Receiving Collection (#6)

Opening of the New Town Hall at Manchester (engraving)
1049654 Opening of the New Town Hall at Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the New Town Hall at Manchester)

Mr H M Stanley receiving the Freedom of the City of London in the Guildhall (engraving)
1050251 Mr H M Stanley receiving the Freedom of the City of London in the Guildhall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Royal Patronage of the Normal College for the Blind (litho)
1629639 Royal Patronage of the Normal College for the Blind (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Patronage of the Normal College for the Blind)

Life on Board a Training-Ship, the Making of British Sailors (b / w photo)
1628555 Life on Board a Training-Ship, the Making of British Sailors (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board a Training-Ship)

Thetis and Eurynome receiving the Infant Vulcan (engraving)
973685 Thetis and Eurynome receiving the Infant Vulcan (engraving) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thetis and Eurynome receiving the Infant Vulcan)

Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, seated on a dais receiving a book, 15th Century (colour litho)
977806 Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, seated on a dais receiving a book, 15th Century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip the Good)

Presenting a gift, festival of the winter solstice in Ancient Rome (chromolitho)
974641 Presenting a gift, festival of the winter solstice in Ancient Rome (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Presenting gifts)

Reception in the throne room before the Dowager Empress Cixi, China (chromolitho)
968425 Reception in the throne room before the Dowager Empress Cixi, China (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Pray for Me"(colour litho)
978016 " Pray for Me" (colour litho) by Wells, Henry Tanworth (1828-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Pray for Me")

Charles VI receiving the dedication of a book (chromolitho)
979239 Charles VI receiving the dedication of a book (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles VI of France receiving the dedication of a book)

Giving of gifts on New Years Day, France (chromolitho)
972239 Giving of gifts on New Years Day, France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giving of gifts on New Years Day, France)

Herodias receiving the head of John the Baptist (chromolitho)
964177 Herodias receiving the head of John the Baptist (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herodias receiving the head of John the Baptist)

The Return of the Troops from Egypt, Scenes in the Streets during the March of the Royal Horse Guards (Blue)
1061154 The Return of the Troops from Egypt, Scenes in the Streets during the March of the Royal Horse Guards (Blue) from the Docks to the Albany Street Barracks (engraving) by English School

The Sirdar leaving the Guildhall after receiving the Freedom of the City and a Sword of Honour (b / w photo)
1063979 The Sirdar leaving the Guildhall after receiving the Freedom of the City and a Sword of Honour (b/w photo) by English photographer

The Ceremony of Transferring to German Territory the Remains of the Prussian Soldiers of the Guard who fell on French
1062685 The Ceremony of Transferring to German Territory the Remains of the Prussian Soldiers of the Guard who fell on French Soil in 1870 (b/w photo) by English photographer

Madagascar, Visit of Rear-Admiral Gore Jones, CB, to the Governor of Tamatave (engraving)
1060326 Madagascar, Visit of Rear-Admiral Gore Jones, CB, to the Governor of Tamatave (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madagascar)

General Gordon (engraving)
1061518 General Gordon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Gordon. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Opening Festival of the Gordon Boys Home, the Prince of Wales receiving the Guests (engraving)
1062043 The Opening Festival of the Gordon Boys Home, the Prince of Wales receiving the Guests (engraving) by English School

Her Majesty the Queen receiving Lieutenant-General Sir Garnet J Wolseley, GCB, GCMG
1061359 Her Majesty the Queen receiving Lieutenant-General Sir Garnet J Wolseley, GCB, GCMG, in the Drawing-Room at Balmoral Castle on his return from Egypt (engraving) by English School

The Royal Wedding, the Queen receiving Congratulatory Addresses from the Lord Mayor
1062761 The Royal Wedding, the Queen receiving Congratulatory Addresses from the Lord Mayor and Corporation of the City of London in the Presence Chamber at Windsor Castle (litho) by English School

Practical Scientific Inventions (engraving)
1099868 Practical Scientific Inventions (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Practical Scientific Inventions)

The Elections in France (engraving)
1104025 The Elections in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Elections in France)

King Louis Philippe receiving the Officers of the National Guard, at the Tuileries, on 1 May (engraving)
1101867 King Louis Philippe receiving the Officers of the National Guard, at the Tuileries, on 1 May (engraving) by English School

Malamine receiving orders from de Brazza (engraving)
1094700 Malamine receiving orders from de Brazza (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Malamine receiving orders from de Brazza)

A gift of spices (chromolitho)
1094357 A gift of spices (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A gift of spices)

After the Trial, Antonio receiving the Congratulations of his Friends, "Merchant of Venice"(engraving)
1099983 After the Trial, Antonio receiving the Congratulations of his Friends, " Merchant of Venice" (engraving) by Wallis

Columbus receiving on board the Santa Maria the Cacicco Guacanagari, chief of the natives
LLM456927 Columbus receiving on board the Santa Maria the Cacicco Guacanagari, chief of the natives by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Victoria receiving the Shah of Persia (engraving)
603349 Queen Victoria receiving the Shah of Persia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Victoria receiving the sacrament at her Coronation (engraving)
602493 Queen Victoria receiving the sacrament at her Coronation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Alfred receiving the family of Hastings (engraving)
811087 King Alfred receiving the family of Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Alfred receiving the family of Hastings)

