Rewarded Collection

Triumph of Julius Caesar (chromolitho)
2782983 Triumph of Julius Caesar (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Triumph of Julius Caesar. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

The firemans kiss (colour litho)
2779992 The firemans kiss (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The firemans kiss. A curious New Years Day tradition in Parisian theatres)

The Parable of the Talents, c. 1884 (Oil on canvas)
7212780 The Parable of the Talents, c.1884 (Oil on canvas) by Rich, William George (1857-after 1901); The Ms Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Rich)

The Milan Automobile Week, Departure of the competitors for the Italian Grand Prix Vetturette (colour litho)
2809135 The Milan Automobile Week, Departure of the competitors for the Italian Grand Prix Vetturette (colour litho) by Beltrame

Pope Alex VI Rewarded
POPE ALEXANDER VI (Roderigo Borgia) receiving more than pennies from Heaven for himself and his favourites (from a contemporary satire)

Do You Know: Why "costermonger"? (colour litho)
8668100 Do You Know: Why "costermonger"? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Why "costermonger")

Kegelbahn / Bowling Alley (colour litho)
8666298 Kegelbahn / Bowling Alley (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kegelbahn)

Royal Geographical Society Prize Medal, 1835, awarded to Captain George Back (1796-1878), 1835 (gold)
MMM5477676 Royal Geographical Society Prize Medal, 1835, awarded to Captain George Back (1796-1878), 1835 (gold) by Wyon, William (1795-1851); National Maritime Museum, London

Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing Laureate bust of Friedrich Wilhelm of Pomerania, Elector of Brandenburg
AMO367635 Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing Laureate bust of Friedrich Wilhelm of Pomerania, Elector of Brandenburg, right, wearing cuirass, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum

John Wesley (1703-1791) and George Whitefield (1714-1770), English evangelists and founders of Methodism
535772 John Wesley (1703-1791) and George Whitefield (1714-1770), English evangelists and founders of Methodism, urging sinners to turn from the Broad Way to hell

Isaac Merritt Singer (1811-1875) American inventor and manufacturer. Cover of booklet on the Singer sewing machine
530595 Isaac Merritt Singer (1811-1875) American inventor and manufacturer. Cover of booklet on the Singer sewing machine published New York c.1880

Sir Mark Walker, 1854
1581511 Sir Mark Walker, 1854; (add.info.: Engraving of General Sir Mark Walker (1827-1902) who was born in Ireland. He was an Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross

Turner Prize Plate, 1860 (engraving)
1579570 Turner Prize Plate, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of the Turner Prize Plate won by the St. George's Volunteer Corps. Dated 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The first distribution of the Victoria Cross
3586461 The first distribution of the Victoria Cross; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the first distribution of the Victoria Cross. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Maritime triumph or confederate favors
MMM5484579 Maritime triumph or confederate favors; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Maritime triumph or confederate favors)

Home and family transformed into models of comfort and smartness by the housewife's industry with the help of
530590 Home and family transformed into models of comfort and smartness by the housewife's industry with the help of the Singer sewing machine (engraving); (add.info)

HH the Aga Khan leading in Mahmoud (b/w photo)
8671541 HH the Aga Khan leading in Mahmoud (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HH the Aga Khan leading in Mahmoud)

Ancient Greek Olympic Games. The Winner Of The Chariot Race Is Saluted And Offered The Champion's Crown
UIG5420462 Ancient Greek Olympic Games. The Winner Of The Chariot Race Is Saluted And Offered The Champion's Crown, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: After A Work By De Courten)

Sir John Ross Gold Medal in Arts and Sciences, 1835-37 (gold)
MMM5477687 Sir John Ross Gold Medal in Arts and Sciences, 1835-37 (gold); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info)

Royal Geographical Society Prize Medal, 1835, awarded to Captain George Back (1796-1878), 1835 (silver)
MMM5477684 Royal Geographical Society Prize Medal, 1835, awarded to Captain George Back (1796-1878), 1835 (silver) by Wyon, William (1795-1851); National Maritime Museum, London

