Controversy Collection (page 2)

"Ruth", by A. Johnston, from the exhibition of the British Institution, 1864. Creator: W Thomas
"Ruth", by A. Johnston, from the exhibition of the British Institution, 1864. Engraving of a painting. The colouring of this picture is extremely vivid and effective; moreover

Expedition against the hill tribes on the Punjaub Frontier, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Expedition against the hill tribes on the Punjaub Frontier: view of the Chumla Valley and village of Umbeylah from the position held by the British force on the Goroo Heights, 1864

Expedition against the hill tribes on the Punjaub Frontier, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Expedition against the hill tribes on the Punjaub Frontier: view of the Chumla Valley and village of Umbeylah from the position held by the British force on the Goroo Heights, 1864

Testimonial to Colonel Gore Browne, late Governor of New Zealand, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Testimonial to Colonel Gore Browne, late Governor of New Zealand, 1864. The testimonial, which is very handsome, consists of a centre epergne and two dessert stands

Sketches from New Zealand: scene on the Waikato, near its junction with the Waipa River, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Sketches from New Zealand: scene on the Waikato, near its junction with the Waipa River, 1864. Engraving from a drawing made on the spot by Mr. G. P

Church missionary station on the Waikato River, New Zealand, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Church missionary station on the Waikato River, New Zealand, 1864. The mission-house of Pepepe is one of the most picturesque spots on the River Waikato

Memorial Cross of the 8th (King's) Regiment, on the Grand Parade, Portsmouth, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Memorial Cross of the 8th (King's) Regiment, on the Grand Parade, Portsmouth, 1864. The cross, designed and constructed by Mr

Formula One World Championship
Ayrton Senna (BRA) McLaren MP4/5 leads Nigel Mansell (GBR) Ferrari 640 who had been black-flagged and would controversially collide with Senna at the first corner

Wild mustang stallion. USA, Colorado

Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. The most numerous class of our wild-fowl visitors from the Arctic shores is the brent or black goose...The white geese are generally considered to consist of four different

The Educated Mules at the Alhambra Palace, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Educated Mules at the Alhambra Palace, 1858. American circus in London: Messrs. Howes and Cushing's "educated" mules, Barney and Pete who...must have had

Sacred Tank, and Marble Causeway leading to a Sikh Temple, in Umritzir, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sacred Tank, and Marble Causeway leading to a Sikh Temple, in Umritzir, [India] - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858

A Sikh Temple in Umritzir - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Creator: Unknown
A Sikh Temple in Umritzir [India] - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Umritzir, the religious capital of the Sikh people, was first constituted a holy city by Arjoon, fourth Gooroo

Sporting Scenes in Canada - Wild Turkey Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sporting Scenes in Canada - Wild Turkey Shooting, 1858. The wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo, Linn.) is fast disappearing from the woods of Canada...Their extinction will be hastened by the reckless

The Assiniboine and Saskatchewan Exploring Expedition - Portaging a Canoe and Baggage, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Assiniboine and Saskatchewan Exploring Expedition - Portaging a Canoe and Baggage, 1858. Engraving from a photograph taken during...the expedition sent out last spring by the Canadian Government

The Assiniboine and Saskatchewan Exploring Expedition - Ojibway Encampment near the Falls... 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Assiniboine and Saskatchewan Exploring Expedition - Ojibway Encampment near the Falls of the Rainy River, 1858. The Ojibways of the Lake of the Woods are the most warlike

First Meet of the Season of the Cotswold Hounds, 1858. Creator: Unknown
First Meet of the Season of the Cotswold Hounds, 1858. Fox hunting in rural England. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. G. Goddard. These hounds, under the mastership of Clego Colmore, Esq

Elephant Steeplechase at Rangoon, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Elephant Steeplechase at Rangoon, 1858. The British entertaining themselves in Burma. The officers of the garrison at Rangoon wound up their Monsoon Meeting with two pony steeplechases

Span of Railway Bridge for India, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Span of Railway Bridge for India, 1858....the Keeal and Huttohur Bridges...have just been constructed for the East Indian Railway Company by Messrs

