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Telling Off Collection (#2)

In the grand court of Canute, the king's reproving gaze silenced his courtiers as they realized their folly. Engraved by G

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Naughty Pet, 1814-1840. Creator: Henry Wyatt

Naughty Pet, 1814-1840. Creator: Henry Wyatt
Naughty Pet, 1814-1840

Background imageTelling Off Collection: The Scolding Woman and the Cackling Hen, ca. 1568. Creator: Jan Wierix

The Scolding Woman and the Cackling Hen, ca. 1568. Creator: Jan Wierix
The Scolding Woman and the Cackling Hen, ca. 1568

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Seated Woman with two Children, 16th century. Creator: Unknown

Seated Woman with two Children, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Seated Woman with two Children, 16th century

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Job rebuked by his wife, 1730-39. Creator: Pietro Monaco

Job rebuked by his wife, 1730-39. Creator: Pietro Monaco
Job rebuked by his wife, 1730-39

Background imageTelling Off Collection: A Scolding (Ochiyo), illustration from Bugei Kurabu (Literary Club)

A Scolding (Ochiyo), illustration from Bugei Kurabu (Literary Club)

Background imageTelling Off Collection: The Reprimand, 1874. Creator: Jehan Georges Vibert

The Reprimand, 1874. Creator: Jehan Georges Vibert
The Reprimand, 1874

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Alfred in the Neat-herds Hut, late 19th century. Creator: Pearson

Alfred in the Neat-herds Hut, late 19th century. Creator: Pearson
Alfred in the Neat-herds Hut, late 19th century. Alfred, given shelter on the Somerset Levels by a woman unaware of his identity and preoccupied by matters of his kingdom, let the cakes burn

Background imageTelling Off Collection: King Alfred in disguise rebuked by the Neat Herds Wife for letting the Cakes burn, (c878), 1783

King Alfred in disguise rebuked by the Neat Herds Wife for letting the Cakes burn, (c878), 1783
King Alfred in disguise rebuked by the Neat Herds Wife, for letting the Cakes burn which she observed he himself was so fond of, (c878), 1783

Background imageTelling Off Collection: English League Division One match. Wimbledon 3 v Nottingham Forest 1

English League Division One match. Wimbledon 3 v Nottingham Forest 1. referee Ray Lewis having a go at Dennis Wise. 3rd March 1991

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776. Artist: I Hall

Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776. Artist: I Hall
Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776. King Alfred, in disguise, is rebuked by the Neat Herds Wife, for letting the cakes burn. Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871

Background imageTelling Off Collection: The Admonition, 18th century. Artist: Jean-Simeon Chardin

The Admonition, 18th century. Artist: Jean-Simeon Chardin
The Admonition, 18th century. From French Painting by T. W. Earp. [Avalon Press, London, 1945]

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Scenes from the Story of Fauvel, 15th century, (1870)

Scenes from the Story of Fauvel, 15th century, (1870). Fauvel (the animal-headed creature at top left) is reprimanding a widow who has married again, while being serenaded by musicians below

Background imageTelling Off Collection: The Worker and his Children, 1892. Artist: Theophile Emmanuel Duverger

The Worker and his Children, 1892. Artist: Theophile Emmanuel Duverger
The Worker and his Children, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 12th March 1892

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. Artist: Gerard Terborch II

Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. Artist: Gerard Terborch II
Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. From a private collection

Background imageTelling Off Collection: John Bulls Neutrality, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel

John Bulls Neutrality, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
John Bulls Neutrality, 1863. Look Here, Boys, I Don t Care Twopence For Your Noise, But If You Throw Stones At My Windows, I Must Thrash You Both

Background imageTelling Off Collection: alertness, attention, poultry, chicken, concentration, education, farm, hats, inquiry

alertness, attention, poultry, chicken, concentration, education, farm, hats, inquiry
Children and a broken Egg-Shell, 1874, ladies; man; walk, street; wall; park; outdoor; chicken; farm; hats; looking; attention; concentration; alertness; watchfulness; inquiry; strict; education;

Background imageTelling Off Collection: britain, inside, inner, internal, intramural, on the inside, interior, man, painting

britain, inside, inner, internal, intramural, on the inside, interior, man, painting
Servant boy, 1874, pain; interior; man; woman; Britain; painting; room; telling off;

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Title page depicting a ruckus in the House of Deputies, illustration from the illustrated

Title page depicting a ruckus in the House of Deputies, illustration from the illustrated
XIR384589 Title page depicting a ruckus in the House of Deputies, illustration from the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal, 10th July, 1898 (colour litho) by Meyer

Background imageTelling Off Collection: Mother telling off her son

Mother telling off her son
MODEL RELEASED. Mother telling off her ten year old son




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In the grand court of Canute, the king's reproving gaze silenced his courtiers as they realized their folly. Engraved by G. Noble, this illustration from David Hume's work captures a moment of stern admonishment. Jean-Baptiste Greuze's "Broken Eggs" painting depicts a scolding scene where consequences are faced for careless actions. The broken shells serve as a visual reminder of the need to be mindful and responsible in our choices. David Wilkie's "King Alfred in Neatherd Cottage" shows a humble ruler taking charge and reprimanding those who have neglected their duties. Even in simplicity, leadership demands accountability. I Hall's artwork "Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage" portrays another instance where King Alfred confronts negligence head-on, reminding us that even great leaders must address shortcomings within their realm. In Hablot Knight Browne's painting titled "The Lecture, " we witness an engaging scene where wisdom is imparted with passion and fervor. Sometimes they are take the form of constructive criticism or valuable life lessons. From Philip William May comes "Humorous Scene of London Life in the East End, " showcasing how even amidst laughter and jest, there may come moments when someone needs to be firmly told off for their mischievous ways. "A Collection of Humorous Poems" presents an amusing yet relatable scenario: a mother-in-law teasing her new bride. In such situations, gentle but firm reproach might be necessary to establish boundaries and maintain harmony within families. "The Amakawaya House from Chushingura (Treasury of. . Early 1790s)" illustrates how cultural norms sometimes require individuals to speak up against injustice or wrongdoing despite potential repercussions – standing up for what is right often necessitates telling others off when needed. A page from a manuscript depicting Yashoda chastising her foster son Krishna reminds us that even divine beings face correction at times.