Social Class Collection (#3)

The Tolpuddle Martyrs, 1834 (litho)
8656115 The Tolpuddle Martyrs, 1834 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tolpuddle Martyrs, Dorset, 1834)

Russian delegation to the Anglo-Russian Conference, 1925 (b/w photo)
8673335 Russian delegation to the Anglo-Russian Conference, 1925 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Arthur Pugh, British trade unionist (b/w photo)
8673331 Arthur Pugh, British trade unionist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arthur Pugh (1870-1955), British trade unionist

Ben Tillett, British trade unionist (b/w photo)
8673326 Ben Tillett, British trade unionist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ben Tillett (1860-1943), British trade unionist and politician

Wasted Effort (colour litho)
8673243 Wasted Effort (colour litho) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wasted Effort)

Socialism crushing business (colour litho)
8673234 Socialism crushing business (colour litho) by Austrian School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socialism crushing business)

Dole queue, 1923 (b/w photo)
8626471 Dole queue, 1923 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dole queue: unemployed men waiting outside an Employment Exchange to collect their)

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Interior of St James's Church, Clerkenwell, London (engraving)
8676587 Interior of St James's Church, Clerkenwell, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St James's Church, Clerkenwell, London)

Arthur Pugh, British trade unionist (b/w photo)
8673333 Arthur Pugh, British trade unionist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arthur Pugh (1870-1955), British trade unionist, General Secretary

Lower middle class housing, Tooting, London (b/w photo)
8676225 Lower middle class housing, Tooting, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lower middle class housing, Tooting, London)

Street in Whitechapel, London (b/w photo)
8676205 Street in Whitechapel, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street in Whitechapel, London)

Upper class guests, 1886
3479449 Upper class guests, 1886; (add.info.: Upper class female greets her guests as they arrive at her from by horse and carriage. Leisure fleur, London 1886.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Sciences. Glassmaking. Workshop for polishing the lead crystal, women's labour
3434705 Sciences. Glassmaking. Workshop for polishing the lead crystal, women's labour. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France

Science. Glassmaking. Glassworks in the XIXth cent: bottle making and childs labour
3434701 Science. Glassmaking. Glassworks in the XIXth cent: bottle making and childs labour. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France

Science. Paper Making. Wallpaper manually printing. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie
3434758 Science. Paper Making. Wallpaper manually printing. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Coll. Part. Science)

Science. Paper Making. Rags washing machine (cotton paper making). Engraving in
3434751 Science. Paper Making. Rags washing machine (cotton paper making). Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Coll)

A London street scene with revellers returning home as the labouring classes start on their day's work, 1850
3480189 A London street scene with revellers returning home as the labouring classes start on their day's work, 1850; (add.info)

Pitmen and boys, 1850
3478430 Pitmen and boys, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting pitmen and boys preparing to go down for the night shift in Durham. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A typical street scene in the Northampton shoe making district, 1850
3478093 A typical street scene in the Northampton shoe making district, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a typical street scene in the Northampton shoe making district)

An angelic figure donating bread to the less fortunate, 1850
3478242 An angelic figure donating bread to the less fortunate, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an angelic figure donating bread to the less fortunate)

A nursemaid with her charges in their mother's dressing room, 1850
3478043 A nursemaid with her charges in their mother's dressing room, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a nursemaid with her charges in their mother's dressing room)

Communist propaganda poster, 1921 (poster)
2912247 Communist propaganda poster, 1921 (poster); Universal History Archive/UIG

Mrs Smith's "John", 1870
1575669 Mrs Smith's "John", 1870; (add.info.: Engraving depicts a formally dressed woman riding a horse ahead of a man. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Clerical Cob, 1870 (engraving)
1575667 The Clerical Cob, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicts a formally dressed older man riding a horse. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cotton field, c.1920-30 (print)
7293240 Cotton field, c.1920-30 (print); (add.info.: Agriculture. Cotton harvest in the south of the USA. Postcard, USA, ca 1920-30.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293401 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid serving breakfast. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293400 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid shop for her employer, at the market. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Science. Glassmaking. Glassworks in the XIXth cent. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie
3434703 Science. Glassmaking. Glassworks in the XIXth cent. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Coll. Part. Science)

Science. Glassmaking: glassworks in the 2nd half of the XIXth cent. Engraving in
3434698 Science. Glassmaking: glassworks in the 2nd half of the XIXth cent. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Coll)

A young gentleman studying different subjects, 1850 (engraving)
3330933 A young gentleman studying different subjects, 1850 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young gentleman studying different subjects)

Javanese man of the upper classes, a mantri, wearing a silk sabook girdle and wide djarit sarong and sikapan vest
FLO4695579 Javanese man of the upper classes, a mantri, wearing a silk sabook girdle and wide djarit sarong and sikapan vest. He carries a kris in his girdle

