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Proposal Collection (#6)

"A Young Winston Churchill presenting his Proposal for a Thames Barrage, Gravesend, 1904: A visionary leader with an ambitious plan to harness the power of the river

Background imageProposal Collection: Brighton Pavilion: Proposed view of the garden with part of Brighton Pavilion in

Brighton Pavilion: Proposed view of the garden with part of Brighton Pavilion in
STC171117 Brighton Pavilion: Proposed view of the garden with part of Brighton Pavilion in the background, engraved by J. C

Background imageProposal Collection: The Nuptial Bower with the Evil-One peeping at the Charms of Eden

The Nuptial Bower with the Evil-One peeping at the Charms of Eden
NCO191216 The Nuptial Bower with the Evil-One peeping at the Charms of Eden, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Background imageProposal Collection: Man waits for an answer from a young woman (colour litho)

Man waits for an answer from a young woman (colour litho)
6001413 Man waits for an answer from a young woman (colour litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man waits for an answer from a young woman)

Background imageProposal Collection: Marriage proposal in Classical times (chromolitho)

Marriage proposal in Classical times (chromolitho)
5995962 Marriage proposal in Classical times (chromolitho) by Carter, Sydney (1874-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marriage proposal in Classical times)

Background imageProposal Collection: The Proposal, (w / c)

The Proposal, (w / c)
1197470 The Proposal, (w/c) by Signorini, Giuseppe (1857-1932); 45.1x59.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageProposal Collection: A Proposal (engraving)

A Proposal (engraving)
1596945 A Proposal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Proposal. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 December 1890)

Background imageProposal Collection: The Proposal, 1876 (oil on panel)

The Proposal, 1876 (oil on panel)
989608 The Proposal, 1876 (oil on panel) by Viry, Paul Alphonse (fl.1832-1913); 76.2x62.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Proposal. Paul Alphonse Viry (1832-1913). Oil on panel

Background imageProposal Collection: Society of Arts, Exhibition of Recent British Manufactures (engraving)

Society of Arts, Exhibition of Recent British Manufactures (engraving)
1617998 Society of Arts, Exhibition of Recent British Manufactures (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Society of Arts)

Background imageProposal Collection: The Man Who Could Work Miracles, by H G Wells (litho)

The Man Who Could Work Miracles, by H G Wells (litho)
1615791 The Man Who Could Work Miracles, by H G Wells (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Man Who Could Work Miracles, by H G Wells)

Background imageProposal Collection: Marriage Proposal of the Clergyman (engraving)

Marriage Proposal of the Clergyman (engraving)
3648129 Marriage Proposal of the Clergyman (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marriage Proposal of the Clergyman)

Background imageProposal Collection: Marriage Proposal of the Windbag (engraving)

Marriage Proposal of the Windbag (engraving)
3648124 Marriage Proposal of the Windbag (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marriage Proposal of the Windbag)

Background imageProposal Collection: Marriage Proposal of the Antiquary (engraving)

Marriage Proposal of the Antiquary (engraving)
3648121 Marriage Proposal of the Antiquary (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marriage Proposal of the Antiquary)

Background imageProposal Collection: Woman accepting a proposal (colour litho)

Woman accepting a proposal (colour litho)
3096248 Woman accepting a proposal (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman accepting a proposal)

Background imageProposal Collection: How to pop the question, the shy style (colour litho)

How to pop the question, the shy style (colour litho)
3093639 How to pop the question, the shy style (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to pop the question, the shy style)

Background imageProposal Collection: Waiting for an Answer (oil on panel)

Waiting for an Answer (oil on panel)
BOU202935 Waiting for an Answer (oil on panel) by Kilburne, George Goodwin (1839-1924); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

Background imageProposal Collection: The Barmaid at Battleton (engraving)

The Barmaid at Battleton (engraving)
1058986 The Barmaid at Battleton (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Barmaid at Battleton)

Background imageProposal Collection: One Ring to bind them, and into trouble get them

One Ring to bind them, and into trouble get them
Christophe Kiciak

Background imageProposal Collection: A Touch of Romance

A Touch of Romance
Renee Doyle

Background imageProposal Collection: Underwater trash the dress

Underwater trash the dress
Davide Lopresti

Background imageProposal Collection: SUN FOR YOU

SUN FOR YOU
Deniz Ener

Background imageProposal Collection: What a wonderful day for a couple in love. These two really are on top of the world today

