Discipline Collection

Ticked Off by Cecil Aldin
A meek looking Dandie Dinmont dog receiving a scolding from his owner. Date: 1934

His Broadcast Masters Voice by George Studdy
A spoof on the famous His Masters Voice logo featuring a dog listening to a gramophone; Bonzo, the comic canine creation of George Studdy

A Miscarriage of Justice
A rather wicked looking Bonzo sniggers to himself as his brother gets a telling off for some naughty prank of which is entirely innocent

Frontispiece to The Art of Archerie, 1634 (engraving)
XJF3058189 Frontispiece to The Art of Archerie, 1634 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Brixton Prison / Mayhew
Female convicts during the silent hour at Brixton Prison, London. All prisoners were required to sit quietly outside their cell

The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho)
473030 The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1. A Scouts honour is to be trusted. 2)

British military discipline, 19th century. A soldier, tied to the triangle, being flogged with a cat-o-nine-tails. In 1867 Parliament abolished flogging in the services

British naval discipline, 19th century. A sailor, tied to the grating, being flogged with a cat-o-nine-tails. In 1867 Parliament abolished flogging in the services

Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace, New Guard marching, colourful spectacle and British pageantry, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

In Disgrace by Muriel Dawson
A small blonde child is made to stand facing the wall in disgrace after some apparent misdemeanour in the nursery or school room

A nurse who has disciplined a child, 1850
3478003 A nurse who has disciplined a child, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a nursemaid who has disciplined a child by making them face the corner whilst the other children continue to play)

A mother disciplining her young child, 1870 (engraving)
5616334 A mother disciplining her young child, 1870 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Purana Puri, a Fakir or holy man, whose mode of devotional discipline was the elevation of his arms above his head
530798 Purana Puri, a Fakir or holy man, whose mode of devotional discipline was the elevation of his arms above his head. His arms lost mass and shrank as a consequence

An engraving depicting a nurse chastising a child, 19th century
5311219 An engraving depicting a nurse chastising a child, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1876); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Pararum Soatuntre Perkasanund, who displayed his devotional discipline by reclining on a bed of iron spikes
530796 Pararum Soatuntre Perkasanund, who displayed his devotional discipline by reclining on a bed of iron spikes. These Hindu philosophers and holy men followed an ancient tradition

A 19th century ballet class. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000903 A 19th century ballet class. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

Tread mill, 1835
3479377 Tread mill, 1835; (add.info.: Tread mill at Brixton prison. Introduced for prison discipline by William Cubitt of Ipswich. Dated 1835.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Military discipline: British soldier, tied to the Triangle, being flogged with Cat-O-Nine-Tails
532772 Military discipline: British soldier, tied to the Triangle, being flogged with Cat-O-Nine-Tails. In 1867 Parliament abolished flogging in the armed services

Prison discipline: Dartmoor prisoner doing solitary punishment at the crank handle. Illustration published London 1884
537593 Prison discipline: Dartmoor prisoner doing solitary punishment at the crank handle. Illustration published London 1884

Naval discipline: British sailor, tied to the grating, being flogged with Cat-O-Nine-Tails
532769 Naval discipline: British sailor, tied to the grating, being flogged with Cat-O-Nine-Tails. In 1867 Parliament abolished flogging in the armed services

Masonic Symbolism, 1850
3478438 Masonic Symbolism, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Masonic Symbolism: Sun and Moon (God's power, eternity, omnipresence and benevolence)

Inspection of the City of London Militia, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Inspection of the City of London Militia, 1858....the Royal London Militia (the whole of the regiment having attended Divine service at St)

Bivouac of the Volunteers at the close of the Review, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Bivouac of the Volunteers at the close of the Review, 1860. Review of Lancashire Rifle Volunteers in Knowsley Park. The hospitality of the Earl of Derby...was on a scale of princely munificence;

Raga Gandhara, 1650-75. Creator: Unknown
Raga Gandhara, 1650-75. A gaunt ascetic with protruding ribs sits on a tiger skin as a disciple carrying a pouch approaches

Joghi Wallahs at Benares, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Joghi Wallahs at Benares, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. Indian ascetics:..an exhibition of "joghi wallahs." These are a class of Hindoo religious mendicants

Her Majesty inspecting the Aldershott Division at Frimley, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty inspecting the Aldershott Division at Frimley, 1858....the whole division consisted of eleven regiments of infantry, two regiments of cavalry, twenty-four guns, a detachment of engineers

The Refuge for Female Convicts at Fulham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Refuge for Female Convicts at Fulham, [London], 1858. The inmates, ... though apparently left very much at liberty...are still under that degree of superintendence which

La vielle méthode, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
La vielle methode, 19th century. Teachers and Students - The old method

'Stokers for the British Navy--Some episodes in the Training of Recruits, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Stokers for the British Navy--Some episodes in the Training of Recruits, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Young girls seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Young girls seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?)

