Messages Collection (page 7)

A Windy Day under the Cherry Trees, c. 1797. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
A Windy Day under the Cherry Trees, c. 1797

Royal Messenger. 15th century (miniature)
6437665 Royal Messenger. 15th century (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Science. Communication. Royal messenger bringing a letter to a lord)

George du Maurier s, 1876
3479304 George du Maurier s, 1876 by Du Maurier, George (1834-96); (add.info.: George du Mauriers vision of the uses to which the telephone would put)

Air-Commodore Sir Charles Kingsford Smith (right) and Harry Ulm reading messages of congratulation on arrival at
6009092 Air-Commodore Sir Charles Kingsford Smith (right) and Harry Ulm reading messages of congratulation on arrival at Croydon after completing their record flight from Australia (b/w photo)

Projector for magnifying microscopic telegraph messages (litho)
5997198 Projector for magnifying microscopic telegraph messages (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Projector for magnifying microscopic telegraph messages)

Man who did not write to his friends (colour litho)
6030033 Man who did not write to his friends (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man who did not write to his friends)

The Messenger, 1815 (oil on canvas)
877129 The Messenger, 1815 (oil on canvas) by Drolling, Martin (1752-1817); 45.5x55.8 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; French, out of copyright

The families of the fighting soldiers in Africa filmed at the Milan Arena because there... (colour litho)
2808443 The families of the fighting soldiers in Africa filmed at the Milan Arena because there... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Before the action, the offices of an army command, while preparing an operation (colour litho)
2777548 Before the action, the offices of an army command, while preparing an operation (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Before the action)

Mouse on a rosebush (colour litho)
3094210 Mouse on a rosebush (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mouse on a rosebush. Postcard, early 20th century)

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - On Leave
This little lass looks as if she is going on holiday - she has an umbrella! Despite the war people still took breaks and this sort of postcard featured regularly in messages back home

London messenger boy (colour litho)
3093604 London messenger boy (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London messenger boy)

Messages of love to soldiers (colour photo)
3091189 Messages of love to soldiers (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messages of love to soldiers)

WW2 - Orders by means of the Ardente Loud Hailer
Captain to Captain - The Commander of a Corvette at Sea giving orders by means of the Ardente " Loud Hailer, " which has a remarkable Acoustic Range 1941

Runner delivering orders to the Front Line, 1914-19 (litho)
STC359835 Runner delivering orders to the Front Line, 1914-19 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

A Motor-car as a travelling Generating-station: the Interior of a German military
STC312647 A Motor-car as a travelling Generating-station: the Interior of a German military wireless signalling-station during the war

Xmas entertainments, 1875-1876 (chromolitho)
731728 Xmas entertainments, 1875-1876 (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Xmas entertainments, 1875-1876)

The army telegraph - setting up the wire during an action, Harpers Weekly, v
3740279 The army telegraph - setting up the wire during an action, Harpers Weekly, v.7, 24th January 1863 (print) by American School, (19th century); University of Michigan

The Piano Proposal (colour litho)
3096429 The Piano Proposal (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Piano Proposal)

Girl writing on a wall (colour litho)
3095020 Girl writing on a wall (colour litho) by Kirchner, Raphael (1876-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl writing on a wall)

The good Communique, the troops of the other sectors learn with great joy the recent successes of... (colour litho)
2808664 The good Communique, the troops of the other sectors learn with great joy the recent successes of... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Patriotic poster, Buy British - Broadcast this message
Buy British - Broadcast this message to your friends. Part of a government campaign to tackle a balance of payments crisis, reinforced by a speech by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII)

Carrier pigeons - including testing the pigeons, playing an important role in the war effort of World War Two. 1941

Christmas Cards (engraving)
1094537 Christmas Cards (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Cards. Illustration for La Vie Parisienne, 26 December 1885.); © Look and Learn

French regimental pigeonnier releasing a carrier pigeon. Pigeons were found useful in World War One to send messages and had not been entirely superseded by wireless telegraphy. Date: 1916

Guglielmo Marconi with his Assistants Kemp and Paget, behind is the experiments kite. Date: 12th December 1901

Guglielmo Marconi (1874 - 1937), Italian inventor and electrical engineer, shown in photograph with his apparatus, after receiving signals at Newfoundland

Transatlantic success, the forest of the telegraph poles at Poldhu Station, Cornwall, from which the first ever wireless message was sent across the Atlantic to Newfoundland. Date: 12th December 1901

