Promise Collection (#3)

Do not believe who promises the Moon (chromolitho)
1094381 Do not believe who promises the Moon (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Do not believe who promises the Moon)

Ring (diamond & platinum) (see also 492446-47)
492445 Ring (diamond & platinum) (see also 492446-47) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: set with a rectangular-cut diamond, approx)

Buonaparte hearing of Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English
NCO190141 Buonaparte hearing of Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English from off the Earth, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Children of the Bible: The Shunammites Son (chromolitho)
6001803 The Children of the Bible: The Shunammites Son (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Children of the Bible: The Shunammites Son)

The Betrothal of the Virgin, From The Life of the Virgin, c. 1504 (woodcut print)
1767106 The Betrothal of the Virgin, From The Life of the Virgin, c.1504 (woodcut print) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Betrothal of the Virgin)

Lovers in the wood (colour photo)
3093541 Lovers in the wood (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lovers in the wood. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

For Always, (oil on canvas)
658983 For Always, (oil on canvas) by Sadler, Walter Dendy (1854-1923); 127x96.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: For Always. Walter Dendy Sadler (1854-1923). Oil on canvas. 50 x 38in

Cub Service, 1929 (colour litho)
472992 Cub Service, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wolf Cubs (also known as Cub Scouts) are young scouts aged between 7 and 11

The Wolf Cub Promise, 1929 (colour litho)
472972 The Wolf Cub Promise, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wolf Cubs (also known as Cub Scouts) are young scouts aged between 7 and 11

Nature Study Badge for Scouts, Scout entering a hide, 1929 (colour litho)
472987 Nature Study Badge for Scouts, Scout entering a hide, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho)
472975 A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 5th Scout Law)

Black-Eyed Susan, song illustration from Pan-Pipes
DGC452040 Black-Eyed Susan, song illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo

Monument to the Prince Imperial in Zululand, illustration from The Graphic
485234 Monument to the Prince Imperial in Zululand, illustration from The Graphic magazine, 1880 (litho) by Nash (fl.1880); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Zulu Chief)

The Vow (w / c on paper)
AEG122850 The Vow (w/c on paper) by Gotch, Thomas Cooper (1854-1931); 93x77 cm; Alfred East Gallery, Kettering Borough Council; eAlfred East Gallery, Kettering; English, out of copyright

A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath
824206 A Parting Benediction- Speak truly on thy knighthood and thine oath, (oil on canvas) by Landseer, Charles (1799-1879); 102x127 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ring, c. 1935 (diamond & platinum)
1449078 Ring, c.1935 (diamond & platinum) by Tiffany & Company; Private Collection; (add.info.: Set with a rectangular-cut diamond)

Figure of a Woman; Figura de mujer, 1924 (oil on canvas)
1769339 Figure of a Woman; Figura de mujer, 1924 (oil on canvas) by Guttero, Alfredo (1882-1932); 56x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Figure of a Woman; Figura de mujer)

Gods Promise to Abraham, Gen xv 5 (engraving)
5202395 Gods Promise to Abraham, Gen xv 5 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gods Promise to Abraham, Gen xv 5)

David in Solemn Assembly declaring Gods Favour to himself and Promise to his Son Solomon (engraving)
5218508 David in Solemn Assembly declaring Gods Favour to himself and Promise to his Son Solomon (engraving) by English School

Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving)
1061412 Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Stay here quoth he. I ll bring you bread". 1930s (colour litho)
1122789 " Stay here quoth he. I ll bring you bread". 1930s (colour litho) by Adams, Frank (1871-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

Catching the Light
Penny Myles

tu m'as promis
Bogdan Bouşcă

Promised in marriage
Massimo Tamajo

Don't open till Christmas
Christmas surprise concept, a gift box with dence steam and a reaching hand on a dark background with decorations and stars. New year present vivid still life with action.. Dina Belenko

Difficult choice
A black rat with his vote stands near the ballot box at a polling station. It has a difficult choice.. Iryna Kuznetsova (Iridi)

Aichi AB-3 reconnaissance seaplane, ordered by the Imperial Japanese Navy, for use on the Chinese Navys new warship ordered from the Harima shipyard in Japan

Joachim Receiving the Promise of the Birth of the Virgin, 1520. Creator: Sebald Beham
Joachim Receiving the Promise of the Birth of the Virgin, 1520

Jezebel Promising Naboths Vineyards to King Ahab, ca. 1517. Creator: Lucas van Leyden
Jezebel Promising Naboths Vineyards to King Ahab, ca. 1517

