Floss Collection

It is coming, Maggie! Tom said, in a deep hoarse voice, loosing the oars and clasping her (engraving)
725508 It is coming, Maggie! Tom said, in a deep hoarse voice, loosing the oars and clasping her (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It is coming, Maggie)

Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood
536965 Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood, They die in a close embrace

Aunt Clegg, one of Mrs Tulliver's sisters, looking over the goods in Bob Jakin's pack
536961 Aunt Clegg, one of Mrs Tulliver's sisters, looking over the goods in Bob Jakin's pack. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

An Indo Portuguese floor spread of couched yellow floss silk ground, with a central roundel depicting a pelican
1767179 An Indo Portuguese floor spread of couched yellow floss silk ground, with a central roundel depicting a pelican, peacocks and mermaids (silk); 170x262 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Teeth. Stones and Strings Watercolor Ink Painting.
Johan Liewendahl

Mrs Tulliver visiting lawyer Waken to ask him not to bid for Dorlcote Mill at the forthcoming auction
536953 Mrs Tulliver visiting lawyer Waken to ask him not to bid for Dorlcote Mill at the forthcoming auction. By Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Tom and Maggie Tulliver fishing in childhood It was one of their happy mornings
536949 Tom and Maggie Tulliver fishing in childhood It was one of their happy mornings. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Mr. Tulliver ordering Tom to write a bitter condemnation of lawyer Wakem in the front of the family Bible
536956 Mr. Tulliver ordering Tom to write a bitter condemnation of lawyer Wakem in the front of the family Bible. By Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Dorlcote Mill, the home of the Tulliver family. Late 19th century (book edition of The Mill on the Floss by George)
536945 Dorlcote Mill, the home of the Tulliver family. Late 19th century (book edition of The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot originally published 1860); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu), from the series "Eight Views of the...c. 1766
Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu), from the series "Eight Views of the Parlor (Zashiki hakkei)", c. 1766

Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu), from the series "Eight Views of the...c. 1766
Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu), from the series "Eight Views of the Parlor (Zashiki hakkei)", c. 1766

Milkweed, Asclepias syriaca
6337726 Milkweed, Asclepias syriaca by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Common milkweed, Asclepias syriaca, showing seed and floss)

What does this all mean, Mrs Tulliver? said Mr Wakem (engraving)
725507 What does this all mean, Mrs Tulliver? said Mr Wakem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: What does this all mean, Mrs Tulliver? said Mr Wakem)

She seized her oar and stood up, 1930s (colour litho)
2920154 She seized her oar and stood up, 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stephen sat down in the chair close to her, 1930s (colour litho)
2920153 Stephen sat down in the chair close to her, 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front cover, 1930s (colour litho)
2920148 Front cover, 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mill on the Floss published by Thomas Nelson & Sons circa 1930s William Rainey (1852-1936)

Meadow saxifrage, Saxifraga granulata. Sassifraga bianca. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy

A Mill Pool (w / c on paper)
DRE137500 A Mill Pool (w/c on paper) by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99); 27x22 cm; Private Collection; eDreweatt Neate Fine Art Auctioneers, Newbury, Berks, UK; English, out of copyright

Tom came running to stop Maggie from snatching her line away, 1930s (colour litho)
2920149 Tom came running to stop Maggie from snatching her line away, 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Aunt Glegg learns the breadth of Bobs thumb (engraving)
725505 Aunt Glegg learns the breadth of Bobs thumb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aunt Glegg learns the breadth of Bobs thumb)

It was one of their happy mornings (engraving)
725502 It was one of their happy mornings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It was one of their happy mornings)

Verse sampler, 1820 (silk on linen)
809052 Verse sampler, 1820 (silk on linen) by Ruth Titus (Haviland, Mrs Isaac E.) (1801-50); 41x43.8 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American

What am I to write father? said Tom (engraving)
725506 What am I to write father? said Tom (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: What am I to write father? said Tom)

Here, my dear, try if you can eat a bit of this (engraving)
725503 Here, my dear, try if you can eat a bit of this (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Here, my dear, try if you can eat a bit of this)

