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Problem Collection (#14)

"The Sketch Ideal Home No

Background imageProblem Collection: African Servants 12

African Servants 12
An Englishwoman in Cape Colony, South Africa, finds that the servant problem is even more acute here than home in England ! 12 of 15

Background imageProblem Collection: African Servants 14

African Servants 14
An Englishwoman in Cape Colony, South Africa, finds that the servant problem is even more acute here than home in England ! 14 of 15

Background imageProblem Collection: African Servants 13

African Servants 13
An Englishwoman in Cape Colony, South Africa, finds that the servant problem is even more acute here than home in England ! 13 of 15

Background imageProblem Collection: African Servants 10

African Servants 10
An Englishwoman in Cape Colony, South Africa, finds that the servant problem is even more acute here than home in England ! 10 of 15

Background imageProblem Collection: Future Street Scene

Future Street Scene
Traffic control will be tighter in the city of the future, but parking will still be a problem

Background imageProblem Collection: A climber tackles a difficult boulder problem on the glacial moraine at Tangnag

A climber tackles a difficult boulder problem on the glacial moraine at Tangnag, near Mera Peak and Mount Everest, Khumbu Region, Nepal, Himalayas, Asia

Background imageProblem Collection: A fat women and daughter easting chips

A fat women and daughter easting chips
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageProblem Collection: A rubbish pit on Malolo island off Fiji

A rubbish pit on Malolo island off Fiji
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageProblem Collection: Killer whale (Orcinus orca): this is a male but the dorsal fin has flopped over

Killer whale (Orcinus orca): this is a male but the dorsal fin has flopped over
Tom Walmsley / SplashdownDirect

Background imageProblem Collection: African Elephant - female / cow rescuing her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in

African Elephant - female / cow rescuing her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in Ngulia Rhino
MAB-127 African Elephant - female / cow rescuing her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary Tsavo National Park, West Kenya

Background imageProblem Collection: African elephant - female / cow angry at not being able to rescue her very young calf which has

African elephant - female / cow angry at not being able to rescue her very young calf which has fallen into a water
MAB-125 African elephant - female / cow angry at not being able to rescue her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in Ngulia Rhino Sancturay Tsavo National Park, West Kenya

Background imageProblem Collection: Man sleeping, Plaza Viejo, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Man sleeping, Plaza Viejo, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageProblem Collection: Cooking on the Moon

Cooking on the Moon may prove a problem to astronauts, but perhaps solar heating could provide the power ?

Background imageProblem Collection: Park Lane Circa 1905

Park Lane Circa 1905
Not much of a traffic problem in Park Lane - an early motor bus presents no threat to pedestrians as they cross the road

Background imageProblem Collection: Shuttng up Suffragette

Shuttng up Suffragette
What I would do with the Suffragists a somewhat unsympathetic approach to the problem of womens rights

Background imageProblem Collection: Leturrs Birdman Project

Leturrs Birdman Project
Leturr cleverly solves the problem of getting airborne by releasing himself from a balloon : alas, his design is not so clever, and he plunges fatally to the ground

Background imageProblem Collection: Scene from Shakespeares Alls Well That Ends Well

Scene from Shakespeares Alls Well That Ends Well
A scene from Shakespeares comedy (or problem play), Alls Well That Ends Well, in which Helena speaks to Bertram, Count of Rousillon. Helena is in love with him, but he does not care for her




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"The Sketch Ideal Home No. VI: Problem-solving with Sherlock Holmes and Moriarty" In this captivating sketch, we witness the intense struggle between the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his arch-nemesis Professor Moriarty. As they engage in a battle of wits, Holmes calmly smokes his pipe, showcasing his unwavering focus amidst chaos. Meanwhile, a very long dachshund dog adds an unexpected touch of humor to the scene. The setting shifts to New Tredegar Colliery in Rhymney Valley, South Wales, where the Lewisham Clock Tower stands tall as a symbol of time ticking away. Here lies our problem - one that requires Holmes' unparalleled deduction skills to solve. With Moriarty lurking in the shadows, it becomes evident that this mystery goes beyond ordinary crimes. The Bernouilli Brothers make their appearance as key players in this intricate web of deceit and danger. As we delve deeper into this enigma, we encounter futuristic transport - the torpedo car - hinting at technological advancements ahead of its time. This juxtaposition highlights how even amidst progress, problems persist. A surprising twist awaits us as Paul Kruger, State President of Transvaal appears transformed into an ogre-like figure. This metaphorical representation suggests that sometimes our biggest they are rooted within ourselves or those who hold power. On Tatler's cover page during World War I era is a thought-provoking statement: "Britain abstains from drinking. " It serves as a reminder that while war rages on externally, internal struggles such as addiction must also be addressed for true resolution. Through these diverse hints woven together artistically by The Sketch Ideal Home No. VI. , we are reminded that problems come in various forms but can always be overcome through intellect and perseverance.