Welcoming Collection (#24)

Summer Holidays in Spain and Portugal
Cover illustration for Summer Holidays in Spain and Portugal, including the Balearic Islands, Madeira, Malta, Gibraltar and Cyprus, with Cooks World Travel Service

Where shall we go -- Belgium or Holland?
Cover photograph for Thomas Cooks brochure, Where shall we go -- Belgium or Holland. A young woman stands seductively in a swimsuit

Model fishing boat maker, Cornwall
A model fishing boat maker in his workshop, somewhere in Cornwall. He is in the process of constructing a new boat with two masts

Warm welcome for British Calvalry men
Kisses from grateful women for gallant men. British cavalry men are greeted by joyful French women in the village of Monchy in France after the battle of Arras

Samsun - Arrival of Metropolitan Archbishop
Welcoming the Metropolitan Archbishop Monseigneur Amassias Germanos by the Orthodox Community upon his arrival at Samsun, Turkey, on the coast of the Black Sea

Angels Ever Bright And Fair
A colour illustration for an advertisement depicting angels on a starlit cloud, welcoming a new angel to heaven

Roses of Victory
Elegant lithograph by Shepperson showing a young woman with a basket of roses welcoming the victorious British troops home

Greek Learning
After the fall of Constantinople to the Turks, Greek scholars flee to the west : the Medici family of Firenze (Florence) are particularly welcoming

Eugenie at Toulon
When Eugenie visits Toulon, she is greeted by salvoes of welcoming guns from the warships congregated in the harbour

PRS Nimrod moored in London, 1909
Illustration showing Sir Ernest Shackleton, leader of the Nimrod Antarctic Expedition of 1908-09, and his wife (left foreground) welcoming visitors onto the deck of the Polar Research Ship Nimrod

Brunette & Satin Sheets
A pretty brunette model with a welcoming gaze rests against her arm on white satin sheets

Reclining Pin-Up 1950S
A pretty brunette model with a welcoming gaze & with come to bed eyes reclines seductively on white satin sheets

Garibaldi at Naples 3
The people of Naples throng the strada de Toledo, welcoming Garibaldi and his men

Garibaldi at Naples
Citizens of Naples throng the strada de Toledo, welcoming Garibaldi and his men

Louis XIV of France and visitors from Siam (Thailand)
King Louis XIV of France receives delegates from Siam (Thailand) who have come to study science in Europe

Twin puppies and water
Twin puppies, Snip and Snap, find some water and decide its time for a drink

Santa Caterina Valfurva at dusk, Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Good friends meeting, Dali, Yunnan, China, Asia

Welcoming a Missionary
A missionary is welcomed by natives

China Miao People 1951
Miao people welcoming the Peoples Liberation Army

King of Congo, West Africa, receiving missionaries
The King of Congo, West Africa, receiving Dominican missionaries from Portugal

King of the Congo, West Africa, with Portuguese bishop
King Peter, Christian ruler of the Congo, West Africa, welcomes a Portuguese bishop

Mr Punch goes First Footing in the New Year -- he and his dog Toby are just about to run up some snow-covered steps into a house where a family are waiting to welcome them

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"Embracing the Return: A Warm Welcome from All Corners of the World" As HMS Invincible Returns from the Falklands in 1982, a nation's heart swells with pride and relief. The sight of this mighty vessel docking brings forth a collective sigh of welcome, as heroes return to their loved ones. In Rembrandt's masterpiece, "The Return of the Prodigal Son, " we witness an emotional reunion that transcends time. The father's outstretched arms symbolize unconditional love and forgiveness, reminding us all of the power back those who have strayed. Standing tall and proud, Lady Liberty extends her torch as a beacon of hope to all who arrive on America's shores. Her message is clear: "Welcome to this land where dreams come true. " Nature itself teaches us about welcoming gestures through two Northern Gannets touching beaks in greeting. Their graceful display on Heligoland island reminds us that warmth can be found even amidst rugged landscapes. Cadbury's Golden Key advertisement invites you into a world filled with chocolatey delights - a sweet invitation that promises joyous moments shared among friends and family. High above overlooking the cityscape stands a statue of Jesus Christ, his open arms embodying acceptance and compassion for all who seek solace or redemption. Reno Main Street scene captures the vibrant energy of Nevada, where locals and visitors alike are greeted by bustling streets lined with shops and casinos. Here, everyone is welcomed to try their luck at fortune or simply enjoy life's pleasures. Summer Holidays in Holland and Belgium beckon travelers with picturesque landscapes dotted with windmills and tulip fields. These destinations offer warm hospitality rooted in centuries-old traditions. Welcome signs dotting highways guide weary travelers towards new adventures while assuring them they have arrived at their desired destination – whether it be home or an exciting new place waiting to be explored. "The Admirals Hard" painting transports us to 1865 Plymouth, where sailors and locals gather at the waterfront.