Societies Collection (page 2)

Athenaeum Hall
Gentlemen in the hall at the Athenaeum

Carlton Club 1855
The Carlton Club, Pall Mall

Eccentic Club / 1900
Gentlemen of the club waiting for dinner

Paris Lodge 1740
A Parisian Lodge in 1740

Initiation to Master
A French Lodge ceremonially inducts a member to the grade of Master

Initiation / Secret Master
Initiation of a Secret Master

Costume of a revolutionary commoner or sans culotte, 1793. 1825 (lithograph)
7237140 Costume of a revolutionary commoner or sans culotte, 1793. 1825 (lithograph) by Lecomte, Hippolyte (1781-1857); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a commoner or sans culotte)

An Old Cornwall Society group at Fentongollan, Merther, Cornwall. Date unknown but probably around 1920s
An Old Cornwall Society group posing for a photograph at Fentongollan. Photographer Arthur William Jordan

Juliette Recamier by Francois Gerard
Francois Gerard (1770-1837) painting of Juliette Recamier (born Bernard, 1777-1849), French woman of letters. Date: 1805

"Glorious leader, limitless capacity", propaganda poster from the Cultural Revolution, 1970 (colour litho)
RDA78529 "Glorious leader, limitless capacity", propaganda poster from the Cultural Revolution, 1970 (colour litho) by Chinese School (20th century) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

Japanese fan painter
3788298 Japanese fan painter; (add.info.: Japanese fan painter, mid to late Meiji period (1868-1912). When Japan opened its borders in 1853, its refined arts, such as fan painting

World War I: Reception of Frederick II, Grand Duke
3786923 World War I: Reception of Frederick II, Grand Duke; (add.info.: World War I: Reception of Frederick II, Grand Duke of Baden by Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg)

Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig
3783610 Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig; (add.info.: Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig - portrait. Senior officer during World War I and commander of British Expeditionary Force)

Soldiers and the people are great friends like a family, propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural Revolution
RDA78532 Soldiers and the people are great friends like a family, propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural Revolution, 1970 (colour litho) by Chinese School (20th century)

Female mechanic during World War 1
3786785 Female mechanic during World War 1; (add.info.: Female mechanic during World War 1. 1916. Illustrated War News, May 24, 19'6. Part 94, Page 28); Lebrecht History

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Iconoclasm, in, the, Abbey, Kempten, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415380 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Iconoclasm, in, the, Abbey, Kempten, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Battle, of, Leipheim, Swabia, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415375 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Battle, of, Leipheim, Swabia, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Hubmaier is solemnly received in Landshut, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415371 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Hubmaier is solemnly received in Landshut, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

Matron from Mantua, 1895 (engraving)
7202970 Matron from Mantua, 1895 (engraving) by Vecellio, Cesare (c.1521-1601); Private Collection; (add.info.: Matron from Mantua ( Mantova ) Italy.Engraved by Cesare Vecellio ( 1530-1601)

Baroness from Napoli, Italy, 1895 (engraving)
7202969 Baroness from Napoli, Italy, 1895 (engraving) by Vecellio, Cesare (c.1521-1601); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baroness from Napoli, Italy)

An Italian ball, 1590, 1895 (engraving)
JAB4121513 An Italian ball, 1590, 1895 (engraving) by Franco, Giacomo (1550-1620) (after); (add.info.: An Italian ball. Engraving by Giacomo Franco (circa 1550-1620) from 1590

German Peasants War (1524-1526): The last speech of Muenzer, Thomas Munzer was a theologian
UIG5415443 German Peasants War (1524-1526): The last speech of Muenzer, Thomas Munzer was a theologian, reformer and revolutionary at the time of the Peasants War

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Goetz von Berlichingen and the tailor from Pfedelbach, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415398 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Goetz von Berlichingen and the tailor from Pfedelbach, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War)

Les recreations de la campagne, ou, Petites historiettes, 1826 (hand coloured etching)
3672331 Les recreations de la campagne, ou, Petites historiettes, 1826 (hand coloured etching) by French School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Italian emigrants in Paris in the Gare Saint Lazare railway station in March 1896 (engraving)
7147189 Italian emigrants in Paris in the Gare Saint Lazare railway station in March 1896 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pity the Sorrows of a Poor Old Man!... 1821 (lithograph in black on ivory wove paper)
5860311 Pity the Sorrows of a Poor Old Man!... 1821 (lithograph in black on ivory wove paper) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

German Peasants War (1524-1526): In fire shoot from Sulz, Germany, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415432 German Peasants War (1524-1526): In fire shoot from Sulz, Germany, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Loch, Meier, preach, 7000, men, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415384 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Loch, Meier, preach, 7000, men, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): The Truchsess, Steward talks with the mercenaries in Boeblingen
UIG5415373 German Peasants War (1524-1526): The Truchsess, Steward talks with the mercenaries in Boeblingen, Steward was a court office in the medieval courtly society, Germany

