Paperwork Collection

Kittens Playing on Desk, (oil on canvas)
1197583 Kittens Playing on Desk, (oil on canvas) by Neuville, Alfred Brunel de (1852-1941); 55.8x66. cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Helen Kenyon, 13 Apr 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Helen Kenyon, 13 Apr 1918. Helen Kenyon (1884-1978) who helped organize the Vassar Training Camp for Nurses during World War I.

Helen Kenyon, 13 Apr 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Helen Kenyon, 13 Apr 1918. Helen Kenyon (1884-1978) who helped organize the Vassar Training Camp for Nurses during World War I.

Miss Mielke, 22 Oct 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Miss Mielke, 22 Oct 1914. Henry Mielke (b. 1871) his daughter Henrietta (b. 1897) and another man. Henry Mielke was a store owner and member of the "Gold for Iron" (Gold fur Eisen)

Asst. Sec'y of the Navy Soley, between 1890 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Asst. Sec'y of the Navy Soley, between 1890 and 1901

Capt. N.H. Farquhar, Bureau of Yards and Docks, between 1890 and 1894. Creator: Unknown
Capt. N.H. Farquhar, Bureau of Yards and Docks, between 1890 and 1894

Agricultural Labourers Union at the Memorial Hall, Farringdon-Street...1876. Creator: Unknown
Agricultural Labourers Union at the Memorial Hall, Farringdon-Street, [London]: Delegates signing Petition, 1876. About a thousand persons from different parts of the country were present

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Theodore Roosevelt sitting at his desk in the White House, 1900s, (2023). American politician Theodore Roosevelt Junior (1858-1919)

Les Soubresauts de la Russie; Un bureau de recrutement pour engages volontaires... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Les Soubresauts de la Russie; Un bureau de recrutement pour engages volontaires a Petrograd, en juillet et aout 1917: tandis que l'armee reguliere se desagregeait

Latin America Against Germany; On the same day, Mr. Wenceslao Braz, President... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Latin America Against Germany; On the same day, Mr. Wenceslao Braz, President of the Republic of Brazil, signed the decree declaring war on Germany. On the President's left, standing, Mr

Dissolution of the Eastern Front; Signing the armistice of Brest-Litovsk.. 1917. Creator: Unknown
Dissolution of the Eastern Front; Signing the armistice of Brest-Litovsk, December 15, 1917: on the left, the delegates of the central powers; on the right

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Friedrich Engels studying, late 19th century, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Friedrich Engels studying, late 19th century, (2023). Engels (1820-1895) was a German socialist, and collaborator and supporter of Karl Marx

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Friedrich Engels studying, late 19th century, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Friedrich Engels studying, late 19th century, (2023). Engels (1820-1895) was a German socialist, and collaborator and supporter of Karl Marx

The Council of the Society of Artists, 1903. Creator: Sven Richard Bergh
The Council of the Society of Artists, 1903. Swedish Board of the Norwegian Federation of Artists: Christian Eriksson,   Robert Thegerstrom, Nils Kreuger , Karl Nordstrom

President Reuterholm opens the Armfeltska letters...in 1794, (late 18th-early 19th century). Creator: Pehr Hörberg
President Gustaf Adolf Reuterholm opens the Armfeltska letters at Stockholm Palace in 1794, (late 18th-early 19th century)

Portrait of Rev. William Mason, 1779. Creator: William Doughty
Portrait of Rev. William Mason, 1779

Ancient "cist", found in Westminster Abbey, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Ancient "cist", found in Westminster Abbey, 1860. Example of...a "cist" as it was called, about four feet long and eighteen inches square

Ancient "forcer", found in Westminster Abbey, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Ancient "forcer", found in Westminster Abbey, 1860. Object...called a "forcer"...[it] is nearly round, and about two feet in diameter and one foot in depth

Portrait of a man with a hat and a grey wig, to the right, 1720-1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
Portrait of a man with a hat and a grey wig, to the right, 1720-1792. Left hand resting on papers on a table. Possibly by Aert Schouman

Pieter Merkus, Governor-General, 1844-1851. Creator: Unknown
Pieter Merkus, Governor-General, 1844-1851. Portrait of Dutch colonial administrator Pieter Merkus (1787-1844), Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies 1841-1844. Copy after Jan Willem Pieneman

Glazier Stove Company, treasurer's room, Chelsea, Mich. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: William H. Jackson
Glazier Stove Company, treasurer's room, Chelsea, Mich. between 1900 and 1910

Regency piece, 1789. Creator: Jan Bulthuis
Regency piece, 1789. Regentenstuk. Four unknown men sitting around a table, a servant on the right, and on the left a young man

Session of Commissioners to receive the Liberale Gifte...12 September 1747, (1748). Creator: Jacobus Buys
Session of Commissioners to receive the Liberale Gifte, or 50th penny, 12 September 1747, (1748). Men sitting and standing around a table, a woman leaves the room reading a piece of paper

Old Man in his Study, 1833. Creator: George Gillis Haanen
Old Man in his Study, 1833

La victoire de Douaumont-Vaux (24 octobre-2 novembre 1916); le general Mangin, commandant... 1916. Creator: Unknown
La victoire de Douaumont-Vaux (24 octobre-2 novembre 1916); le general Mangin, commandant un groupement de divisions sur la rive droite de la Meuse, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

La victoire de Douaumont-Vaux (24 octobre-2 novembre 1916); le general Nivelle, commandant... 1916 Creator: Unknown
La victoire de Douaumont-Vaux (24 octobre-2 novembre 1916); le general Nivelle, commandant la deuxieme armee, a sa table de travail, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Mr. Kruger's Portrait, Hung in the Raad-Saal at Pretoria, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Kruger's Portrait, Hung in the Raad-Saal at Pretoria, c1900. South African Boer leader Paul Kruger, President of Transvaal. Engraving after a photograph

