Rescuing Collection (page 6)

Chivalry, 1885 (oil on canvas)
1767284 Chivalry, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Dicksee, Frank (1853-1928); 182.7x136.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Brave Hannes (coloured engraving)
979153 Brave Hannes (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brave Hannes.); © Look and Learn

Brainard and Christiansen succoring Elison, Lynn, and Frederick, pub. London 1886 (engraving)
955550 Brainard and Christiansen succoring Elison, Lynn, and Frederick, pub. London 1886 (engraving) by Steeple Davis, J. (1844-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Violette and Ourson, illustration for Ourson from Les Nouveaux Contes de Fees by Comtesse de Segur (1799-1874)
XIR287749 Violette and Ourson, illustration for Ourson from Les Nouveaux Contes de Fees by Comtesse de Segur (1799-1874) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore

Perseus and Andromeda (oil on canvas)
475534 Perseus and Andromeda (oil on canvas) by Matteis, Paolo de (1662-1728) (circle of); 127.9x101.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

St. George and the Dragon (polychrome wood)
NUL288036 St. George and the Dragon (polychrome wood) by French School, (15th century); Chapelle Notre-Dame de Quelven, Guern, Brittany

St. George and the Dragon, from a polyptych, 1469 (tempera on panel) (see also 215995)
XIR215997 St. George and the Dragon, from a polyptych, 1469 (tempera on panel) (see also 215995) by Tura, Cosimo (1430-95); Duomo, Ferrara, Italy; (add.info.: St)

Missal of St. George of Topusko, 15th-16th century (vellum)
XIR212961 Missal of St. George of Topusko, 15th-16th century (vellum) by Croatian School; Zagreb Cathedral, Croatia

A tailless monkey asks a fox for some of his tail. Ape and fox. 1811 (etching)
7235837 A tailless monkey asks a fox for some of his tail. Ape and fox. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A tailless monkey asks a fox for some of his tail. Ape and fox)

A crane puts its head into a wolfs mouth. 1811 (etching)
7235851 A crane puts its head into a wolfs mouth. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A crane puts its head into a wolfs mouth to remove a bone stuck in its throat)

A wounded wolf under a tree asks a sheep for water. 1811 (etching)
7235822 A wounded wolf under a tree asks a sheep for water. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A wounded wolf under a tree asks a sheep for water. Sheep and the hunted wolf)

The Storm, ca. 1750-1800. Creator: Elisabeth Cousinet Lempereur
The Storm, ca. 1750-1800

Eighth View of Italy, ca. 1770. Creator: Isidore-Stanislas Helman
Eighth View of Italy, ca. 1770

Scene at the Relief of Lucknow, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Scene at the Relief of Lucknow, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

A nun spoon-feeding a man from a large bowl, 17th century. 1803 (engraving)
7233079 A nun spoon-feeding a man from a large bowl, 17th century. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info.: A nun spoon-feeding a man from a large bowl)

The Knight of the Swan (colour litho)
STC312592 The Knight of the Swan (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C. (d.1945) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Lifeboat of "The Mary of Denmark"Rescuing Hawker and Grieve (colour litho)
3105247 The Lifeboat of " The Mary of Denmark" Rescuing Hawker and Grieve (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info)

Loki and Sigyn (colour litho)
7173307 Loki and Sigyn (colour litho) by Doepler, Carl Emil (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loki and Sigyn. Illustration from Walhall, die Gotterwelt der Germanen)

Perseus and Andromeda, (oil on lapis lazuli)
990354 Perseus and Andromeda, (oil on lapis lazuli) by Cesari, Giuseppe (Cavalier d Arpino) (1568-1640); 15.5x22.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Perseus and Andromeda)

Private Ross Tollerton winning the Victoria Cross, 14 September 1914 (colour litho)
976451 Private Ross Tollerton winning the Victoria Cross, 14 September 1914 (colour litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Down from the height of the air fell Perseus (colour litho)
STC445077 Down from the height of the air fell Perseus (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front cover to an edition of La Conquete de Plassans by Emile Zola (1840-1902) c. 1910 (colour litho)
CHT170440 Front cover to an edition of La Conquete de Plassans by Emile Zola (1840-1902) c.1910 (colour litho) by Lobel-Riche

Ships Foundering off a Rocky Coast, c. 1657-1701 (oil on canvas)
7240829 Ships Foundering off a Rocky Coast, c.1657-1701 (oil on canvas) by Mulier, Pieter (known as Tempesta) (1637-1701) (follower of); 78x109 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire

Mr and Mrs Jones embrace in a dining room, 18th century. 1791 (engraving)
7234858 Mr and Mrs Jones embrace in a dining room, 18th century. 1791 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info)

The unfair war, the Austrians fire on a priest, doctors and wounded bearers... (colour litho)
2815771 The unfair war, the Austrians fire on a priest, doctors and wounded bearers... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The unfair war)

Heroism in an Italian steamer, a captain who drops into an infected hold to save two... (colour litho)
2815641 Heroism in an Italian steamer, a captain who drops into an infected hold to save two... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Perseus Rescuing Andromeda, 1594 / 95 (oil on panel)
877402 Perseus Rescuing Andromeda, 1594/95 (oil on panel) by Cesari, Giuseppe (Cavalier d Arpino) (1568-1640); 52.5x38 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA

Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, 1922 (pochoir)
2561830 Illustration from Les Chansons de Bilitis, 1922 (pochoir) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

I dare thee but to breathe upon my love, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Act V Scene 4
STC308580 I dare thee but to breathe upon my love, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Act V Scene 4, illustration from Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb, 1905 (colour litho) by Price

How Private Ross Tollerton won the VC, illustration from Deeds That Thrill The Empire, published by Hutchinson & Co. c
IL352843 How Private Ross Tollerton won the VC, illustration from Deeds That Thrill The Empire, published by Hutchinson & Co

Stephen rescues Prince Henry of Scotland at Ludlow, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c
STC363643 Stephen rescues Prince Henry of Scotland at Ludlow, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Stewart

Winter Work for the Cowboys (colour litho)
7148380 Winter Work for the Cowboys (colour litho) by Marchand, John Norval (1875-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter Work for the Cowboys)

Frederick Barbarossa asking Henry the Lion for his help against the Lombard League, 1176 (engraving)
7157353 Frederick Barbarossa asking Henry the Lion for his help against the Lombard League, 1176 (engraving) by Foltz, Philipp (1805-77); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scene from The Swiss Family Robinson: bringing the animals from the wreck (chromolitho)
5996921 Scene from The Swiss Family Robinson: bringing the animals from the wreck (chromolitho) by Maplestone, Florence (fl.1891); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from The Swiss Family Robinson)

The Nile Expedition 1884-1885: the Naval Brigade under Lord Charles Beresford rescuing Sir Charles Wilson
6030875 The Nile Expedition 1884-1885: the Naval Brigade under Lord Charles Beresford rescuing Sir Charles Wilson, February 1885 (photogravure) by Stewart

Safety First, from The Labour of Women, 1924 (wood engraving)
1631658 Safety First, from The Labour of Women, 1924 (wood engraving) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Perseus & Andromeda, 18th century (engraving)
6199597 Perseus & Andromeda, 18th century (engraving) by Cars, Laurent (1699-1771); 33.2x26.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: After Francois Lemoyne (Paris, 1688 - Paris)

St. George and the Dragon (oil on canvas)
CH402321 St. George and the Dragon (oil on canvas) by Meteyard, Sidney (1868-1947); 110.5x112.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

He drew her and the baby safe upon a ledge of rock (colour litho)
STC445073 He drew her and the baby safe upon a ledge of rock (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Passage du Ruisseau (engraving)
7194587 Le Passage du Ruisseau (engraving) by Yeames, William Frederick (1835-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Passage du Ruisseau)

The ruthless consequences, peasants who in Alsace light bonfires in the battlefields to... (colour litho)
2815680 The ruthless consequences, peasants who in Alsace light bonfires in the battlefields to... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Saved (engraving)
961428 Saved (engraving) by Bohrdt, Hans (1857-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saved. Engraving after an original painting by Hans Bohrdt (1892)

In the mud of the Somme (bronze)
XIR341962 In the mud of the Somme (bronze) by Broquet, Gaston (1880-1947); Jardin du Val de Grace, Paris, France; (add.info)

Launching a lifeboat, 1880s (colour litho)
3245359 Launching a lifeboat, 1880s (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Rescued from the sea
Vintage engraving of a scene from the Adventures of Baron Munchausen, illustrated by Gustave Dore. Rescued from the sea

Dog rescuing a baby from a fire (chromolitho)
7157174 Dog rescuing a baby from a fire (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dog rescuing a baby from a fire)

Dog helping to find a woman lost in the snow (chromolitho)
7157169 Dog helping to find a woman lost in the snow (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dog helping to find a woman lost in the snow)

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In the face of danger, heroes emerge to rescue those in need. A brave fireman fearlessly rushes into a blazing inferno, risking his own life to save a young girl trapped inside. The flames lick at his heels as he carries her to safety, embodying the true essence of heroism. Across stormy seas, Grace Darling and her father row tirelessly through treacherous waters to rescue stranded sailors. Their unwavering determination and selflessness shine brightly amidst the crashing waves, reminding us that even ordinary individuals can become extraordinary heroes. Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse stands tall among his comrades on the battlefield, displaying unparalleled courage during World War I. With bullets whizzing past him, he fearlessly tends to wounded soldiers with unwavering dedication and compassion. From above, a Wessex helicopter descends upon tumultuous waters to pluck a survivor from certain peril. The deafening roar of the rotor blades is drowned out by cheers of relief as they hoist the individual up towards safety – a testament to human ingenuity and bravery. In Flanders' muddy trenches during World War I, British soldiers rally together not only for their fellow men but also for an unlikely companion - rescuing a horse from an unforgiving ditch. In this act of compassion amidst chaos, humanity triumphs over war's brutality. Grace Darling once again proves her mettle as she bravely tends to her duties as lighthouse keeper's daughter. Guiding lost souls away from treacherous shores becomes second nature for this remarkable woman who embodies resilience and strength. Colonel Redvers Buller charges forward in battle against Zulu warriors in 1879's Zulu War at Inhlobane. Amidst fierce fighting and overwhelming odds stacked against them, Colonel Buller leads his troops with unwavering resolve - exemplifying leadership under extreme circumstances.