Wanted Collection (page 2)

A sign in the Harlem section, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A sign in the Harlem section

The Arrest of English Tourists at Frankfort, Germany (engraving)
1041080 The Arrest of English Tourists at Frankfort, Germany (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arrest of English Tourists at Frankfort, Germany)

Illustration for Vanity Fair by Thackeray (litho)
5216576 Illustration for Vanity Fair by Thackeray (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel Crawley is Wanted)

Man trapped in a suit of armour (chromolitho)
5996112 Man trapped in a suit of armour (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man trapped in a suit of armour)

Uncle Williams Present, by Barry Pain (engraving)
1627693 Uncle Williams Present, by Barry Pain (engraving) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uncle Williams Present, by Barry Pain)

Advertisement: A child wanted to dry nurse (type)
982915 Advertisement: A child wanted to dry nurse (type) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement: A child wanted to dry nurse)

Edward Scott (engraving)
1063251 Edward Scott (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Scott, who is " wanted" in connection with the Ardlamont Mystery)

Comic postcard, Couple outside brasserie Date: 20th century

Ned Kelly reward poster, 1880 (litho)
2654917 Ned Kelly reward poster, 1880 (litho) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Ned Kelly (December 1854 - 11 November 1880)

Wanted, a Pointer (engraving)
1614291 Wanted, a Pointer (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wanted, a Pointer. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 October 1885)

Reward poster for Frank James (1843-1915) (litho)
PNP245810 Reward poster for Frank James (1843-1915) (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reward poster for Tom Nixon issued by the Pinkerton National Detective Agency
PNP249831 Reward poster for Tom Nixon issued by the Pinkerton National Detective Agency, 1877 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Workman reading a self help book (colour litho)
5996035 Workman reading a self help book (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Workman reading a self help book)

Cartoon, Poor Blabby has been given no office
Cartoon, Poor Blabby (Henry Labouchere, Liberal MP) has been given no office. And he wanted it badly, too! 1886

In case they wanted us to play! by Minnie Asprey. circa 1918

Tom and Jerry taking the hint at Logics being blown up at Point Nonplus (coloured engraving)
607063 Tom and Jerry taking the hint at Logics being blown up at Point Nonplus (coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856) & George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

A smart check summer outfit designed by Dolly Tree for Maureen O?Sullivan in Woman Wanted (1935). Plaid seersucker was the foundation in red, green and yellow over a white background

Adrienne Ames and Joel McCrea in Woman Wanted (1935)
Adrienne Ames wearing a draped gown by Dolly Tree in Woman Wanted (1935) along with Joel McCrea Date: 1935

Maureen O?Sullivan in Woman Wanted (1935)
A smart and simple two-piece suit of rust silk scattered with white polka dots designed by Dolly Tree for Maureen O?Sullivan in Woman Wanted (1935)

Pinkerton National Detective Agency File for Butch Cassidy
PNP245853 Pinkerton National Detective Agency File for Butch Cassidy (1866-1908/09) and the Sundance Kid (b.1867) (litho) by American School

Wanted poster for Homer van Meter (newsprint)
PNP251785 Wanted poster for Homer van Meter (newsprint) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reward poster for Bill Doolin (1858-96) (litho)
PNP249833 Reward poster for Bill Doolin (1858-96) (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: founder of the Wild Bunch ; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American

Reward poster for Butch Cassidy & Sundance Kid
PNP245854 Reward poster for Butch Cassidy & Sundance Kid, issued by the Great Northern Express Co, 1901 (litho) by American School

Sleeping hotel porter (colour litho)
3094388 Sleeping hotel porter (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sleeping hotel porter. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Barricade on the Rue de Lechelle, Paris, France
Barricade in the Rue de Lechelle, Paris, France, 28 July 1830. Swiss and Lancers wanted to drill the passage but the intrepid workmen resisted so much that they forced their way back. 1830

Cartoon - Wanted, An Assistant. early 19th century

The Sailors Rest Portsmouth (engraving)
1055421 The Sailors Rest Portsmouth (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sailors Rest Portsmouth)

Advertisement: Wanted an out-door apprentice (type)
982888 Advertisement: Wanted an out-door apprentice (type) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement: Wanted an out-door apprentice)

Advertisement: Several hands wanted for a light business (type)
982884 Advertisement: Several hands wanted for a light business (type) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement: Several hands wanted for a light business)

