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"Troublesome Tales: From Eggs to Engines

Background imageTroublesome Collection: A troublesome egg to hatch

A troublesome egg to hatch. Illustration shows the rulers of Russia, Germany, Italy, Austria, France, and England, as chickens trying to hatch a large egg labeled China

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Hawker Hector with Napier Dagger III engine

Hawker Hector with Napier Dagger III engine
A detail of a Hawker Hector focussing on the Napier Dagger III H-24 air-cooled piston Engine. Developing 805hp the Dagger was the next step for D

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Electric Rail Dinner

Electric Rail Dinner
Still another use for electricity: a miniature railway that brings food from the pantry to the table, removing the need for contact with troublesome servants

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Troublesome Youngsters

Troublesome Youngsters
Young and inexperienced racehorses prove a handful for their jockeys before the start

Background imageTroublesome Collection: W Heath Robinson - The Lullaby Bed

W Heath Robinson - The Lullaby Bed, to save getting out of bed to rock baby when he is troublesome at night

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Mabel Poulton in five Archibald Nettlefold films

Mabel Poulton in five Archibald Nettlefold films - Virginia's Husband, Troublesome Wives, Wild Cat Hetty, The Silent House, and The Lavender Lad Date: 1929

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Come, thou must not be in this humour with me, illustration from Shakespeare's stories of

Come, thou must not be in this humour with me, illustration from Shakespeare's stories of the English Kings
IL274571 Come, thou must not be in this humour with me, illustration from Shakespeare's stories of the English Kings, published by George Harrap & Son, 1912 (colour litho) by Hammond, Gertrude E

Background imageTroublesome Collection: A troublesome team (colour litho)

A troublesome team (colour litho)
3611174 A troublesome team (colour litho) by Rountree, Harry (Herbert R.) (1878-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Prize, pub)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Omnibus nuisances. Caution to ladies who like to occupy the seat next to the door

Omnibus nuisances. Caution to ladies who like to occupy the seat next to the door. A mans hobnail boots kick a woman on the head as his feet swing in from the window of the omnibus. Date: 1853

Background imageTroublesome Collection: American Know-Nothing Party Cartoon, 1854 (engraving)

American Know-Nothing Party Cartoon, 1854 (engraving)
PNP253838 American Know-Nothing Party Cartoon, 1854 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho)

The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho)
6004622 The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Punch cartoon: The Troublesome Trio: Lord Randolph Churchill

Punch cartoon: The Troublesome Trio: Lord Randolph Churchill, Henry Drummond Wolff and Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett
6034958 Punch cartoon: The Troublesome Trio: Lord Randolph Churchill, Henry Drummond Wolff and Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett, British Conservative politicians (engraving) by Sambourne

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Crossing the Channel, the Boulogne Boat (engraving)

Crossing the Channel, the Boulogne Boat (engraving)
1622741 Crossing the Channel, the Boulogne Boat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing the Channel, the Boulogne Boat)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: St George and St Michael (engraving)

St George and St Michael (engraving)
1053567 St George and St Michael (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St George and St Michael)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: The Experiences of an Acting Adjutant at the Easter Review (engraving)

The Experiences of an Acting Adjutant at the Easter Review (engraving)
1056162 The Experiences of an Acting Adjutant at the Easter Review (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho)

The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho)
6004615 The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho)

The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho)
6004610 The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise)

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Letter J (colour litho)

Letter J (colour litho)
6032869 Letter J (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter J. Victorian scrap, late 19th century.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Background imageTroublesome Collection: 'And I myself know well, how troublesome it sat upon my head'Henry IV, Part II, Act IV

"And I myself know well, how troublesome it sat upon my head"Henry IV, Part II, Act IV
969848 " And I myself know well, how troublesome it sat upon my head" Henry IV, Part II, Act IV, Scene 4 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageTroublesome Collection: SNCAN NC. 854 F-BFIB

SNCAN NC. 854 F-BFIB
SNCAN NC.854 F-BFIB (msn 13), of Aer-Club Air France. Built as an NC.853, with the troublesome 80 hp Minie 4DC30 engine, in 1949

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Crying child with parents in an art gallery, by Honore Daumier

Crying child with parents in an art gallery, by Honore Daumier

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Holidays in the country. Troublesome flies

Holidays in the country. Troublesome flies. Scene in barn with animals, and two boys tickling head of sleeping black man, who thinks he is being bothered by flies. Date c1868

Background imageTroublesome Collection: Beetles, Mosquitoes

Beetles, Mosquitoes
Insects are very troublesome in summer : the beetles aren t so bad, but the mosquitoes are deadly to man and beast. The wasps aren t much fun either


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"Troublesome Tales: From Eggs to Engines, Nuisances to Nettlefold Films" A troublesome egg to hatch: Sometimes the most challenging beginnings lead to the greatest rewards. Hawker Hector with Napier Dagger III engine: When innovation meets trouble, extraordinary feats are born. Electric Rail Dinner: An electrifying dining experience that promises both convenience and a touch of mischief. Troublesome Youngsters: The mischievous antics of youth can be both exasperating and endearing. RMS Titanic - archive of Joseph Bell, Chief Engineer: Unveiling the untold stories behind one of history's most notorious disasters. Mabel Poulton in five Archibald Nettlefold films: Exploring the captivating career of a talented actress amidst turbulent times. Come, thou must not be in this humour with me, illustration from Shakespeare's stories of the English Kings, published by George Harrap & Son, 1912 (colour litho): Delving into Shakespearean tales where troubles test even the mightiest kings. W Heath Robinson - The Lullaby Bed: A whimsical invention designed to soothe restless nights and tame troublesome dreams. A troublesome team (colour litho): Witnessing how teamwork can overcome challenges and transform troubles into triumphs. Omnibus nuisances. Caution to ladies who like to occupy the seat next to the door: Beware unexpected encounters on public transport as even simple journeys can become unexpectedly bothersome adventures. American Know-Nothing Party Cartoon, 1854 (engraving): Reflecting on historical political turmoil through satirical artwork that reminds us how ideas can sometimes create more trouble than they solve. The troublesome boys and Diogenes the Wise (colour litho): Discovering wisdom amidst chaos as young minds challenge convention in pursuit of truth and understanding.