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"Unveiling the Dark Side: Exploring the Notorious Thugs of History" The Thuggee Poisoner: Unraveling the Mysterious Crimes of a 19th-century Criminal Mastermind

Background imageThug Collection: Thuggee Poisoner 19th C

Thuggee Poisoner 19th C
Notorious Indian thug poisoner

Background imageThug Collection: The Life of Captain Charlie Vane/Mary Read, A Female Pirate, 19th century (print)

The Life of Captain Charlie Vane/Mary Read, A Female Pirate, 19th century (print)
7339230 The Life of Captain Charlie Vane/Mary Read, A Female Pirate, 19th century (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 46x43.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThug Collection: Attack on a ship by pirates, 19th century (print)

Attack on a ship by pirates, 19th century (print)
7339218 Attack on a ship by pirates, 19th century (print) by Debelle, Alexandre (1805-97) (after); 15.5x11.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich

Background imageThug Collection: The pirates of Cuba, 19th century (print)

The pirates of Cuba, 19th century (print)
7339234 The pirates of Cuba, 19th century (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 24.4x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London.

Background imageThug Collection: A pirate prepares for ambush, mid 19th century (coloured engraving)

A pirate prepares for ambush, mid 19th century (coloured engraving)
7339198 A pirate prepares for ambush, mid 19th century (coloured engraving) by Debelle, Alexandre (1805-97) (after); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: A)

Background imageThug Collection: Buried Treasure, early 20th century (book illustration)

Buried Treasure, early 20th century (book illustration)
7339186 Buried Treasure, early 20th century (book illustration) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); 57x51.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThug Collection: Circa 1920 - Clara Bow - The 'It' girl - reclining on a chaise (b/w photo)

Circa 1920 - Clara Bow - The 'It' girl - reclining on a chaise (b/w photo)
7133864 Circa 1920 - Clara Bow - The 'It' girl - reclining on a chaise (b/w photo); (add.info.: Circa 1920 - Clara Bow - The 'It' girl - reclining on a chaise); GG Vintage Images; UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: Lazarillo de Tormes and His Blind Master, before 1880 (oil on fabric)

Lazarillo de Tormes and His Blind Master, before 1880 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879766 Lazarillo de Tormes and His Blind Master, before 1880 (oil on fabric) by Ribot, Auguste Theodule (1823-91); 108x90 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageThug Collection: Thief, Thorn, Throw, Thumb, Tongs, Tools, Tooth, Torch, Track, Track, Train, Tramp (engraving)

Thief, Thorn, Throw, Thumb, Tongs, Tools, Tooth, Torch, Track, Track, Train, Tramp (engraving)
8650024 Thief, Thorn, Throw, Thumb, Tongs, Tools, Tooth, Torch, Track, Track, Train, Tramp (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thief, Thorn, Throw)

Background imageThug Collection: What's fourteen days (colour litho)

What's fourteen days (colour litho)
8635620 What's fourteen days (colour litho) by Howard, Charles Thomas (1865-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: What's fourteen days. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Background imageThug Collection: I feel quite safe (colour litho)

I feel quite safe (colour litho)
8656660 I feel quite safe (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "I feel quite safe." Man stealing a safe)

Background imageThug Collection: The law and the profits (litho)

The law and the profits (litho)
8663494 The law and the profits (litho) by Poy (Percy Hutton Fearon) (1874-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Law and the Profits)

Background imageThug Collection: The last Shift (engraving)

The last Shift (engraving)
8677187 The last Shift (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last Shift)

Background imageThug Collection: The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton (b/w photo)

The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton (b/w photo)
8675701 The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton)

Background imageThug Collection: The kid

The kid
DUV4217185 The kid; 31x24 cm; (add.info.: I can read (Methodic and fun alphabet by a dad) - abecedary comprising a reading method and an illustrious alphabet); Photo © Duvallon.

