Approval Collection

Poster advertising Shaws Bacon and Hams
Poster advertising Bacon and Ham from Shaws of Limerick. A breakfast luxury, as supplied to royalty

The Arrival of the First Thor Ballistic Missile to RAF Bom
Photograph of the delivery of first Thor Ballistic Missile to an RAF Base in Norfolk, 19th September 1958. Sixty-five feet long

WW1 - Home Front - The Queens Work for Women Fund
After the outbreak of WW1, many women in the textile and clothing industry had lost their jobs as export markets closed, posing a direct threat to their job prospects

Warriors and Druid
Warriors of ancient Gaul seek the approval of the gods for an expedition from a druid priest

Company in a Garden, 1661. Creator: Barend Graat
Company in a Garden, 1661

The marriage proposal, 1839. Creator: Jean Alphonse Roehn
The marriage proposal, 1839

Vice-Rector Greard presenting plans for the new Sorbonne to President Sadi Carnot, 1894. Creator: Alfred Philippe Roll
Vice-Rector Greard presenting plans for the new Sorbonne to President Sadi Carnot, 1894

Gregory Blaxland
A portrait of Gregory Blaxland, who in 1813, obtained approval from Governor Lachlan Macquarie to lead an expedition, consisting of William Lawson

Theatre goes rural
With many London theatres closed, this production of On Approval was rehearsed in a barn in Buckinghamshire, then toured the provinces. Date: 1940

JULIANUS THE APOSTATE an allegorical representation of his death, which occurred in battle while fighting the Persians : god looks on in approval as the pagan dies... Date: 363

John Cabot and his Sons Receive the Charter from Henry VII to Sail in Search of New Lands, 1910 (oil on canvas)
XCF189607 John Cabot and his Sons Receive the Charter from Henry VII to Sail in Search of New Lands, 1910 (oil on canvas) by Eden, Denis William (1878-1949); Palace of Westminster, London

Seel Of Approval Ridden By D.Holland Newmarket Guineas Festival 04 Newmarket Racecourse, Newmarket 03 May 2004 Date: 03 May 2004

Saint Francis before the Pope (The Approva of the Franciscan Rule), 1390/1400. Creator: Spinello Aretino
Saint Francis before the Pope (The Approva of the Franciscan Rule), 1390/1400

10c Pan-American Fast Ocean Navigation frame plate proof, 487. Certified plate proofs are the last printed proof of the plate before printing the stamps at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Pope approving the Carthusian Order (fresco)
3619457 Pope approving the Carthusian Order (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); (add.info.: Presbytery Certosa di Pavia, Presbiterio, Daniele Crespi)

Delegates at the San Francisco Conference approving the Charter of the United Nations, 25 June 1945 (b / w photo)
6015235 Delegates at the San Francisco Conference approving the Charter of the United Nations, 25 June 1945 (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Painters Atelier, 1885 (oil on canvas)
617493 Painters Atelier, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Dantan, Edouard-Joseph (1848-97); 139.7x110.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Grandmothers Blessing (litho)
5997255 Grandmothers Blessing (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grandmothers Blessing)

The Foundation of Carthage: detail showing the city plan presented to Dido (tapestry)
XIR386469 The Foundation of Carthage: detail showing the city plan presented to Dido (tapestry) by Reydams, Heinrich II (fl.1665-1719); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen

Approval of the Carthusian Rule, 1629 (fresco)
3497095 Approval of the Carthusian Rule, 1629 (fresco) by Crespi, Daniele (1597-1630); Certosa di Garegnano, Milan, Italy; (add.info)

Spectators applauding at the Theatre, 1837 (colour litho)
CHT327053 Spectators applauding at the Theatre, 1837 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Formation of the Order of Jesuits in 1540, 1882 (litho)
446523 Formation of the Order of Jesuits in 1540, 1882 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After a favourable report from a congregation of cardinals)

The Proposal (La Demande en Mariage) (oil on canvas)
EG103945 The Proposal (La Demande en Mariage) (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Adrien (1843-1906); Private Collection; Eaton Gallery Fine Paintings, London; French, out of copyright

The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes
NCO190485 The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes, published by William Humphrey in 1784 (hand-coloured etching) by Rowlandson

Cricket in Constantinople (engraving)
1061371 Cricket in Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket in Constantinople)

A proud John Hall pictured at the official opening of the MetroCentre shopping centre in Gateshead. 13th October, 1986

Two Hands and an Eye

Bakers and Bread Loaves Date: 1948

Pretty young woman in Harem Pants
A tall glamorous lady draws approval (and less favourable opinion!) with her choice of new style Harem Pants. Date: 1911

St. Ignatius of Loyola at the feet of Pope Paul III, in the event of the approval of the Society of Jesus, commonly known as Jesuits

Sweethearts, 1892. Artist: Walter Dendy Sadler
Sweethearts, 1892.; interior view showing a young couple talking to an older woman seated in a chair

