Onlookers Collection (#4)

The Scottish Fete, in Lord Holland's Park, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Scottish Fete, in Lord Holland's Park, [Notting Hill, London], 1850. The object of this undertaking was to afford encouragement to those who desire to uphold the sports

Launch of the "Pelican", Iron Screw Steam-Ship, at Cork, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Launch of the "Pelican", Iron Screw Steam-Ship, at Cork, [Ireland], 1850. Her amount of tonnage will approach 850 tons

Mumbai, India - The Muharram Festival Procession
Mumbai (Bombay), India - The Muharram Festival Procession. 1916

Oraibi snake dance, 1904, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Oraibi snake dance, 1904, c1905. Hopi Indians, Arizona, in snake ceremony, with pueblo and onlookers in background

The marriage of Princess Alice with Prince Louis of Hesse-Darmstadt... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The marriage of Princess Alice with Prince Louis of Hesse-Darmstadt: Departure of Their Royal Highnesses from Osborne for St

The Snakeholder, 16th century. Creators: Diana Mantuana, Giulio Romano
The Snakeholder, 16th century

The woman who touched the hem of his garment, illustration from
IL281084 The woman who touched the hem of his garment, illustration from Women of the Bible, published by The Religious Tract Society, 1927 (colour litho) by Copping

The Prince of Wales, Duke of Windsor (later King Edward VIII from 20th January 1936) pictured in his fashionable pin striped suit and boater hat, during a visit to Manchester, North West England

Chicago Worlds Fair 1933 - Firestone Factory and Exhibitio
Chicago Worlds Fair 1933 - The Firestone Patented Gum Dipping Process in the Firestone Factory and Exhibition Building. 1933

Circus Parade Date: 1891

Elizabeth, Duchess of York attempts to knock down a coconut
Elizabeth, Duchess of York (1900-2002) (later Elizabeth, the Queen Mother) attempts to knock down a coconut at the coconut shies at the Fresh Air Fund annual outing in Epping Forest

Canada - Ontario - Mining Town - South Porcupine - A fire behind a Supply Store on Julyy 11, 1911. Date: 1911

The arrival of Lord and Lady Braybrooke at Audley End House. Date: 1866

Wrestling Match (Wrestlers - Luchadas) - Canary Islands
Canarain Wrestling Match (Wrestlers - Luchadas) - Canary Islands, Spain. Canarian Wrestling is a form of folk wrestling, originally from the Canary Islands, where it is known as Lucha Canaria

Charlie Chaplin in London - Arrival at Victoria Station
Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977) English comic actor, filmmaker, and composer - arriving in London - A wild arrival at Victoria Station with the star resorting to sitting on the roof of his cab as

Launching of a Dhow - Aden Maalla Village, Yemen Date: 1910s

The Proclamation of King George V at Worthing, West Sussex - May 9th, 1910. Posted 8 days later! Date: 1910

Vista del globo areostatico qe. se hecho ante Ss. Ms. y su Rl. familia el dia 8 de enero de 1793 en el qual fue Dn. Vicente Lunardi y cayo a las 2 de la tarde …, pub. 1793 (engraving)

The wear and tear of a knight, 1565 (1849). Artist: Jost Ammon
The wear and tear of a knight, 1565 (1849). From a fragment of an engraving on wood attributed to Jost Ammon, found in the collection of M Guenebault, Paris

Military Speaker
A pastel painting which shows a crowd of people listening to a military man, who is speaking from an elevated position, onlookers are also viewing from the high terrace above. Date: circa 1920

Subsidence of Railway Tunnel at Guildford, showing collapsed tunnel and buildings, with onlookers top left. From the section, Small Talk'. Date: 1895

Epsom Racecourse
Illustration by Charles Simpson, showing spectators viewing the action from their vehicles. Date: circa 1932

Les Courses
This oil painting shows the busy mayhem of the races, with onlookers and punters offering their support to the racing horses. Date: circa 1920

Whitby Piers on Regatta Day, Whitby, North Yorkshire. Date: circa 1910s

Carnival at Nice, France (2/2)
Carnival at Nice, France - Serenade to the Moon (small float) Date: 1896

Carnival at Nice, France (1/2)
Carnival at Nice, France - Spectacular float featuring an elaborately-dressed Gentleman rigding an eagle, carrying a large basket of wine! Date: circa 1920s

