Telling Collection (page 14)

Confucius & I-Ching
Chinese philosopher CONFUCIUS consults the I-ching

Napoleon & Lenormand
Napoleon consults the celebrated fortune-teller, Madame Lenormand, who accurately foresees his destiny

Crystal Gazer Circa 1910
A lady gazes into a crystal ball while an impassive and indeed inscrutable oriental stands watching her by a brazier

Georgian Girls Griddle
A group of young girls keenly watch as one of their number uses a griddle over an open fire while another stands by with a poker. Is it supper or a fortune telling custom?

Pow Leaflet
Leaflet given to captured troops by the Germans, telling them what is in store for them but assuring them that You will return home safe and sound after the war

Egyptian Storyteller
An Egyptian sha er (story- teller) with his accompanying musician, performing to an audience of smokers

PALICI
The PALICI, sons of Zeus and Thalia, whose oracle was consulted for matters of sterility and fertility

Wheel of Fortune / Card
A fortune-teller uses a wheel of fortune

TEA LEAVES
A lady consults a tea-leaf fortune-teller

Roman Augurs
Roman augurs foretell the future by observing the behaviour of hens

Monks Walk Maze
Monks walk the maze, telling their beads, near Saint Annes Chapel, Nottingham

Visit to Fortune Teller
Two women visit a fortune teller in her cottage

Ladies & Fortune Teller
An old lady and three young ones look into the future - Your husband, whom you will adore, though steady will be always poor

Boy and Fortune Teller
- Heres my penny - is I her beau ?

Grandmother Storytelling
Old woman telling stories to her many grandchildren

Fortune Telling
An old Swedish lady reads the leaves for a friend

Xmas Fire / Children 1905
Children give their last instructions to Father Christmas by calling up the fireplace

Convert to Palmistry
a convert Date: 1881

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"Telling the Future: Unveiling Secrets through Ancient Symbols" Unlocking the mysteries of fate and destiny, palmistry maps out the intricate pathways etched on our hands. Each line tells a story, revealing hidden truths about our past, present, and future. As we delve deeper into the realm of divination, Cecil Aldin's "Ticked Off" reminds us that even animals possess an innate ability to sense what lies beneath the surface. Their intuition serves as a gentle nudge towards uncovering life's enigmatic puzzles. Alfred Bestall's "The Ghost Story" whispers tales from beyond, urging us to listen closely to the ethereal voices guiding us towards enlightenment. In its pages lie ancient wisdom waiting to be unraveled. Tarot Card 19 - Le Soleil (The Sun) radiates warmth and positivity onto our path. Its vibrant energy illuminates every step we take, reminding us that happiness is within reach if we dare to embrace it wholeheartedly. Contrasting this brightness is Tarot Card 18 - La Lune (The Moon), which beckons us into introspection and self-discovery. It encourages us to explore our subconscious depths where hidden desires and fears reside – for only by acknowledging them can true growth occur. From the traditional Marseille pack comes a selection of tarot cards; each one holds profound messages encoded in their symbolic imagery. They serve as gateways between realms unseen, offering glimpses into what lies ahead or reflecting upon lessons learned from times gone by. Hermes Trismegistus stands as an emblematic figure bridging spirituality with earthly knowledge. His teachings remind us that understanding ourselves requires both inner reflection and external observation – a balance between intuition and reason. Tarot Card 6 - L'Amoureux (The Lover or Lovers) speaks of choices made along life's winding road – decisions that shape our destinies.