Nepotism Collection

ALEXANDER VI (1431-1503). Pope from 1492 to 1503, nephew of Pope Callixtus III. Xylography. SPAIN
CUL4870985 ALEXANDER VI (1431-1503). Pope from 1492 to 1503, nephew of Pope Callixtus III. Xylography. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

John Hollis Bankhead and son William B. Bankhead, between 1913 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Hollis Bankhead and son William B. Bankhead, between 1913 and 1917. American politicians

Viscount Ebrington, M.P. for Marylebone - from a daguerreotype by Claudet, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Viscount Ebrington, M.P. for Marylebone - from a daguerreotype by Claudet, 1854. British peer, soldier and politician: Deputy-Lieutenant of the county of Devon

The Hon. Rowland Clegg Hill, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Hon. Rowland Clegg Hill, 1854. A party for Clegg-Hill's 21st birthday was held at the family seat of Hawkstone Hall. The fine ancestral domain of Hawkstone, in Shropshire

Saint Charles Borromeo San Carlo Borromeo observes the dead Christ. Painting by C. Procaccini. Pinacoteca di Brera
GIA4734495 Saint Charles Borromeo San Carlo Borromeo observes the dead Christ. Painting by C. Procaccini. Pinacoteca di Brera

Pier Luigi Farnese appointed Commander of the Pontifical Army by his father Pope Paul III
703118 Pier Luigi Farnese appointed Commander of the Pontifical Army by his father Pope Paul III (fresco) by Zuccari, Taddeo (1529-66); Villa Farnese, Caprarola, Voterbo, Lazio

The New Dynasty, or The Little Corsican Gardiner planting a Royal Pippin Tree
NCO190442 The New Dynasty, or The Little Corsican Gardiner planting a Royal Pippin Tree, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1807 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres, Bonapartiste cartoon depicting
BRO43292 Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres, Bonapartiste cartoon depicting Napoleon and his brothers, 1808 (coloured engraving) by French School

Pope Paul III blessing his nephew Horace Farnese (fresco)
703116 Pope Paul III blessing his nephew Horace Farnese (fresco) by Zuccari, Taddeo (1529-66); Villa Farnese, Caprarola, Voterbo, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Paul III (1468-1549)

Henry III in the Chapter House at Winchester Cathedral, 1250 (1793)
Henry III in the Chapter House at Winchester Cathedral preaching to the monks to enforce the election of his half-brother Aymer de Valence as bishop, 1250 (1793)

Francesco Barberini
FRANCESCO BARBERINI (1597 - 1679) Italian cardinal, nephew of pope Urban VIII - literally an instance of nepotism. Date: circa 1630

Cub leader D Andrade, Trinidad
Cub leader Joseph Olroy D Andrade, son of the District Commissioner, Trinidad

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Nepotism, the practice of favoring relatives or friends in hiring and promotion, has long been a controversial issue in many industries. Critics argue that it can lead to unfair advantages for those with connections, while supporters claim that it is natural to want to help out loved ones. Regardless of where you stand on the issue, nepotism remains a hot topic in discussions about equality and meritocracy. It's important to consider how this practice may impact diversity and inclusion efforts within organizations. Ultimately, transparency and accountability are key when addressing nepotism to ensure fair opportunities for all individuals. Let's strive for a level playing field where talent and hard work are rewarded based on merit rather than who you know.