Rules Collection

Hobbes / Leviathan / Frontis
LEVIATHAN : Frontispiece to the first edition, representing the spiritual and temporal power united in the person of the King, and ruling over the whole earth

British National Anthem - Rule Britannia - a British patriotic song, originating from the poem " Rule, Britannia" by James Thomson and set to music by Thomas Arne in 1740. Date: 1905

Sport / Boxing / Rules / 1743
The first rules of boxing, published August 16th, 1743

National Air Safety Committee Poster
Poster, National Air Safety Committee, providing instructions to new pilots -- please help to keep flying safe. 1933

Rules to be Observed by a Victorian Family -- a typical summary of Victorian values, with advice including: Waste Not, Want Not; Do everything at its proper time; Be punctual, be regular

Scotland vs. England Football Match, 1872
Illustrations from the Scotland vs. England Friendly of 30th November 1872, played at West of Scotland Cricket Club Ground, Partick, near Glasgow

H. G. Wells playing Little Wars
H.G.Wells playing Little Wars. His book of the same name, published in 1913, described a set of rules for playing with toy soldiers

Ladies Kennel Association Championship Show. these elegant Borzois (Dogs) settle
Ladies Kennel Association Championship Show. These elegant Borzois (Dogs) settle themselves for brief siesta alongside the No Parking sign outside Olympia, London

The Rules of Life by H. M. Bateman
A baby in a highchair is presented with a long list of rules for life by a queue of influential people including his nurse, his parents, teacher, police officer, judge and vicar. Date: 1930

List of School Rules
A list of 12 school rules of the Haberdashers Askes School for Girls, Hatcham including the penalty for unmaidenly conduct. You have been warned!

Essendon F. C
Essendon F.C. Australian rules football club team of 1909

Boxing / Jack Broughton
English boxer; third heavyweight champion of England (? - 1750); operated a boxing school and arena, London (1742-89); invented boxing rules and gloves

A Game of Football in the Streets of London, c. 1314
Illustration of a game of football being played in the streets of London during the 14th century. Football of this time, played without rules in narrow medieval streets

Jain cosmological map, 19th century. Titled Manusyaloka ( map of the world of man ), this artwork shows the world according to the cosmological traditions of Jainism, an ancient religion of India

Albemarle and Sassacus
In the North Carolina sounds, Confederate ram Albemarle rules the waves : she survives ramming by the Sassacus but will be sunk by a torpedo attack later in the year

Ancient astronomy tools
5311792 Ancient astronomy tools; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting ancient astronomy tools used in measuring the meridian passage of a passing body, and the rules for taking altitudes)

The rules and conditions for admission to workhouses
5307850 The rules and conditions for admission to workhouses.; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the tightened rules and conditions for admission to workhouses in the 1860s. Dated 19th century)

Student attempting to smuggle a woman in a basket into his rooms at college
FLO4618844 Student attempting to smuggle a woman in a basket into his rooms at college. Capping a Proctor, or Oxford Bulldogs detecting Brazen Smugglers

The unrecognised visitor, Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses, 1860
3479510 The unrecognised visitor, Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses, 1860; (add.info.: Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s)

Snake game rules
2911695 Snake game rules; (add.info.: Snake game rules. Published between 1840 and 1860. Wood engraving, hand-coloured. Print showing a game board with red, gold, and blue spaces)

Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s, 1860
3479508 Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s, 1860; (add.info.: Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s)

The new Casino fan, late 18th century
BAL1214 The new Casino fan, late 18th century; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK.

Moses Receives the Ten Commandments, 1400-1404. Creator: Unknown
Moses Receives the Ten Commandments, 1400-1404. Page from "Tafel van den Kersten Ghelove" (Handbook of the Christian Faith) by Dutch Dominican theologian Dirc van Delf

Dites donc, M'sieu Colimard... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Dites donc, M'sieu Colimard... 19th century. News: Tell me, Monsieur Colimard, is it true that the government is going to force all journalists to wear a uniform

Esquisse pour la mairie de Clichy : Allégorie du mariage (plafond de la salle des... 1877 — 1878)
Esquisse pour la mairie de Clichy : Allegorie du mariage (plafond de la salle des mariages), 1877 -- 1878. Ceiling design

On the outskirts of a modern Oklahoma City within sight of its gleaming skyscrapers, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
On the outskirts of a modern Oklahoma City within sight of its gleaming skyscrapers. The rent, one dollar, is collected by the city and the health officer is in charge, although there is no sanitation

Il est défendu de fumer, mais vous pouvez vous asseoir, 1834. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Il est defendu de fumer, mais vous pouvez vous asseoir, 1834

