Spite Collection

Massachusetts, Boston, famous Skinny House on Hull Street, North End

Study of allegorical figures (pleasure, pain, envy). Drawing on white paper turned yellow by Leonardo da Vinci and preserved at the Christ Church of Oxford

Study of allegorical figures (death, wicked thoughts and envy). Drawing on yellowish paper by Leonardo da Vinci and preserved at the Christ Church of Oxford

Mythological characters shown in various attitudes. Preparatory drawing by Paolo Veronese preserved in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the Gallery of the Uffizi Florence Uffizi

Envy. Drawing by Andrea Mantegna, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery, Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe Drawing Renaissance

Scene from the legend of Amour and Psyche (oil on canvas)
XOT366566 Scene from the legend of Amour and Psyche (oil on canvas) by Kauffmann, Angelica (1741-1807); Museo Civico Revoltella, Trieste

Bajan Rinendo (They Go Down Quarreling) (brush & grey wash on paper)
CH438388 Bajan Rinendo (They Go Down Quarreling) (brush & grey wash on paper) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 23.4x14.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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In spite of the booming tourism Eng village is still a traditional, diary-producing alp. The Eng valley is the most famous of all valleys in Karwendel mountain range, Tyrol

The Boy Martyr (engraving)
6021227 The Boy Martyr (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boy Martyr. All day the thumbs had been turned down, howe er a man might fight)

Thirlby Hall (engraving)
1044477 Thirlby Hall (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thirlby Hall. Illustration for The Graphic)

How to obtain a good nights sleep in spite of interruptions (litho)
1090666 How to obtain a good nights sleep in spite of interruptions (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Pleasure Cruise to the Mediterranean on Board the Steam Yacht "Victoria", VII
1041662 A Pleasure Cruise to the Mediterranean on Board the Steam Yacht " Victoria", VII, a Warning to Guides at Alexandria (engraving) by English School

Quilp Vents His Spite On The Figure Head. "Sampson Brass Had Never Seen Anything In The Smallest Degree Resembling
Quilp Vents His Spite On The Figure Head. " Sampson Brass Had Never Seen Anything In The Smallest Degree Resembling This Substantial Phantom

Scene from Molieres play, Le Medecin Malgre Lui, first performed in 1666. 17th century

Favourite Sayings - Don t cut of your nose
Black and white lantern slide of a man sitting at a table in front of a mirror with a razor to cut of a painted in nose.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection

People who keep smiling in spite of their matrimonial troubles. Five women who have recently gone through legal proceedings and seem to have emerged unscathed

The Princess and Fairy Spite, from the Fairy World by Hood the Younger; by Gustave Dore
THE PRINCESS AND FAIRY SPITE, FROM THE FAIRY WORLD BY HOOD THE YOUNGER; BY GUSTAVE DORE: Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. 1870, Art, Artist, romanticism, colour, color engraving

THIRLBY HALL, DRAWN BY WILLIAM SMALL, 1883; In spite of all my entreaties she did ride down

Hob Continues Dancing in Spite of his Father, John Laguerre, 1688-1746, British

Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886). Chain-driven machine introducing the diamond frame which gave greater rigidity in spite of lightness. Wood engraving 1890

Camperdown Linen Works, Dundee, Angus, Scotland. Proprietors, Cox Brothers. In spite of its name, this was a Jute mill, and Cox Brothers had a branch in Calcutta, India

Richard Baxter (1615-1691) English Non-conformist clergyman. Margaret Charlton, aged 20, asking Richard Baxter to marry her

The Princess and Fairy Spite, from the Fairy World by Hood the Younger; by Gustave Dorafaa
The Princess and Fairy Spite, from the Fairy World by Hood the Younger; by Gustave Dorafa

Refectory of St. John the Divine, St. Michael Monastery, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

Spite can not budge it. Illustration shows General Nelson A. Miles trying to push over a monument that states To the Army in the Philippines in Recognition of a Difficult Task, Well Done

Can a college man be successful in spite of his education?

Royal Evasion - 2
The royal family get as far as Varennes, but in spite of their disguises they are recognised and prevented from continuing their journey

A car clamped at Newquay Airport in Cornwall UK
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Rail Accident Cleared
Accidents will happen in spite of the most elaborate precautions - and when they do, the wrecking crane is brought in to shift the wreckage and clear the line

Jesus as Advocate
Jesus depicted as the Advocate who will defend humankind at the Last Judgment in spite of our sins and errors

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"Spite: A Powerful Force That Transcends Time and Mediums" In the world of art, literature, and history, Ethel Parkinson's depiction in her painting "Scene from the legend of Amour and Psyche" captures the essence of this intense emotion. The oil on canvas masterpiece portrays a moment where spite takes center stage, unraveling a tale filled with jealousy and vengeance. Bajan Rinendo's brush & grey wash on paper artwork titled "They Go Down Quarreling" showcases how they are ignite heated arguments that seem to have no end. The intricate details in each stroke emphasize the intensity behind every word exchanged during these quarrels. DDE-90028972's engraving called "The Boy Martyr" tells a story of defiance against oppression fueled by sheer spite. This powerful image reminds us that sometimes even the smallest act can become an emblematic symbol for standing up against injustice. As seen in Mr. Spurgeon's Funeral procession through Norwood Cemetery depicted in an engraving, even death cannot escape the clutches of spite. The somber scene serves as a reminder that some grudges persist beyond life itself. Thirlby Hall's enchanting engraving transports us to another era where revenge was sought out with calculated precision. It illustrates how individuals would go to great lengths to exact their retribution despite any consequences or obstacles they may face along the way. In "How to obtain a good night's sleep in spite of interruptions, " litho artist offers humorous advice on overcoming annoyances that threaten our peaceful slumber. This lighthearted take shows that sometimes we need humor as our weapon against daily irritations. "A Pleasure Cruise to Mediterranean on Board Steam Yacht 'Victoria, ' VII - A Warning to Guides at Alexandria" engraving warns us about those who might try to exploit others' ignorance or vulnerability for personal gain. It serves as a cautionary tale against those who act out rather than genuine care.