Spirits Collection (#17)

Meyerbeer / Robert Liebig3
Act 3 scene 7 : Bertram, the Devil, summons from their graves the spirits of nuns who failed to keep their vows, and promises to add Robert to their number

Meyerbeer / Robert Solo
The famous Act 3 scene where Bertram, the Devil, invokes the spirits of nuns who failed their vows - a ludicrous scene which Meyerbeer magically transforms into a masterpiece

Shakespeare / Henry VI
Act V, Scene III (Part I) Joan la Pucelle (Jeanne D Arc), commands the spirits to appear

Babylonian Demons / 1
Demons and spirits depicted on a Babylonian cylinder seal

Spirits of the Bed
TCH OANG-KONG and TCH OANG-MOU the female and male spirits of the bedchamber, and especially the bed, who protect couples from malignant demons and encourage procreation

Marshal Che-Kan-Tang
Marshal CHE-KAN-TANG the spirit of a stone, which protects against evil spirits, depicted with his bow, has been honoured at least since the year 770

French Spirit Drawing
Mrs E J French, inspired by the spirits, made this drawing in 11 seconds - including 200 words of writing !

Two Women Behind Bar
Two middle-aged women stand behind the bar in a pub

Mariner, Two Spirits
The two spirits powering the ship onwards at great speed over the ocean

Gossip about Fairies 7
Fairy origins : Vilis - Samian spirits of the wild

Six Magic Pentacles
With these six PENTACLES you have a reasonable expectation of influencing good spirits in a way which will favour your plans

Mischievous Spirits
The spirits of the air love to play mischievous tricks on mortals who venture into their domain - you may lose your hats, if nothing worse !

Furniture Disturbed
A family return home to find the parlour furniture moved - pictures on the floor, coal scuttle & fire tongs in the alcove, chairs balanced on tables - all topsy-turvy

Wine Waiters Tools
A set of implements or tools for Wine Waiters that makers of wines and spirits could have made with their names on to be given away to waiters as a form of advertising

Vietnam Custom
The Maqui Festival in which Annamese children of Vietnam wear grotesque masks to scare away demons and spirits, but they will prove ineffective against Americans

Starting Young
Poor kids ! The priests start them off with the Holy Spirit, then the distillers finish them off with spirits of the other kind

Freedom to Distil
A man lies on the ground, drunk, beneath posters defending the right to distil ones own alcoholic spirits

Fairy Tales / The Crow
The evil spirits drag the girl into the cauldron. (Polish story)

Voltaire Honoured
VOLTAIRE is honoured as one of the founding spirits who inspired the Revolution : a massive procession passes through the streets of Paris

Seance Device
Four spiritualists try a new method of communicating with the spirits, using a metal plate and electrical controls in a way I don t pretend to understand (text in Swedish)

Book of Magic
A specimen of the Book of Spirits to be made of virgin Vellum

Mediums in Stocks
Mediums should be put in the stocks until they are released by their friends the spirits

Tibetan Amulet-Box
TIBETAN AMULET-BOX This contained scrolls bearing magic formulae, protecting the wearer from demons and spirits

Tibetan Food Stamp
TIBETAN FOOD STAMP This talisman was pressed onto soft foodstuffs, creating an image which protected the lamas from evil spirits

New Guinea Talisman
NEW GUINEA TALISMAN grotesquely carved wooden figure, intended to frighten away evil spirits by being even more hideous than them

Robert Hare
ROBERT HARE American scientist and spiritualist, noted for devising machines whereby to contact the spirits

Besieged by Ghosts
A family bar the door against a troop of spirits who are trying to get into their house

Crookes spirit photo
Sir William Crookes with the purported image of lady Crookes

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"Spirits: A Journey through Time and Taste" Step into the world of spirits, where history and flavor intertwine. From the iconic Bitter Campari advertisement in 1921 to the alluring Dubonnet ad that captivated audiences, these timeless images remind us of the allure of these intoxicating elixirs. Coates Plymouth Gin takes center stage, inviting you to indulge in its smoothness and botanical notes. As we embark on "The Ghost Train, " a thrilling ride filled with laughter and excitement, we realize that spirits not only warm our hearts but also bring people together. Cinzano's vibrant poster by Leonetto Cappiello transports us back to 1920s Italy, evoking a sense of sophistication and elegance. Meanwhile, Glenlivet Scotch Whisky distillery stands as a testament to craftsmanship since 1890 – each sip tells a story steeped in tradition. Monnet Cognac captures our imagination with its refined taste and rich heritage dating back to 1927. The hauntingly beautiful artwork "The Vampire II" by Edvard Munch reminds us that they are evoke emotions beyond words. In County Cork's Midleton lies the Jameson Irish Whiskey Distillery – an expansive copper wonderland where time-honored techniques create liquid gold cherished worldwide. His Masters Vice by George Studdy playfully portrays how even man's best friend appreciates a good drink. Artistic masterpieces like Lesage's painting depicting spirits swirling within ethereal realms remind us that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to these libations. And who could forget Three Women Drinking? A celebration of friendship intertwined with shared moments over glasses clinking and can more than just drinks; they embody culture, history, and camaraderie. They transport us across eras and continents while leaving an indelible mark on our palates.