Drinking Collection (page 4)

The Man with the Load of Mischief, 18th century, (1943). Creator: William Hogarth
The Man with the Load of Mischief, 18th century, (1943). A man with a chain and padlock round his neck, carrying a " load of mischief" : a woman holding a glass of gin rides on his back

Picture No. 10780619
Ethiopia - child surma: tribe of south west Ethiopia. Taking and drinking the blood of a cow Date:

John Mayall of the Bluesbreakers, with wife Pamela, rests in the band room between performances, The Flamingo Club, Wardour Street, Soho, London, in the early hours of Sunday 2nd January 1966

Princess Margaret smoking with cigarette holder and drinking orange at the Pye TV awards at the Grosvenor House hotel

Two women stop at a pub to have a pint of beer while shopping on Kings Road in Chelsea, London. April 1975 75-2156-004

Kyrenia Castle and Harbour at Dusk, Kyrenia, North Cyprus

Turkish tea served in the typical tulip shaped glass

Restaurant, Ortygia, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

CARTOON: GOUT, c1815. Origin of the Gout. An upper class man playing the cello finds his gouty leg burned by a devil. Colored etching by Henry William Bunbury, c1815

Singer Tom Jones drinking a pint of beer at Cesars Palace Nightclub. 11th October 1967

Actor Jack Wild who played the role of the Artful Dodger in the 1968 Lionel Bart musical film Oliver! Pictured at home. 28th February 1969

Frank Sinatra escorted Shirley Anne Field to Pigalle in the company of Mr and Mrs Peter lawford, Mr and Mrs George Stevens the director and Vic Damone

Sunderland Associated Football Club - Action from Sunderland v West Ham Promotion Match 12 May 1980 - Delighted Sunderland players after the final whistle

Boxer John Conteh drinking beer in the shower December 1978

Men in Irish pub, Cork, Ireland
Three men with pints of Guinness in an Irish pub in Cork, Ireland. One of the men lights a cigarette. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1989

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) resting on top of the two halves of an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. These octopus regularly carry pieces of shell so they can use them as protective

An Advertisement For Wills Coffee House c. 1700, (1944). Creator: Unknown
An Advertisement For Wills Coffee House c.1700, (1944). A trade card advertising Wills Best Coffee Powder at Manwarings Coffee House in Falcon Court over against St Dunstans Church in Fleet Street

William Hogarth Gin Lane
Vintage engraving of showing a scene from William Hogarths Beer Street and Gin Lane. They depict the evils of the consumption of gin as a contrast to the merits of drinking beer

Sloppy Joes Bar, Havana, Cuba, 1951. The world famous Sloppy Joes welcomed tourists for over four decades, and offered over 80 cocktails in addition to the bars own brand of 12 year old rum

The Tea-Room, House of Commons, Westminster, London, 19th century. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume X, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

Victorian gin house, 19th century (late 19th or early 20th century)

Cocktail bar on the Flying Scotsman
The cocktail bar for third class passengers on the Flying Scotsman. Date: 1933

Johnnie Walker advertisement
An advertisement for Johnnie Walker whisky - still going strong. Date: 1927

Picture No. 10780603
Ethiopia - Surma: tribe of south west Ethiopia. Children taking and drinking the blood of a cow. Date:

Drink More Milk poster
Poster issued by the National Milk Publicity Council showing a pretty, and wholesome looking dairy worker enjoying a glass of fresh milk

The Vaux Brewery in Sunderland - on the day that it was announced that the North East hotel was quitting its brewing and wholesaling business to concentrate on its Swallow Hotels

The Beatles George Harrison in the saloon bar of the Prince of Wales Theatre in London 31st May 1964. The Beatles had earlier performed for Brian Epsteins Pops Alive show

Shauna Kyle with her tortoise Nippy who drinks beer 1977

John Inman (Mr Humphries) and Wendy Richard (Miss Brahms) from the cast of the BBC TV situation comedy Are You Being Served seen here celebrating the success of their summer show. August 1976

Dads Army actors at the opening of a new exhibition about the real Dads Army - the Home Guard at the Imperial War Museum Left to right are Private Godfrey played by Arnold Ridley

African cape buffalo drinking from a waterhole in Moremi Game Reserve, on the Okavango Delta

