Torch Collection (#6)

Waiting for a long time
Peter Schade

Angel statue, Marseille, France. Constructed 1800's

The secret of no man's land
Selions（陈磊）

August night
Ivan Pedretti

Stargate 2020
Pierandrea Folle

Pink Lake
James Zhen Yu

HMS Argus 149
Royal Navy - HMS Argus 149, an aircraft carrier, seen in March 1939. Argus served from 1918 to 1944. After commissioning, the ship was involved for several years in the development of the optimum

The Flaming Torch
This painting depicts the back of a man, standing from an elevated position with a flaming torch in his hand, possibly a leader figure to the onlooking crowd below him

Diver working on the hull of a ship underwater
A diver (in helmet and breathing gear) working on the hull of a submerged vessel - most likely welding work using an oxy acetylene torch. Date: 1943

Illustration, Bristlewoods, in black out
Caricature illustration by Frank Reynolds, of a man and woman in a blacked out street, by garden gate, man with torch and dog. Captioned, Bristlewoods see it through'. With quotations, Mr

Mildred Harris in The Deceivers
Actress Mildred Harris (1901-1944) started as a child actress, had a succesful career in silent movies, but struggled with the advent of talkies'. She was also the first wife of Charlie Chaplin

The Taking of Christ. Painting ascribed to Gerard Seghers
Painting ascribed to Gerard Seghers (1591-1651). Flemish baroque painter. The Taking of Christ. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

Salvation Army Advertisement
An advertisement for the Salvation Army, a charitable organization founded in 1865. Titled Brightening darkest England, the illustration for this advert shows a flaming torch being held

The Statue of Liberty - New York Bay, New York City, USA. Date: circa 1910

Sievert gas blow torch kit. Date: circa 1960

FREDERICK VIII (1843 - 1912), King of Denmark (1906 - 12) - a commemorative picture soon after his death

HAND OF GLORY
THE HAND OF GLORY - the hand cut from a dead man's corpse, soaked in oil, and used as a magic torch by robbers because its light was visible only to the carrier Date: 1829

The Torch Dance, 1517-18 (woodcut)
7415402 The Torch Dance, 1517-18 (woodcut) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 22.5--24.3 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Birth of Pandora, 1791-1804 (oil on canvas)
2913322 The Birth of Pandora, 1791-1804 (oil on canvas) by Barry, James (1741-1806); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

The descent from the cross to the torch, 1654 (Etching)
7393349 The descent from the cross to the torch, 1654 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 21, 3 x 16, 3 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Suffragist Lucy Branham burns the "hollow phrases" of President Woodrow Wilson across from the White House
4073013 Suffragist Lucy Branham burns the "hollow phrases" of President Woodrow Wilson across from the White House

Christ on the Cross with Saint Catherine of Siena, Saint Dominic and an Angel, 1622-27 (oil on canvas)
471195 Christ on the Cross with Saint Catherine of Siena, Saint Dominic and an Angel, 1622-27 (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 314x245 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten

Eye of the Night Sky
Romantic Li

The Presentation of Mary, 1583 (oil on canvas)
885034 The Presentation of Mary, 1583 (oil on canvas) by Passarotti, Bartolomeo (1529-92); 390x198 cm; Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna, Italy; (add.info.: Bartolomeo Passarotti or Passerotti (1529-92))

Torch Hunting in a Florida Forest; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
Torch Hunting in a Florida Forest; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. [Men carrying a dead bear lashed to a wooden pole]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Plate 18: Procession of the Spanish Prince Ferdinand into the city of Ghent, January 28, 1... 1636
Plate 18: Procession of the Spanish Prince Ferdinand into the city of Ghent, January 28, 1635; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi Principis Ferdinandi, Hispaniarum Infantis... 1636

Triumphant Cupid, 1715-96. Creator: Jean-Etienne Liotard
Triumphant Cupid, 1715-96

Flambeau, c. 1937. Creator: Ivar Julius
Flambeau, c. 1937

The Conquest of Mexico: Hernando Cortes (1485-1547) Attacks the District of Panfilo Narvaez by Night (oil on canvas)
IND113577 The Conquest of Mexico: Hernando Cortes (1485-1547) Attacks the District of Panfilo Narvaez by Night (oil on canvas) by Spanish School, (18th century); Museo de America, Madrid

Fol. 105r Judas kisses Christ and the soldiers surround Him (vellum)
ALI142178 Fol.105r Judas kisses Christ and the soldiers surround Him (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont, Italy; (add.info.: Codex de Predis; ); Alinari

