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Problem Collection (#3)

"The Sketch Ideal Home No

Background imageProblem Collection: 13132600

13132600
Turtle approaching surgical glove drifting in the ocean. The glove looks like a jellyfish which is one of its common foods

Background imageProblem Collection: 13132599

13132599
Transparent plastic glove drifting in the ocean. Single-use masks, gloves and bottles of sanitizer shielding us from the spread of COVID-19 are ending up on the streets

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13132598
Used masks and surgical gloves at the waters edge in an estuary. Single-use masks, gloves and bottles of sanitizer shielding us from the spread of COVID-19 are ending up on the streets

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13132597
Used masks and surgical gloves at the waters edge in an estuary. The Covid-19 crisis has spurred rapid production of surgical masks, gloves, and other protective equipment

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13132596
Mask and surgical gloves on top of urban sewer grid. Single-use masks, gloves and bottles of sanitizer shielding us from the spread of COVID-19 are ending up on the streets

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13132595
Mask and surgical gloves on top of urban sewer grid. Single-use masks, gloves and bottles of sanitizer shielding us from the spread of COVID-19 are ending up on the streets

Background imageProblem Collection: Curtiss Challenger R-600, 2-Row, Radial 6 Engine, Circa 1928

Curtiss Challenger R-600, 2-Row, Radial 6 Engine, Circa 1928
The Challenger engine, which followed the water cooled Curtiss V-8 OX-5 engine that powered the World War I JN-4 " Jenny" trainer aircraft, was designed as a lower-cost

Background imageProblem Collection: Tantalus, ca. 1557-70. Creator: Giulio Sanuto

Tantalus, ca. 1557-70. Creator: Giulio Sanuto
Tantalus, ca. 1557-70

Background imageProblem Collection: The Conversation, c. 1896 (pastel on paper laid on canvas)

The Conversation, c. 1896 (pastel on paper laid on canvas)
623100 The Conversation, c.1896 (pastel on paper laid on canvas) by Cassatt, Mary Stevenson (1844-1926); 64.6x81.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Background imageProblem Collection: The Broken Chord, (oil on canvas)

The Broken Chord, (oil on canvas)
659790 The Broken Chord, (oil on canvas) by Breakspeare, William A. (1855-1914); 41.9x62.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Broken Chord. William A. Breakspeare (1855-1914). Oil on canvas

Background imageProblem Collection: Mental Calculation, 1895 (colour litho)

Mental Calculation, 1895 (colour litho)
5234064 Mental Calculation, 1895 (colour litho) by Bogdanov-Belsky, Nikolai Petrovich (1868-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mental Calculation, 1895)

Background imageProblem Collection: Mishap at the Ford, 1818 (oil on panel)

Mishap at the Ford, 1818 (oil on panel)
466447 Mishap at the Ford, 1818 (oil on panel) by Fisher, Alvan (1792-1863); 70.2 x 91.3 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C

Background imageProblem Collection: Its no use calling the tiger to chase away the dog, 1932 (colour litho)

Its no use calling the tiger to chase away the dog, 1932 (colour litho)
473438 Its no use calling the tiger to chase away the dog, 1932 (colour litho) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageProblem Collection: Comic postcard, Girl and boy with overflowing rabbit hutch Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Girl and boy with overflowing rabbit hutch Date: 20th century

Background imageProblem Collection: Comic postcard, Man reluctant to milk a cow Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man reluctant to milk a cow Date: 20th century

Background imageProblem Collection: Comic postcard, Difficulty milking a cow Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Difficulty milking a cow Date: 20th century

Background imageProblem Collection: Rene Descartes requesting the translation of the terms of a problem of geometry (engraving)

Rene Descartes requesting the translation of the terms of a problem of geometry (engraving)
3098001 Rene Descartes requesting the translation of the terms of a problem of geometry (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageProblem Collection: Ariadnes Thread, 1929 (screen print)

Ariadnes Thread, 1929 (screen print)
3036184 Ariadnes Thread, 1929 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of the myth of Ariadnes Thread from Greek Mythology; screen print)

Background imageProblem Collection: A little difficulty. A family in a carriage get into trouble when they find

A little difficulty. A family in a carriage get into trouble when they find the treacherous-looking coastal road is closed

Background imageProblem Collection: Omnibus nuisances. Caution to ladies who like to occupy the seat next to the door

Omnibus nuisances. Caution to ladies who like to occupy the seat next to the door. A mans hobnail boots kick a woman on the head as his feet swing in from the window of the omnibus. Date: 1853

Background imageProblem Collection: A Problem (engraving)

A Problem (engraving)
1616656 A Problem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Problem. Illustration for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 17 May 1884)

Background imageProblem Collection: The Nature of Light - Sir William Braggs experiments

The Nature of Light - Sir William Braggs experiments
The Universe of Light: Factors in " A Fascinating Problem". The Nature of Light - The famous physicist Sir William Braggs experiments at his opening lecture at the Royal Institution - aimed

Background imageProblem Collection: The Restless Little Sitter, c. 1860-69 (oil on canvas)

The Restless Little Sitter, c. 1860-69 (oil on canvas)
989918 The Restless Little Sitter, c.1860-69 (oil on canvas) by Meyer-Wismar, Ferdinand (1833-1917); 64.7x77.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Restless Little Sitter)

Background imageProblem Collection: 'The problem of the Penny Dreadful '(litho)

"The problem of the Penny Dreadful "(litho)
6013116 " The problem of the Penny Dreadful " (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageProblem Collection: Bridegroom and best man unable to find the ring at a wedding (chromolitho)

Bridegroom and best man unable to find the ring at a wedding (chromolitho)
6032019 Bridegroom and best man unable to find the ring at a wedding (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageProblem Collection: Parliament declares the British throne vacant, 1688

