Occupation Collection (#88)

Cartographer at Work (pen and ink)
XJF701469 Cartographer at Work (pen and ink) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; out of copyright

Spinning Net Thread in the Claddagh, Galway, illustration from The Illustrated
XJF696733 Spinning Net Thread in the Claddagh, Galway, illustration from The Illustrated London News, July 16 1870 (engraving) by English School

Clockmakers of the Black Forest, illustration from A Summer in Baden Baden by E
XJF696729 Clockmakers of the Black Forest, illustration from A Summer in Baden Baden by E. Guinot, print made by Bertrand, c

A lace maker outside her cottage in South Buckinghamshire, late C19th (b / w photo)
XJF696724 A lace maker outside her cottage in South Buckinghamshire, late C19th (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Seventeenth-Century Shoemaker Fitting a Distinguished Customer, illustration
XJF696684 A Seventeenth-Century Shoemaker Fitting a Distinguished Customer, illustration from Book of Craftsmen by Marjory Bruce, published 1937 (engraving) by English School

Bootmaker J. H. Cope, late C19th (b / w photo)
XJF696685 Bootmaker J. H. Cope, late C19th (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Chinese Woman making a fishing net, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper)
XIR694808 A Chinese Woman making a fishing net, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper) by Chinese School, (18th century); Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern

A Chinese Woman cutting cloth, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper)
XIR694814 A Chinese Woman cutting cloth, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper) by Chinese School, (18th century); Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern

A Chinese Woman making a bobbin, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper)
XIR694812 A Chinese Woman making a bobbin, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper) by Chinese School, (18th century); Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern

A Chinese Woman spinning, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper)
XIR694810 A Chinese Woman spinning, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper) by Chinese School, (18th century); Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern

A Chinese Woman darning, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper)
XIR694807 A Chinese Woman darning, Qianlong Period (1736-96) (gouache on paper) by Chinese School, (18th century); Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern

Arab agitator preaching the Holy War in Tripolitania, illustration from Le Petit Journal
XIR414747 Arab agitator preaching the Holy War in Tripolitania, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 19th November 1911 (colour litho) by French School

Effects of the new civilization at Tripoli, illustration from Le Petit Journal
XIR414745 Effects of the new civilization at Tripoli, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 5th November 1911 (colour litho) by French School

Italy providing civilization to Tripolitania, illustration from Le Petit Journal
XIR414744 Italy providing civilization to Tripolitania, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 15th October 1911 (colour litho) by French School

Playing Cards depicting current commercial ventures, c. 1720 (print)
XJF392627 Playing Cards depicting current commercial ventures, c.1720 (print) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The brewer, old master print, 17th century, 1600s, 1700s, engraving, liszt gourmet archive, brewery, beer, occupation, purity law, german purity law, caucasian, europe, germany, alcohol, drink

The cook, old master print, 17th century, 1600s, 1700s, engraving, liszt gourmet archive. cooking, kitchen, oven, fire, food, chef, cuisine, occupation

Clothworker, reproduction of 16th century woodcut, 19th century
KW3085218 Clothworker, reproduction of 16th century woodcut, 19th century by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (after); (add.info.: Clothworker; 19th century reproduction of 16th century woodcut by Jost Amman)

The Cryes of London, 1655 (etching)
XJF3058196 The Cryes of London, 1655 (etching) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London street traders: musk seller, wood chopper, tankerd (water) carrier

Franco-Prussian War: Inside view of Fort Nogent outside Paris after occupation by Wurttemberg troops

Franco-Prussian War: View of the soap factory in Le Bourget during their occupation 11-3 clock in the afternoon on October 29, 1870 by the franctireurs of the press and Friends of France

The Italpan Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, View of the Town

The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag

Saturn, c. 1464 (engraving)
XJF618971 Saturn, c.1464 (engraving) by Baldini, Baccio (c.1436-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saturn rides a chariot across the sky drawn by a two-headed dragon)

Berlin reduced to Protesting, crowds gather outside the Reichstag to protest
XJF618898 Berlin reduced to Protesting, crowds gather outside the Reichstag to protest against the Franco-Belgian occupation of the Ruhr, from The Illustrated London News

