Red Handed Collection

Proboscis monkey, Nasalis larvatus 1, 2, king colobus, Colobus polykomos 3, brown-mantled tamarin
FLO4574429 Proboscis monkey, Nasalis larvatus 1, 2, king colobus, Colobus polykomos 3, brown-mantled tamarin, Saguinus fuscicollis 4, red-handed howler, Alouatta belzebul 5, pure-faced langur

Jack carves his name on a beam in the shop of his former employer
STC239046 Jack carves his name on a beam in the shop of his former employer, illustration from Jack Sheppard: A Romance by William Harrison Ainsworth, published 1839 (etching) by Cruikshank

Red-handed tamarin, Saguinus midas. Tamarin or great-eared monkey. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J. Pass after an illustration by George Edwards from Ebenezer Siblys Universal System of

Red-handed or golden-handed tamarin, Saguinus midas. Simia midas. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Joseph Kellner after an illustration by George Edwards from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers

Red-handed howler (coloured engraving)
976015 Red-handed howler (coloured engraving) by Pretre, Jean Gabriel (fl.1800-40) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red-handed howler.); © Look and Learn

Red Handed (colour litho)
726895 Red Handed (colour litho) by Kilburne, George Goodwin (1839-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red Handed, from the painting by George Goodwin Kilburne)

The Name on the Beam, illustration from Jack Sheppard
2655419 The Name on the Beam, illustration from Jack Sheppard: A Romance by William Harrison Ainsworth, published 1839 (hand coloured etching) by Cruikshank

Young boy caught by his mother stealing jam from the store cupboard (colour litho)
6000006 Young boy caught by his mother stealing jam from the store cupboard (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Red-Handed (chromolitho)
1056679 Red-Handed (chromolitho) by Kilburne, George Goodwin (1839-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red-Handed. Illustration for The Graphic)

Anne Boleyn Receives a Great Shock, c1934. Illustration showing an artists impression of Anne Boleyn, (the Queen) surprising her husband King Henry VIII with lady-in-waiting (and future queen)

Stern men with drawn swords closed in upon him, 1605, (1905). Artist: As Forrest
Stern men with drawn swords closed in upon him, 1605, (1905). The Gunpowder Plot; Guy Fawkes is discovered in the cellars of the Houses of Parliament

Shop-lifter Shop-lifting Shoplifter Shoplifting
A female shop-lifter is caught in the act. She had concealed lengths of lace beneath her clothes. After a work by John Collett, published in 1787

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"Red Handed: From Historical Revolts to Mischievous Monkeys, the Color of Guilt" This captivating collection of images takes us on a journey through various moments where being caught "red-handed" evokes a sense of intrigue and fascination. Starting with scenes from the Spanish-American War and the revolt in the Philippines, we witness black and white photographs that depict intense conflicts and struggles for independence. These powerful visuals remind us of how individuals can be caught red-handed in their pursuit of freedom. Shifting gears, we encounter Jack carving his name on a beam in his former employer's shop. The act itself may seem insignificant, but it symbolizes defiance and leaving an indelible mark behind - evidence that he was there. Our attention then turns to nature's vibrant creatures - the red-handed tamarin, red-faced spider monkey, and golden-handed tamarin. Their crimson-hued hands serve as both camouflage and identification within their habitats, and are not guilty per se but rather stand out as unique beings amidst lush greenery. As we delve deeper into this visual narrative, floods around Paris capture our gaze. The swirling waters reflect a state of chaos where people find themselves unexpectedly caught off guard by nature's relentless force - truly caught red-handed against their will. The mischievousness continues with depictions of young boys stealing jam from store cupboards while being apprehended by watchful mothers. These colorful lithographs bring forth childhood memories tinged with guilt yet laced with innocence - acts committed impulsively without fully understanding consequences. Intriguingly titled artworks like "Red-Handed" or "Anne Boleyn Receives a Great Shock" transport us to historical events shrouded in mystery and scandalous revelations. We imagine Anne Boleyn discovering shocking truths or characters being exposed for their misdeeds – all captured vividly through artistry. Ultimately, this compilation reminds us that being caught "red-handed" encompasses a wide spectrum of emotions and circumstances.