The Pledge of Love, 1786. Creator: Jean Mathieu
The Pledge of Love, 1786. After Jean Honore Fragonard

Le Serment d Amour. n. d. Creator: Jean Mathieu
Le Serment d Amour.n.d. Engraved by Jean Mathieu

The Marriage of St. Catherine. Creator: Carlo Maratti
The Marriage of St. Catherine

Cartoon, The Real Cap of Liberty. British Lion: What can THAT cap promise, that my CROWN doesnt perform? Eh, Stoopid? Date: December 1871

UNCLE SAM & ROOSEVELT UNCLE SAM & ROOSEVELT
Uncle Sam serves up the promise of another four years of office to Theodore Roosevelt Date: 1906

WOMENS RIGHTS / SATIRE
Women sit in judgement on a breach-of-promise case Date: 1849

And Jephthah came... unto his house, & behold, his daughter came out to meet him
And Jephthah came to Mizpeh unto his house, & behold, his daughter came out to meet him, 19th century? Biblical scene, from Judges 11: 34: the judge Jephthah

Holding Hands And Praying Over The Bible

The Crucifixion

Treaty of marriage between Charles V and Princess Mary Tudor, c1508. Artist: Richard Pynson
Treaty of marriage between Charles V and Princess Mary Tudor, c1508. From The Connoisseur Volume XCI, edited by F. Gordon Roe. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1933]. (Colorised black and white print)

Silver Sun, c1920 (1926). Artist: Reginald Guy Kortright
Silver Sun, c1920 (1926). From The Studio Volume 91. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1926]

Our Lady of Promise, c1918, (1919). Artist: Edward Reginald Frampton
Our Lady of Promise, c1918, (1919). From The Studio Volume 75. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1919]

Letter from Jonathan Swift to Henrietta Howard, 21st November 1730. Artist: Jonathan Swift
Letter from Jonathan Swift to Henrietta Howard, 21st November 1730. Letter written from Dublin by Swift, Dean of St Patrick s, to Henrietta

Fishing boat, Sweet Promise, St Ives harbour, Cornwall
Fishing boat, the Sweet Promise, in the harbour at St Ives, Cornwall. 1970s

Rainbow across the vast mountainous landscape off of the Nahanni Range Road in the Yukon; Yukon, Canada

Incredible scenery around the Torres Del Paine National Park of Southern Chile; Chile

Rainbow Forms Over The Ocean During A Wind And Rain Storm; Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, Canada

Rainbow arching over the traditional fishing village of Burgau, Algarve, Portugal
Rainbow arching over the traditional fishing village of Burgau under a stormy sky in the municipality of Vila do Bispo in the Western Region of Algarve; Burgau, Algarve, Portugal

Sunlit rainbow over mountains in the Marsh Fork River Valley, Brooks Range, ANWR, Alaska, USA
A break in the summer rainstorm produces a rainbow downriver with a small area of the Marsh Fork River Valley lit up in the sun, while the rest remains overcast; Brooks Range

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"Promise: A Tapestry of Hope and Commitment" Springs Promise, by Marjorie Miller, captures the essence of a new beginning. The vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes symbolize the promise of growth and transformation. Like the Statue of Liberty standing tall in New York Harbor, a beacon of hope for all who seek freedom and opportunity. It reminds us that with dedication and perseverance, anything is possible. The tale of Saint Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio teaches us about the power of compassion and understanding. It shows how a promise to protect even our fiercest adversaries can lead to harmony and peace. In DDE-90025908, we witness soldiers making a solemn promise to defend their country. Their unwavering commitment serves as an inspiration for generations to come. The Ten Scout Laws from 1923 remind us that they are not just words but principles to live by. They teach young minds about honor, loyalty, and respect – values that shape future leaders. Naomi's promise to her daughter-in-law Ruth in 1887 demonstrates the strength found in unconditional love. Through thick or thin, they vowed never to abandon each other – a testament to enduring friendship. Myth intertwines with promises in Lady Godiva's story where she pledged her virtue for justice. Her bravery echoes through time as a reminder that sometimes sacrifices must be made for noble causes. Hans the Hedgehog from Grimm's fairy tales exemplifies keeping one's word against all odds. Despite his unconventional appearance, he remained true to his promises until he was finally freed from his curse. Just like an American Liberator bomber soaring through the skies during World War II, promises have tremendous impact on shaping history. They represent courage amidst adversity – promising liberation from tyranny. A sleek Cadillac La Salle 1935 represents luxury intertwined with reliability – much like keeping one's word when it matters most. Promises build trust and strengthen relationships, just as this classic automobile stands the test of time.