Scenes from the Life of Christ, illustration from the Lewis Psalter, c
739809 Scenes from the Life of Christ, illustration from the Lewis Psalter, c.1225-50 (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: ff)

Her Majesty receiving the Sacrament after the Coronation in Westminster Abbey, June 28, 1838 (engraving)
736492 Her Majesty receiving the Sacrament after the Coronation in Westminster Abbey, June 28, 1838 (engraving) by English School

The Queen receiving the Crimean Heroes at Buckingham Palace (chromolitho)
668168 The Queen receiving the Crimean Heroes at Buckingham Palace (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Joan of Arc at the Chateau of Chinon, 1429 (chromolitho)
2817170 Joan of Arc at the Chateau of Chinon, 1429 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joan of Arc at the Chateau of Chinon, 1429)

Moroccan soldiers receiving medals in Fez (colour litho)
2779788 Moroccan soldiers receiving medals in Fez (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moroccan soldiers receiving medals in Fez)

Easter eggs (colour litho)
2779707 Easter eggs (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter eggs. Les oeufs de paques)

Awards ceremony for firemen in the Grand Festival Hall of Le Petit Journal in Paris (colour litho)
2779210 Awards ceremony for firemen in the Grand Festival Hall of Le Petit Journal in Paris (colour litho) by French School

US President Theodore Roosevelt receiving a deputation of Sioux chiefs (colour litho)
2782374 US President Theodore Roosevelt receiving a deputation of Sioux chiefs (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Emperor Napoleon III receiving the Address of the Legislative Corps at the Tuileries (engraving)
2773391 The Emperor Napoleon III receiving the Address of the Legislative Corps at the Tuileries (engraving) by English School

The Queen of Spain receiving the Ambassadors from the Emperor of Morocco (engraving)
2773174 The Queen of Spain receiving the Ambassadors from the Emperor of Morocco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nelson receiving the swords (as a symbol of surrender) on board the San Jose (later renamed HMS San Josef), a ship captured from the Spanish navy during the Battle of Cape St Vincent

Original Artwork - Christmas card design - Two Bears
Original Artwork - Design for a Christmas card - Bearing Greetings. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1937

The Emperor Daizong receiving a foreign embassy (chromolitho)
2783009 The Emperor Daizong receiving a foreign embassy (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emperor Daizong receiving a foreign embassy)

Reception of Paul Doumer, Governor-General of French Indochina, by the King of Siam (colour litho)
2819032 Reception of Paul Doumer, Governor-General of French Indochina, by the King of Siam (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reception of Paul Doumer)

French military manoeuvres (colour litho)
2818431 French military manoeuvres (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: French military manoeuvres. Soldiers receiving mail. Aux grandes manoeuvres)

King Haakon VII and Queen Maud of Norway receiving a delegation of Norwegian peasants (colour litho)
2796004 King Haakon VII and Queen Maud of Norway receiving a delegation of Norwegian peasants (colour litho) by French School

Sidi Mohammed, Bey of Tunis (colour litho)
2795854 Sidi Mohammed, Bey of Tunis (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sidi Mohammed, Bey of Tunis. Les hotes de la France. Sidi-Mohammed, bey de Tunis)

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"Receiving: A Tapestry of Moments and Connections" In the realm of science, Marie Curie received accolades for her groundbreaking discoveries that illuminated the mysteries of radiation. Like skiers out of place in the Riviera, unexpected encounters can often lead to remarkable experiences. Just as curiosity knows no bounds, we too should embrace new surroundings with open minds. The Tablet of Shamash, dating back to the 9th century BC, tells a tale of reverence towards the sun-god. It reminds us that receiving wisdom from ancient civilizations can shed light on our own existence. St Hilda's presence in Whitby serves as a reminder that even in tranquil places like Reid or Saint Brigid Writing, great minds have flourished throughout history. Their words and actions continue to inspire generations. Nestled within The Village at Glangrwyney lies a sense of community where receiving kindness is an everyday occurrence. In this Welsh haven, one discovers that generosity has no boundaries. During WWII, children found solace at receiving centers amidst chaos and uncertainty. Their resilience teaches us about hope and strength during challenging times. Ulysses Grant fought relentlessly for freedom during his presidency; his legacy reminds us that true leaders are those who fight for justice while embracing diversity. Lorenzo the Magnificent was not only an Italian patron but also someone who understood the value of artistry and creativity. His support enabled artists to flourish by receiving recognition for their masterpieces. The DUMB FRIENDS LEAGUE stands as a testament to compassion towards animals in need - reminding us all how important it is to receive love unconditionally from our furry friends. Rent Day captures Pieter Brueghel the Younger's depiction of society's struggle with financial burdens. It serves as a poignant reminder that empathy plays an essential role when others are in need - whether giving or receiving assistance can make all the difference. William I's coronation as the Conqueror symbolizes the power.