Children seated in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Children seated in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

Girls and boys seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Girls and boys seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?)

Boys and girls seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Boys and girls seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?)

Girls and boys seated at desks in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Girls and boys seated at desks in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

Encampment of the Rifle Brigade, at Constantinople - from a daguerreotype by J. Robertson, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Encampment of the Rifle Brigade, at Constantinople - from a daguerreotype by J. Robertson, 1854. Scene from the Crimean War: British soldiers in Turkey

The Inspection, 1833. Creator: Auguste Raffet
The Inspection, 1833

School Gymnastics, 1909. Creator: Nikolai Georgievich Katanaev
School Gymnastics, 1909. This image is from Tipy kazakov: Sibirskie kazaki na sluzhbe i doma (Types of Cossacks: Siberian Cossacks on duty and at home), one of three albums depicting the territories

Dr. Hawtrey, the late Provost of Eton College, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Hawtrey, the late Provost of Eton College, 1862. Edward Craven Hawtrey attended the College as a boy from 1799, starting out as an Oppidan and then later becoming a King's Scholar in 1803

Coles Patent Whipping Machine for Flogging Naughty Boys in School (engraving)
670577 Coles Patent Whipping Machine for Flogging Naughty Boys in School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

27 Year old Eric Wildman has started a business by the name of Corpun Educational Supply. Co. In other words he supplies canes and birches to schools. 24th April 1947

27 Year old Eric A Wildman who has started a business by the name of " Corpun Educational Supply. Co. In other words he supplies canes abd birches to schools

Balancing Act
Hanna Lee Tidd

Der Struwwelpeter by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann
3782059 Der Struwwelpeter by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann; (add.info.: Der Struwwelpeter [Shock-headed Peter] by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann)

Der Struwwelpeter by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann
3782049 Der Struwwelpeter by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann; (add.info.: Der Struwwelpeter [Shock-headed Peter] by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann)

Der Struwwelpeter by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann
3782045 Der Struwwelpeter by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann; (add.info.: Der Struwwelpeter [Shock-headed Peter] by Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann)

A Holt of The Prisoners, 1861 (oil on canvas)
3931458 A Holt of The Prisoners, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Jacobi, Valeri Ivanovich (1834-1902); 99.7N...144.4 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

FA Charity Shield match at Wembley Stadium. Liverpool 1 v Leeds United 1. (Liverpool win on penalties). Peter Cormack of Liverpool puts his arm around Johnny Giles of Leeds after he has punched Kevin

FA Cup Semi-Final at Villa Park. Nottingham Forest 4 v West Ham United 0. West Hams Tony Gale holds his head in his hands as he is sent off by referee Keith Hackett in the 20th minute

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"Mastering the Art of Discipline: From Tickled Off to Triumph" Discipline, a virtue often misunderstood and underestimated, has been depicted in various forms throughout history. In Cecil Aldin's renowned painting "Ticked Off, " we witness the consequences of lacking discipline as chaos ensues. Similarly, George Studdy's masterpiece "His Broadcast Masters Voice" reminds us that discipline is essential for success in any field. However they can sometimes be misused or unjustly enforced, as seen in instances like "A Miscarriage of Justice. " It is crucial to strike a balance between maintaining order and ensuring fairness. Throughout British military and naval history, discipline played a pivotal role in shaping formidable forces. The strict codes upheld by soldiers and sailors exemplify the importance of obedience and respect within these institutions. Yet not all displays are serious affairs; some captivate with their colorful spectacle. The iconic Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace showcases both precision and grandeur—a testament to disciplined training. In sports too, discipline reigns supreme. As witnessed during an English League Division One match at Maine Road Manchester City 2 v Arsenal 0 or Goodison Park Everton 3 v Liverpool 1—teams with superior self-control emerge victorious over those who lack it. But let us not forget that true discipline extends beyond external factors—it begins within ourselves. Muriel Dawson's poignant artwork titled "In Disgrace" serves as a reminder that personal accountability lies at the core of self-discipline. As we navigate life's challenges, let us embrace the lessons from history's depictions of discipline—the need for structure without oppression, adherence without injustice—and strive towards mastering this art form ourselves. For it is through disciplined actions that we unlock our full potential and achieve greatness in every aspect of life.