Patched Collection

The state tinkers, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, engraver, Published Feb y 10th 1780 by W. Humphrey, 1780. 1 print : engraving, color. Three men breaking a large bowl which is cracked and patched

Wartime coupons
Don t you worry, no coupons to spare Depicting girl with patched frock on the arm of a military man. Date: 1943

Communism in Russia 1934
Standing by to hoist the flag when Europe turns communist may mean a long wait, but at least its a steady job!

A Sketch in the Streets of London, 1858. Creator: Unknown
A Sketch in the Streets of London, 1858. Engraving...from a Sketch of M. Louis Bulewski...of a very curious specimen of English nomads...We do not know how better to describe their general costume

A Jutland Shepherd on the Moors, 1855. Creator: Frederik Vermehren
A Jutland Shepherd on the Moors, 1855. [Note knitting needles and wool.]

Old woman with broom, c.1880-c.1910. Creator: Anon
Old woman with broom, c.1880-c.1910. An old woman in frayed and patched clothing stands with a broom in hand

The poor child, 1880-1897. Creator: Antonio Mancini
The poor child, 1880-1897

Boy's Suit, c. 1941. Creators: Charles Mannino, Nancy Crimi
Boy's Suit, c. 1941

Comic postcard, Man kneeling in bed, praying for a woman Date: 20th century

This poor young ragamuffin looks up at the night sky and spects Heavens a very SMART
This poor young ragamuffin looks up at the night sky and " spects Heavens a very SMART place" Date: 1950

A South African Man with skin pigmentation condition
A South African Man with the skin pigmentation condition vitiligo, creating a remarkable patched appearance, captioned here as Leopard Skin (!). Date: circa 1900

Arts & Crafts Terrace House
An architectural drawing showing a view of a terrace house from the south, looking over an attractive garden with a central elevated platform with lawn patched and a water feature. Date: circa 1906

Farmhouses
A painting of some industrial farmhouses with a smokestack rising high, they are placed in the centre of a countryside of patched fields and rows of trees. Date: circa 1916

Conchy, peek-a-boo character by Chloe Preston, WW1
Conchy (conscientious objector), First World War. A peek-a-boo character by Chloe Preston, in hand-painted Savoy china (Birks Grotesques). 1914-1918

DDE-90019861
Kenya. Singing rosy-patched bushshrike bird perched on tree limb. Date: 11/11/2005

DDE-90019850
Kenya. Rosy-patched bushshrike bird perched among tree limbs. Date: 11/11/2005

Bill Raven (coloured engraving)
558633 Bill Raven (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bill Raven.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

Comic postcard, Man to help with town planning Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, A blow on the Hindenburg Line, WW1 - a satirical comment on the German defensive position on the Western Front, showing a German soldier with a line of washing. Date: circa 1916-1917

Original Artwork - Christmas Cracker packaging design
Original Artwork - Painted design for advertising/packaging for C.W.S. Christmas Crackers, with the crackers coming to life and wandering away! Date: circa 1937

Christmas place marker - Dutch boy with large cracker
Christmas place marker - Little Dutch boy in traditional costume, holding a large cracker. Date: circa 1937

Christmas place marker - Dutch boy with large spoon
Christmas place marker - Little Dutch boy in traditional costume, holding a large spoon. Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - little patched-up blue fabric dog, holding a yellow flower. Date: circa 1937

Comic postcard, Washing line of clothes in a garden Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Lost and found clothing Date: 20th century

Patched pair of trousers (colour litho)
3094680 Patched pair of trousers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patched pair of trousers. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Comic postcard, Future fathers-in-law Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Cold weather conversation Date: early 20th century

Comic postcard, Elegant woman and scruffy man selling sheet music in the street Date: 20th century

Comic birthday postcard, Two boys about to fight as girl watches Date: 20th century

