Cleaning Collection (page 3)

A man brushing his teeth
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Mallard Duck drake - preening. bd361
TOM-894 Mallard Duck drake - preening, standing on frozen pond USA Anas platyrhynchos Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Grey Heron Immature bird perched on floating log, preening. Cleveland. UK
ROY-153 Grey Heron - Immature bird perched on floating log, preening Cleveland. UK Ardea cinerea Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Rosy faced Lovebird - preening Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-81 Rosy faced Lovebird - preening Central Namibia, Africa Agapornis roseicollis Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Rosy faced Lovebird - pair preening each other on a favourite perch. Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-79 Rosy faced Lovebird - pair preening each other on a favourite perch. Central Namibia, Africa Agapornis roseicollis Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Rosy faced Lovebird Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-80 Rosy faced Lovebird Central Namibia, Africa Agapornis roseicollis Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rosy faced Lovebird - portrait of pair Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-78 Rosy faced Lovebird - portrait of pair Central Namibia, Africa. Agapornis roseicollis Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Washing line of colourful laundry in Old Town Buzet, hilltop village, Buzet, Istria, Croatia, Europe

Dog Wet Dog in towel
JD-16654 DOG - wet dog with towel, close-up of head John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cat Patched tabby, tortoiseshell & white, licking kitten. Santorini Island, Greece
WAT-6677 CAT- Patched tabby, tortoiseshell, and white, licking kitten Santorini Is. Greece M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Vacuuming Ornaments
A French maidservant vacuums ornaments with LE PROGRESS

Vacuuming Picture
A French maidservant vacuums a picture with LE PROGRESS

Bathing Baby
Two nurses bath a baby

Comic postcard, Woman in expensive underwear chats to cleaning lady Date: 20th century

British troops exercise in Estonia as part of the NATOs eFP (Enhanced Forward Presence)
Pictured is a French Leclerc mk2 Main Battle Tank (MBT) in Silhouette, and shrouded in smoke after firing during the live fire element of a joint UK/French exercise as part of the eFP deployment

The "Sweeper-Vac" (b/w photo)
8658819 The "Sweeper-Vac" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Sweeper-Vac." Illustration for The Servantless House by R)

The "Kooksjoie" anthracite range (b/w photo)
8658818 The "Kooksjoie" anthracite range (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Kooksjoie" anthracite range)

Linoleum floor in black and white squares (b/w photo)
8658817 Linoleum floor in black and white squares (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Linoleum floor in black and white squares)

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Advertisement for Scrubb's Ammonia
5311925 Advertisement for Scrubb's Ammonia; (add.info.: Advertisement for Scrubb's multi-purpose Ammonia. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Engraving depicting the Lady of the House, wearing an apron and gloves, does her own housework, 19th century
5308736 Engraving depicting the Lady of the House, wearing an apron and gloves, does her own housework, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Lady of the House)

Grooved wood lines with chamois leather for cleaning brass stair rods
5310255 Grooved wood lines with chamois leather for cleaning brass stair rods; (add.info.: Engraving depicting grooved wood lines with chamois leather for cleaning brass stair rods)

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293403 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid cleaning. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Another method of washing for silver (engraving)
8644056 Another method of washing for silver (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Another method of washing for silver)

I watched the girl washing the concrete pavement at the back door (colour litho)
8650812 I watched the girl washing the concrete pavement at the back door (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The "Cook's Indispensable" (b/w photo)
8658830 The "Cook's Indispensable" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Red Star" washing machine, open (b/w photo)
8658828 "Red Star" washing machine, open (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Red Star" washing machine, open)

A fitting for heating three irons on a single gas ring (b/w photo)
8658827 A fitting for heating three irons on a single gas ring (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Indicating the many uses to which an Electric Suction Cleaner can be put (b/w photo)
8658826 Indicating the many uses to which an Electric Suction Cleaner can be put (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The bed-sitting-room as bedroom (litho)
8658821 The bed-sitting-room as bedroom (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bed-sitting-room as bedroom)

A well-equipped kitchen-scullery (b/w photo)
8658813 A well-equipped kitchen-scullery (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A well-equipped kitchen-scullery)

A simple dining-room with an "Esse" Anthracite Stove and Painted Wood Kerb (b/w photo)
8658809 A simple dining-room with an "Esse" Anthracite Stove and Painted Wood Kerb (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Votaries of the Weed No 35 (colour litho)
8660525 Votaries of the Weed No 35 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Votaries of the Weed, No 35. Then there is the enthusiast)

A high ideal (colour litho)
8656238 A high ideal (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A high ideal. Man admiring the backside of a woman up a ladder)

I always wash my pussy with scented soap (colour litho)
8656217 I always wash my pussy with scented soap (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I always wash my pussy with scented soap)

Mr Henpeck doing the work (colour litho)
8635519 Mr Henpeck doing the work (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Henpeck doing the work. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

A housewife's monthly work throughout the year (colour litho)
8634927 A housewife's monthly work throughout the year (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A housewife's monthly work throughout the year)

Dinner table setting, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634922 Dinner table setting, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinner table setting, mid 1930s)

Separating diamonds from gravel (b/w photo)
8663721 Separating diamonds from gravel (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Separating diamonds from gravel)

Bath house, 16th Century (engraving)
8663769 Bath house, 16th Century (engraving) by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bath house, 16th Century)

Ore processing in the first half of the 19th century (engraving)
8663921 Ore processing in the first half of the 19th century (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

100 old time Bible words (litho)
8673191 100 old time Bible words (litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 100 old time Bible words)

Watering the streets in Alpine Towns (engraving)
8672770 Watering the streets in Alpine Towns (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watering the streets in Alpine Towns)

Birth of a child in ancient Germany (engraving)
8626221 Birth of a child in ancient Germany (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth of a child in ancient Germany)

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Newfoundland fisheries - close of the season (engraving)
8676943 Newfoundland fisheries - close of the season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newfoundland fisheries - close of the season)

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"A Complete Wash-out: Exploring the Art of Cleaning" In this captivating collection, William Heath Robinson takes us on a whimsical journey through the world of cleaning. From the iconic DOLLY TUB to the meticulous preening of a Quaker/Monk Parakeet in South America, these hints remind us of the beauty and importance of cleanliness. Step into Pullars Dye Works in Perth, Scotland with their enticing advert that promises vibrant colors and spotless garments. Meanwhile, in England's countryside, witness the transformation as roadside drainage ditches are cleared using a powerful JCB digger - nature reclaiming its purity. Marvel at the tender moment captured by Jesus Washing the Feet of his Disciples; an act symbolizing humility and servitude. The wringer and wet clothes dryer stand as timeless reminders of simpler times when hard work was required for pristine laundry. Ella Watson's stern gaze in Gordon Parks' photograph AMERICAN GOTHIC tells a tale of determination amidst adversity - her role as US Government Chairwoman demanding impeccable standards. Witnessing an adult Mute Swan preening itself gracefully along Cleveland's shores or Sun Conures indulging in self-care rituals brings forth a sense of tranquility from South America. And let us not forget our furry friends. Observe a Sea Otter meticulously grooming itself at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, WA - reminding us that even amidst chaos, there is solace to be found through personal care. Join us on this visual expedition where cleaning becomes an art form. Discover how these diverse moments encapsulate both simplicity and complexity while celebrating cleanliness as an essential aspect of life's harmony.