Christ with the Disciples in the Corn-Field... 1850. Creator: Unknown
Christ with the Disciples in the Corn-Field - painted by Henry Warren - Exhibition of the New Society of Painters in Water-Colours [in London], 1850. Painting by...Mr

Going to Klondyke, 1897. Creator: May Bloom
Going to Klondyke, 1897. The Klondike Gold Rush of 1898 was one of the largest gold frenzies in history. Tens of thousands of prospectors from around the world streamed north to Alaska

Dr. Hawtrey, the late Provost of Eton College, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Hawtrey, the late Provost of Eton College, 1862. Edward Craven Hawtrey attended the College as a boy from 1799, starting out as an Oppidan and then later becoming a King's Scholar in 1803

The ungentle shepherdess, A scene at the edge of the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London (b / w photo)
5998537 The ungentle shepherdess, A scene at the edge of the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Kitchen rules at Muhammad Alis (aka Cassius Clay) training camp in Deer Lake Pennsylvania. Rules written by his mother Odessa who prepared Alis food. 20th January 1974

Muhammad Ali at his training camp in Deer Lake Pennsylanvia. ahead of his rematch with Joe Frazier 20th January 1974

Comic Postcard - Golfing Humour - One Down
Comic Postcard - " Wasn t I two up at the last hole, Caddie?" " Yes, but yer one down now, Lady!" circa 1930s

Native Carpenters - India - using rules, planes and chisels. Date: circa 1903

Kitchen Rules
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Break the rules
Balazs Solti

Rebel dog
Balazs Solti

Supermarine Spitfire VB
This illustration shows how the British Supermarine Spitfire VB Rules the skies! Date: circa 1940s

Hemline Regulations
A female swimmer having the hemline of her bathing costume inspected at Palm Beach. Date: circa 1925

Football referees studying the rules of the game
London Association of Referees using tactical table to study the rules of the game Date: 1946

Rules for The Ivory Castle Board Game, based around dental health, produced by Gibbs Dentifrice toothpaste Date: 1935

Oswald Boelcke, German aviator, WW1
Oswald Boelcke (1891-1916), German flying ace of the First World War. He is considered to be the father of the German fighter air force, and was the first to formalise rules of air fighting

GIOVANNA DI NAPOLI
15-year old Giovanna (Joanna) cedes her dominions to pope Clemens VI ; in return he crowns her queen of Naples which she rules till her death, marrying frequently. Date: 1343

The Waltz (coloured engraving)
STC179002 The Waltz (coloured engraving) by Burney, Edward Francis (1760-1848); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Across the counter is Ghost Town Cafe, Vader, Lewis County, Western Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Western Washington, Lewis County, Vader. Across the counter is Ghost Town Cafe

Sign on staircase on Brooks Hotel in a town... West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Sign on staircase on Brooks Hotel in a town (population 749) near the timber, where there are three lumber mills. West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon. ['No Calk Shoes Upstairs']

Sign in upstairs hall of small hotel, West Carlton, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Sign in upstairs hall of small hotel. Population of town: 749. West Carlton, Oregon. ['No Loud Talking After Ten O'Clock']

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"Rules: Guiding Principles for Order and Fairness" In the realm of society, rules serve as the cornerstone for harmony and structure. Just like Hobbes' "Leviathan, " they establish a social contract that binds us together. As depicted in Frontis, they can not limited to one domain but permeate various aspects of our lives. From the fierce sport of boxing in 1743, where strict rules ensure safety and fairness, to the elegance displayed at the Ladies Kennel Association Championship Show – where these graceful Borzois settle gracefully within their boundaries – rules govern competitions with impartiality. Even historic clashes like Scotland vs. England Football Match in 1872 were governed by regulations that ensured both sides played fairly. Similarly, Victorian families adhered to specific guidelines outlined in "Rules to be Observed by a Victorian Family, " fostering discipline and respect within households. Surprisingly, even renowned figures like H. G. Wells found solace in following rules while playing Little Wars. These regulations provide structure and balance amidst chaos on miniature battlefields. Schools too have their own set of principles encapsulated within lists of school rules; teaching students responsibility and creating an environment conducive to learning. Safety is paramount across all domains; hence National Air Safety Committee's poster outlines essential guidelines ensuring secure travel through airways. Reflecting upon life itself, H. M. Bateman's "The Rules of Life" reminds us that certain principles guide our actions towards happiness and fulfillment. Sports teams such as Essendon F. C adhere strictly to established codes during matches; showcasing how adherence to these regulations fosters fair play amongst competitors. Dating back centuries ago when Jack Broughton formulated boxing's first formalized set or witnessing a game played on London streets circa 1314 - it becomes evident that throughout history we've recognized the importance of establishing boundaries even amid leisure activities. In essence, whether governing sportsmanship or daily interactions, written or unwritten, rules shape our lives.