Contemptuous Collection

Au Quartier Latin, 1898 (lithograph in colours)
1766961 Au Quartier Latin, 1898 (lithograph in colours) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939); 42x30 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Quartier Latin. Alphonse Mucha (1860-1939)

In the ruins, is that all, front cover illustration from Le Rire Rouge
698816 In the ruins, is that all, front cover illustration from Le Rire Rouge, 22nd May 1915 (colour litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris

Pilahlynn, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
FLP465413 Pilahlynn, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Barclays Dictionary, word: Disdain (engraving)
5997751 Barclays Dictionary, word: Disdain (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Disdain)

Contemptuous Insults Francisco Jose de Goya
Contemptuous of the Insults; Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes (Francisco de Goya) (Spanish, 1746 - 1828); about 1816 - 1820; Brush and india ink; 29.5 x 18.3 cm (11 5, 8 x 7 3, 16 in.);

Of the contempt and dispysynge of pouertye, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF486464 Of the contempt and dispysynge of pouertye, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Contemptuous of the Insults; Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes (Francisco de Goya), Spanish, 1746 - 1828; about 1816 - 1820; Brush and india ink; 29.5 x 18.3 cm (11 5/8 x 7 3/16 in.)

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"Contemptuous: A Glimpse into the World of Satirical Illustrations" Step back in time to the vibrant streets of Au Quartier Latin, 1898. Through a lithograph in colours, witness the French Invasion as John Bull Bombards the Bum-Boats with contemptuous fervor. Le Rire Rouge's front cover illustration beckons you to explore "In the ruins, is that all?" With each stroke of pen and ink with watercolor on paper, Pilahlynn transports us to the intriguing world of the 1920s. Barclays Dictionary defines disdain through an engraving - a visual representation capturing its essence. In another engraving, an illustration for Great Expectations by Charles Dickens captivates our attention with its contemptuous undertones. Theodore Roosevelt's powerful presence demands respect through his unwavering gaze. Contemptuous Insults Francisco Jose de Goya showcases artistry intertwined with biting mockery. Alexander Barclay's work sheds light on society's dispysynge of pouertye - illustrating how contempt can manifest even towards those less fortunate. T Roosevelt / Judge 1906 captures a moment frozen in time where contempt meets justice head-on. These glimpses into history remind us that throughout centuries, humanity has been no stranger to contemptuous attitudes. Let these illustrations serve as a reminder to challenge such sentiments and foster empathy instead.