Voltaire, French author and epitome of the Enlightenment, 18th century. Francois Marie Arouet de Voltaire (1694-1778) in a box at the theatre crowned with laurels as the unique man of all ages

The Grand Old Janus, 1887. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Grand Old Janus, 1887. Gladstone is the statue of Janus, the Roman god of doorways. Janus is usually depicted with two faces looking in different directions

Great Seal of William and Mary, used to symbolise the Sovereigns approval of state documents. King William III of England 1650 - 1702. Prince of Orange, Stadtholder of main Dutch Republic provinces

The Great Seal of Queen Victoria of England, bearing the inscription, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITANNIARUM REGINA FIDEI DEFENSOR, Victoria, by the grace of God, Queen of the Britains

Christ child crowns St. Catherine Mary Christ child
Christ child crowns St. Catherine, Mary with the Christ child on his lap, seated on a throne decorated with foliage in an arbor. Christ crowns St. Catherine kneeling before him

Stage Ichikawa DanjnrAś II Actor Ichikawa DanjnrAś II
Stage Ichikawa Danjuro II Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II, the great Hakuen Nidaime Dai Hakuen Danjuro (title on object) Danjuro family of Kabuki actors (series title)

Glamourised head & shoulders of an Italian soldier
This card is an Official one for the Italian 3d Army. Shadowy church-like spires in the background imply holy approval. WW1 Date: 1915

Albert Courts Victoria
Albert comes courting, Victoria entertains him at the piano while the duchess of Kent and the duke of Sussex look on with approval and even the dog seems to approve Date: 1838

Francis of Assisi & Pope
SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI is given papal approval of his Order by Innocent III.` Date: 1182 - 1226

Couturier at Work 1927
An overweight couturier in a smoking jacket depicted in the throws of creating a fashion masterpiece. His assistant holds some fringing up against a model for his approval. Date: 1927

Text explaining how American Visas work - Tall Ship picture
Text explaining how American Visas work and an inset illustration of an elegant tall ship, a three-master, possibly a tea clipper? Date: 1920s

HONORIUS III (1150-1227). Pope from 1216 to 1227. The Approval of the Order. GHIRLANDAIO, Domenico di Tommaso Bigordi, called (1449-1494). Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Fresco. ITALY. PIEDMONT

Satire on Oppression
A Dutch satire on Spanish oppression : Margaret of Parma and the duke of Alva turn the screw on the Dutch lion, with the approval of the pope and the king of Spain. Date: circa 1567

Source Size = 3829 x 5139
The Lord Chancellor Expressing her Majestys Approval of the Election of Mr. Alderman Evans as Lord Mayor Presenting the Loving Cup in the Princes Chamber of the House of Lords

Pope Paul III (1468-1549) Receiving the Rule of the Society of Jesus, 1540 (engraving)
XIR184728 Pope Paul III (1468-1549) Receiving the Rule of the Society of Jesus, 1540 (engraving) by Malloy, C. (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Tsar and Artist - Nikolay I (1796-1855) in the Artists Atelier, 1883 (oil on canvas)
BAL168245 Tsar and Artist - Nikolay I (1796-1855) in the Artists Atelier, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Villeval de, Bogdan (Gotfrid) Pavlovich (1818-1903); 46.7x40.7 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Gallia and the French Catholic Church watch how the Reformed Church is lashed, Adriaen Haelwegh, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1696

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"Embracing Excellence: A Journey through Time and Space" Step into the past and witness the power as we explore captivating moments in history. From a poster advertising Shaws Bacon and Hams, where mouths watered at the mere sight, to the arrival of the first Thor Ballistic Missile to RAF Bom, marking a groundbreaking achievement. During WW1 on the home front, The Queens Work for Women Fund brought hope and empowerment to countless lives. Warriors and Druids stood united in ancient times, seeking approval from their gods for battles ahead. Gregory Blaxland's courageous exploration earned him well-deserved recognition. Theatre transcends boundaries as it goes rural, winning hearts far beyond city limits with its enchanting performances. JULIANUS THE APOSTATE challenged societal norms by daringly questioning established beliefs. A glamourized head & shoulders portrait of an Italian soldier captures both admiration and approval for his bravery during challenging times. John Cabot's charter from Henry VII granted him permission to sail in search of new lands – an act that would shape history forever. Seel symbolizes trustworthiness while Saint Francis before the Pope showcases divine endorsement of his Franciscan Rule centuries ago. And let us not forget about philately; a 10c Pan-American Fast Ocean Navigation frame plate proof demonstrates meticulous scrutiny before granting stamp-worthy status. Through these diverse snapshots across time periods and themes, one common thread emerges – our innate desire for acceptance and validation. Join us on this remarkable journey celebrating human achievements that have earned society's resounding approval throughout ages.