Rewarded Collection (page 7)

Ideal and Real : William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), as Secretary of State for War as he might be seen by the Germans, and how he really was

William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his fathers newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books

William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his fathers newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books

Bravery rewarded. Date c1878

Industry Rewarded
The reign of Louis XVI sees important advances in agriculture : a farmer from Tonnerre receives a medal from le marechal de Vaux for his achievements. Date: 1789

Ivanowitch Komissarow, a young Russian peasant who, whilst walking to a chapel for prayer, apprehended a would-be assassin of the Emperor of Russia.The Emperor was keen to express his gratitude to

Jesus Seen by Lasalle
While Jean-Baptiste La Salle is visiting the poor, he is rewarded with a vision of Jesus : subsequently he will be further rewarded by being declared a saint Date: circa 1665

Child spanker / W H Robinson
A neat apparatus for punishing a child without hurting its feelings! The child is suspended, backside protruding while a mechanical hand, or four to be precise

Two children on a wall by Florence Hardy
Patience Rewarded. Two children sit on a wall infront of the sea eating buiscuits

The Bite
Cartoon, The Bite. A striking example of how patience is sometimes rewarded in angling circles. A bird takes the bait from a man fishing

Holly Seller Rewarded
The holly seller is rewarded with a drink and a mince pie even though he is trampling snow into the carpet

Village Choir, New Year
Celebrating New Year in an English village : the village choir perform at the Squires house, and are rewarded with a glass of punch

Divine Protection
Faith is rewarded with protection from on high

China / Worker Rewarded
An industrious worker in a factory is rewarded with a flag. He is congratulated by his colleagues

China / Commune & Flag
An industrious commune is rewarded with a flag

Sleeping Beggar Rewarded
A Frenchwoman drops a coin into the hat of a sleeping beggar, whose dog looks up at her inquisitively

Robert Cecil Salisbury
ROBERT CECIL, earl of SALISBURY - statesman instrumental in setting James I on the English throne, for which he was comfortably rewarded. - with his autograph Date: 1563 - 1612

Attendance Certificate
Miriam Inglesant of West Hartlepool, county Durham, didn t miss a single days schooling 1904-1905, for which she was rewarded with this decorative certificate

Hotel Porter
A hotel porter escorts a woman (elegantly clad in a woollen afternoon ensemble by Jean Patou) to her taxi, an onerous task for which he will expect to be handsomely rewarded

Vanity Fair / Virtue Rewrd
Virtue rewarded, a booth in Vanity Fair

Wassail [Foster]
Carol singers, having done their stuff, are rewarded with the wassail bowl

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"Rewarded: Celebrating Triumphs and Recognizing Excellence" In the timeless Parable of the Talents, a masterpiece by an unknown artist in 1884, we witness the concept of being rewarded for one's abilities. This captivating oil on canvas painting reminds us that our talents should be nurtured and utilized to their fullest potential. Fast forward to the exhilarating Milan Automobile Week, where competitors depart for the Italian Grand Prix Vetturette. The thrill of racing is not only about speed but also about pushing oneself to the limit and reaping the rewards of hard work and dedication. History tells tales of Pope Alex VI being rewarded for his service to faith. His devotion earned him recognition, reminding us that acts of kindness and righteousness can lead to well-deserved accolades. The Panathenaic prize amphora from ancient Greece symbolizes victory in athletic competitions. It serves as a reminder that those who strive relentlessly are often rewarded with honor and glory. Venice distributing honors through a magnificent fresco captures moments when individuals were acknowledged for their contributions. It teaches us that recognizing achievements fosters motivation and inspires others to reach greater heights. A powerful image shows Kaiser giving iron crosses to aviators during World War I, highlighting how bravery in battle was duly rewarded. Such medals serve as tangible symbols of valorous deeds performed under extraordinary circumstances. Captain Rostron's receipt of the American Cross of Honour after rescuing survivors from Titanic showcases how heroic actions are met with gratitude and appreciation. Rewards like these remind us that selflessness can touch lives profoundly. Even seemingly small acts deserve recognition - illustrated by "The Wooden Pin, " where a little duck gets its paw stuck in a clothespin but ultimately finds help. This charming illustration teaches us that even minor assistance can be rewarding both for those involved and those witnessing such kindness. Humorously depicted in "A Good Joke, " two fish hook a pan instead of catching fish themselves.