Thoughtfulness Collection

Henri IV, King of the Poor who wants all his subjects to have a chicken for Sunday dinner
CHT285237 Henri IV, King of the Poor who wants all his subjects to have a chicken for Sunday dinner, c.1900 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Illustration for Miltons Il Penseroso
LLM455916 Illustration for Miltons Il Penseroso by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Miltons Il Penseroso)

Little Bo-Peep (chromolitho)
968376 Little Bo-Peep (chromolitho) by Lawson, John (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Bo-Peep.); © Look and Learn

Spring Flowers (engraving)
670730 Spring Flowers (engraving) by Le Jeune, Henry (1820-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spring Flowers. Illustration from Modern Art, Second Series edited by James Dafforne (Virtue)

Wenzel of Bohemia, "The Good King Wenceslaus"(litho)
6005059 Wenzel of Bohemia, " The Good King Wenceslaus" (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wenzel of Bohemia)

Portrait of a Person of the Forest
Krystina Wisniowska

Businessman At Cross

Businessman Standing At Cross

Businessman Looking Up At Cross

Siege of Antwerp, World War One, 1914 - animals looked after
The Siege of Antwerp, Belgium, early in the First World War - thought for beast as well as man. Although the people were running short of water, they allowed this dog to have his drink from the pail

Reflection, c. 1864-66 (oil on canvas)
XIR203217 Reflection, c.1864-66 (oil on canvas) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); 44x32 cm; Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai, France; French, out of copyright

WWI - Girl gives a party to wounded soldiers
A young girl hosts a garden party picnic for wounded soldiers invalided home from the Western Front - instead of receiving her usual Birthday presents Date: circa 1916

Thoughtfulness of road-users
Illustration by William heath Robinson. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

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"Thoughtfulness: A Glimpse into the Hearts of Kings and Commoners" In a world where power often corrupts, there are those who rise above, embodying the true essence of thoughtfulness. Take Henri IV, King of the Poor, whose benevolent heart desired nothing more than to see his subjects enjoy a humble chicken for Sunday dinner. As we delve deeper into the realm of contemplation, Milton's "Il Penseroso" comes to life through an enchanting illustration. It reminds us that in moments of introspection and solitude, our thoughts can shape our very existence. But thoughtfulness is not confined to grand gestures or literary musings; it can be found even in childhood tales like Little Bo-Peep. Through a vibrant chromolithograph, we witness her concern for her lost sheep – a small act that teaches us empathy from an early age. Nature too reveals its tender side with delicate engravings capturing Spring Flowers in all their glory. These blossoms remind us to appreciate life's fleeting beauty and nurture kindness towards all living beings. Wenzel of Bohemia exemplifies thoughtfulness as "The Good King Wenceslaus, " depicted in lithography. His selfless act on St. Stephen's Day inspires us to extend compassion beyond borders and lend a helping hand when others are in need. Intriguingly mysterious is the Portrait of a Person of the Forest - perhaps reminding us that thoughtfulness knows no boundaries or societal constraints but resides within each individual soul. Even amidst chaos and conflict during World War One's Siege of Antwerp, animals were cared for - an extraordinary display of humanity's capacity for empathy even in dire circumstances. Laurence Sterne's "A Sentimental Journey" takes flight through vivid color lithographs illustrating thoughtful encounters along its pages. They invite us to embrace serendipitous connections with strangers as we traverse life’s unpredictable paths together. Yet, thoughtfulness is not limited to personal interactions.