Parliament declares the British throne vacant, 1688
Parliament declares the British throne vacant after the flight of James II in 1688. 1688

Background imageProblem Collection: Cartoon, John Bull and William Gladstone

Cartoon, John Bull and William Gladstone - Now, William, if you don t get on a little faster, I shall have to put somebody else on the job

Background imageProblem Collection: Lloyd George and Bonar Law try to solve the Irish Question with the help of the Coalition

Lloyd George and Bonar Law try to solve the Irish Question with the help of the Coalition
KDC400242 Lloyd George and Bonar Law try to solve the Irish Question with the help of the Coalition Government lever, October, 1920 (litho) by Raven-Hill

Background imageProblem Collection: John Bull, depicted as a camel, is reluctant to carry the new tax burdens imposed by

John Bull, depicted as a camel, is reluctant to carry the new tax burdens imposed by
KDC397323 John Bull, depicted as a camel, is reluctant to carry the new tax burdens imposed by Lloyd George in The Peoples Budget, frontispiece for Punch Magazine, June 30, 1909 (litho) by Sambourne

Background imageProblem Collection: U. S. troops learn cryptography, Tarawa, Papua New Guinea, June 1943 (sepia photo)

U. S. troops learn cryptography, Tarawa, Papua New Guinea, June 1943 (sepia photo)
696846 U.S. troops learn cryptography, Tarawa, Papua New Guinea, June 1943 (sepia photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageProblem Collection: The British Valhalla -- Archbishop Thomas Becket

The British Valhalla -- Archbishop Thomas Becket
The British Valhalla -- Bishop of Exeter at Northampton, supplicating Archbishop Thomas Becket to submit to King Henry II, and the reconciliation at Montmirail in France

Background imageProblem Collection: The problem with Capote bonnets

The problem with Capote bonnets: two womens deep-brimmed bonnets collide as they greet each other, while fashionable men watch

Background imageProblem Collection: Woman catching her hat on a street sign

Woman catching her hat on a street sign
Woman getting her headdress caught in a street sign, while another woman tries to stop some dogs pulling at her petticoats. Copperplate engraving and illustration by Daniel Chodowiecki, Berlin, 1790

Background imageProblem Collection: Sherlock Holmes - The Adventure of the Final Problem, 1893 (engraving)

Sherlock Holmes - The Adventure of the Final Problem, 1893 (engraving)
526894 Sherlock Holmes - The Adventure of the Final Problem, 1893 (engraving) by Paget, Sidney (1860-1908); (add.info.: Sherlock Holmes calling on Dr Watson to ask for his help to defeat his)

Background imageProblem Collection: The Fat Boy, from The Pickwick Papers, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)

The Fat Boy, from The Pickwick Papers, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465756 The Fat Boy, from The Pickwick Papers, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageProblem Collection: The difficult arrest of a snake charmer (colour litho)

The difficult arrest of a snake charmer (colour litho)
3099104 The difficult arrest of a snake charmer (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: The difficult arrest of a snake charmer)

Background imageProblem Collection: The Pink Note, notice of termination of employment

The Pink Note, notice of termination of employment
The Pink Note - notice of termination of employment. 1870

Background imageProblem Collection: The Problem of Aerial Navigation, the Navigable Balloon, 'Santos Dumont VI'(b / w photo)

The Problem of Aerial Navigation, the Navigable Balloon, "Santos Dumont VI"(b / w photo)
1629131 The Problem of Aerial Navigation, the Navigable Balloon, " Santos Dumont VI" (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageProblem Collection: Early Motoring - We ll be needed again

Early Motoring - We ll be needed again

Background imageProblem Collection: HIGH PRIESTS DEBATE

HIGH PRIESTS DEBATE
The High Priests discuss how to resolve the Jesus problem, and commission Judas to betray his master. Date: circa 30

Background imageProblem Collection: Housing problems in the East End of London with typical large families living in one room

Housing problems in the East End of London with typical large families living in one room. Date: 1919

Background imageProblem Collection: Tankard, the body chased with a scene representing Alexander

Tankard, the body chased with a scene representing Alexander
CH469897 Tankard, the body chased with a scene representing Alexander and the Legend of the Gordian Knot, Danzig, c.1680 (parcel gilt silver) by German School

Background imageProblem Collection: Anxious Suspense. By P. R. Morris (engraving)

Anxious Suspense. By P. R. Morris (engraving)
663756 Anxious Suspense. By P. R. Morris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anxious Suspense. By P. R. Morris)

Background imageProblem Collection: Lloyd George is prevented from resting by the difficulties caused by industrial unrest in

Lloyd George is prevented from resting by the difficulties caused by industrial unrest in
KDC400236 Lloyd George is prevented from resting by the difficulties caused by industrial unrest in Britain and additionally the problems of Ireland, October, 1919 (litho) by Raven-Hill

Background imageProblem Collection: Relating his Grievances (colour litho)

Relating his Grievances (colour litho)
IL388037 Relating his Grievances (colour litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageProblem Collection: Difficulties of being a Welsh postman (chromolitho)

Difficulties of being a Welsh postman (chromolitho)
5996142 Difficulties of being a Welsh postman (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Difficulties of being a Welsh postman)

Background imageProblem Collection: Man choosing a servant straight from the country (colour litho)

Man choosing a servant straight from the country (colour litho)
3641609 Man choosing a servant straight from the country (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man choosing a servant straight from the country)

Background imageProblem Collection: An officer of the National Peoples Armed Forces explains to foreign visitors at the Brandenburg

An officer of the National Peoples Armed Forces explains to foreign visitors at the Brandenburg Gate the necessity of
3638433 An officer of the National Peoples Armed Forces explains to foreign visitors at the Brandenburg Gate the necessity of the antifascist protective wall




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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.