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Threskiornis aethiopicus (African sacred ibis), 1778. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Threskiornis aethiopicus (African sacred ibis), 1778

Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago), c.1687-c.1692. Creator: Pieter Withoos
Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago), c.1687-c.1692

Nectarinia amethystina (Amethyst sunbird), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Nectarinia amethystina (Amethyst sunbird), 1777-1786

Man receives account for stupidities, 1826. Creator: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
Man receives account for stupidities, 1826. Le payement des sottises'. Scene in London: A man receives the bill for his stupidities/nonsense from a messenger or bailiff. Print no

Nightjar, 1784. Creator: Jan Brandes
Nightjar, 1784

Malachite Kingfisher, 1779-1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Malachite Kingfisher, 1779-1785. Blue-eared Kingfisher....batavian fish-catching bird true grouse / Alcedo caeruleo-cephala'. Malachite kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus), found in Africa

Cartoon of Schutto Gockinga, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
Cartoon of Schutto Gockinga, 1710-1720. Schutto (Scato) Gockinga was a judge of Van Oldenbarnevelt; Griffin with yellow beak, garland of morning glories

Vestiaria coccinea (Iiwi or Scarlet Hawaiian honeycreeper), 1778. Creator: John Webber
Vestiaria coccinea ('I'iwi or Scarlet Hawaiian honeycreeper), 1778. Bird from the South Sea of Captain Cook, 1780, whose feathers are so highly valued there

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus ? (Black-necked stork), 1776-before 1780. Creator: John Hunter
Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus ? (Black-necked stork), 1776-before 1780. From Port Jackson, (present-day Sydney, Australia). Possibly by John Hunter

Pelicans in Artis Zoo, 1880. Creator: Johannes Cornelis van Essen
Pelicans in Artis Zoo, 1880

Vulture, 1763-1824. Creator: Circle of François Le Vaillant
Vulture, 1763-1824

Head of a royal vulture (Sarcoramphus papa), 1763-1824. Creator: Circle of François Le Vaillant
Head of a royal vulture (Sarcoramphus papa), 1763-1824. King vulture

Head of an ear vulture (Otogyps auricularis daud), 1763-1824. Creator: Circle of François Le Vaillant
Head of an ear vulture (Otogyps auricularis daud), 1763-1824

Black walking bird with short thick red beak, 1763-1824. Creator: Circle of François Le Vaillant
Black walking bird with short thick red beak, 1763-1824

Head of a Helmeted Guineafowl, 1720-1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
Head of a Helmeted Guineafowl, 1720-1792

Stork nest on a chimney, c.1880-c.1910. Creator: Anon
Stork nest on a chimney, c.1880-c.1910. Two storks feed their youngsters in the nest with outstretched beaks

The Common Hall on Corporation Reform, in Guildhall, 1856. Creator: Henry Fitzcook
The Common Hall on Corporation Reform, in Guildhall, [London], 1856. Political meeting...to oppose the London Corporation Bill....the proceedings commenced by the Serjeant-at-Mace calling out that

The Threatened Swan, c.1650. Creator: Jan Asselijin
The Threatened Swan, c.1650. Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt. With its wings stretched and its neck poised, the swan protects her eggs against a dog swimming nearby

La carte a payer, 1837. Creator: Honore Daumier
La carte a payer, 1837. The card to pay

A Modern Hercules, published November 17, 1795. Creator: Unknown
A Modern Hercules, published November 17, 1795....Or, a Finishing Blow for Poor John Bull'. British prime minister William Pitt, brandishing a club inscribed Convention Bill

The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Storey persuasive, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Storey persuasive, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Parnell tragic, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Parnell tragic, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Chamberlain explains his objections, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Chamberlain explains his objections, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Sexton attacks Mr Chamberlain, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons, Mr Sexton attacks Mr Chamberlain, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Mary Boyle O'Reilly, writer, lecturer on sociology, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Mary Boyle O'Reilly, writer, lecturer on sociology, 1913. Irish-American social reformer and journalist during World War I. Her companion holds a document labelled A Bill

The great meeting at Her Majesty's Theatre, ...Irish Patriotic Union... 1886. Creator: Unknown
The great meeting at Her Majesty's Theatre, under the auspices of the Irish Patriotic Union, to protest against Mr. Gladstone's Irish Policy, 1886. From "The Graphic

The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons - Mr Gladstone's peroration, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Home Rule debate in the House of Commons - Mr Gladstone's peroration, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Woodrow Wilson signing Child Labor Bill, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Woodrow Wilson signing Child Labor Bill, 1916
Woodrow Wilson signing Child Labor Bill, 1916. President of the United States signing legislation. The Keating-Owen Child Labor Act of 1916, also known as Wick's Bill