Background imageThug Collection: An inmate having his picture taken, 1850

An inmate having his picture taken, 1850
3478171 An inmate having his picture taken, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an inmate of Newgate Prison for police records. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: Bertillonage, 1850

Bertillonage, 1850
3478420 Bertillonage, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting 'bertillonage' which was originally, a system for the identification of criminals making use of anthropometric measurements)

Background imageThug Collection: The moneylender being visited by death

The moneylender being visited by death
3478603 The moneylender being visited by death; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the moneylender being visited by 'death'. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: A robber being visited by death

A robber being visited by death
3478598 A robber being visited by death; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a robber being visited by 'death'. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: A robber being visited by death

A robber being visited by death
3478597 A robber being visited by death; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a robber being visited by 'death'. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: A burglar activating a basic home security locking system, 1850

A burglar activating a basic home security locking system, 1850
3330947 A burglar activating a basic home security locking system, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a burglar activating a basic home security locking system)

Background imageThug Collection: The looting of Mechelen

The looting of Mechelen
3330081 The looting of Mechelen; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the looting of Mechelen by the Spaniards. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: Muscovite robbers on their way to commit a crime

Muscovite robbers on their way to commit a crime
3359108 Muscovite robbers on their way to commit a crime; (add.info.: Woodcut print of Muscovite robbers on their way to commit a crime. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England

Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England
3330166 Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England; (add.info.: Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England)

Background imageThug Collection: Germany, Hamburg, an meeting of the lower court of justice in the 15th century, 1866 (engraving)

Germany, Hamburg, an meeting of the lower court of justice in the 15th century, 1866 (engraving)
UTD4920258 Germany, Hamburg, an meeting of the lower court of justice in the 15th century, 1866 (engraving); (add.info.: Germany, Hamburg)

Background imageThug Collection: Example of police records used for the identification of criminals, 1850

Example of police records used for the identification of criminals, 1850
3478412 Example of police records used for the identification of criminals, 1850; (add.info.: Example of police records used for the identification of criminals used by the Metropolitan Police)

Background imageThug Collection: A young Butch Cassidy, 1850 (b/w photo)

A young Butch Cassidy, 1850 (b/w photo)
3507240 A young Butch Cassidy, 1850 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Butch Cassidy (1866-1908) an American train robber, bank robber, and leader of the Wild Bunch gang

Background imageThug Collection: Kitty Flynn, 1850

Kitty Flynn, 1850
3507333 Kitty Flynn, 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of Kitty Flynn, with of Charles W. Bullard, an American criminal who was also as 'Piano Charley')

Background imageThug Collection: James Dunlap , 1880

James Dunlap , 1880
3507322 James Dunlap , 1880; (add.info.: James Dunlap. The american bank robber, 1880.); Universal History Archive.

Background imageThug Collection: Kidd on the Deck of the Adventure Galley, early 20th century (book illustration)

Kidd on the Deck of the Adventure Galley, early 20th century (book illustration)
7339193 Kidd on the Deck of the Adventure Galley, early 20th century (book illustration) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThug Collection: The Buccaneer was a Picturesque Fellow, early 20th century (book illustration)

The Buccaneer was a Picturesque Fellow, early 20th century (book illustration)
7339191 The Buccaneer was a Picturesque Fellow, early 20th century (book illustration) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Howard Pyle A pirate)

Background imageThug Collection: So the Treasure was Divided, early 20th century (book illustration)

So the Treasure was Divided, early 20th century (book illustration)
7339189 So the Treasure was Divided, early 20th century (book illustration) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); 8x23x8.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThug Collection: Female shop-lifter caught in the act. 18th century. (print)

Female shop-lifter caught in the act. 18th century. (print)
7419919 Female shop-lifter caught in the act. 18th century. (print); (add.info.: A female shop-lifter is caught in the act. She had concealed lengths of lace beneath her clothes)

Background imageThug Collection: Captain Henry Morgan carouses with wine and women, in true pirate fashion

Captain Henry Morgan carouses with wine and women, in true pirate fashion, mid 19th century (coloured engraving)
7339194 Captain Henry Morgan carouses with wine and women, in true pirate fashion, mid 19th century (coloured engraving) by Debelle

Background imageThug Collection: The Siege of Sidney Street (b/w photo)

The Siege of Sidney Street (b/w photo)
8675712 The Siege of Sidney Street (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Sidney Street, January 1911)

Background imageThug Collection: The Great Wyrley Mysteries (b/w photo)

The Great Wyrley Mysteries (b/w photo)
8675700 The Great Wyrley Mysteries (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Wyrley Mysteries)

Background imageThug Collection: Who poisoned Charles Bravo? (litho)

Who poisoned Charles Bravo? (litho)
8675811 Who poisoned Charles Bravo? (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Who poisoned Charles Bravo? Charles Bravo and his wife, Florence)

Background imageThug Collection: The Siege of Sidney Street (b/w photo)