Royal Geographical Society Prize Medal, 1835, awarded to Captain George Back (1796-1878), 1835 (silver)
MMM5477680 Royal Geographical Society Prize Medal, 1835, awarded to Captain George Back (1796-1878), 1835 (silver) by Wyon, William (1795-1851); National Maritime Museum, London

Coronation of Olympic Games champion in Ancient Greece, 19th century (engraving)
NWI4858040 Coronation of Olympic Games champion in Ancient Greece, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Coronation of Olympic Games champion in Ancient Greece)

Cartoon of the treacherous Lord Bute receiving a reward while the old patriot Englishman is taxed until he is bent
FLO4717869 Cartoon of the treacherous Lord Bute receiving a reward while the old patriot Englishman is taxed until he is bent double

Charlotte Cecile Furtado, 1850
3480824 Charlotte Cecile Furtado, 1850; (add.info.: Charlotte Cecile Furtado (Furtado-Heine) was a French philanthropist, (1821 and 1896)

USA Homefront , Award of merit -Ships for Victory
3032646 USA Homefront , Award of merit -Ships for Victory; Private Collection; (add.info.: WW2 , USA Homefront , Award of merit -Ships for Victory); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023.

Edward VII investing the Maharajah of Jodhpore with the Star of India
3586463 Edward VII investing the Maharajah of Jodhpore with the Star of India; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Edward VII (1841-1910), as the Prince of Wales

Butler Medal Of Valor For US Colored Troops
3028734 Butler Medal Of Valor For US Colored Troops; Private Collection; (add.info.: Butler Medal Of Valor For US Colored Troops); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022.

The Albert Medal, 1850
3330499 The Albert Medal, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Albert Medal, awarded to those who, at great risk to themselves, save lives of others from shipwreck or perils of the sea)

Pinkerton's National Detective Agency, American private detective and security guard agency founded by Alfred
527940 Pinkerton's National Detective Agency, American private detective and security guard agency founded by Alfred Pinkerton in 1850

Sewing machine by Isaac Merritt Singer, 1880 (engraving)
530589 Sewing machine by Isaac Merritt Singer, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sewing machine by Isaac Merritt Singer (1811-1875): Treadle version

Decoration awarded to Elias Ashmole, 17th century (gold)
AMO367639 Decoration awarded to Elias Ashmole, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Elias Ashmole (1617-92) celebrated English antiquary, politician

Decoration awarded to Elias Ashmole, 17th century (gold)
AMO367641 Decoration awarded to Elias Ashmole, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Elias Ashmole (1617-92) celebrated English antiquary, politician

Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing City view of Strahlsund; in foreground, ships; above city
AMO367636 Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing City view of Strahlsund; in foreground, ships; above city, eagle holding wreath, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Sword given to Colonel Jean-Baptiste Marchand, 1900
3480874 Sword given to Colonel Jean-Baptiste Marchand, 1900; (add.info.: Sword given to Colonel Jean-Baptiste Marchand (2 November 1863 - 13 January 1934)

British Germantown medal given to the members of the 40th Regiment
3031293 British Germantown medal given to the members of the 40th Regiment; Private Collection; (add.info.: British Germantown medal given to the members of the 40th Regiment for their gallant)

Gold snuff box presented to the Earl of Elgin (engraving)
8677083 Gold snuff box presented to the Earl of Elgin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold snuff box presented to the Earl of Elgin)

Rutherford B. Hayes, Chester A. Arthur, and Grover Cleveland as pilgrims on a journey through a rugged Middle East
1576185 Rutherford B. Hayes, Chester A. Arthur, and Grover Cleveland as pilgrims on a journey through a rugged Middle East, 1885; (add.info.: The good Samaritan' Rutherford B. Hayes, Chester A)

