Spiteful Collection

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)

The old woman was a spiteful fairy (colour litho)
2796788 The old woman was a spiteful fairy (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The old woman was a spiteful fairy)

The old woman was a spiteful fairy (colour litho)
2812953 The old woman was a spiteful fairy (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The old woman was a spiteful fairy)

The Civil War in Spain, the Battle of Escombrera (engraving)
1621020 The Civil War in Spain, the Battle of Escombrera (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Spain, the Battle of Escombrera)

Proceedings at Borneo (engraving)
1594336 Proceedings at Borneo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Proceedings at Borneo. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 3 October 1846)

Fanny Squeers, from Nicholas Nickleby, 1923 (colour litho)
FAN465772 Fanny Squeers, from Nicholas Nickleby, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: daughter of Mr)

Quilp, from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465760 Quilp, from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Major J E B Seely (colour litho)
613711 Major J E B Seely (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major J E B Seely, Extinction, distinction - which will it be)

Christ Carrying the Cross, 1510 / 1525. Creator: Unknown
Christ Carrying the Cross, 1510/1525

Supermarine Spiteful F14 RB520
Supermarine Spiteful F14, RB520, was fitted with a sting-type arrester hook early in 1945 to become the interim Seafang prototype. Date: 1945

Supermarine Spiteful F14 RB523
Supermarine Spiteful F14, RB523

Devil on a horse, (detail). Fragment of a stained glass window from the Saint Chapelle. From the Musee National du Moyen Age (Musee de Cluny), France

Supermarine Spiteful

The first production Supermarine Spiteful F14 RB515
The first production Supermarine Spiteful F14, RB515

Girls, Dog & Puppet
Two spiteful Victorian girls torment the family dog with an articulated toy clown, or is it a pierrot?

A car clamped at Newquay Airport in Cornwall UK
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"Spiteful: Unleashing the Dark Side of Humanity through Art and History" Delve into the depths of human spitefulness as depicted in various forms of art throughout history. From John Foxe's chilling woodcut depicting the merciless manner in which Nicholas Burton was taken to his execution, to Bajan Rinendo's brush and grey wash masterpiece "They Go Down Quarreling, " explore how spite has been captured on paper. Witness the power of a spiteful fairy in vibrant lithographs that bring to life an old woman with a malevolent agenda. Marvel at engravings showcasing the Civil War in Spain, where acts driven by revenge unfolded on battlefields like Escombrera. Experience the proceedings at Borneo through another striking engraving, revealing how animosity can shape historical events. Literature also offers glimpses into this dark aspect of humanity. Meet Fanny Squeers from Charles Dickens' Nicholas Nickleby, a character whose malicious nature leaves no room for kindness or compassion. Quilp from The Old Curiosity Shop is another embodiment of spitefulness, reminding us that even fictional characters can embody this trait. Step outside the realm of art and literature and encounter Major J E B Seely in vivid lithographic form—a reminder that real-life figures are not immune to harboring ill will towards others. Yet amidst all these depictions lies a glimmering hope—Christ Carrying the Cross serves as a symbol of endurance against adversity despite facing immense hostility along his journey. Even when confronted with evil personified by Devil on Horseback, there remains strength within us to resist its influence. Finally, discover Supermarine Spiteful F14 RB520—an aircraft named after this very emotion—symbolizing mankind's ability to channel negative energy into technological advancements. Intriguingly diverse yet united by their exploration of human malice, these artworks offer profound insights into our capacity for spitefulness throughout history.