The Siege of Sidney Street (b/w photo)
8675713 The Siege of Sidney Street (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Sidney Street, January 1911)

Background imageThug Collection: I was sorry I was out when you looked in (colour litho)

I was sorry I was out when you looked in (colour litho)
8656526 I was sorry I was out when you looked in (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I was sorry I was out when you looked in)

Background imageThug Collection: A widow taking down telegraph wires put on her rooftop (engraving)

A widow taking down telegraph wires put on her rooftop (engraving)
8664231 A widow taking down telegraph wires put on her rooftop (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: War on the wires)

Background imageThug Collection: Petty criminals in the stocks, Hong Kong, c.1903 (photo)

Petty criminals in the stocks, Hong Kong, c.1903 (photo)
UIG5418881 Petty criminals in the stocks, Hong Kong, c.1903 (photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Two petty criminals sit with their ankles restrained in stocks)

Background imageThug Collection: Capture of the brigand Giuseppe Musolino in Acqualagna by the Carbinieri, 1900 (engraving)

Capture of the brigand Giuseppe Musolino in Acqualagna by the Carbinieri, 1900 (engraving)
5314295 Capture of the brigand Giuseppe Musolino in Acqualagna by the Carbinieri, 1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Banditry and brigandage-9 October 1901 the capture of the brigand Giuseppe Musolino in)

Background imageThug Collection: Smugglers alarm: gathered in their hideout, the smugglers organize their defense

Smugglers alarm: gathered in their hideout, the smugglers organize their defense
MMM5457668 Smugglers alarm: gathered in their hideout, the smugglers organize their defense, one is watching the outside through the keyhole

Background imageThug Collection: 'Your money or your life', 1827 (litho)

"Your money or your life", 1827 (litho)
7422877 "Your money or your life", 1827 (litho); (add.info.: Transport. "Your money or your life." Armed robbery of a stagecoach of the Messageries Royales in France)

Background imageThug Collection: Letter D: Derober, Drolerie, Delinquants, 1868 (engraving)

Letter D: Derober, Drolerie, Delinquants, 1868 (engraving)
DUV4217367 Letter D: Derober, Drolerie, Delinquants, 1868 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving by Francois Pannemaker (1822-1900)

Background imageThug Collection: Letter G: Garments, Guard, 1868 (engraving)

Letter G: Garments, Guard, 1868 (engraving)
DUV4217335 Letter G: Garments, Guard, 1868 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving by Francois Pannemaker (1822-1900) in " Le premier livre des petits enfants"" Full alphabet illustrative

Background imageThug Collection: Ill news for the criminal fraternity, 1852

Ill news for the criminal fraternity, 1852
3480005 Ill news for the criminal fraternity, 1852; (add.info.: Ill news for the criminal fraternity, 1852.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageThug Collection: James Dunlap, 1880

James Dunlap, 1880
3507321 James Dunlap, 1880; (add.info.: James Dunlap. The american bank robber, 1880.); Universal History Archive.



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"Unveiling the Dark Side: Exploring the Notorious Thugs of History" The Thuggee Poisoner: Unraveling the Mysterious Crimes of a 19th-century Criminal Mastermind. Behind Bars: Vincenzo Peruggia, the Audacious Thief Who Stole Mona Lisa from Louvre in 1911. Fourmies Secret: Peering into Le Pilori's Enigmatic Cover and Its Hidden Messages from 1892. Martin Luther and Hans Kohlhase: An Unexpected Encounter between a Reformer and a Robber in the 16th Century. Assassination of King Henry IV: Reliving the Tragic Event through an Intricate Engraving from 1897. Lo Scaccino by Medardo Rosso: A Sculpture that Captures both Beauty and Menace in Equal Measure (1883). Beatrice Cenci's Haunting Portrait on Canvas Reveals Her Tale of Tragedy and Rebellion (17th century). The Humbert Family at Crown Court: A Glimpse into Sensational Trials Covered by Le Petit Journal in 1903. The Fleeing Holy Family and Tito, the Thief: A Captivating Painting Depicting Divine Intervention amidst Chaos (c. 1670). Martyrdom of St Peter from Verona: Witnessing Heroism Amidst Adversity in this Powerful Oil Painting (1619-1621 circa). Poachers in the Snow - Silent Shadows Engaged in Illicit Pursuits Caught on Canvas (1867). Death of Abel - Delving into Biblical Betrayal with this Gripping Artwork (1667-1669 circa).