The cup in the shape of a mug by William IV (William IV, 1765-1837), 1830 (gilded silver)
MMM5467415 The cup in the shape of a mug by William IV (William IV, 1765-1837), 1830 (gilded silver) by Bridge, John (1755-1834); National Maritime Museum, London

Customs of the Sahara, 1810 (engraving)
8698344 Customs of the Sahara, 1810 (engraving); (add.info.: Geography. Algeria. Customs of the indigenous people of the Sahara: haircut as proof of the courage of the soldiers)

Gilmore medal for bravery presented to a Connecticut soldier
3028371 Gilmore medal for bravery presented to a Connecticut soldier; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gilmore medal for bravery presented to a Connecticut soldier); © Don Troiani

Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing Lion seated, left, holding shield, 17th century (gold)
AMO367634 Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing Lion seated, left, holding shield, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing Bust of Karl Ludwig of Bavaria, Elector of Palatine, 17th century (gold)
AMO367633 Medal awarded to Elias Ashmole - showing Bust of Karl Ludwig of Bavaria, Elector of Palatine, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Doncaster Cup, 1860
1577562 The Doncaster Cup, 1860; (add.info.: The Doncaster Cup.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630719 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Sergeant's sash, Somerset Light Infantry (colour photo)
8668615 The Sergeant's sash, Somerset Light Infantry (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sergeant's sash, Somerset Light Infantry)

Isaac Merrit Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, while his friend George Zieber holds the candle
530592 Isaac Merrit Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, while his friend George Zieber holds the candle, adjusting tension on his sewing machine in a last desperate attempt to make it work

Military diploma of the soldier Valerius Clemens, of the Egyptian army, granted by the emperor Galerius
AIS5384903 Military diploma of the soldier Valerius Clemens, of the Egyptian army, granted by the emperor Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (250-311)

Bonney, William, 'Billy the Kid' 23.11.1859 - 14.7.1881, American gangster, wanted letter
FGL5502873 Bonney, William, 'Billy the Kid' 23.11.1859 - 14.7.1881, American gangster, wanted letter; Fototeca Gilardi.

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"Rewarded: Celebrating Triumphs and Recognizing Excellence" In the timeless Parable of the Talents, a masterpiece by an unknown artist in 1884, we witness the concept of being rewarded for one's abilities. This captivating oil on canvas painting reminds us that our talents should be nurtured and utilized to their fullest potential. Fast forward to the exhilarating Milan Automobile Week, where competitors depart for the Italian Grand Prix Vetturette. The thrill of racing is not only about speed but also about pushing oneself to the limit and reaping the rewards of hard work and dedication. History tells tales of Pope Alex VI being rewarded for his service to faith. His devotion earned him recognition, reminding us that acts of kindness and righteousness can lead to well-deserved accolades. The Panathenaic prize amphora from ancient Greece symbolizes victory in athletic competitions. It serves as a reminder that those who strive relentlessly are often rewarded with honor and glory. Venice distributing honors through a magnificent fresco captures moments when individuals were acknowledged for their contributions. It teaches us that recognizing achievements fosters motivation and inspires others to reach greater heights. A powerful image shows Kaiser giving iron crosses to aviators during World War I, highlighting how bravery in battle was duly rewarded. Such medals serve as tangible symbols of valorous deeds performed under extraordinary circumstances. Captain Rostron's receipt of the American Cross of Honour after rescuing survivors from Titanic showcases how heroic actions are met with gratitude and appreciation. Rewards like these remind us that selflessness can touch lives profoundly. Even seemingly small acts deserve recognition - illustrated by "The Wooden Pin, " where a little duck gets its paw stuck in a clothespin but ultimately finds help. This charming illustration teaches us that even minor assistance can be rewarding both for those involved and those witnessing such kindness. Humorously depicted in "A Good Joke, " two fish hook a pan instead of catching fish themselves.