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"Timeless Advice: From Art to War, from Dogs to Beetles" Las Meninas

Background imageAdvice Collection: Chiromancy: Country girl having her hand read by a fortune teller who sees misfortunes ahead

Chiromancy: Country girl having her hand read by a fortune teller who sees misfortunes ahead
Chiromancy: Country girl having her hand read by an itinerant fortune teller who sees misfortunes ahead

Background imageAdvice Collection: Food Values in our Restaurants, 1917

Food Values in our Restaurants, 1917. The effect of university education for women on everyday life. A waitress, late of Girton College, Cambridge

Background imageAdvice Collection: Spartans asking the Oracle at Delphi whether to make war against Athens, c431 BC (1910)

Spartans asking the Oracle at Delphi whether to make war against Athens, c431 BC (1910). The Priestess of the temple of Apollo at Delphi was the most famous Ancient Greek oracle

Background imageAdvice Collection: Consulting the Delphic Oracle, 19th century

Consulting the Delphic Oracle, 19th century. Known as Pythia, or Sybil, the Priestess of the temple of Apollo at Delphi was the most famous Ancient Greek oracle

Background imageAdvice Collection: Avise, from French Political posters of the Paris Commune, May 1871

Avise, from French Political posters of the Paris Commune, May 1871

Background imageAdvice Collection: Avis, from French Political posters of the Paris Commune, May 1871

Avis, from French Political posters of the Paris Commune, May 1871

Background imageAdvice Collection: Chief of the Florida Indians consulting a magician (shaman) before going into battle, c1780

Chief of the Florida Indians consulting a magician (shaman) before going into battle, c1780. From A New and Complete Collection of Voyages and Travels by John Hamilton Moore

Background imageAdvice Collection: Disinterested Advisers, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain

Disinterested Advisers, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain
Disinterested Advisers, 1875. Turkey is surrounded by Disinterested Advisers in the shape of the Russian Bear and the Eagles representing Austria and Germany

Background imageAdvice Collection: Taking The Doctors Advice, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel

Taking The Doctors Advice, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
Taking The Doctors Advice, 1863. Napoleon III had long had his French fingers in a variety of different European pies. At the beginning of November 1863

Background imageAdvice Collection: Victorian women asking advice of each other

Victorian women asking advice of each other
Vintage engraving of Victorian women asking advice of each other, The Leisure Hour, 1872

Background imageAdvice Collection: WW2 Poster -- Typhus, How Is It Spread?

WW2 Poster -- Typhus, How Is It Spread?
Information poster on typhus and how it is spread. Colour lithograph, British Army anti-typhus medical information poster, after 2nd Lieutenant Stacey Hopper

Background imageAdvice Collection: WW2 Poster -- Keep mum, shes not so dumb

WW2 Poster -- Keep mum, shes not so dumb
Keep mum, shes not so dumb! Careless Talk Costs Lives. Colour photolithograph poster, modern reproduction of a World War Two poster

Background imageAdvice Collection: Road safety poster, Keep a Good Look-Out

Road safety poster, Keep a Good Look-Out! Two children take care when trying to cross a country road

Background imageAdvice Collection: Poster, Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases, WW2

Poster, Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases, WW2
Ministry of Health poster, Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases -- trap the germs in your handkerchief. Help to keep the nation fighting fit. Date: 1940s

Background imageAdvice Collection: Road safety poster, Zebra Crossings

Road safety poster, Zebra Crossings
Road safety poster for children -- for safetys sake use the Zebra Crossings. Z is for Zebra,s for his Stripes

Background imageAdvice Collection: Vintage World War II poster of soldiers running a large artillery gun

Vintage World War II poster of soldiers running a large artillery gun. It reads, For Gunpowder Save Waste Fats, Rush Them To Your Meat Dealer

Background imageAdvice Collection: World War One poster of a man looking through a window as troops march past

World War One poster of a man looking through a window as troops march past
Vintage World War One poster of a man looking through a window as troops march past and an American flag waves. It reads, Enlist, On which side of the window are you?

Background imageAdvice Collection: World War II poster of an engineer rolling up his sleeves and a locomotive in motion

World War II poster of an engineer rolling up his sleeves and a locomotive in motion
Vintage World War II poster of a train engineer rolling up his sleeves and a locomotive steaming down the track. It reads, Lets all get steamed up, keep em rolling

Background imageAdvice Collection: Vintage World War II poster of the American flag and a sign on a brick building

Vintage World War II poster of the American flag and a sign on a brick building. The sign reads, Your War Bonds Are A Stake In The Future

Background imageAdvice Collection: Vintage World War II poster of a tractor plowing a field

Vintage World War II poster of a tractor plowing a field. It reads, Share

Background imageAdvice Collection: Quintus Sertorius

Quintus Sertorius
QUINTUS SERTORIUS Roman general and governor, who as independent ruler of Spain is said to have listened to the advice of his pet deer

Background imageAdvice Collection: Rehoboam accepting the advice of the young men which was to show no weakness in front of his people

Rehoboam accepting the advice of the young men which was to show no weakness in front of his people and to increase taxation. Rehoboam, first king of the Kingdom of Judah, son of Solomon

Background imageAdvice Collection: A man on a white horse, whom Cuthbert believed to be an angel

A man on a white horse, whom Cuthbert believed to be an angel, gave the saint advice on how to cure a swelling on his knee which had made walking impossible. Saint Cuthbert, c. 634 - 687