Sketches in India - Brahmin Students, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sketches in India - Brahmin Students, 1858. We are indebted to the "Photographic Album" of Bombay for the characteristic Sketch of two Brahmin Students of English Literature...These two

"Daughters of the Alhambra" - painted by J. Phillip - from the Royal Academy Exhibition, 1858. Spain, which has offered so many tempting subjects to art

The Prince of Wales's Elephant charged by a Tiger, 1876. Creator: C.R
The Prince of Wales's Elephant charged by a Tiger, 1876. The future King Edward VII shoots tigers during a royal visit to India

Beating the Jungle for Tigers, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Beating the Jungle for Tigers, 1876. The future King Edward VII shoots tigers during a royal visit to India. The following telegram was published in London on Thursday: "Camp of Nepaul, Feb. 21

Conflict between the Natives of Samoa and the Crew of H.M.S. Barracouta, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Conflict between the Natives of Samoa and the Crew of H.M.S. Barracouta, 1876. Engraving after a sketch by Assistant Paymaster Rudge....the King, Captain Stevens, the Consuls

A Journey into the Herzegovina: Insurgent Hospital at Grahovo, 1876. Creator: C.R
A Journey into the Herzegovina: Insurgent Hospital at Grahovo, 1876....the brave though barbarous mountaineers in the highlands of the Adriatic shore are deserving of English sympathy...the kindest

Council House, Samoa, the Scene of the Late Conflict, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Council House, Samoa, the Scene of the Late Conflict, 1876....the insurrection, or revolution...caused an intervention on the part of a British ship of war

Grouse-shooting - from a drawing by Harrison Weir, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Grouse-shooting - from a drawing by Harrison Weir, 1860. Blood sports. Several bags averaged above 18 brace. That of the Prince Consort and Sir George Grey and suite, in the Moss of Monaltrie

Holy Trinity Chapel School at Reach, Cambridgeshire, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Holy Trinity Chapel School at Reach, Cambridgeshire, 1860. Newly constructed Christian school. As the building is to serve as a church as well as a school

Improvements in Calcutta: The Dunkin Bustee, in Chowringhee, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Improvements in Calcutta: The Dunkin Bustee, in Chowringhee, 1860. Europeans in India. The Calcutta Municipality has commenced clearing the European, quarter of the town from its native inmates

Midwinter Sacrifice. Creator: Carl Larsson
Midwinter Sacrifice, Unknown date

Return of the Prince of Wales from India: Life on Board the Serapis - Tiger and Cheetals...1876. Creator: L.B
Return of the Prince of Wales from India: Life on Board the Serapis - Tiger and Cheetals, from a sketch by an officer of the Serapis, 1876

Sword presented to Lord Clyde, G.C.B. on Thursday week, by the Common Council of London, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Sword presented to Lord Clyde, G.C.B. on Thursday week, by the Common Council of London, 1860. In accordance with a vote of a Court of Common Council held some time ago the Freedom of the City of

Exhibition of Rhinoceros-Fighting at Baroda, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Exhibition of Rhinoceros-Fighting at Baroda, 1876. Entertainment laid on for the future King Edward VII by the Gaekwar of Baroda during a royal visit to India

Skinning a Tiger, from a sketch by one of our special artists in India, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Skinning a Tiger, from a sketch by one of our special artists in India, 1876. The future King Edward VII goes tiger hunting

Tame Elephants hunting a Wild Elephant, from a sketch by one of our special artists in India, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Tame Elephants hunting a Wild Elephant, from a sketch by one of our special artists in India, 1876. Royal visit by the future King Edward VII....his Royal Highness rode forth with a pack of tame

The Prince of Wales in the Nepaul Terai: Colonel Sir Arthur Ellis...with a Tiger...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales in the Nepaul Terai: Colonel Sir Arthur Ellis at close quarters with a Tiger, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876....the tiger sprang out

The Prince of Wales in the Terai: "Padding" a Tiger"...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales in the Terai: "Padding" a Tiger", from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The future King Edward VII shooting tigers in India

