Advances Collection

Andrei Kolmogorov, Soviet mathematician
Andrei Kolmogorov (1903-1987), Soviet mathematician. Kolmogorov is widely considered one of the most prominent mathematicians of the 20th century

German Tanks Advance
A German tank column, accompanied by infantry, advances into Russia

Hoisting Hops
Hoisting pokes of hops onto a drying platform. Despite modern advances such as mechanical hop presses, horses were still being used for hoisting the pokes (sacks). Date: 1930s

German Tanks in Russia
A German tank, accompanied by infantry, advances across the Russian steppes

Goats Advances Rebuffed
A goats amorous advances are rebuffed : What, me go out with you ? You must be kidding !

Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - Advance to Victory! Date: circa mid-1970s

WW1 - Dardanelles Campaign - Australians cornering the enemy
WW1 - Dardanelles Campaign - Progress in Gallipoli as the Australian troops advance up hill, yet corner and attack a Turkish detachmment

THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT
The Queen of the Night saves her daughter Pamina from the amorous advances of Monostatos. Date: first performed 1791

MAGIC FLUTE LIEBIG 3
(The Magic Flute) Act 1, Scene 10 : Monostatos makes unwelcome advances to the captive Pamina, but Papageno scares him away and tells Pamina about Tamino. Date: first performed 1791

Dialogue between a man and a girl (b / w photo)
3094178 Dialogue between a man and a girl (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dialogue between a man and a girl)

I know what you want but you ain t going to get it (colour litho)
3641714 I know what you want but you ain t going to get it (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I know what you want but you ain t going to get it)

I am very bored (colour litho)
3641737 I am very bored (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I am very bored. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Do it now (litho)
3643435 Do it now (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Do it now! Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho)
3096877 Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho) by Bonvoisin, Maurice Charles Mathieu (Mars) (1849-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Would a body mind (colour litho)
3642815 Would a body mind (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Would a body mind? Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

As cold as any stone (colour litho)
3642817 As cold as any stone (colour litho) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: As cold as any stone. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The lady slavey (colour litho)
3641729 The lady slavey (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The lady slavey. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Broken Fan. Sexual seduction. 18th century
6317658 The Broken Fan. Sexual seduction. 18th century. by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: The Broken Fan. A man is trying to seduce a lady)

Young woman, approached by suitor with flower over wall (chromolitho)
975847 Young woman, approached by suitor with flower over wall (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman)

Pa gets into hot water (chromolitho)
2816121 Pa gets into hot water (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pa gets into hot water. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The boy with the way wid him (colour litho)
2797958 The boy with the way wid him (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boy with the way wid him. Postcard, early 20th century)

Man making advances on fashionable lady (colour photo)
2804577 Man making advances on fashionable lady (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man making advances on fashionable lady)

Keep still, Cookey (colour litho)
2800786 Keep still, Cookey (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Keep still, Cookey. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Spooning in the dressing room (chromolitho)
2816122 Spooning in the dressing room (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spooning in the dressing room. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Poster advertising the publication of La Bete Humaine by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in La Vie Populaire, c
CHT170443 Poster advertising the publication of La Bete Humaine by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in La Vie Populaire, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris

The First Attack (colour litho)
726781 The First Attack (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Attack, from the picture by Seymour Lucas, ARA, RI)

Alpheus and Arethusa (oil on canvas)
778246 Alpheus and Arethusa (oil on canvas) by Maratta or Maratti, Carlo (1625-1713); 78x96 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Captain Jessamy learning the Proper Discipline of the Couch, c
695579 Captain Jessamy learning the Proper Discipline of the Couch, c.1782 (hand-coloured mezzotint) by English School, (18th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Trop Novice (Too Inexperienced) (colour litho)
3098575 Trop Novice (Too Inexperienced) (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trop Novice (Too Inexperienced)

A kiss on the sly (colour photo)
3093509 A kiss on the sly (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A kiss on the sly. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Cupid advances to the altar of loyalty. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by William Nelson Gardiner after an illustration by Princess Elizabeth from Thomas Parks Cupid Turned Volunteer, London, 1804