What a wonderful day for a couple in love. These two really are on top of the world today. First of all 22 year old Gill Freeman, who has just come down from Cambridge University

Background imageProposal Collection: Ice Skaters Engagement. Trudi Nugent and her fiance Via Giannotti

Ice Skaters Engagement. Trudi Nugent and her fiance Via Giannotti. December 1952 C6385

Background imageProposal Collection: The Ill-Assorted Couple, ca. 1495. Creator: Albrecht Durer

The Ill-Assorted Couple, ca. 1495. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Ill-Assorted Couple, ca. 1495

Background imageProposal Collection: Leap Year, April 20, 1790. Creator: T. Smith

Leap Year, April 20, 1790. Creator: T. Smith
Leap Year, April 20, 1790

Background imageProposal Collection: Man Proposing to a Woman whose Face is Hidden by Hair, ca. 1830-65

Man Proposing to a Woman whose Face is Hidden by Hair, ca. 1830-65

Background imageProposal Collection: Proposal for Astor House (Park Hotel), New York (perspective), ca. 1830-34

Proposal for Astor House (Park Hotel), New York (perspective), ca. 1830-34. Astor House was the first luxury hotel in New York City

Background imageProposal Collection: Extension of new St. Stephens Porch to Clock Tower 1857

Extension of new St. Stephens Porch to Clock Tower 1857
Extension proposal for new building at Westminster Palace from St. Stephens Porch to the Clock Tower, designed by Charles Barry. Date: 1857

Background imageProposal Collection: Cartoon, music of Richard Wagner

Cartoon, music of Richard Wagner -- young Mr Softly has something important to say, so Miss Ethel asks Lucy to play some Wagner, which ought to prevent her from overhearing! Date: 1895

Background imageProposal Collection: OLD-FASHIONED PROPOSAL

OLD-FASHIONED PROPOSAL
A proposal in the good old- fashioned style down on his knees, hand more or less where his heart is... Date: circa 1860

Background imageProposal Collection: Gravesend Barrage

Gravesend Barrage
Proposal for a barrage near Gravesend, England. Date: 1904

Background imageProposal Collection: The Proposal, 1872. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau

The Proposal, 1872. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
The Proposal, 1872

Background imageProposal Collection: The first interview of Edgar and Elfrida, 1773. Creator: Rennoldson

The first interview of Edgar and Elfrida, 1773. Creator: Rennoldson
The first interview of Edgar and Elfrida, 1773. Elfrida or Aelfthryth, (c945-1001), third wife, but only queen, of King Edgar, married in 964 and first Queen of England

Background imageProposal Collection: Der Antrag, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg

Der Antrag, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
Der Antrag, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Soldier proposing to young woman. From " Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg", (The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg)

Background imageProposal Collection: Design for the new Royal Exchange, 1839. Artist

Design for the new Royal Exchange, 1839. Artist
Design for the new Royal Exchange, 1839. Design for the interior courtyard of the new Royal Exchange by JB Bunning, following the destruction of the previous building by fire in 1838

Background imageProposal Collection: Plan of a proposal to construct a dock on the site of St Katharines Hospital, London, c1825

Plan of a proposal to construct a dock on the site of St Katharines Hospital, London, c1825. St Katharines Dock opened in October 1828

Background imageProposal Collection: Elevation of proposed houses in Victoria Street, Westminster, London, c1845. Artist

Elevation of proposed houses in Victoria Street, Westminster, London, c1845. Artist
Elevation of proposed houses in Victoria Street, Westminster, London, c1845

Background imageProposal Collection: Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, 1828. Artist: John Nash

Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, 1828. Artist: John Nash
Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, 1828. View showing the design for a building to house the Royal Academy of Arts with Kings Mews in the distance

Background imageProposal Collection: Design for a new footbridge at the crossing Ludgate Hill and Fleet Street, City of London, 1862

Design for a new footbridge at the crossing Ludgate Hill and Fleet Street, City of London, 1862. Street scene showing a congestion of foot

Background imageProposal Collection: Proposed scheme for redecorating the Painted Chamber, Old Palace of Westminster, London, c1817(?)