The Crisis in Ireland - The Procession in Royal Avenue on it's way to Ulster Hall, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Crisis in Ireland--The Procession in Royal Avenue on it's way to Ulster Hall, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941. Creator: Oscar Bluhme
Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941

Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941. Creator: Oscar Bluhme
Scrimshaw: Walrus Tusk, 1941

Scrimshaw, c. 1941. Creator: Oscar Bluhme
Scrimshaw, c. 1941

Scrimshaw: Swordfish Bill, c. 1941. Creator: Oscar Bluhme
Scrimshaw: Swordfish Bill, c. 1941

Ornament with Owl Mocked by Day Birds, c.1480. Creator: Master FVB
Ornament with Owl Mocked by Day Birds, c.1480

The Handwriting on the Wall, n.d. Creator: John Doyle
The Handwriting on the Wall, n.d

Plumage
Jon W Wallach

Kotsuis and Hohhug-Nakoaktok, wearing ceremonial dress, with long beaks, on their haunches, dancing(?), c1914

Commencement of the Thames Embankment: driving the first pile... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Commencement of the Thames Embankment: driving the first pile in front of the Duke of Buccleuch's mansion, [London], 1862

The Wounded Eagle, c1870. Creator: Rosa Bonheur
The Wounded Eagle, c1870

The Wounded Eagle, c1870. Creator: Rosa Bonheur
The Wounded Eagle, c1870

Interior of a Power-Loom factory, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Interior of a Power-Loom factory, 1844. We are persuaded that the annexed engraving will be interesting to our readers, in connection with the great question of " The Factory Bill

UK, Scotland, Edinburgh
Scotland, Edinburgh, Misc, posters, Grassmarket

Eric Dixon, American jazz tenor saxophonist, flautist, composer and arranger, 1980s

Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis), South Island, New Zealand
Kiwis are flightless, nocturnal birds, so are seldom seen. They are currently listed as endangered. Habitat loss and predation by dogs, stoats, ferrets and cats have all contributed to this

Frank Wess, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Wess, American jazz saxophonist and flautist, 1960s. Wess is remembered for his time in Count Basies band from the early 1950s into the 1960s

Sonny Payne, Basie Band, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Sonny Payne, Count Basie Band, 1960s. Sonny Payne was an American jazz drummer, best known for his work with Count Basie and Harry James

Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus) low angle perspective of open bill, Lake Kerkini, Greece, February. Winner, Eric Hosking award, 2011 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition

Kitty Brunell looking under the bonnet of a Talbot 14 / 45 sportsmans coupe, c1928
Talbot 14/45 Sportsmans Coupe 1928 1665 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XV9554. Driver: Brunell, Miss. K Place:

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"Bill: A Journey Through History and Culture" Step into the fascinating world of Bill, where history, art, and entertainment intertwine. From UVF posters to wartime Toby jugs from WW1, every artifact tells a unique story. In one corner stands an old photograph capturing Bill kneeling in front of the Cenotaph in Whitehall. His solemn expression reflects the weight of sacrifice and remembrance that this iconic monument represents. Moving on, we encounter Bill Sykes (Barnard), a character who embodies both fear and fascination. His menacing presence reminds us of the dark side lurking within society's underbelly. But let's not forget about fun. Rock n Roll dancing takes center stage as couples twirl with infectious energy. The rhythm pulsates through their bodies, transcending time and bringing joy to all who witness it. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate Compton and Edrich leaving the Oval pitch in 1953. Their departure symbolizes determination, teamwork, and the spirit of competition that defines sportsmanship. Amidst these diverse artifacts lies F G Pearce Ltd's business stationery – a testament to entrepreneurship and commerce that has shaped our societies for centuries. Bruce Bairnsfather's WW1 cartoon "A Miner Success" sheds light on the resilience of ordinary people during times of adversity. It serves as a reminder that strength can be found even in the darkest moments. The Lambeth Walk sheet music cover from 1937 transports us back to an era filled with exuberance and carefree spirit. Its catchy tune echoes through generations, reminding us to embrace life's simple pleasures. The Women's Social and Political Union Votes for Women Help Suffragettes rush poster captures a pivotal moment in history when women fought tirelessly for equality – their courage paving the way for future generations' rights. Lastly, we glimpse at Gladstone/Home Rule Bill – an emblematic representation of political reform striving towards progress while navigating complex challenges.