Messages Collection (page 6)

A group of Reuters cyclist messengers (engraving)
7192733 A group of Reuters cyclist messengers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A group of Reuters cyclist messengers)

Robins Own Carol (engraving)
7188283 Robins Own Carol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robins Own Carol. Illustration for Home Words (1888).); © Look and Learn

Annuntiatio B M V (chromolitho)
7188680 Annuntiatio B M V (chromolitho) by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Annuntiatio B M V)

Descent of the Holy Ghost (colour litho)
7172959 Descent of the Holy Ghost (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Descent of the Holy Ghost (Acts 2:2 and 2:3)

King James the Fifth (engraving)
7183671 King James the Fifth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James the Fifth)

The De Berenger Fraud, Pseudo-French Officers scattering Billets announcing the Death of Napoleon (litho)
7179941 The De Berenger Fraud, Pseudo-French Officers scattering Billets announcing the Death of Napoleon (litho) by English School

Jupiter sending Mercury to remind Aeneas of his duty (litho)
7149459 Jupiter sending Mercury to remind Aeneas of his duty (litho) by Kley, Heinrich (1863-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jupiter sending Mercury to remind Aeneas of his duty)

Hermes, messenger of the gods in Greek Mythology, delivering a soul to Charon, ferryman of Hades (engraving)
7147485 Hermes, messenger of the gods in Greek Mythology, delivering a soul to Charon, ferryman of Hades (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hermes)

Message from Blackpool (colour litho)
7200586 Message from Blackpool (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Message from Blackpool. Postcard, early 20th Century.); © Look and Learn

The Annunciation (oil on panel)
6431689 The Annunciation (oil on panel) by Correa de Vivar, Juan (1510-c.1561); 78.1x52.7 cm; Private Collection

Prayer card (chromolitho)
7153531 Prayer card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prayer card, late 19th or early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Christian prayer card (chromolitho)
7153523 Christian prayer card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christian prayer card)

Message of love (colour litho)
7150452 Message of love (colour litho) by Joannon-Navier, Etienne Albert Eugene (1857-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Message of love)

Books and flowers, greetings card (chromolitho)
7150027 Books and flowers, greetings card (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Books and flowers, greetings card)

Jesus Christ preaching the Sermon on the Mount (engraving)
7149696 Jesus Christ preaching the Sermon on the Mount (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus Christ preaching the Sermon on the Mount)

"A sheet of paper was in the bottle"(litho)
7168985 " A sheet of paper was in the bottle" (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Handwriting on the Wall, satire depicting King William IV looking at a wall with the slogan "Reform Bill
7148295 The Handwriting on the Wall, satire depicting King William IV looking at a wall with the slogan " Reform Bill

The Annunciation (engraving)
7185365 The Annunciation (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annunciation. Illustration from Tableau Poetique des Fetes Chretiennes)

The Annunciation, 16th century (Oil on canvas)
7216095 The Annunciation, 16th century (Oil on canvas) by Garofalo, Benvenuto Tisi da (1481-1559); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Annunciation. Oil on canvas)

Certificate issued to schoolchildren of the British Empire for sending Christmas gifts to members of the armed forces
7148807 Certificate issued to schoolchildren of the British Empire for sending Christmas gifts to members of the armed forces during World War I, 1916 (chromolitho) by English School

Line of kippers (colour litho)
7150990 Line of kippers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Broken egg (colour litho)
7150925 Broken egg (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Angel appearing to the Shepherds (colour litho)
7153770 The Angel appearing to the Shepherds (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Angel appearing to the Shepherds)

Postman delivering a message from Blackpool, postcard (chromolitho)
7153599 Postman delivering a message from Blackpool, postcard (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Postman delivering a message from Blackpool)

The Annunciation (engraving)
7172432 The Annunciation (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annunciation (Luke 1)

Death of Eli after the Philistines capture the Ark of the Covenant from the Israelites (engraving)
7172344 Death of Eli after the Philistines capture the Ark of the Covenant from the Israelites (engraving) by European School

The Angel of the Lord appearing to Gideon (engraving)
7172330 The Angel of the Lord appearing to Gideon (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Angel of the Lord appearing to Gideon (Judges 6)

Cheshire cheese and blade, Christmas greetings card (chromolitho)
7153506 Cheshire cheese and blade, Christmas greetings card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cheshire cheese and blade, Christmas greetings card)