Proposed scheme for redecorating the Painted Chamber, Old Palace of Westminster, London, c1817(?). Possibly the west view, showing tile pavement discovered in 1817 beneath the boarded floor

Background imageProposal Collection: Design for a triumphal arch at Hyde Park in commemoration of the victory at Waterloo in 1815

Design for a triumphal arch at Hyde Park in commemoration of the victory at Waterloo in 1815, 1826

Background imageProposal Collection: Suggestions for alterations to the buildings adjoining Westminster Hall, London, c1825

Suggestions for alterations to the buildings adjoining Westminster Hall, London, c1825
Suggestions for an alteration of the exterior of the buildings adjoining Westminster Hall, London, c1825

Background imageProposal Collection: The Proposed Gravesend Railroad, 1835. Artist: Charles Joseph Hullmandel

The Proposed Gravesend Railroad, 1835. Artist: Charles Joseph Hullmandel
The Proposed Gravesend Railroad, 1835. The proposed Greenwich and Gravesend rail road, as it would appear in Greenwich Park from the Observatory

Background imageProposal Collection: Proposed development off Harrow Road, Paddington, London, 1847. Artist: GL Lee

Proposed development off Harrow Road, Paddington, London, 1847. Artist: GL Lee
Proposed development off Harrow Road, Paddington, London, 1847. View of a terrace, crescent and street, intended to be erected on the south side of Harrow Road, adjoining the Westborne nursery

Background imageProposal Collection: Proposed design for Forest Hill Station, Lewisham, London, 1851. Artist

Proposed design for Forest Hill Station, Lewisham, London, 1851. Artist
Proposed design for Forest Hill Station, Lewisham, London, 1851. Architects perspective design for the station, on the London and Brighton Railway. The station was never built to this design

Background imageProposal Collection: View of an improvement scheme for the area around Charing Cross, Westminster, London, c1860

View of an improvement scheme for the area around Charing Cross, Westminster, London, c1860

Background imageProposal Collection: Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, 1835. Artist: Chapman & Co

Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, 1835. Artist: Chapman & Co
Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, 1835. The proposed Greenwich and Gravesend railroad crossing Greenwich Park, viewed from the Observatory. This scheme was never realised

Background imageProposal Collection: Inigo Joness intended Whitehall Palace, London, 1749. Artist: DM Muller

Inigo Joness intended Whitehall Palace, London, 1749. Artist: DM Muller
Inigo Joness intended Whitehall Palace, London, 1749. View showing the palace, designed in 1638, as it would have appeared from St Jamess Park

Background imageProposal Collection: Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, London, c1846. Artist

Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, London, c1846. Artist
Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, London, c1846. Design for the improvement of Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, from Oakley Street to Battersea Bridge




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"A Young Winston Churchill presenting his Proposal for a Thames Barrage, Gravesend, 1904: A visionary leader with an ambitious plan to harness the power of the river. " "The Interview or Miss out of her Teens, 1816 (colour etching): A charming scene where a hopeful suitor nervously presents his proposal to win the heart of a young lady coming of age. " "Leap Year Special: Love takes a leap as couples embrace the tradition and seize the opportunity to make their long-awaited marriage proposals on this rare day. " "When love finds its voice: Witnessing the magic as one soul gathers courage and pours out their heart in an unforgettable marriage proposal. " "Miss Edith Day in Irene by Kate Carew: The stage is set for romance as Miss Edith Day captivates hearts while accepting a heartfelt proposal amidst applause and admiration. " "A German Present or the Lovers Token, 1816 (coloured engraving): An enchanting moment frozen in time when two souls exchange vows through an intricately crafted token symbolizing their eternal love. " "Rich Woman fishes for suitors: In a world turned upside down, watch as wealth becomes irrelevant when true love prevails over material possessions in this captivating tale of courtship. " "Trysting Time is Kissing Time by Wilton Williams: Amidst blooming flowers and whispered promises, lovers find solace in stolen moments that lead to life-changing proposals filled with hope and passion. " "The Proposed Hotel Commonwealth, New York: Unveiling architectural marvels alongside breathtaking views - witness how dreams take shape through grand gestures like proposing at this iconic landmark. " "Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and Princess Elizabeth: Royalty meets romance as Queen Mary herself stumbles upon an unexpected proposal between Courtenay and Princess Elizabeth – proving that even monarchs are not immune to love's surprises. " "A Thatched Cottage Proposal in Woldsea.