Enquiring Collection

The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. She has gone on with Mr Henchard, you say, 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. She has gone on with Mr Henchard, you say, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Il y a recevoir et recevoir. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho)
3100596 Il y a recevoir et recevoir. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Il y a recevoir et recevoir)

Illustration from Life of an Actor, by Pierce Egan
STC425554 Illustration from Life of an Actor, by Pierce Egan, published 1825 (colour engraving) by Lane, Theodore (1800-28); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Le bon chef de gare (colour litho)
3097811 Le bon chef de gare (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le bon chef de gare. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 17 July 1904.); © Look and Learn

Two Travellers Asking for Directions, Totsuka, Tokaido (woodblock print)
LMG144585 Two Travellers Asking for Directions, Totsuka, Tokaido (woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); 11.8x16.6 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

Herod enquiring of the wise men (colour litho)
6016296 Herod enquiring of the wise men (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herod enquiring of the wise men)

Man asking "How are you?"(colour litho)
6030978 Man asking " How are you?" (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man asking " How are you)

At the travel agent (chromolitho)
1093878 At the travel agent (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the travel agent)

"Constable, how do you feel?"(engraving)
979258 " Constable, how do you feel?" (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Constable, how do you feel?")

Punch cartoon: Supply and Demand - scene in an antiques shop (engraving)
6035002 Punch cartoon: Supply and Demand - scene in an antiques shop (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Various Valentines (engraving)
1043976 Various Valentines (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Various Valentines)

WW1 - What did you do in the Great War, Daddy?
Child: " And is the War really over, Daddy? Father: " Practically, My Boy." Child: " Then may I ask you a question about it which I couldn t ask till it WAS over

Policeman giving directions
A London policeman giving directions to a member of the public in a crowded street. Date: 1871

Young woman with raised index finger in studio, (B&W), portrait

Couple applying for mortgage, talking to clerk (B&W)

Circular discussion concerning the catch of the day
" Did yer Father cotch ony fish?" " yes." " Was they Biggins?" " They was bigger than the Little uns." " How big was the Little uns

Little girl amazed at condition of her Grandfathers book
" Grandpa, didn t you tell me Aesops Fables were written thousands of yers ago?" " Yes, my dear." " My Word! But you have kept the book clean!" Date: 1901

A French Gentleman enquires after the health of an idiot
A smart French Gentleman enquires after the health of an obvious idiot. " Vat as been ze mattare? Zey tell me you af not ad ze good ealths

Old Man enquires to Phil May about becoming a model
Brother Brushes - humorous part-self-portrait drawing by Phil May of an old chap enquiring if the artist wanted " a Muddle, Sir?" !! Date: 1890s

Lady in the Bath - Provocative
A rather saucy card showing a lady in the bath with the tagline: Why don t you come up an see me sometime? Date: circa 1940s

British soldier asks directions - Egypt
A British Tommy asks a rather disgruntled Egyptian Policeman for directions: " Please, mate, where is Nouzha Garden?"

Royal Bengal Tiger enquiring, Ranthambhor National Park, India
JR-1065 Royal Bengal Tiger Ranthambhor National Park, India. Panthera tigris Jagdeep Rajput Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Lively Child / Tired Mum
A lively and inquisitive child tires her mother, who longs for a bit of peace and quiet, but doesn t like to check the enquiring mind

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"Enquiring: Exploring the Curiosity of the Past and Present" In this captivating collection, we delve into the art of enquiring, where questions unravel stories that span across time and cultures. From poignant moments in history to everyday encounters, these diverse illustrations evoke a sense of curiosity that transcends boundaries. The haunting question "What did you do in the Great War, Daddy?" echoes through generations as we glimpse a heart-wrenching scene from World War I. A child's innocent inquiry reveals the weight carried by those who fought for their countries. Transported to 1902 Paris, an enchanting illustration from Le Pele-Mele captures the essence of receiving and being received. Vibrant colors dance on lithographic paper, inviting us to ponder upon connections formed through gestures both grand and subtle. Turning our attention to The Life of an Actor by Pierce Egan, we witness an actor's introspective gaze amidst applause-filled nights. This image reminds us that even performers yearn for genuine understanding beyond their stage personas. Le bon chef de gare beckons us with its vivid hues depicting travelers seeking directions at a bustling train station. In Totsuka on Tokaido woodblock print, two wanderers navigate foreign lands while politely asking locals for guidance—a reminder that exploration often begins with humble inquiries. Herod enquiring of the wise men transports us back to biblical times when kings sought answers from sages. The colorful lithograph invites contemplation about power dynamics and wisdom-seeking throughout history. A simple yet profound query—"How are you?"—is captured in a charming color lithograph where one person genuinely seeks connection with another. It serves as a gentle reminder of our shared humanity and desire for meaningful interactions. At the travel agent's office depicted in chromolitho form, eager adventurers seek advice before embarking on new journeys—an embodiment of how questions can shape our experiences beyond mere destinations. An engraving titled "Constable, how do you feel.