Tutoring Collection

ARISTOTLE Greek philosopher; tutoring Alexander the Great

The Cheering Word (engraving)
3634650 The Cheering Word (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cheering Word. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1870)

Mr H. P. Hansell - Tutor to the young British Princes. Date: circa 1902

Still from the film The Blue Angel with Emil Jannings, 1930 (b / w photo)
RYS336011 Still from the film " The Blue Angel" with Emil Jannings, 1930 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

University College Cork (Ucc), Cork City, Ireland, Sundial On A College Campus

Feast in the House of Simon, 18th / early 19th century. Artist: Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo
Feast in the House of Simon, 18th/early 19th century. From a private collection

The Comtesse de Selve Making Music, detail, 1787. Artist: Adelaide Labille-Guiard
The Comtesse de Selve Making Music, detail, 1787. At the Salon of 1787, Labille-Guiard exhibited a work which was identified only as Madame de *** faisant de la musique

Aristotle tutoring the young Alexander the Great. Alexanders father, Philip II, King of Macedon, hired the respected Greek philosopher to educate his son

18Th Century Aristocratic Women Receiving Private Lesson From A Tutor. After A Work By Rossi. From El Mundo Ilustrado, Published Barcelona, Circa 1880

Thomas Burgh Library, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland

Queens University, Belfast, Ireland

Maynooth Seminary, Co Kildare, Ireland

Jean-Pierre de Bougainville 1760 Watercolor graphite
Artokoloro

First Lesson
A young girl practises reading with her mother

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"Tutoring: A Timeless Tradition of Knowledge and Guidance" From ancient times to the modern era, it has been a cherished practice that transcends cultures and generations. Just like Aristotle, who imparted his wisdom to Alexander the Great, tutors have played a vital role in shaping young minds throughout history. In an enchanting engraving titled "The Cheering Word, " we witness Mr. H. P. Hansell fulfilling his duty as tutor to the young British Princes, instilling knowledge with care and encouragement. This image reminds us of the profound impact tutors can have on their students' lives. Another captivating still from the film "The Blue Angel" takes us back to 1930, capturing a moment where education intertwines with entertainment. It serves as a reminder that learning can be both enlightening and enjoyable. At University College Cork in Ireland, we find solace in observing a sundial on campus—a symbol of time's passing and its significance in education. As each minute ticks away, tutors guide their pupils towards academic excellence while nurturing personal growth. Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo's masterpiece "Feast in the House of Simon" transports us to an opulent gathering where even aristocrats seek enlightenment through private lessons from esteemed tutors. This artwork showcases how education was highly valued among 18th-century women of privilege. Adelaide Labille-Guiard's painting "The Comtesse de Selve Making Music" further exemplifies how tutoring extends beyond traditional subjects into artistic pursuits. Tutors not only teach facts but also inspire creativity and passion within their students. As depicted in historical engravings from Army & Navy Catalogue April 1902, tutoring was not limited to nobility or academia; it reached all corners of society—providing opportunities for personal growth regardless of social status or background. Tutoring is more than just transferring knowledge.