Portrait of Nicolaes Witsen (1641-1717), 1688. Creator: Michiel van Musscher
Portrait of Nicolaes Witsen (1641-1717), 1688. Politician, mayor of Amsterdam. Document reads: Request...Den Wel Edelen Heer Mr. Nicolaas Witsen, Regerend Burgermeester, 1688

Group of men in 17th-century costume at a table with a Nautilus cup, 1873

Five men in interior, c.1837-c.1903. Creator: Jan Striening
Five men in interior, c.1837-c.1903

Johan Paul Graaf van Limburg Stirum, Governor-General, 1920. Creator: M. Loebell
Johan Paul Graaf van Limburg Stirum, Governor-General, 1920. Johan Paul, Count of Limburg-Stirum (1873-1948) was Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies 1916-1921

The Lawyer's Office, 1628. Creator: Pieter de Bloot
The Lawyer's Office, 1628

Family Group in an Interior, 1744. Creator: Frans van der Mijn
Family Group in an Interior, 1744

Stenographers room, Mulford & Petry Co. (1904?). Creator: Unknown. Stenographers room, Mulford & Petry Co. (1904?)
Stenographers room, Mulford & Petry Co. (1904?)

Sue Dorsey, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Sue Dorsey, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Sue Dorsey, 1918

Sue Dorsey, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Sue Dorsey, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Sue Dorsey, 1918

Miss Fox at Desk, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Miss Fox at Desk, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Miss Fox at Desk, 1918

Commr. George N. Peek, Finished Products Div. War Industries Board, 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Commr. George N
Commr. George Nelson Peek, Finished Products Div. War Industries Board, 1918. Economist, business executive, civil servant

Edgar Rickard, Executive Asst. U.S. Food Administration, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Edgar Rickard, Executive Asst
Edgar Rickard, Executive Assistant, U.S. Food Administration, 1917. Mining engineer

Piez, Charles. V.P. Einer, Fleet Carpn. [sic], 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Piez, Charles. V.P. Einer, Fleet Carpn
Charles Piez, Vice President, Einer, Fleet Corporation. 1917. German-American mechanical engineer, President of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Gaylord M. Saltzgaber of Ohio, Commr. Pensions, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Gaylord M. Saltzgaber of Ohio, Commr
Gaylord Miller Saltzgaber of Ohio, Commissioner of Pensions, 1913

Robert Jackson Sworn in As Justice, Washington, D.C. July 11 1941. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Robert H. Jackson Sworn in As Justice, Washington, D.C. July 11 1941. Robert [Houghwout] Jackson Was Sworn in As Associate Justice of The Supreme Court in President Roosevelt's Office Before An

Cato Sells, Commr. Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior Department, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Cato Sells, Commr
Cato Sells, Commissioner, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior Department, 1913

Cato Sells, Commr. Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior Department, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Cato Sells, Commr
Cato Sells, Commissioner, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior Department, 1913

Dr. F.F. Simpson, Lt. Col. U.S.A. Head of Medical Division of War Industries...1917 Creator: Harris & Ewing. Dr. F.F
Dr. F.F. Simpson, Lt. Col. U.S. Army, of Pittsburgh, Head of Medical Division of War Industries Board And C.N.D. During World War, at Desk, 1917

Dr. F.F. Simpson, Lt. Col. U.S.A. Head of Medical Division of War Industries...1917 Creator: Harris & Ewing. Dr. F.F
Dr. F.F. Simpson, Lt. Col. U.S. Army, of Pittsburgh, Head of Medical Division of War Industries Board And C.N.D. During World War, at Desk, 1917

Fred C. Wolcott, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Unknown
Fred C. Wolcott, 1917 or 1918

Manton M. Wyvell, Private Secretary To Sec. Bryan, State Department, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Manton M. Wyvell, Private Secretary To Sec. Bryan, State Department, 1913

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"Paperwork: A Symphony of Chaos and Order" In this captivating oil on canvas, we witness an unexpected scene unfold. Amidst a cluttered desk, where stacks tower like skyscrapers, mischievous kittens find solace in their playful antics. Their tiny paws dance across the scattered documents, leaving paw prints as if to claim ownership over bureaucracy itself. The monochromatic palette of "Junge schwarz weiss" adds a touch of nostalgia to the image. It transports us back to simpler times when children found joy in simple pleasures like drawing, just as the zeichnendes Mädchen does here with unwavering focus. The Jungenportrait captures a moment frozen in time – innocence juxtaposed against the weighty responsibilities that await them. Amongst this chaotic symphony lies the Mandelstrauch - a symbol of resilience amidst adversity. Its delicate blossoms remind us that even within mundane tasks lie hidden beauty waiting to be discovered. Delving into history's archives, we stumble upon remnants from two iconic ships – RMS Titanic and RMS Queen Mary. These artifacts serve as reminders that behind every piece lies tales untold; stories etched onto pages by those who sailed through life's turbulent waters. Neville Chamberlain takes center stage at his desk - first as British politician and later as Prime Minister. His stern countenance reflects the gravity with which he approached his duties; each document scrutinized for its potential impact on national affairs. Yet beyond political corridors and grandeur offices lie ordinary people working tirelessly to keep our world turning smoothly. In bustling office spaces depicted here, individuals navigate mountains with determination and precision - their collective efforts ensuring society functions seamlessly. Harry Pollitt emerges from these scenes twice over - Secretary of the Communist Party etched into history books for his unwavering dedication towards ideological pursuits. Through him, we glimpse how paper can become both weapon and shield, shaping destinies and ideologies alike.