The Prince of Wales Tiger-Shooting with Sir Jung Bahadoor: the Critical Moment...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales Tiger-Shooting with Sir Jung Bahadoor: the Critical Moment, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876

AI IMAGE - Portrait of King Edward VIII signing the Instrument of Abdication, 1936, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of King Edward VIII signing the Instrument of Abdication, 10 December 1936, (2023). Edward (1894-1972)

The Royal Visit to India: the Prince of Wales's first tiger - second shot...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Visit to India: the Prince of Wales's first tiger - second shot, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876

The Royal Visit to India: the Prince of Wales shooting his first tiger at Jeypore...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Visit to India: the Prince of Wales shooting his first tiger at Jeypore - first shot, Gwalior, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876

The Prince of Wales in India: native soldiers distinguished for their services, 1876. Creator: William Simpson
The Prince of Wales in India: native soldiers distinguished for their services, 1876. Russaldar Major Maun Sing, Sirdar Bahadoor...senior native officer of the 9th Bengal Cavalry...He served at

Ramenés au Devoir; Arretes dans leur debandade, des soldats qui avaient abandonné leur... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Ramenes au Devoir; Arretes dans leur debandade, des soldats qui avaient abandonne leur equipement recoivent de nouvelles armes; en quelques instants, sur ce point

Ramenés au Devoir; Deserteurs repentis barrant une route pour arreter a leur tour de... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Ramenes au Devoir; Deserteurs repentis barrant une route pour arreter a leur tour de nouveaux fuyards, 1917. First World War

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). American poet and journalist Walter Whitman Jr. (1819-1892) is considered one of the most influential poets in American history

Testimonial presented to Mr. Davis of Her Majesty's Staghounds, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Testimonial presented to Mr. Davis of Her Majesty's Staghounds, 1858. The testimonial was modelled by Mr. Cotterill. It is mounted on an ebony plinth, with the following inscription on one side

The Royal Albert Asylum for Idiots, Lancaster, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Albert Asylum for Idiots, Lancaster, 1876. Institution for children with learning problems:.for the reception, care

A Mrua Medicine Man and his Train, from a sketch by Lieutenant Cameron in Central Africa, 1876. Creator: Unknown
A Mrua Medicine Man and his Train, from a sketch by Lieutenant Cameron in Central Africa, 1876. The people of Urua, or Kasongo's country, are called Mrua

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"Unveiling the Controversy: A Journey through Time and Perspectives" Step into a world where controversy reigns supreme, as we delve into historical moments that have sparked heated debates and divided opinions. From political propaganda to sporting clashes, religious disputes to artistic scandals, this captivating collection of hints offers a glimpse into the diverse tapestry of controversies that have shaped our past. In 1910, a Liberal Party poster for the British General Election ignited fierce discussions about political ideologies and social reform. Its vibrant colors and powerful imagery became symbols of both hope and dissent. Fast forward to 1989 at the Japanese Grand Prix, where an unexpected turn of events stirred controversy among racing enthusiasts. The clash between drivers left spectators questioning sportsmanship versus competitive spirit. Meanwhile, in Belo Horizonte, Brazil stands Pampulha Church - a masterpiece designed by Oscar Niemeyer that polarized architectural critics with its daring modernist style. This iconic structure continues to provoke conversations about tradition versus innovation. The Marburg Colloquy takes us back to 1529 when religious leaders engaged in intense theological debates during the Protestant Reformation. These discussions forever altered Europe's religious landscape while raising questions about faith and unity. A haunting image emerges from history as two skeletons – one human, one gorilla – remind us of our complex relationship with nature. This controversial depiction challenges notions of evolution and humanity's place in the natural world. The German Railway gun captured at the Battle of Amiens during World War I serves as a stark reminder of conflict's devastating consequences. Its display sparks debates on war ethics while honoring those who fought bravely on opposing sides. Artistic scandal finds its place within Madame X (Madame Pierre Gautreau), an oil painting from 1883-84 that caused uproar due to its provocative portrayal of high society womanhood. The artist's audacity raises questions about societal norms and artistic freedom.