Background imageAdvice Collection: David KlAocker Ehrenstrahl Disasagan MaD KUNGEN GOES HIS ADVICE... Swedish

David KlAocker Ehrenstrahl Disasagan MaD KUNGEN GOES HIS ADVICE... Swedish
After David Klocker Ehrenstrahl, Disasagan, MAD KUNGEN GOES HIS ADVICE... Swedish, Disasagan Meet the King goes his advice, ...], painting, Oil on canvas, With frame, Height, 195 cm (76.7 inches)

Background imageAdvice Collection: lawyer room richly dressed lawyer sitting front

lawyer room richly dressed lawyer sitting front
At the lawyer, In a room a richly dressed lawyer is sitting in front of the fireplace at a lectern, in front of which is a gesturing man with a hat

Background imageAdvice Collection: Jupiter Semele Stage ensigns opened service painters image holders

Jupiter Semele Stage ensigns opened service painters image holders
Jupiter and Semele Stage of ensigns opened for the service of painters image holders, etc. (series title), Jupiter, with a lightning bolt in his hand, holds the baby of Semele

Background imageAdvice Collection: The Love Letter Engraved By Charles Rolls After Painting By H. Richter

The Love Letter Engraved By Charles Rolls After Painting By H. Richter

Background imageAdvice Collection: Advice From A Caterpillar Illustration By John Tenniel From The Book Alicess Adventures In

Advice From A Caterpillar Illustration By John Tenniel From The Book Alicess Adventures In Wonderland By Lewis Carroll Published 1891

Background imageAdvice Collection: Comic postcard, Couple about to fly in a monoplane - alarming advice from an expert pilot

Comic postcard, Couple about to fly in a monoplane - alarming advice from an expert pilot Date: 20th century

Background imageAdvice Collection: Comic postcard, Mother and daughter at station

Comic postcard, Mother and daughter at station
Comic postcard, Mother giving her daughter advice as she is about to leave on a train Date: 20th century

Background imageAdvice Collection: Victorian man and woman discussing a letter

Victorian man and woman discussing a letter
A Victorian man holding a letter is looking worried while his wife plainly thinks he should read it. From Frank Fairlegh, or Scenes from the Life of A Private Pupila by Frank E Smedley (1818-1864)

Background imageAdvice Collection: abundance, access, accuracy, advice, architecture, assistance, beacon, challenge

abundance, access, accuracy, advice, architecture, assistance, beacon, challenge
Lighthouse above distant maze at sunset

Background imageAdvice Collection: access, advice, architecture, assistance, beacon, blue sky, cloud, cloud computing

access, advice, architecture, assistance, beacon, blue sky, cloud, cloud computing
Lighthouse beaming above clouds in blue sky

Background imageAdvice Collection: Ministry of Food poster, WW2

Ministry of Food poster, WW2, advertising various information leaflets, recipes, etc. Date: 1940s

Background imageAdvice Collection: WW2 poster, Use less Water

WW2 poster, Use less Water! Less Water -- More Shells. Date: 1940s

Background imageAdvice Collection: Demosthenes (384 BC-322 BC)

Demosthenes (384 BC-322 BC)
Illustration of a Demosthenes (384 BC-322 BC)

Background imageAdvice Collection: Road Sign, Eucla, Western Australia

Road Sign, Eucla, Western Australia

Background imageAdvice Collection: World War II poster of two men turning the wheel of a vice, squeezing a Japanese soldier

World War II poster of two men turning the wheel of a vice, squeezing a Japanese soldier
Vintage World War II poster of two men turning the wheel of a vice, squeezing a Japanese soldier. It reads, You and I, Put The Squeeze On The Japanese, Beat The Promise



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"Timeless Advice: From Art to War, from Dogs to Beetles" Las Meninas, 1656 (1939): Diego Velasquez's masterpiece reminds us that sometimes the best advice is hidden in plain sight. Cecil Aldin's illustration of dog walking teaches us the importance of patience and responsibility - valuable advice for both pet owners and humans alike. In times of war, a simple poster urging people to switch off lights serves as a reminder that even small actions can make a big difference - an enduring piece from World War II. The "Rules to be Observed by a Victorian Family" offer insight into the values and etiquette cherished during that era - timeless advice on manners and decorum. A warning sign reading "Cave canem, beware of the dog" at Lake Maggiore reminds us to exercise caution in unfamiliar surroundings - wise counsel applicable anywhere in the world. During World War II, children were safer in the countryside according to evacuation posters - an important lesson about prioritizing safety during times of crisis. The Fire Safety Hop Pickers poster highlights precautions necessary for those working with fire - invaluable guidance still relevant today for anyone handling potentially dangerous situations. A Coughs & Sneezes Poster emphasizes good hygiene practices, reminding us how crucial it is to protect ourselves and others from contagious illnesses through simple measures like covering our mouths when coughing or sneezing. Suffragettes fighting for their rights remind us never to underestimate the power of determination and perseverance when striving for equality – inspiring advice still resonating today. A Colorado Beetle watch poster urges constant vigilance against invasive pests threatening crops – a timely reminder about staying alert against potential threats lurking around us every day. Garden tools symbolize hard work and dedication required for nurturing plants – sound advice not only for gardening enthusiasts but also applicable to various aspects of life.