Trade card for Thomas Collyer, Cornhill Haberdasher
XJF3037903 Trade card for Thomas Collyer, Cornhill Haberdasher by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Trade card for B. Friedeberg, Southwark hardware merchant
XJF3037902 Trade card for B. Friedeberg, Southwark hardware merchant by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Trade card for Edward Butling, room hangings
XJF3037901 Trade card for Edward Butling, room hangings by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Trade card for Nehemiah Ward, Southwark whipmaker
XJF3037900 Trade card for Nehemiah Ward, Southwark whipmaker by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

2657604; out of copyright

2657600; out of copyright

2657599; out of copyright

Study for Building the Roman Wall, c. 1857 (w / c on paper) (see 132581 for mural)
XCF264489 Study for Building the Roman Wall, c.1857 (w/c on paper) (see 132581 for mural) by Scott, William Bell (1811-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Occupations connected with the seven planets, illustration from Seyyid Mohammed ibn Emir Hasan
BAL2637046 Occupations connected with the seven planets, illustration from Seyyid Mohammed ibn Emir Hasan, MetAliaAOE-saa Ade ve YenAbiAOEas-siyAde, 1582 (vellum) by Turkish School

Pearl divers off the coast of the Island of Ceylon in the 18th century, from Les
KW2662537 Pearl divers off the coast of the Island of Ceylon in the 18th century, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (engraving) by French School

Workers using the carousel and winch to drill the artesian wells at Grenelle, France
KW2662532 Workers using the carousel and winch to drill the artesian wells at Grenelle, France in the 19th century, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (engraving) by French School

Chinese workers in the 19th century digging a well for the extraction of salt water
KW2662531 Chinese workers in the 19th century digging a well for the extraction of salt water, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (engraving) by French School

2657636; out of copyright

2657633; out of copyright

2619192; out of copyright

2619190; out of copyright

The Chateau d Etry and the Park Occupied by Cossacks in 1814 (gouache on paper)
XIR231594 The Chateau d Etry and the Park Occupied by Cossacks in 1814 (gouache on paper) by Randon, J. (19th century); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux

Entry of the German troops into Paris, 2nd March 1871; Capitulation of Metz, 27th October 1870
XIR164850 Entry of the German troops into Paris, 2nd March 1871; Capitulation of Metz, 27th October 1870, Marshal Leboeuf, Louis Napoleons Minister of war

Entry of King Louis XIV (1643-1715) in Strasbourg, 25th October 1681 (engraving)
XIR164817 Entry of King Louis XIV (1643-1715) in Strasbourg, 25th October 1681 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Queen hidden in a cave, Willem Basse, Jacob Lescailje, 1648

Portrait of Pietro Francavilla (Pietro Franqueville), Pieter de Jode (I), 1590 - 1632

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"Occupation: A Tapestry of Time and Place" Step into the past and explore the diverse occupations that have shaped our world. From a captivating WW2 poster urging you to "Fly with the RAF, " to a heartfelt tribute honoring the bravery of Free French fighters in the Maquis, each hint unveils a unique story. Transport yourself back to London, England in 1915, where staff cooks at King George Military Hospital diligently prepared nourishing meals for wounded soldiers. As you stroll along the streets, don't miss the milk cart making its rounds or catch sight of a wringer, wet clothes dryer symbolizing hard work and domestic chores. Intrigue awaits as you witness a snake charmer playing an enchanting flute-like instrument while a mesmerizing serpent emerges from its basket. This ancient art form has captivated audiences for centuries. Journey further east to Axum, an ancient East African city bustling with activity. Marvel at skilled workers extracting marble while conical grass huts dotting the landscape create an intriguing contrast against a majestic royal palace in the background. Discover history's guiding beacons as you encounter La Corbiere's Direction Finding Tower MP2 on Jersey Island during May 1945. Witness how this structure played a crucial role in navigation during wartime. Immerse yourself in simpler times as children frolic on St. Ives Beach in 1886 captured beautifully on canvas by an artist's brushstrokes. Feel their joy and innocence amidst sun-kissed sands and crashing waves. Witness architectural wonders come alive through reconstruction as Templo Mayor complex stands tall once again before your eyes—a testament to human ingenuity spanning centuries. Descend beneath Tilmanstone and delve into mysterious underground tunnels—echoes of laborious efforts shaping hidden spaces throughout history. Finally, cast your gaze upon large ships majestically sailing down Calcutta's Hooghly River—an awe-inspiring sight capturing the essence of a bustling port city in India.