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Knight, Franz von Sickingen, imperial herald, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415360 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Knight, Franz von Sickingen, imperial herald, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

Les recreations de la campagne, ou, Petites historiettes, 1826 (hand coloured etching)
3672340 Les recreations de la campagne, ou, Petites historiettes, 1826 (hand coloured etching) by French School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Christmas eve in a parisian restaurant, ca 1900 (Illustration)
7422817 Christmas eve in a parisian restaurant, ca 1900 (Illustration) by Tempestini, Petro (fl.1900); (add.info.: Food and beverage. Christmas eve in a parisian restaurant)

The whiskey war in Ohio. Women singing hymns at the door of a cabaretier to force him to close shop
5313575 The whiskey war in Ohio. Women singing hymns at the door of a cabaretier to force him to close shop, 19th century (engraving) by American School

Noble young girl from Rome, Italy, 1895 (engraving)
7202971 Noble young girl from Rome, Italy, 1895 (engraving) by Vecellio, Cesare (c.1521-1601); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noble young girl from Rome)

Noble Lady tartare from Beijing, China. 1873 (engraving)
7259221 Noble Lady tartare from Beijing, China. 1873 (engraving) by Ronjat, Etienne Antoine Eugene (b.1822); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noble Lady tartare from Beijing. China. Design by E)

Strike-Breakers, 1930 (painting)
7432263 Strike-Breakers, 1930 (painting) by Werenskiold, Erik Theodor (1855-1938); 71x92 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Erik Werenskiold (1855-1938)); Photo © O. Vaering

Wedding Dance, c. 1600 (oil on copper)
8610847 Wedding Dance, c. 1600 (oil on copper) by Brueghel, Jan the Elder (1568-1625); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Bordeaux, France; (add.info)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Bishop, o, f Bamberg, armed, people, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415385 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Bishop, o, f Bamberg, armed, people, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): the Bishop's Marshal negotiates with farmers, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415346 German Peasants War (1524-1526): the Bishop's Marshal negotiates with farmers, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Plundering of St, Blasien, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415402 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Plundering of St, Blasien, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526, German Peasants War)

A rich man of Tien Tsin, China. 1873 (engraving)
7259225 A rich man of Tien Tsin, China. 1873 (engraving) by Ronjat, Etienne Antoine Eugene (b.1822); Private Collection; (add.info.: A rich man of Tien Tsin, China. Design by E)

Les recreations de la campagne, ou, Petites historiettes, 1826 (hand coloured etching)
3672346 Les recreations de la campagne, ou, Petites historiettes, 1826 (hand coloured etching) by French School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Rio Colorado - near the Mojave Villages view no. 1 from the left bank looking W. N. W, 1856 (lithograph)
3672277 Rio Colorado - near the Mojave Villages view no. 1 from the left bank looking W. N. W, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Orenbach, farmers, Rotenburg, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415387 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Orenbach, farmers, Rotenburg, Bavaria, Germany, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526)

German Peasants War (1524-1526): Storming of Weinsberg, 19th century (engraving)
UIG5415393 German Peasants War (1524-1526): Storming of Weinsberg, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: German Peasants War, 1524-1526, German Peasants War)

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"Societies: Unveiling the Tapestry of History" Step into a world steeped in tradition and secrecy, where bonds are forged and legacies are created. From the Masonic Certificate adorned with symbols of ancient wisdom to Edward Benjamin Herberete's captivating Hunt scenes, they have long been woven into the fabric of our existence. Travel back to medieval England as you explore the Manuscript Add, an exquisite depiction of Carta Magna (1212), a pivotal moment in shaping democracy. Discover the regalia that adorns Freemasons during their initiation rituals, symbolizing unity and brotherhood. The New Athenaeum Club (1820) stands as a testament to intellectual pursuits and camaraderie among scholars, and is here that ideas were exchanged freely, sparking innovation and progress. Millicent Fawcett's Women's Suffrage movement fought tirelessly for equality, leaving an indelible mark on society. Witness Sister Marjorie Barnard's triumph through her Independent Order of Rechabites Temperance Knowledge Examination certificate from 1937—a testament to dedication towards sobriety and social responsibility. Experience the mystique surrounding the initiation ceremony of a freemason—an event shrouded in symbolism and rites passed down through generations. The Lunar Society illuminates minds with its gatherings under moonlit skies—where great thinkers converged to discuss science, philosophy, and industry. Indulge your senses at a Masonic Banquet—a feast fit for kings where bonds are strengthened over fine dining experiences. Witness firsthand the reception of an Apprentice—the beginning steps towards mastery within secret societies. Immerse yourself in history at Reform Club Saloon (1840), where political discourse shaped nations' destinies—a place where societal reform was passionately debated by intellectuals who sought change for all. Societies hold secrets untold yet offer glimpses into our shared past—unraveling tales that continue to shape our present.