Dick Turpin almost certainly a different version of the story. The central image shows Turpin, aghast, as Black Bess, who has carried him to York, is carried dead on a stretcher

Marriage of the Covenanter (oil on canvas)
GLS224026 Marriage of the Covenanter (oil on canvas) by Johnston, Alexander (1815-91); 110.8x157.1 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Procession to welcome Emmeline Pankhurst, Christabel Pankhurst and Mary Leigh on their early release from prison
STC321046 Procession to welcome Emmeline Pankhurst, Christabel Pankhurst and Mary Leigh on their early release from prison on 19th December 1908 (sepia photo) by English Photographer

Loading the Boats, St. Ives, 1926 (oil on canvas)
MAN278082 Loading the Boats, St. Ives, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Wood, Christopher (1901-30); 51.2x61.3 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Salvation Army march led by drummer being barracked by onlookers in Paris, 1892 (print)
535776 Salvation Army march led by drummer being barracked by onlookers in Paris, 1892 (print) by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

The Marathon: Race in Memory of a Great Greek Victory, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge
IL281073 The Marathon: Race in Memory of a Great Greek Victory, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge (colour litho) by Tennant, C

The Devils Dance on the West Coast of Africa, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Devils Dance on the West Coast of Africa, 1890. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

The Guards Burlesque "Fra Diavolo"at the Chelsea Barracks;"Zerlina"(Miss Rose Hawdon... 1890)
The Guards Burlesque " Fra Diavolo" at the Chelsea Barracks; " Zerlina" (Miss Rose Hawdon) performing the " Shadow Dance". 1890

"Misgivings"--His First Visit to the Forge, 1890. Creator: Unknown
" Misgivings" --His First Visit to the Forge, 1890

The miracle of Saint Just, who stands at center holding his decapitated head in his hands... 1639
The miracle of Saint Just, who stands at center holding his decapitated head in his hands with two onlookers, 1639

Feast of Our Lady of the Forest, 1616 (oil on canvas)
354838 Feast of Our Lady of the Forest, 1616 (oil on canvas) by Alsloot, Denys van (1570-1628); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca

The Deliveries, Islas de los Faisanes (oil on canvas)
364996 The Deliveries, Islas de los Faisanes (oil on canvas) by Meulen, Adam Frans van der (1632-90); Convento de la Encarnacion, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Commemorating the Peace of the Pyrenees)

An irascible Englishman (colour litho)
2807777 An irascible Englishman (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An irascible Englishman)

Wrestlers with weapons, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478558 Wrestlers with weapons, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Djitty, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Deeds of the Apaches (colour litho)
2779298 Deeds of the Apaches (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deeds of the Apaches)

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"Onlookers captivated by the majestic sight of the Airship R101 G-FaW moored outside the hangars, their eyes filled with wonder and awe. In Birstall, West Yorkshire, a crowd gathers for the unveiling of a statue honoring Joseph Priestly, their faces reflecting admiration and respect. Mr. Sadler's Ascent from Merton Fields in Oxford draws curious onlookers who watch in anticipation as he takes to the skies, leaving them amazed at his daring feat. At the Southdown Sheep Fair in September 1949, Sussex locals gather around to witness this vibrant celebration of rural life. The Warwick Races depicted in an engraving from The Illustrated London News of April 12th, 1845 attracts a throng of enthusiastic spectators eagerly cheering on their favorite horses. In "The Road to Calvary, " painted in 1564, we see onlookers drawn into this powerful scene depicting Christ's journey towards crucifixion – their expressions filled with empathy and sorrow. A color lithograph captures the burning City Hall in New York on August 17th, 1858; frightened but fascinated onlookers stand transfixed by this devastating spectacle. During a major fire at Prudential Insurance Building attended by LCC-LFB firefighters or at the official opening of Roundhay Park Open Air Swimming Pool in Leeds where families gather excitedly along its edges – both events draw crowds eager to witness history unfold before their eyes. The visit of Duke Edinburgh to Edlington brings out proud townspeople lining up as respectful onlookers while The Aldershot Tattoo concludes grandly amidst cheers and applause from thousands gathered for this spectacular display. Finally, Antrim Town witnesses joyous laughter as people come together during Lol. 651 celebrations held every July 12th. "