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Punch Collection (#54)

"Punch: A Powerful Force that Transcends Time and Boundaries" Step into the world of "Punch, " a term that encompasses various aspects of history, culture

Background imagePunch Collection: May Day (Haydon)

May Day (Haydon)
A May-Day bride in her carriage passes a Punch-&-Judy show : traditional figures dance beside beggars and street traders

Background imagePunch Collection: OUIDA IN PUNCH

OUIDA IN PUNCH
MARIE LOUISE DE LA RAMEE Nom de plume OUIDA English novelist

Background imagePunch Collection: Advert / Ginger Ale / Punch

Advert / Ginger Ale / Punch
Rosss Ginger Ale

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch Cover / First Issue

Punch Cover / First Issue
The cover of the first issue of Punch or the London Charivari

Background imagePunch Collection: Mr Punch Character

Mr Punch Character
The Mister Punch character holding a copy of the first issue of Punch magazine

Background imagePunch Collection: Boxing Retreat C1890

Boxing Retreat C1890
A boxer steps away from his opponents left jab, avoiding the punch successfully

Background imagePunch Collection: Scaremongering Newspaper

Scaremongering Newspaper
THE CATCH-PENNY Policeman - " Now then, you mischievous young rascal, - stop that!" (Scare-mongering newspapers)

Background imagePunch Collection: Kodak Advert 1929 (Punch

Kodak Advert 1929 (Punch
You can make your own movies in FULL COLOUR - with a Cine- Kodak

Background imagePunch Collection: CHILDRENs WARD / 1897

CHILDRENs WARD / 1897
A visit to the hospital. A young girl is brought oranges, a small toy dog and a Punch figure by her family

Background imagePunch Collection: Eiffel Punch Sambourne

Eiffel Punch Sambourne
Gustave Eiffel a satire on the recently built Eiffel Tower: " Our artists latest Tour de Force"

Background imagePunch Collection: Pollution / Punch, 1849

Pollution / Punch, 1849
The Water that John Drinks a short satirical view on Thames water Date: 1849

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch / Motoring Cartoon

Punch / Motoring Cartoon
A quiet Sunday in our village. Cars bringing traffic, noise, pollution and general chaos to a small village

Background imagePunch Collection: Men Around Punch Bowl

Men Around Punch Bowl
A group of gentlemen stand around the punchbowl, with glasses raised, to honour a toast

Background imagePunch Collection: Vichy Fashions 1915

Vichy Fashions 1915
Girls: loose smock or drop waist. Women: styles ranging from a single long skirt to the fashionable voluminous skirts. Also Louis heeled shoes, hats - broad brims or vertical feathers

Background imagePunch Collection: Pigs Punch & Judy Show

Pigs Punch & Judy Show
Pigs on the beach watching a Punch and Judy Show

Background imagePunch Collection: Boy in High Chair C1890

Boy in High Chair C1890
A boy in a high chair, with his rattle and a Punch doll

Background imagePunch Collection: Food and Drink / Drinking

Food and Drink / Drinking
Punch Bowl

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch Judy Italy

Punch Judy Italy
Puncinello, the Italian equivalent of Mr Punch, is thought by some to have derived his name from Pontius Pilate, from the Jesus legend

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch & Judy (Townsend)

Punch & Judy (Townsend)
Punch and Judy show being performed to a small audience in a town centre

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch in Countryside

Punch in Countryside
Punch and Judy show being performed to a small audience in the countryside

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch & Judy (Benatar)

Punch & Judy (Benatar)
Punch and Judy show watched by children of various ages

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch with Toby the Dog

Punch with Toby the Dog
Punch with Toby the dog

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch & Judy Postcard

Punch & Judy Postcard
Punch arrested

Background imagePunch Collection: Bradlaugh / Punch

Bradlaugh / Punch
CHARLES BRADLAUGH Statesman and reformer expelled from the Commons for refusing to take the oath of allegiance, 1880

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch Cover 1915 Doyle

Punch Cover 1915 Doyle
A classic Punch cover, with Mr Punch and his dog Toby

Background imagePunch Collection: Judy Beats Punch

Judy Beats Punch
Judy beats Mr Punch

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch Beats Judy (Anon)

Punch Beats Judy (Anon)
Mr Punch beats Judy

Background imagePunch Collection: Portrait of Mr Punch

Portrait of Mr Punch
A portrait of Mr Punch

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch Beats Judy

Punch Beats Judy
Punch beats Judy

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch / Free Trade / Cobden

Punch / Free Trade / Cobden
FREE TRADE Papa Cobden taking Master Robert a free trade walk

Background imagePunch Collection: Punch / Peels Bread Shop

Punch / Peels Bread Shop
Peelss cheap bread shop

Background imagePunch Collection: The Punch Bowl

The Punch Bowl
The punch bowl

Background imagePunch Collection: Butler from Punch

Butler from Punch
Superior Education Butler carrying a tray of glasses converses with a page

Background imagePunch Collection: Mr Punch goes First Footing in the New Year

Mr Punch goes First Footing in the New Year -- he and his dog Toby are just about to run up some snow-covered steps into a house where a family are waiting to welcome them




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"Punch: A Powerful Force that Transcends Time and Boundaries" Step into the world of "Punch, " a term that encompasses various aspects of history, culture, and entertainment. From Cecil Rhodes to Jascha Heifetz's legendary performance in Punch 20, this word holds countless stories within its grasp. Travel back to 1855 when Punch Dinosaurs roamed Crystal Palace, captivating audiences with their prehistoric allure. Fast forward to witness the electrifying seventh round between boxing legend Sugar Ray Robinson and his opponent. The intensity is palpable as they exchange blows in a battle for glory. Indulge your senses with Cockspur Rum from Barbados, an exquisite Caribbean delight that packs a punch of flavor. Marvel at the audacity of a woman stepping into the ring on Bystander cover 1929 - In Training - Boxing Woman, breaking societal norms with her determination and skill. Delve into artistry through Faraday Giving His Card to Father Thames engraving from Punch cartoon or immerse yourself in natural history with Ichthyosaurus as a museum piece. Witness the warning conveyed by Wagners Ring Cycle engraving – an artistic interpretation that leaves you pondering its deeper meaning. Journey further back in time to witness historic battles like The second fight between Harry Paulson and Tom Paddock in 1851 captured by artist Pugnis or explore Daniel Mendoza's litho engraved by Henry Kinsbury in 1789 – both testaments to human resilience and strength. Lastly, confront uncomfortable truths through Congo Cartoon from Punch's archives dating back to 1906 – shedding light on colonialism's impact while encouraging reflection and growth. In all these instances, "punch" emerges as more than just a word; it symbolizes power, resilience, creativity, defiance against societal norms, historical milestones, and thought-provoking commentary.