Naivety Collection

The Meeting, 1884. Artist: Maria Konstantinowka Bashkirtseff
The Meeting, 1884. From the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Smithfield Sharpers, or the Countryman Defrauded, [April 10, 1787], reissued 1809-1816. Creator: John Keyse Sherwin
Smithfield Sharpers, or the Countryman Defrauded, [April 10, 1787], reissued 1809-1816

Open Your Mouth and Shut Your Eyes (Harpers Weekly), May 16, 1874. Creator: Unknown
Open Your Mouth and Shut Your Eyes (Harpers Weekly), May 16, 1874

Satire on Franco-German relations. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786386 Satire on Franco-German relations. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Satire on Franco-German relations)

Home she went, bounding from school nor dreamed of shame or harm
IL340166 Home she went, bounding from school nor dreamed of shame or harm, illustration from The Lays of Ancient Rome, by Thomas Babington Macaulay (colour litho) by Hardy

The town and country belle, 1852 (oil on board)
CH355392 The town and country belle, 1852 (oil on board) by Solomon, Abraham (1824-62); 29.8x33 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Illustration from The Ignominy of Being Grown-Up, by Samuel McChord Crothers
DGC288174 Illustration from The Ignominy of Being Grown-Up, by Samuel McChord Crothers, 1908 (litho) by Bassett Comstock, Frances (fl.1908); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; American

The Voyage of Life: Childhood, 1842. Creator: Thomas Cole
The Voyage of Life: Childhood, 1842

Cunicularii, or the Wise Men of Godlimon in Consultation, December 1726

Smithfield sharpers, or the countrymen defrauded, c1787. Seven men round a card table in a Smithfield tavern include two countrymen, one old and sleeping

Credulity, Superstition and Fanaticism. A medley, 1762. Artist: William Hogarth
Credulity, Superstition and Fanaticism. A medley, 1762; Methodist meeting at Whitefields Tabernacle on Tottenham Court Road, London

The Credulous Lady and Astrologer, 1786. Artists: John Raphael Smith, Peter Simon
The Credulous Lady and Astrologer, 1786. After John Raphael Smith (1751-1812). From The Connoisseur Vol. XX. [Otto Limited, London, 1908]

The charlatan of the Middle Ages, c1900. French advertising for Liebig Extract of Meat. Private Collection

Old Man Playing with Child, 1635-1640. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Old Man Playing with Child, 1635-1640. From the British Museum, London

TheTrial of a Witch, America, (17th century), 1882
TheTrial of a Witch, America, (17th century). Illustration from Mary E. Wilkins Giles Corey, Yeoman. Wood engraving 1892

Cartoon, Naivety, WW1
Cartoon, Naivety. A woman is delighted that, thanks to System D, her husband has been able to get a leave of absence from the army

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"Exploring the Depths of Naivety: A Journey through Art and Satire" In a world where innocence meets deception, Maria Konstantinowka Bashkirtseff's painting "The Meeting" captures the essence of naivety. The year is 1884, and as we gaze upon this masterpiece, we witness the vulnerability of youth in their trusting nature. Fast forward to April 10, 1787, with John Keyse Sherwin's work titled "Smithfield Sharpers, or the Countryman Defrauded. " Here lies a cautionary tale that warns against misplaced trust. The countryman falls victim to cunning city dwellers who exploit his naivety for personal gain. Moving on to c. 1890, an intriguing chromolitho called "The African on the Train" portrays another facet of naivety. As society grapples with racial prejudices and stereotypes, this artwork sheds light on how ignorance can lead to misunderstanding and discrimination. Delving deeper into history brings us to May 16, 1874 – an illustration from Harpers Weekly titled "Open Your Mouth and Shut Your Eyes. " This satirical piece reminds us that blind faith can often be misguided. It serves as a reminder not to blindly trust without questioning or discernment. Franco-German relations take center stage in a colorful lithograph featured in Le Rire magazine. This satire highlights how political they are have far-reaching consequences if nations fail to understand each other's intentions. "The Card Sharps, " depicted in oil on canvas by an unknown artist, showcases individuals who prey upon unsuspecting victims through deceitful gamesmanship. Their targets' naive belief in fair play becomes their downfall. In contrast stands "The Town and Country Belle, " painted in 1852 by an anonymous artist using oil on board. This portrait embodies youthful innocence untouched by worldly cynicism—a refreshing glimpse into untainted naivety.