Advertisement: A child wanted to wet nurse (type)
982881 Advertisement: A child wanted to wet nurse (type) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement: A child wanted to wet nurse)

Mexican-American War (1846-48), US recruiting poster, 1846 (engraving)
3470736 Mexican-American War (1846-48), US recruiting poster, 1846 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mexican-American War)

A die-cut Xmas Card of Father Christmas holding a list of presents
3604364 A die-cut Xmas Card of Father Christmas holding a list of presents, his costume covered with red flocking, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School

Great Northern Express Co. reward poster, 1901 (litho)
PNP249837 Great Northern Express Co. reward poster, 1901 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketch of grounds of the Royal Exchange, London, following the fire (engraving)
586692 Sketch of grounds of the Royal Exchange, London, following the fire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketch of grounds of the Royal Exchange)

Toby is wanted (engraving)
1620718 Toby is wanted (engraving) by Garland, Henry (1854-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Toby is wanted. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 December 1867)

There was a young Woman of Hessle (engraving)
3622921 There was a young Woman of Hessle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: There was a young Woman of Hessle)

There was a young Fellow of Croy (engraving)
3622898 There was a young Fellow of Croy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: There was a young Fellow of Croy)

Tom and Jerry taking the hint at Logics being blown up at Point Nonplus or, long wanted by John... (colour litho)
2803038 Tom and Jerry taking the hint at Logics being blown up at Point Nonplus or, long wanted by John... (colour litho) by Cruikshank

Reward Poster for Billy the Kid (1859-81) (litho)
PNP245858 Reward Poster for Billy the Kid (1859-81) (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright

Mountaineering in Switzerland (engraving)
1054184 Mountaineering in Switzerland (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mountaineering in Switzerland)

Art Caricature in Germany (engraving)
1060545 Art Caricature in Germany (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art Caricature in Germany)

Reward poster for John Dillinger, 1933 (print)
PNP252338 Reward poster for John Dillinger, 1933 (print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reward poster for Belle Starr, c. 1882 (print)
PNP252357 Reward poster for Belle Starr, c.1882 (print) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Recruiting in the late eighteenth century (engraving)
6029386 Recruiting in the late eighteenth century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recruiting in the late eighteenth century)

The girl who wanted a small waist (litho)
5227072 The girl who wanted a small waist (litho) by Gibson, Charles Dana (1867-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The girl who wanted a small waist)

Cupid as an army recruiter (colour litho)
3096303 Cupid as an army recruiter (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cupid as an army recruiter. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Wanted (engraving)
1063444 Wanted (engraving) by Calkin, Lance (1859-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wanted. Illustration for The Graphic, 23 December 1893.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Junkers Ju 88 D-1 / Trop FE-1598
(ex Royal Romanian Air Force) - Junkers Ju 88 D-1/Trop FE-1598 (Werk Nr. 430650 / HK959 / Baksheesh ), in outdoor storage / display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force

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"Wanted: Brave Hearts and Strong Souls" In the midst of history's turning points, these captivating posters emerged as beacons of opportunity, summoning individuals to step forward and make a difference. From the Welsh Guards to the Metropolitan Police, from wartime recruitment drives to combating notorious criminals like in The Great Train Robbery, each poster tells a tale of courage and dedication. During the inter-war period, British military posters adorned street corners with their striking imagery. Proudly displaying the valorous Welsh Guards in their resplendent uniforms or showcasing the might of our armed forces, these posters sought out those who were willing to serve their country with unwavering loyalty. Not limited to just military endeavors, law enforcement agencies also sought fresh recruits through eye-catching designs. The Metropolitan Police beckoned for brave souls ready to uphold justice on every corner of London's bustling streets. Their message was clear - only those with an indomitable spirit need apply. As World War II loomed large over Europe's horizon, another iconic poster urged women across Britain to join the Wrens (Women's Royal Naval Service). Encouraging them not only to support but actively participate in defending their nation during its darkest hour. The call for service transcended eras; even during World War I when imperialism held sway over global affairs. Recruitment posters implored young men from all walks of life to enlist in defense of king and country – promising adventure and camaraderie amidst tumultuous times. These powerful images served as reminders that heroes are made by ordinary people answering extraordinary calls. They encapsulate a time when duty prevailed above personal aspirations; where selflessness triumphed over fear. Today we look back at these vintage treasures with awe and admiration for those who heeded such calls. These "wanted" signs forever etched into history remind us that bravery knows no bounds – it is found within everyday individuals who dare greatly when called upon by their nation.