrace both our triumphs and failures with humility. For it is through introspection that we can unravel the mysteries surrounding ourselves - shedding light on what it truly means to be human.