Wood engraving of an upper class family in the office of the elder
3077831 Wood engraving of an upper class family in the office of the elder; (add.info.: Wood engraving of an upper class family in the office of the elder)

NETHERLANDS. The Hague. Departure of emigrants to America from harbour in The Hague; after an oil by Albert Pierre
CUL4863109 NETHERLANDS. The Hague. Departure of emigrants to America from harbour in The Hague; after an oil by Albert Pierre Darwant. Engraving.; (add.info.: NETHERLANDS. The Hague)

A group of young women gossiping during afternoon tea, 1850
3478237 A group of young women gossiping during afternoon tea, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a group of young women gossiping during afternoon tea)

Monday Morning, 1850
3478122 Monday Morning, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration titled Monday Morning depicting father going to work with food and other goods tied in a scarf, while three older children leave for school)

Poverty struck children, 1873
3479526 Poverty struck children, 1873; (add.info.: Middle class male is confronted by two poverty struck children. They have no shoes, little clothing and are clenching themselves for warmth)

A wealthy man tipping, 1850
3478441 A wealthy man tipping, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a wealthy man tipping the attendant. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Interviewing an Inferior, 1850
3478425 Interviewing an Inferior, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration titled Interviewing an Inferior depicts a dishevelled man being interviewed by his superior with is sat by his desk)

Young children playing together in the street, 1850
3478018 Young children playing together in the street, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting young children playing together in the street. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The alcohol leeds to the doom, 1919 (poster)
2435383 The alcohol leeds to the doom, 1919 (poster) by Foldes, Imre (1881-1948); (add.info.: Coll. Part. Hungary. Hungarian Soviet Republic. "The alcohol leeds to the doom")

Peasant woman from Brittany, c.1886 (oil on canvas)
8714410 Peasant woman from Brittany, c.1886 (oil on canvas) by Koefoed, Hans Christian (1849-1921); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By Hans Christian Koefoed)

Cartoon depicting a wealthy family disappointed by water being served to them rather than alcohol, 19th century
5308612 Cartoon depicting a wealthy family disappointed by water being served to them rather than alcohol, 19th century; (add.info)

High Life at Midnight, 1769
1574314 High Life at Midnight, 1769; (add.info.: Engraving of the high life at midnight. Print shows a street scene: five upper class men)

The Proletariat attacks the Banks and the stock exchange, 1932 (poster)
2069743 The Proletariat attacks the Banks and the stock exchange, 1932 (poster); (add.info.: Coll. Part. History. USSR (Russia). Attack of the Proletariat against the Banks and the Stock Exchange

Ice supplier, Little Italy, Clerkenwell, London (b/w photo)
8676178 Ice supplier, Little Italy, Clerkenwell, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ice supplier, Little Italy, Clerkenwell, London)

Unemployed in Hyde Park, London (b/w photo)
8676296 Unemployed in Hyde Park, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unemployed in Hyde Park, London)

A few cast off clothes (colour litho)
8635666 A few cast off clothes (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A few cast off clothes. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

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"Exploring Social Class Through Art: A Glimpse into the Struggles and Aspirations" In this captivating collection of artworks, we delve into the intricate tapestry of social class, unraveling its complexities and shedding light on the lives of individuals across different strata. Each piece tells a unique story, offering us a glimpse into the struggles and aspirations that defined their existence. The Worker and Kolkhoz Woman sculpture by Vera Mukhina stands tall in Moscow, symbolizing the unity between laborers and farmers during Soviet times. This powerful black-and-white photograph captures their strength amidst societal divisions. Moving to 1872 Westminster, Gustave Doré's The Devils Acre transports us to a notorious slum area where poverty reigns supreme. With meticulous detail, Doré exposes the harsh reality faced by those trapped in destitution while challenging society's indifference towards their plight. Hubert von Herkomer's Our Village takes us back to c1890 when rural life was marked by simplicity and close-knit communities. Here we witness an idyllic scene where neighbors come together, transcending social barriers through shared experiences. An Elegant Lady in a Rowing Boat presents an intriguing contrast as it portrays opulence against a serene backdrop. This oil painting invites contemplation on how wealth can shape one's position within society while highlighting leisurely pursuits enjoyed exclusively by the upper classes. Gustave Doré returns with Limehouse Dock in 1872, revealing another facet - industrialization versus manual labor. Amidst towering cranes and bustling activity, workers struggle for survival amidst unforgiving conditions imposed upon them. Juxtaposing time periods further is The Crane on the Antwerp quay by the frozen Scheldt from 1622—an ode to maritime commerce that fueled economic disparities during Europe's Golden Age. It reminds us how trade shaped hierarchies within societies centuries ago.