Mrs Tulliver shook her head, 1930s (colour litho)
2920152 Mrs Tulliver shook her head, 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mill on the Floss published by Thomas Nelson & Sons circa 1930s William)

Mr Tulliver visits his sister, 1930s (colour litho)
2920150 Mr Tulliver visits his sister, 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Here, Magsie, come and hear if I can say this". 1930s (colour litho)
2920151 " Here, Magsie, come and hear if I can say this". 1930s (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dorlcote Mill (engraving)
725504 Dorlcote Mill (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title page of The Mill on the Floss)

Maggie neared the Front of the House (litho)
1629085 Maggie neared the Front of the House (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maggie neared the Front of the House)

Japanese Macaque (Macaca fuscata) biting needles from tree branch while sitting in hot spring in Jigokudani, Japan, January

Plains Zebra, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
The profile of a feeding Plains Zebra (Equus quagga)

Floss Daisy & Fairy Dogs Barroness sic McClifford
Floss, Daisy & Fairy; Dogs of Barroness sic McClifford. Painted by Mrs. Pointer; Henry Pointer (British, 1822 - 1889); about 1865; Albumen silver print

Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood, They die in a close embrace

Maggie Tulliver in a boat
Maggie Tulliver, a character from George Eliots Mill on the Floss in a boat with an oar. Date: 19th Century

Evening Snow Nurioke series Eight Parlor Views
Artokoloro

Picture No. 10861574
Mainland Chilean selling candy floss in the capital township Hanga Roa, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile Date:

Tom and Maggie Tulliver fishing in childhood It was one of their happy mornings. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Dorlcote Mill, the home of the Tulliver family. Illustration from a late 19th century edition of The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot originally published 1860

Mrs Tulliver visiting lawyer Waken to ask him not to bid for Dorlcote Mill at the forthcoming auction. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Aunt Clegg, one of Mrs Tullivers sisters, looking over the goods in Bob Jakins pack. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Mr Tulliver ordering Tom to write a bitter condemnation of lawyer Wakem in the front of the family Bible. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Candy Floss Seller
People You See. Candy Floss Seller. From Teddy Bear (7 Sept (year unknown))

George Eliot / Cov Canal
GEORGE ELIOT (MARY ANN EVANS) Coventry Canal = Red Deeps in " The Mill on the Floss."

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"Floss: A Journey Through Time and Emotions" As the sun began to set, Tom's words echoed through the air, sending shivers down Maggie's spine. "It is coming, Maggie. " he exclaimed in a deep hoarse voice. The sound of oars being loosened and clasped added an eerie undertone to their impending adventure. Amidst this anticipation, they found themselves surrounded by the enchanting beauty of milkweed, also known as Asclepias syriaca. Its delicate presence seemed to hold secrets waiting to be unraveled. Perplexed by it all, Mrs Tulliver turned to Mr Wakem for answers. "What does this all mean?" she questioned with curiosity etched on her face. Their engraved encounter captured a moment filled with intrigue and mystery. In the midst of uncertainty, she seized her oar and stood up courageously. The vibrant colors of the 1930s lithograph portrayed her determination as she prepared herself for what lay ahead. Stephen quietly sat beside her, offering his support during this tumultuous journey through time. The color litho from that era showcased their unspoken connection amidst chaos. The front cover itself was a visual representation of what awaited them beyond its pages - a world brimming with possibilities and unknown adventures yet to be discovered. Amidst their travels, they stumbled upon meadow saxifrage - Saxifraga granulata - adding a touch of serenity amidst their turbulent voyage through time. A mill pool painted delicately on paper transported them into another realm altogether; its tranquil waters providing solace in moments when confusion threatened to overwhelm them both. Just as they thought they were safe from harm's way, Tom came running towards Maggie in haste. His colorful lithograph depicted his valiant effort to protect her from snatching away something precious - perhaps an artifact holding great significance? Meanwhile Aunt Glegg learned about the breadth of Bob's thumb, an engraving capturing a moment of unexpected revelation.