Stereotyping Collection

Black and white minstrels
A fashion shoot featuring the Black & White Minstrels in Tatler, 1962. The outfit worn by the model in the middle is a white silk, two-piece

Bulgarian, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Hall Braille Stereotyping Machine, 1919. From The British Printer Vol. XXXII. [Raithby, Lawrence & Co. Ltd, London and Leicester, 1919]

The modern women, role reversal, 1894
3479885 The modern women, role reversal, 1894; (add.info.: The modern women, role reversal, 1894.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Debine orientale, 1861. Creator: Félicien Rops
Debine orientale, 1861. Periodical: Uylenspiegel, no. 4, 24 February 1861

A Gheel dans un an, 1856. Creator: Félicien Rops
A Gheel dans un an, 1856. Periodical: Uylenspiegel, no. 20, 15 June 1856

Sculpture: "Chastity", by J. Durham, in the Royal Academy Exhibition, 1860. Creator: Smyth
Sculpture: "Chastity", by J. Durham, in the Royal Academy Exhibition, 1860. "Chastity" is here represented in a figure which, judging from the profile presented in the Engraving

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Sculpture: "Chastity", by J. Durham, in the Royal Academy Exhibition, 1860. Creator: Smyth
Sculpture: "Chastity", by J. Durham, in the Royal Academy Exhibition, 1860. "Chastity" is here represented in a figure which, judging from the profile presented in the Engraving

The Politician - by Hasenclever, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Politician - by Hasenclever, 1850. The author of this clever picture, Herr Hasenclever, is, we believe, resident in Munich

Sweet Summer Time - drawn by Gavarni, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Sweet Summer Time - drawn by Gavarni, 1850. Illustration to a story by Thomas Miller:..beautiful as the landscape is, it lacks a charm unless woman is there to adorn it; it seems like the Garden of

The Winter Exhibition, Pall-Mall: "Morning", by Dicksee, 1862. Creator: W Thomas
The Winter Exhibition, Pall-Mall: "Morning", by Dicksee, 1862. Engraving of a painting....the morning of life...just opening from the maiden bud into the flower of womanhood...that pretty

The Winter Exhibition, Pall-Mall: "Evening", by Dicksee, 1862. Creator: W Thomas
The Winter Exhibition, Pall-Mall: "Evening", by Dicksee, 1862. Engraving of a painting....the face, now fully developed into womanliness, is thoroughly English in type

Girls making cartridges for Enfield rifles at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Girls making cartridges for Enfield rifles at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, 1862. Our illustration was taken [at]...the Royal Laboratory Department...near the Plumstead marshes

The International Exhibition: marble statue - "Purity" by Matthew Noble, 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
The International Exhibition: marble statue - "Purity" by Matthew Noble, 1862....we may say that there is a sort of double conventionalism in the abstract representations of the virtues

Stereotyping Department, Liverpool Express and Weekly Courier Newspaper, Liverpool

John Swain & Son Advertisement
An advertisement for John Swain & Son Ltd, specialists in commercial photography, photo engraving, typesetting, electrotyping and stereotyping

Cigarette Smoke, Knighton & Cutts
This photograph of a smoking cigarette held in a hand, in front of a dark background, is used as a promotion of Knighton & Cutts Ltd, specialists in process engraving, art, photography, typesetting

Portrait Of A Young Lady
A portrait painting of a smiling young lady wearing a black shawl over a red dress, exposing her shoulders. This example, painted by Albert Henry Collings

Laceing [sic] a Dandy, January 26, 1819. January 26, 1819. Creator: Anon
Laceing [sic] a Dandy, January 26, 1819

Scotsman taking his drunken friend home in a wheelbarrow (chromolitho)
6030909 Scotsman taking his drunken friend home in a wheelbarrow (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Characteristics, or England, Ireland and Scotland, print made by George Hunt
740528 Characteristics, or England, Ireland and Scotland, print made by George Hunt, 1827 (hand-coloured engraving) by Egerton, M

Difficulties of being a Welsh postman (chromolitho)
5996142 Difficulties of being a Welsh postman (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Difficulties of being a Welsh postman)

Theophile Delcasse disputing the bill in a French restaurant, 1903 (litho)
3666826 Theophile Delcasse disputing the bill in a French restaurant, 1903 (litho) by Sancha y Lengo, Francisco (1874-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rapture (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21, 1800

Shylock (Twelve Characters from Shakespeare), March 15, 1776

Old Planter, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

17th Century Dutchman, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen &
17th Century Dutchman, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Bavarian Postillion, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Asiatic Turk, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Prussian Officer of 1725, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen &
Prussian Officer of 1725, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Gypsy Girl, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

English Naval Officer, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen &
English Naval Officer, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Tyrolese, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Serbian, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Spaniard, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Sudan, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Sailor, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Persian, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Parisian, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Student, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Mexican, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Odalisque, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Japanese, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

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"Stereotyping: Unraveling the Threads of Prejudice and Misrepresentation" In a world where diversity should be celebrated, stereotyping continues to cast its shadow. From the controversial Black and white minstrels of the past to the Hall Braille Stereotyping Machine in 1919, history reminds us of our capacity for prejudice. Even The Golliwoggs Bicycle Club found themselves surrounded by cannibals in a cruel caricature that perpetuated harmful stereotypes, and is disheartening to see how even reputable institutions like the Stereotyping Department at Liverpool Express played a role in promoting bias. However, amidst this darkness, glimmers of hope emerge. John Swain & Son Advertisement challenges us to question these preconceived notions while Cigarette Smoke by Knighton & Cutts reminds us that appearances can be deceiving. A Portrait Of A Young Lady captures her essence beyond societal expectations, reminding us not to judge based on superficial characteristics. Home Sweet Home down South - Kentucky, USA showcases cultural richness instead of reinforcing stereotypes. Publishing companies like Liverpool Express and Weekly Courier have an opportunity to reshape narratives and foster inclusivity through responsible journalism. W. T. Baker & Co Advertisement invites us into a world where diversity thrives rather than being confined within narrow boundaries. Lastly, let's remember that art has often been used as both a weapon against discrimination and as an instrument for change. The chromolitho prints featuring Negro musicians challenge perceptions by highlighting their talent rather than reducing them solely to their race, and is time we break free from these chains and embrace each other's unique stories with open hearts and minds. Let empathy guide our interactions so that we may build bridges instead of walls – fostering understanding across diverse cultures and backgrounds.