Four cats drinking tea on a Christmas card
Four cats drinking tea and chatting on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Picture No. 11675750
Cheetah adult with cub drinking from water hole. Date:

Harvesters camp at Weasenham, Norfolk, where schoolmasters and clergymen are helping with the harvest. organised by Rev. Gough McCormick vicar of St Michaels Chester Square

Wine Tasters
A group of men tasting wine in a cellar. Original Artwork: Lithograph by Jacott from a painting by JP Hasenclever (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Drunken man staggering home - about to hit lampost
Racing Illustrated - " Some delay at the post!" - a gentleman who has had a serious session at the Old Blue Bell (see 10909661) endeavours to make his way home

Irish Drunk Pat and his drinking logic
Tourist - " I say Pat, why do you always take beer and whiskey Mixed?" Pat - " Shure, yer Anner, if oi dhrink beer oi get full before oi m dhrunk

A scene at a bar in Greenwich Village, after the repeal of Prohibition, 1933
PROHIBITION REPEAL, 1933. A scene at a bar in Greenwich Village, after the repeal of Prohibition, 1933

Our Cats: a domestic history by Louis Wain
A study of domestic cats, including visit to a cat show by Louis Wain. Date: 1884

Man and woman drinking beer in a pub
Isaac meets Rebecca at the Well -- silhouette of a man and a woman drinking beer in a pub. The title is a comic reference to an event in the Old Testament (Genesis 24)

Silhouette of two men drinking beer
The First Drink of the Day -- silhouette of two men drinking beer, probably in a pub

Christian Dior dress, 1953
A woman enjoys a glass of champagne while wearing a Christian Dior evening dress of blue silk organza worn over a number of full net underskirts and embroidered with swags of silver bugle beads

Sulphur Well at Llanwrtyd Wells, Wales - a spa town, which grew up following the discovery of waters with amazing healing properties in 1732, by the Rev. Theophilus Evans

Cave painting, artwork
Cave painting. Artwork of human figures painted on the wall of a cave, including scenes of cooking, drinking, fighting, and social interaction

Dangers of alcoholism, conceptual image

Tea-time, England, 1880s
Upperclass family enjoying afternoon tea in a hothouse, England, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sparrowhawk Accipiter nisus drinking at pool Norfolk spring

Dining Hall, Reedham Orphanage, Purley, Surrey
The dining hall at the Reedham Orphanage, Old Lodge Lane, Purley, Surrey. It was founded by the Rev Dr Andrew Reed, a Congregational Minister

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"From Tea to Beer: A Timeless Tradition of Drinking" Amidst the chaos and destruction of bomb damage in New Cross, a resilient woman finds solace in a simple cup of tea. In the midst of adversity, she embraces the comforting warmth that only a soothing drink can provide. Meanwhile, at a quaint pub, an unlikely companion joins the patrons for some merriment. A Border Terrier dog sits proudly by its owner's side as they enjoy their beer together. It seems even our furry friends appreciate the joys in good company. Across time and literature, it has been woven into tales that captivate our imagination. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight come alive through William McLaren's artistry, reminding us that even legendary knights partake in libations. In another realm altogether, Huggins Beer advertises its refreshing brews with enthusiasm. The allure of their beverage is evident as people gather around to share laughter and camaraderie over pints. Speaking of famous drinkers, Dylan Thomas epitomizes both indulgence and creativity with his love for drinking and smoking. His bohemian lifestyle serves as inspiration for those who seek liberation through artistic expression. Switching gears from smoky bars to elegant tea parties brings us to Steed and Mrs Peel enjoying a sophisticated afternoon tea. As they sip delicately from porcelain cups amidst espionage adventures, it becomes clear that they are be an act steeped in refinement too. Traveling further across Europe takes us to Dublin's Brazen Head pub - established back in 1198 AD. This ancient establishment stands as a testament to centuries-long traditions where locals gather under its historic roof for drinks filled with stories untold. In Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece "The Lady Vanishes, " Googie Withers, Margaret Lockwood, and Sally Stewart find themselves entangled in mystery while sipping on cocktails at an exotic location. Even amidst danger or intrigue; drinking provides a momentary escape from reality.