Realise Collection

Bravery at Wattignies
At WATTIGNIES, a drummer-boy named Sthrau beats his drum, making the Austrians think they are surrounded. When they realise their mistake, they kill the juvenile hero

Sitting on Volcano
The Allied leaders are so busy looking elsewhere for danger, they don t realise that they are sitting on a volcano (reference to the Versailles peace negotiations)

A Nice Conclusion, by William Heath Robinson, WW1
Cartoon, A Nice Conclusion, by William Heath Robinson, First World War. Enemy aviator (beginning to realise) -- Himmel! Surely I the zone of fire approaching be. circa 1918

The Bishops Dilemma (engraving)
1050828 The Bishops Dilemma (engraving) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bishops Dilemma)

A Mysterious Disappearance (engraving)
1603456 A Mysterious Disappearance (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mysterious Disappearance. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 August 1892)

Sport in South Africa (chromolitho)
1062371 Sport in South Africa (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport in South Africa)

An androcles of to-day, the king of beasts in his true colours (litho)
959137 An androcles of to-day, the king of beasts in his true colours (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: An androcles of to-day, the king of beasts in his true colours)

Polluted London Water
THE CITY NARCISSUS Punch accuses Londons officials of being too self-satisfied to realise the danger to the the citys health from the polluted water of the Thames Date: 1849

Surely I must be approaching the zone of fire
Flying. Enemy Aviator (beginning to realise) Himmel ! Surely I the zone of fire approaching be. Or the English version - Aviator (beginning to realise) Surely I must be approaching the zone of fire

Tircis and Amaranth
TIRCIS AND AMARANTH The young man Tircis speaks of love to Amaranth, but in doing so makes her realise she loves another

The great railway strike, Stratford
Deserted railway track at Stratford. The station was at a standstill during the great railway strike. The strike took place in the last two weeks of September 1919

Wizard of Oz / House
Dorothy and Toto realise that their house has landed on top of the wicked Witch of the East. Only her feet remain

Tunnel under Channel ?
One day it may be possible to realise the age-old dream of a tunnel beneath the English channel, providing a direct high-speed link between France and the off-shore island

The Politician
A short-sighted politician is so caught up in his newspaper he does not realise that his candle has set fire to the brim of his tricorne hat

Elizabeth Butler Photo
LADY ELIZABETH BUTLER (nee Thompson) artist who won instant fame with The roll call, a military subject which made Ruskin realise women, too, could paint

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"Realise: Unveiling the Depths of Courage and Discovery" Bravery at Wattignies, Sitting on Volcano, A Nice Conclusion by William Heath Robinson - these captivating images from different eras remind us that life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. The Bishops Dilemma and A Mysterious Disappearance engraving leave us pondering the complexities of human existence. Sport in South Africa brings vibrancy to our lives, showcasing the joy of competition and unity. An Androcles of today reveals the true colors of strength within ourselves, just like the king of beasts. Polluted London Water serves as a stark reminder that we must confront environmental challenges for a better future. As we flip through Symbols and Metaphors by Cynicus, each page unfolds new layers of meaning, urging us to delve deeper into our own perceptions. And amidst it all, one phrase echoes persistently - "Surely I must be approaching the zone of fire. " It reminds us that realization often comes when we are on the brink; when we face adversity head-on. In this collection lies an invitation to embrace bravery in every facet of life – whether it's battling on a battlefield or sitting atop personal volcanoes. Let these glimpses into history inspire you to realize your own potential for growth and self-discovery.