The War of the Doctors of the 18th and 19th Centuries, 1854 (coloured engraving)
CHT176054 The War of the Doctors of the 18th and 19th Centuries, 1854 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Histoire de la Medecine, Paris

Republican propaganda in support of the foundation of the Third Republic, c
CHT177256 Republican propaganda in support of the foundation of the Third Republic, c.1881 (coloured engraving) (see also 162979 and 162980) by French School

Spooning up the river (chromolitho)
2805176 Spooning up the river (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spooning up the river. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Chef and maid (colour litho)
3641734 Chef and maid (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef and maid. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

WW1 - The War in the East - Russias progress - 1914. 1914

WW1 - The War in the West - The Allies Advance - 1914. The Battle of the Aisne. 1914

WW1 - Mons and our Masterly Move - 1914
WW1 - Mons and our Masterly Move - Field Marshall Sir John Frenchs Historical Dispatch explained. A pictorial map showing the famous British Expeditionary Force (BEF)

WW1 - The Enemys Eastern Frontier - 1914
WW1 - The Enemys Eastern Frontier - The Splendid work of Russian Strategy. Pictorial map showing the strategy of Russian Commanders

The Missionary advances Civilisation by the Promotion of Learning, and the Establishment of Printing Presses (engraving)
1594524 The Missionary advances Civilisation by the Promotion of Learning, and the Establishment of Printing Presses (engraving) by English School

The Russian Annexation of Merv, Map showing the Advances of Russia towards India in the Years 1734, 1836, 1863, 1867
1061495 The Russian Annexation of Merv, Map showing the Advances of Russia towards India in the Years 1734, 1836, 1863, 1867, 1874, 1876, 1881, 1884 (engraving) by English School

Dutch Courtship, c. 1661 (oil on panel)
450130 Dutch Courtship, c.1661 (oil on panel) by Sorgh, Hendrik Martensz (1611-70); 29.8x25.4 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; eHolburne Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

The Volunteers, Notes at a Brighton Review (engraving)
1054440 The Volunteers, Notes at a Brighton Review (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volunteers, Notes at a Brighton Review)

Duncan Gray (chromolitho)
972978 Duncan Gray (chromolitho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duncan Gray)

Madame Sarah Bernhardt in Sardous "Gismonda"(engraving)
1039146 Madame Sarah Bernhardt in Sardous " Gismonda" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Sarah Bernhardt in Sardous " Gismonda")

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"Advances: From Propaganda to Progress" In a world filled with diverse narratives, advances take on various forms. From the Greek Anti-Turkish Propaganda Postcard depicting historical tensions, to Andrei Kolmogorov's groundbreaking contributions as a Soviet mathematician, progress is evident in every corner. The image of German Tanks Advancing showcases the power and might of military machinery, while Hoisting Hops symbolizes advancements in agriculture and brewing techniques. As German Tanks make their way through Russia, we witness both the destructive force of war and the relentless pursuit of territorial gains. Even nature has its own tale to tell - Goats Advances Rebuffed reminds us that not all endeavors are met with success. However, Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - Advance to Victory. Inspires hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Looking back at history, we see Australians cornering their enemies during WW1's Dardanelles Campaign. This momentous event highlights strategic advancements made by brave soldiers fighting for their nations' interests. Artistic expressions also contribute to our understanding of advances. The Queen of the Night from Mozart's opera "Magic Flute Liebig 3" captivates audiences with its enchanting melodies and theatrical innovations. Meanwhile, Cambrai road Army advances dated September 7th, 1918 signifies significant progress on the battlefield during World War I. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, humanity strives forward towards victory. Finally, Dialogue between a man and a girl (b/w photo) captures an intimate exchange between two individuals – showcasing how personal connections can advance understanding and empathy in society. From political propaganda to scientific breakthroughs; from military conquests to artistic triumphs; from battles fought on distant lands to conversations held close at heart – these glimpses into different realms demonstrate that advances come in many shapes and sizes. They shape our past while propelling us towards an ever-evolving future.