Marconis wireless telegraph message, Dover 1899
Guglielmo Marconi, shown here in the photograph with his latest invention, sending a wireless telegraphy from Dover Town Hall to South Foreland Lighthouse, through four miles of cliffs

The spark that speaks across the Atlantic to Canada, Guglielmo Marconi transmitter Date: 1907

Science. Communication. Post. The Valentine letter, Poster by Penfiel for the magazine
3434557 Science. Communication. Post. The Valentine letter, Poster by Penfiel for the magazine Harper s, Febr. c.1895 (poster) by Penfield, Edward (1866-1925); (add.info.: Sciences. Communication)

The language of feet, flirting by playing footsie (chromolitho)
6030652 The language of feet, flirting by playing footsie (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The language of feet)

Nabonidus king of Babylonia, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub. 1915
3614188 Nabonidus king of Babylonia, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Nabonidus king of Babylonia)

The Language of Flowers (colour litho)
3643253 The Language of Flowers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Language of Flowers. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Amplification of telegraphic messages (engraving)
729535 Amplification of telegraphic messages (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bold assault by a postal messenger on the train between Naples and Avellino and theft of important values (colour litho)
2815381 Bold assault by a postal messenger on the train between Naples and Avellino and theft of important values (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Hero Of The Day, Guglielmo Marconi, Inventor Of Wireless Telegraphy Established Heads Across The Ocean
2798620 The Hero Of The Day, Guglielmo Marconi, Inventor Of Wireless Telegraphy Established Heads Across The Ocean (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Instruments for carrying messages (engraving)
608014 Instruments for carrying messages (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Instruments for carrying messages; from The Graphic)

The Revolt in Crete, Insurgents signalling with a Flash Light on the Mountain (litho)
1051050 The Revolt in Crete, Insurgents signalling with a Flash Light on the Mountain (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Revolt in Crete)

Sketches in Telegraph Street (engraving)
1057535 Sketches in Telegraph Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Telegraph Street)

The story of the telegraph (colour litho)
3099323 The story of the telegraph (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The story of the telegraph)

The Errand Boy (engraving)
5220325 The Errand Boy (engraving) by Wilkie, David (1785-1841) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Errand Boy. Illustration for Royal Gems from the Galleries of Europe engraved after)

The Defence of London, the Great Night March of the Guards and Volunteers (litho)
1615139 The Defence of London, the Great Night March of the Guards and Volunteers (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Defence of London)

Valentines Card (litho)
3095542 Valentines Card (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Valentines Card. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The language of eggs, some new designs for Easter eggs to facilitate the exchange of graceful sentiments
1090726 The language of eggs, some new designs for Easter eggs to facilitate the exchange of graceful sentiments and amorous messages (litho) by Robinson

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Communication: From Flags to Pigeons, they have Transcended Time" A journey through history begins with the fluttering flags of the Royal Navy, each color and pattern conveying a message that shaped maritime communication. An illustration captures the essence of anticipation as a rolled paper scroll tied with a golden ribbon holds within it untold stories and heartfelt messages. The haunting echoes of an SOS message from Titanic remind us of the power and urgency behind desperate pleas for help in times of distress. In the midst of World War I, a brave seaplane carrier pigeon soars across enemy lines, carrying vital messages that could mean life or death for soldiers on both sides. A striking poster showcases the valorous efforts of carrier pigeons during wartime, highlighting their role as messengers who bridged gaps between divided forces. Mary Qoss Messenger's name resonates through time as she fearlessly delivered messages amidst chaos and danger during pivotal moments in history. Sailors demonstrate their agility and precision using flag semaphore system, spelling out words without uttering a single sound - an art form lost in modern times but forever etched in our collective memory. As man's best friend takes on new roles throughout history, we witness how even dogs became messengers when they joined forces with Metropolitan Police to maintain order and protect communities. Hidden within plain sight lies invisible ink - an ingenious method used by spies to convey covert messages that only reveal themselves under specific conditions; secrets shared silently yet effectively. Amidst tales about dogs' love for chocolate comes cautionary advice: while sweet treats may bring joy to our furry companions, some indulgences can be harmful - another message we must heed attentively. The Apocalypse Tapestry unravels before our eyes like ancient scrolls unfurling prophecies; its intricate details and vivid colors whisper messages of hope, despair, and the resilience of humanity.