Comic birthday postcard, Two boys about to fight Date: 20th century

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Coupon shortage and making do
The long Caption gives the little girls excuse for having patches. The Home Front War Effort was helped along by cryptic slogans such as Make do and Mend and Making do

Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
3025381 Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Brooklands racing circuit, Surrey
Light and shadow on the patched concrete of Brooklands racing circuit, Surrey. 20th century

Santa Claus with girl on a Christmas postcard
Santa Claus with a little girl in the snow on a Christmas postcard. Date: circa 1900s

Mahdist Jibbeh, c. 1880 (cotton)
MGS171736 Mahdist Jibbeh, c.1880 (cotton) by Sudanese School, (19th century); Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; out of copyright

A Good Spell Of Business (colour litho)
3093972 A Good Spell Of Business (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Good Spell Of Business. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Tramp with patches in his trousers (colour litho)
3093797 Tramp with patches in his trousers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tramp with patches in his trousers)

A Canoeing Expedition on a West African River, a Traders Story (engraving)
1051131 A Canoeing Expedition on a West African River, a Traders Story (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fagin, 1883 (watercolour)
985867 Fagin, 1883 (watercolour) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fagin. A page from an album of 18 original watercolour drawings of characters)

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St Dunstans-in-the-East
Severely damaged in the Fire of London in 1666, it was patched up between 1668 and 1671. A steeple was added around 1700 to the designs of Sir Christopher Wren

Puerto Rico - San Juan - Boat Dock
Puerto Rico - San Juan - Harbour. Date: 1911

An Eminent Judge of Broom Besoms!! 1805 (engraving)
3086761 An Eminent Judge of Broom Besoms!! 1805 (engraving) by Kay, John (1742-1826); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old John Tait the Besom maker who Travelled the Country begging)

Bust Boy Turban Winged Angel Three Old Men Jacques de Gheyn
Bust of a Boy in a Turban, a Winged Angel, and Three Old Men; Jacques de Gheyn II (Dutch, 1565 - 1629); Netherlands; about 1600; Pen and brown ink on light brown fibrous paper

Three chimney sweep boys on a cutout Christmas card, held together by a long brush. circa 1890s

The Round Game of Happy Families, Mrs Scraps
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Mrs Scraps the Butchers Wife. circa 1910

The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Squills
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Squills the Chemists Daughter. circa 1910

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"Patched: A Tapestry of History, Art, and Diversity" Step into the world where history is stitched together with artistry and diversity. From the state tinkers of old to the wartime coupons that shaped economies, every patch tells a story. Gillray's engravings come alive as we delve into James Gillray's satirical genius. Published on February 10th, his works continue to captivate audiences even centuries later. Travel back in time to witness communism in Russia during 1934. Explore how this ideology influenced society and left an indelible mark on its people. Discover the charm of Arts & Crafts Terrace Houses, where craftsmanship meets architectural beauty. These homes stand as a testament to creativity and attention to detail. Escape to serene farmhouses nestled amidst picturesque landscapes. Experience the simplicity and tranquility they offer, reminding us of our connection with nature. Meet Conchy, Chloe Preston's peek-a-boo character from World War I. Through her illustrations, she brings joy and laughter amidst challenging times. Chuckling at a comic postcard depicting a man kneeling in bed praying for a woman may seem peculiar but reflects the humor prevalent in the 20th century. Witness an enchanting scene as a young ragamuffin gazes up at the night sky with wonderment. The heavens hold secrets waiting for him to unravel - truly smart indeed. Celebrate diversity by acknowledging individuals like South African Man with skin pigmentation condition who defy societal norms and embrace their unique beauty. Immerse yourself in "What Do You Think, " an oil painting from 1888 that provokes introspection about personal opinions and perspectives through captivating brushstrokes. Uncover mysteries hidden within DDE-90019861 and DDE-90019850 - codes that might unlock untold stories or reveal connections between seemingly unrelated artifacts. In this tapestry called "Patched, " each hint intertwines threads of history, art, and diversity.