Self-portrait of English caricaturist Leonard Raven-Hill (litho)
7201237 Self-portrait of English caricaturist Leonard Raven-Hill (litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Charles I receiving news of the Irish Rebellion while playing golf, 1641 (litho)
7200983 King Charles I receiving news of the Irish Rebellion while playing golf, 1641 (litho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Message from Holland (colour litho)
7200585 Message from Holland (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Message from Holland. Postcard, early 20th Century.); © Look and Learn

Flemish tapestry. Series The History of Hannibal. Mago, Hannibals messenger, in Carthage (Magon, mensajero de Anibal)
7207234 Flemish tapestry. Series The History of Hannibal. Mago, Hannibals messenger, in Carthage (Magon, mensajero de Anibal, en Cartago). Fifth tapestry of those preserved

European mens costumes, 15th-16th Century (chromolitho)
7173076 European mens costumes, 15th-16th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: European mens costumes, 15th-16th Century)

Reynard The Fox: Hinze as Messenger (engraving)
7159958 Reynard The Fox: Hinze as Messenger (engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hinze as Messenger)

Crafts (colour litho)
7157240 Crafts (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crafts. Illustration from Herzblattchens Zeitvertreib)

Angel telling the shephers of the birth of Jesus Christ (chromolitho)
7157113 Angel telling the shephers of the birth of Jesus Christ (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Messenger of Good Tidings, News of Relief of Florence 1496 (engraving)
7161645 A Messenger of Good Tidings, News of Relief of Florence 1496 (engraving) by Topham, Francis William (1808-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Messenger of Good Tidings)

The Tempest by William Shakespeare, Act IV, Scene 1 (colour litho)
7155994 The Tempest by William Shakespeare, Act IV, Scene 1 (colour litho) by Woodroffe, Paul Vincent (1875-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The queen o the sky)

Get acquainted kiss card (litho)
7200593 Get acquainted kiss card (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Get acquainted kiss card; send a message to the person of your fancy)

Languarge of love and fruit (colour litho)
7200538 Languarge of love and fruit (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Languarge of love and fruit. Postcard, early 20th Century.); © Look and Learn

Le sifflet du pigeon messager (engraving)
7200005 Le sifflet du pigeon messager (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le sifflet du pigeon messager)

An Eastern letter-writer (engraving)
7192448 An Eastern letter-writer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Eastern letter-writer)

The Evangelical Prophet (engraving)
7149711 The Evangelical Prophet (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Evangelical Prophet)

Hermes, messenger of the gods in Greek Mythology (engraving)
7147483 Hermes, messenger of the gods in Greek Mythology (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hermes, messenger of the gods in Greek Mythology)

Reynard The Fox: Bruno as Messenger (engraving)
7159956 Reynard The Fox: Bruno as Messenger (engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruno as Messenger)

The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon (engraving)
7150791 The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon)

Don t be a goose, Valentines card (chromolitho)
7153428 Don t be a goose, Valentines card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don t be a goose, Valentines card)

Courtesans and Their Attendants Parading under Lanterns, c. 1780 / 1801
Courtesans and Their Attendants Parading under Lanterns, c. 1780/1801

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Communication: From Flags to Pigeons, they have Transcended Time" A journey through history begins with the fluttering flags of the Royal Navy, each color and pattern conveying a message that shaped maritime communication. An illustration captures the essence of anticipation as a rolled paper scroll tied with a golden ribbon holds within it untold stories and heartfelt messages. The haunting echoes of an SOS message from Titanic remind us of the power and urgency behind desperate pleas for help in times of distress. In the midst of World War I, a brave seaplane carrier pigeon soars across enemy lines, carrying vital messages that could mean life or death for soldiers on both sides. A striking poster showcases the valorous efforts of carrier pigeons during wartime, highlighting their role as messengers who bridged gaps between divided forces. Mary Qoss Messenger's name resonates through time as she fearlessly delivered messages amidst chaos and danger during pivotal moments in history. Sailors demonstrate their agility and precision using flag semaphore system, spelling out words without uttering a single sound - an art form lost in modern times but forever etched in our collective memory. As man's best friend takes on new roles throughout history, we witness how even dogs became messengers when they joined forces with Metropolitan Police to maintain order and protect communities. Hidden within plain sight lies invisible ink - an ingenious method used by spies to convey covert messages that only reveal themselves under specific conditions; secrets shared silently yet effectively. Amidst tales about dogs' love for chocolate comes cautionary advice: while sweet treats may bring joy to our furry companions, some indulgences can be harmful - another message we must heed attentively. The Apocalypse Tapestry unravels before our eyes like ancient scrolls unfurling prophecies; its intricate details and vivid colors whisper messages of hope, despair, and the resilience of humanity.