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Pealing Collection

"Pealing with Color: Discovering Tillamook's Vintage Fire Truck" In the charming coastal town of Tillamook, Oregon

Background imagePealing Collection: Whittington Resting on Highgate-Hill - from a painting by F. Newnham, 1858. Creator: Unknown

Whittington Resting on Highgate-Hill - from a painting by F. Newnham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Whittington Resting on Highgate-Hill - from a painting by F. Newnham, 1858. Whether all the wonderful stories which have been told of Whittington and his cat be true or not

Background imagePealing Collection: USA, Oregon, Tillamook. Old fire truck with gauges and valves with colorful pealing paint

USA, Oregon, Tillamook. Old fire truck with gauges and valves with colorful pealing paint

Background imagePealing Collection: Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c

Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL174585 Ms Hunter 229 f.21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Background imagePealing Collection: Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v Detail showing musicians, from the Hunterian Psalter, c

Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v Detail showing musicians, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL174586 Ms Hunter 229 f.21v Detail showing musicians, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School

Background imagePealing Collection: Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c

Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL175490 Ms Hunter 229 f.21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Background imagePealing Collection: Bell ringing pug dogs

Bell ringing pug dogs
An imaginative portrayal of pugs as bell ringing, bringing Christmas wishes. " Two pug-dogs were ringing two bells And when they began to swing

Background imagePealing Collection: Boy and two girls in the snow on a Christmas card

Boy and two girls in the snow on a Christmas card, with a verse about pealing bells. Date: circa 1870s

Background imagePealing Collection: Picture No. 11768793

Picture No. 11768793
An imaginative portrayal of pugs as bell ringing, bringing Christmas wishes. Two pug-dogs were ringing two bells And when they began to swing

Background imagePealing Collection: Picture No. 11768792

Picture No. 11768792
An imaginative portrayal of pugs as bell ringing, bringing Christmas wishes. Two pug-dogs were ringing two bells And when they began to swing



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"Pealing with Color: Discovering Tillamook's Vintage Fire Truck" In the charming coastal town of Tillamook, Oregon, an old fire truck stands proudly as a testament to its rich history. This vintage beauty showcases gauges and valves adorned with pealing paint in vibrant hues, creating a captivating sight for all who pass by. As you stroll through the streets of Tillamook, USA, this unique fire truck catches your eye. Its weathered exterior tells tales of countless emergencies it once raced to extinguish. The colorful pealing paint adds character and charm to this piece of local heritage. The scene reminds you of ancient illustrations from the Hunterian Psalter dating back to 1170. In those delicate pen and ink drawings on vellum, David is depicted tuning his harp while musicians surround him. Just like those medieval artists captured moments in time, this old fire truck freezes history within its rusty frame. Yet amidst these historical references lies another reality that tugs at your heartstrings - child poverty in London. A photo captures the harsh truth faced by many young ones struggling under difficult circumstances. It serves as a poignant reminder that not everyone has access to such nostalgic relics or carefree childhood memories. But there is hope even in challenging times; just like the joyous image of three children playing in the snow on a Christmas card warms your soul. Their laughter echoes through generations and brings comfort during cold winter days. And what about unexpected surprises? Imagine pug dogs merrily ringing bells. Picture No. 11768793 perfectly encapsulates this whimsical moment where our furry friends become unlikely bell ringers spreading cheer wherever they go. Similarly enchanting is Picture No. 11768792 which captures two individuals lost in their own world while admiring something beautiful together – perhaps gazing upon Tillamook's vintage fire truck itself.