Old Father Time Collection

An engraving depicting Old Father Time with his scythe and hourglass, 19th century
5311222 An engraving depicting Old Father Time with his scythe and hourglass, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1891); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Tea-Tax Tempest, or the Anglo American Revolution, 1778 (litho)
NYL423092 The Tea-Tax Tempest, or the Anglo American Revolution, 1778 (litho) by American School, (18th century); New York Public Library

Dissolving Views! or, The Past and the Future (colour litho)
3648290 Dissolving Views! or, The Past and the Future (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dissolving Views)

New Year greetings card for 1908 (chromolitho)
2775582 New Year greetings card for 1908 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Year greetings card for 1908)

The New Year (engraving)
1590156 The New Year (engraving) by Emslie, Alfred Edward (1848-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Year. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 January 1881)

The Birth of the New Year (engraving)
1101627 The Birth of the New Year (engraving) by Harvey, William (1796-1866) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Birth of the New Year)

Bringing in the New Year (engraving)
1626115 Bringing in the New Year (engraving) by Friston, David Henry (fl.1853-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bringing in the New Year)

Old Father Time, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731099 Old Father Time, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Father Time)

A New Years Vision (colour litho)
3648288 A New Years Vision (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: A New Years Vision)

British New Year card (colour litho)
732370 British New Year card (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British New Year card, with three bearded Old Father Time figures)

A Birmingham Clock maker seen here in his workshop. 16th April 1962

Head of an Old Man (oil on canvas)
XIR155303 Head of an Old Man (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); Musee Antoine Lecuyer, Saint-Quentin, France; French, out of copyright

Decorative clock with Old Father Time on church tower, Cranbrook, Kent, England, august

Ornate clock in Chicago
An ornate clock on the corner of a building at E Wacker Place and N Wabash Avenue in Chicago. It has four faces, the word Time under the dials and a figure of Old Father Time on top

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"Old Father Time: A Journey through the Ages" Step into a world of history and tradition as we explore the captivating presence of Old Father Time. From the Tea-Tax Tempest to the Anglo American Revolution in 1778, his influence has shaped our past. Through Dissolving Views. Or, The Past and the Future, depicted in vibrant color lithographs, we witness how time dissolves old chapters while paving way for new beginnings. In a New Year greetings card from 1908, brought to life with chromolithography, Old Father Time stands tall as he welcomes another year filled with hope and promise. In engravings such as The Birth of the New Year and Bringing in the New Year, we see him symbolize renewal and rebirth. His timeless wisdom guides us forward into uncharted territories. As seen in an enchanting Christmas Card rendered through chromolithography, Old Father Time reminds us that amidst festive cheer lies reflection on moments passed. A New Years Vision unfolds before our eyes through vivid color lithographs; it is a testament to dreams yet to be realized. From British New Year cards bursting with colorful lithographs to illustrations capturing everyday life like that of a Birmingham Clock maker working diligently in his workshop - these glimpses offer insight into how time's passage affects both grand events and ordinary lives alike. Old Father Time remains an enduring figure throughout centuries - an embodiment of change itself. As illustrated by Le Rire's vibrant color lithographs depicting him humorously engaging with modernity, he adapts effortlessly while retaining his essence. So let us honor this timeless guardian who transcends eras – Old Father Time – reminding us that each passing moment brings forth opportunities for growth and transformation.