Social Class Collection (#5)

London's nightly wash (b/w photo)
8676180 London's nightly wash (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London's nightly wash: street cleaning outside the Law Courts, Strand)

Group of working class men (b/w photo)
8655824 Group of working class men (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of working class men)

"Oliver" Asks for More (litho)
8655431 "Oliver" Asks for More (litho) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Oliver" Asks for More, 1920)

Chicago Riot (engraving)
8655505 Chicago Riot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chicago Riots during the Pullman Strike, 1894)

May Day demonstrations before the General Strike, London, 1926 (b/w photo)
8626466 May Day demonstrations before the General Strike, London, 1926 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Man with a Saddle, c.1920 (platinum print)
8696806 Man with a Saddle, c.1920 (platinum print) by Ulmann, Doris (1882-1934); Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: By Doris Ulmann)

A Moment of Reflection, 1927 (oil on canvas)
659922 A Moment of Reflection, 1927 (oil on canvas) by Bennett, Frank Moss (1874-1953); 36x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Moment of Reflection. Frank Moss Bennett (1874-1953)

Engraving depicting a soirŽe being held inside a wealthy home. A young musician is playing the piano much to the dismay
UIG5425706 Engraving depicting a soirŽe being held inside a wealthy home. A young musician is playing the piano much to the dismay of the host. Dated 19th Century ©UIG/Leemage

Landed gentry in Russia, 19th century
UIG5626350 Landed gentry in Russia, 19th century.; (add.info.: Landed gentry in Russia, 19th century. ©Sovfoto/Leemage); Sovfoto/UIG

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293402 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid cooks in the kitchen. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

The grinder who devotes a part of his money to a poor family, 1887 (illustration)
ELD4834539 The grinder who devotes a part of his money to a poor family, 1887 (illustration); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bullfight in Plaza Mayor bullfighting ring in Madrid. In the background, Casa de la Panaderia'
CUL4932502 Bullfight in Plaza Mayor bullfighting ring in Madrid. In the background, Casa de la Panaderia'. 19th century (painting); (add.info)

A classical music performance inside someone's home
3118786 A classical music performance inside someone's home; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a classical music performance inside someone's home)

The Gaming Table
3118498 The Gaming Table; (add.info.: Engraving titled The Gaming Table which shows people betting at a gambling table. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Victorian couple discussing tasks to be divided, 1888
3479873 Victorian couple discussing tasks to be divided, 1888; (add.info.: Illustration showing a Victorian couple discussing tasks to be divided in running a middle class English household)

President Benjamin Harrison Inauguration reception, 1889 (engraving)
2600357 President Benjamin Harrison Inauguration reception, 1889 (engraving); (add.info.: President Benjamin Harrison Inauguration reception); Universal History Archive/UIG

A labourer returning home from work, 1850
3478127 A labourer returning home from work, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a labourer returning home from work. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A creche set up by the East London Mission, 1850
3478062 A creche set up by the East London Mission, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a creche set up by the East London Mission. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A creche set up by the East London Mission, 1850
3478041 A creche set up by the East London Mission, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a creche set up by the East London Mission. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A young child reaching for a treat on the table, 1850
3477996 A young child reaching for a treat on the table, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a young child reaching for a treat on the table. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A middle class family scene, 1850
3478307 A middle class family scene, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a middle class family scene. Illustrated by Frank Dadd (1851-1929). Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A London pavement artist, 1850
3478443 A London pavement artist, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a London pavement artist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Three Hebridean women, 1850
3478240 Three Hebridean women, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting three Hebridean women. The Hebrides comprise a widespread and diverse archipelago off the west coast of mainland Scotland)

An aunt with her niece, 1850
3478154 An aunt with her niece, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an aunt spending quality time with her niece. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A cottager spinning while her mother reels the yarn, 1850
3478144 A cottager spinning while her mother reels the yarn, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a cottager spinning while her mother reels the yarn)

Science. Textile manufacturing: a wash house in Paris. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie
3434765 Science. Textile manufacturing: a wash house in Paris. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Industrie textile)

Science. Textile manufacturing: artificial river (washing machine). Engraving in
3434763 Science. Textile manufacturing: artificial river (washing machine). Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Science)

Science. Paper Making. Sorting rags (cotton paper making). Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de
3434750 Science. Paper Making. Sorting rags (cotton paper making). Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences. Coll. Part)

The Truth about Russia (litho)
8673314 The Truth about Russia (litho) by Batho, Harold Outram (1888-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Truth about Russia)

Stairway to unity (litho)
8673360 Stairway to unity (litho) by Batho, Harold Outram (1888-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stairway to unity. Cartoon on the conference of the International Federation of Trade Unions)

Fred Bramley, British trade unionist (b/w photo)
8673385 Fred Bramley, British trade unionist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fred Bramley (1874-1925), British trade unionist

Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931 (b/w photo)
8635313 Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931 (b/w photo)
8635312 Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

This way hif you please (colour litho)
8635667 This way hif you please (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: This way hif you please. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931 (b/w photo)
8635311 Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Demonstration by unemployed workers, London, 1931)

Unemployed English workers (b/w photo)
8635307 Unemployed English workers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unemployed English workers)

The Railroad (colour litho)
8633254 The Railroad (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railroad. Illustration for The Children's Object Book (Frederick Warne)

People of Egypt: Egyptian Woman, Middle Class, Horma (colour litho)
8674027 People of Egypt: Egyptian Woman, Middle Class, Horma (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian Woman, Middle Class, Horma)

Pitmen playing at quoits, c.1837 (hand coloured litho on paper)
7485276 Pitmen playing at quoits, c.1837 (hand coloured litho on paper) by Parker, Henry Perlee (1795-1873); 37x28 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

The United Society of Brush Makers, c.1840 (engraving on paper)
7485260 The United Society of Brush Makers, c.1840 (engraving on paper) by Shury, John & Son (fl.c.1840); 41x31 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

A London Gentlemen's Club
5616591 A London Gentlemen's Club; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting upper-class English men gathered furtively on a rooftop of seedy London Gentlemen's Club. Dated 19th Century)

A working class family out for a walk, 1850
3478742 A working class family out for a walk, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a working class family out for a walk. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Landscape along a River (oil on canvas)
8682943 Landscape along a River (oil on canvas) by d'Arthois, Jacques (1613-86); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: By Jacques d'Arthois)

A London street scene with revellers returning home as the labouring classes start their work day, 1850
3478300 A London street scene with revellers returning home as the labouring classes start their work day, 1850; (add.info)

Two working class couples, 1850
3478296 Two working class couples, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting two working class couples conversing. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A group of women sat gossiping around a raging fire, 1850
3478239 A group of women sat gossiping around a raging fire, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a group of women sat gossiping around a raging fire)

Children playing with their father, 1850
3478126 Children playing with their father, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting children playing with their father. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A son leaving home, 1850
3478191 A son leaving home, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a son leaving home. Illustration by Henry Towneley Green (1836-1899) an English water-colourist, painter and Illustrator

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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.