Fol. 107v Peter denies Christ (vellum)
ALI142173 Fol.107v Peter denies Christ (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont, Italy; (add.info.: Codex de Predis; renier; reniement; ); Alinari

Some border soldiers, a gap opened in the avalanche that blocked the access to a tunnel (colour litho)
2778204 Some border soldiers, a gap opened in the avalanche that blocked the access to a tunnel (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some border soldiers)

The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas)
3086716 The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 130x162 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Birth of Venus, the goddess of love, from the sea)

Samson and Delilah
LLM339731 Samson and Delilah by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samson and Delilah. Bible (James Hagger, c 1860). Printed by A H Payne.); © Look and Learn

Cameos depicting Constantine II the Younger killing his enemies and the Triumph of Licinius (b / w photo)
XIR326639 Cameos depicting Constantine II the Younger killing his enemies and the Triumph of Licinius (b/w photo) by Roman; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Russian police discovering a nihilist printing house at Charkoff, from Le Monde Illustre
CHT286994 Russian police discovering a nihilist printing house at Charkoff, from Le Monde Illustre, February 1881 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Lepere

The Vault of Mummies, or Skeletons from St. Michaels Tower, Bordeaux, 1885 (charcoal on paper)
XIR71702 The Vault of Mummies, or Skeletons from St. Michaels Tower, Bordeaux, 1885 (charcoal on paper) by Lhermitte, Leon Augustin (1844-1925); 46x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Michel; )

The Bridge of Life, 1884 (oil on canvas)
HTL226381 The Bridge of Life, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; By courtesy of Julian Hartnoll

Caves of Zaen I
Bartolome Lopez

Maui
USA, Hawaii, Maui, Kaanapali Beach, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, torch lightning ceremony

Hercules surprising Fanus who mistook him for Omphale, 1540-56 Creator: Leon Davent
Hercules surprising Fanus who mistook him for Omphale, 1540-56

Specimens of Modern Masters, 18th century. 18th century. Creator: Anon
Specimens of Modern Masters, 18th century

Hudsons Soap, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Hudsons Soap, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Mars standing outside the walls of Brussels, 1580-1630 (Ink, Watercolour)
7261609 Mars standing outside the walls of Brussels, 1580-1630 (Ink, Watercolour) by Clerck, Hendrik de (1570-1629); 35.5x28.4 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Ancient Etruscan wedding ceremony
6339971 Ancient Etruscan wedding ceremony by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Ancient Etruscan wedding ceremony. The bride)

The arrest of Guy Fawkes, illustration from Madame Tussauds (colour litho)
IL352875 The arrest of Guy Fawkes, illustration from Madame Tussauds (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guy fawkes, or Guido Fawkes (1570-1606)

He knelt down on the dewy grass (colour litho)
1265962 He knelt down on the dewy grass (colour litho) by Spooner, Minnie Didbin (1867-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Island Saints published by TC & EC Jack circa 1917)

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"Shining the Torch of Freedom: A Global Symbol of Hope and Change" In the heart of Wonsan City, Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (DPRK), North Korea, Asia, a propaganda poster captures the essence of unity and progress. The torch depicted in vibrant colors symbolizes enlightenment and serves as a beacon for all to follow. Reminiscent of the iconic Statue of Liberty, this torch represents not only freedom but also resilience. Just like Lady Liberty's flame that has guided countless immigrants towards their dreams, this torch stands tall amidst adversity. Across the world in Lewes, East Sussex, burning crosses illuminate the night sky during an annual bonfire night parade. These fiery symbols evoke both fear and celebration while reminding us that fire can be harnessed for good or evil purposes. The suffrage movement in America found its voice through powerful imagery. In Henry Mayer's 1915 cartoon "The Awakening, " a torch-wielding allegorical representation strides across western states where women already had voting rights. This image inspires women from east to west to reach out for equality. Traveling back in time to Louisiana in 1865, we witness steamboats navigating through bayous by torchlight. The flickering flames guide these vessels through treacherous waters while creating an enchanting spectacle against the dark backdrop. As construction commenced on the Statue of Liberty in Paris circa 1883, her majestic figure held high a radiant torch representing liberty and opportunity for all who sought refuge on American shores. This enduring symbol continues to inspire generations with its message of hope and acceptance. Even George Studdy's lovable canine character laments feeling unloved under his dimly lit surroundings – perhaps longing for a guiding light akin to our metaphorical torches that lead us towards love and companionship. Standing proudly against Manhattan's skyline is Lady Liberty herself on her pedestal at Liberty Island. Her raised arm holds aloft a flaming torch, a testament to the unwavering spirit of freedom that defines America.