First Steps Collection

Africa, Botswana, Moremi Wildlife Reserve, group of Hippos (Hippopotamus amphibius) standing at edge of water, young animal standing in water

Portrait of a young Badger (Meles meles)

Title-page illustration for The Golden Primer (colour litho)
7183647 Title-page illustration for The Golden Primer (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title-page illustration for The Golden Primer, Part II)

Page from The Golden Primer (colour litho)
7183637 Page from The Golden Primer (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Golden Primer, Part I)

Title-page illustration for The Golden Primer (colour litho)
7183631 Title-page illustration for The Golden Primer (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title-page illustration for The Golden Primer, Part I)

Page from The Golden Primer (colour litho)
7183656 Page from The Golden Primer (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Golden Primer, Part II)

Page from The Golden Primer (colour litho)
7183641 Page from The Golden Primer (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Golden Primer, Part I)

Ladies Coaxing Baby to Walk, n. d. Creator: Hablot Knight Browne
Ladies Coaxing Baby to Walk, n.d

Pictorial plate depicting a cottage interior scene with mother
473288 Pictorial plate depicting a cottage interior scene with mother, two young girls and an infant taking her first steps, Florence, c.1900-10 (pietra dura) by Montelatici

The First Steps (oil on canvas)
476705 The First Steps (oil on canvas) by Zampighi, Eugenio (1859-1944); 56.4x74.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

First Steps (oil on canvas)
1769804 First Steps (oil on canvas) by Torriglia, Giovanni-Battista (1858-1937); 73x109.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: First Steps. Giovanni Battista Torriglia (1858-1937). Oil on canvas

Home to the Family, 1852 (oil on canvas)
COG62642 Home to the Family, 1852 (oil on canvas) by Rossiter, Thomas Pritchard (1816-71); 61x86.4 cm; Private Collection; Cooley Gallery, Old Lyme, Connecticut, USA; American, out of copyright

First Steps (colour litho)
3648853 First Steps (colour litho) by Kelly, Robert George Talbot (1861-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: First Steps)

First Steps (engraving)
2786926 First Steps (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First Steps. Illustration for Chatterbox (1882). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

The Modern "Tommy Atkins"(engraving)
1054858 The Modern " Tommy Atkins" (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Modern " Tommy Atkins")

The First Steps, 1878 (oil on canvas)
989913 The First Steps, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Bridgman, Frederick Arthur (1847-1928); 39.4x55.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Steps. Frederick Arthur Bridgman (1847-1928)

The First Steps, (oil on canvas laid on board)
658645 The First Steps, (oil on canvas laid on board) by Zampighi, Eugenio (1859-1944); 56x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Steps. Eugenio Zampighi (1859-1944)

The Virgin and St. Anne Teaching The Infant Saviour To Walk, c1470. Of Flemish origin. From The Connoisseur Volume 104. [Otto Limited, London, 1939]

Illustration of adult zebra and baby zebra

First Steps 1858-1866 Jean-Francois Millet
First Steps, c. 1858-1866. Jean-Francois Millet (French, 1814-1875). Black chalk and pastel; sheet: 29.5 x 45.9 cm (11 5/8 x 18 1/16 in.); secondary support: 36 x 50.9 cm (14 3/16 x 20 1/16 in.)

Fluffy yellow chick (Gallus gallus), side view

Parade of five baby ducklings, one slightly behind

Two baby ducklings emerging from broken egg shells

Boy (18-24 months) learning to walk, (B&W)

A small brown kitten walking well

Africa, Kenya, Masai Mara, Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus), mother and two calves walking side by side through grassland, side view

Standing two week-old Foal (Equus caballus), side view

Hamster emerging from cardboard box, front view

3-week-old puppy walking, side view

A two-week-old fox cub (Vulpes vulpes) on all fours

A ginger and white kitten walking

Litter of newborn piglets, three of them facing forward

Four-week old ginger tabby kitten (Felis silvestris catus) walking, side view

Red-legged partridge (Alectoris rufa) chick walking, rear view

Australia, Northern Territory, Conways Cattle Station, calf walking on dirt road

A brown and yellow feathered gosling

A kitten walking tail raised for balance

Two lambs (Ovis aries) standing together behind half-open wooden gate

One week old light-brown foal (Equus caballus), standing

Two light-brown foals (Equus caballus) standing next to each other, one bending its head down, the other looking at camera

Wood Duck chick (Aix sponsa), standing with its beak open

Plover chick (Charadriidae) standing, side view

An ostrich chick standing with one foot raised

Calf beginning to walk, side view

Baby Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) standing straight, looking at camera, mother animal partly visible in background

Grey kitten (Felis catus) walking, side view

Brown tortoiseshell kitten (Felis catus), side view

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"Embarking on a Journey: First Steps into the Wilds of Botswana" In the heart of Africa's enchanting Botswana, within the captivating Moremi Wildlife Reserve, a group of majestic Hippos stand at the edge of crystal-clear waters. Their imposing presence symbolizes strength and resilience as they take their first steps into another day. Amidst this grand spectacle, a young Hippopotamus ventures into the water with cautious determination. Its innocent eyes gleam with curiosity and anticipation as it discovers its own path in this vast wilderness. Just like this young animal, we too must find our footing in uncharted territories. As we turn to another page in life's golden primer, we encounter diverse wonders that shape our journey. A portrait captures the essence of a young Badger - an emblematic creature known for its tenacity and resourcefulness. It reminds us that even small steps can lead to great accomplishments. The title-page illustration further entices us with vibrant colors and intricate details from The Golden Primer - an allegory for embarking on new beginnings. Each page holds valuable lessons waiting to be learned; each stroke guiding us towards growth and self-discovery. Within these pages lies inspiration drawn from everyday scenes - mothers coaxing babies to walk or pictorial plates depicting cozy cottage interiors filled with warmth and love. These images remind us that support from loved ones is essential when taking those crucial first steps towards independence. Yet beyond mere illustrations lie real-life masterpieces like "The First Steps. " Painted on canvas, it immortalizes tender moments where parents witness their child's initial strides towards autonomy – capturing both vulnerability and boundless potential within one frame. Just as artists skillfully portray these milestones through brushstrokes, so too must we embrace every opportunity for personal growth fearlessly. For it is through these initial steps that we embark upon transformative journeys – discovering ourselves amidst nature's grandeur or within our own hearts' desires.