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Perilous Collection

"Perilous: A Glimpse into the Extraordinary" Step into a world of peril and adventure, where danger lurks at every turn

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Perilous Collection: Deux meres ( Two Mothers ), 1888. Artist: Leon-Maxime Faivre
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Perilous Collection: Hippo, Hippopotamus amphibius
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Perilous Collection: Nichiren Calming the Storm, 19th century. Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
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Perilous Collection: Steeplejacks working on the north west tower chimney of Battersea Power Station
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Perilous Collection: Pony Express Riders, c. 1860 (b / w photo)
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Perilous Collection: Collecting Eggs at Flamborough Head
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Perilous Collection: Hippos fighting
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Perilous Collection: Balloon descending into Bristol Channel
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Perilous Collection: The Rescue of Zaidi; H. M. Stanleys Anglo-American Expeditio
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Perilous Collection: Ulysses Lands on the Isle of Calypso, 1737. Artist: Pierre Charles Tremolieres
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Perilous Collection: Watching Cricket at The Oval, From a Gasometer
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Perilous Collection: The Great Blondini - walking the high wire above four lions
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Perilous Collection: From Under the Sea, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: In Manus Tuas Domine, 1879 (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: Packers ascending summit of Chilkoot Pass, during the Klondike Gold Rush (1897-98) 1898 (b/w photo)
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Perilous Collection: A Difficult Crossing (colour litho)
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Perilous Collection: Two Knights Jousting at a Tournament in Germany (etching)
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Perilous Collection: Deadly Pole, back cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre
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Perilous Collection: Ascent of the Dent Blanche, 1898 (colour engraving)
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Perilous Collection: A Difficult Landing, illustration from The Romance of Canada (colour litho)
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Perilous Collection: When the Sleeper Wakes (litho)
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Perilous Collection: A Perilous Moment, illustration from The Romance of Canada (colour litho)
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Perilous Collection: He drew her and the baby safe upon a ledge of rock (colour litho)
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Perilous Collection: Alpacas on a mountain path, illustration from Helpers Without Hands by Gladys Davidson
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Perilous Collection: Fron cover of Helpers Without Hands by Gladys Davidson, published in 1919 (colour litho)
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Perilous Collection: Bobtail sheepdog and flock on cliffs, illustration from Helpers Without Hands by Gladys Davidson
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Perilous Collection: Storm on the Norwegian coast, 1879 (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: Down from the mountain (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: Flowers bloom along the Abano pass in Tusheti, Georgia
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Perilous Collection: Page from The Legend of Barlaam and Ioasaph, attributed to St
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Perilous Collection: After a Storm (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: Saved, 1889 (etching on cream wove paper)
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Perilous Collection: Samuel Drews perilous Adventure with the Smugglers (engraving)
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Perilous Collection: An R. A. M. C. feat hard to match: bringing wounded down the cliff during the Suvla Bay
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Perilous Collection: Shipwreck (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: An American Ship in Distress, 1841 (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: Newly Discovered Mines in the Rocky Mountains, from Frank Leslie
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Perilous Collection: Apache Ambush (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: Firemen rescuing a young woman hanging onto the outside of a burning building on the Rue Thevenot
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Perilous Collection: The difficult terrain of the Marne strained the advance of forces (b / w photo)
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Perilous Collection: Runner delivering orders to the Front Line, 1914-19 (litho)
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Perilous Collection: Zanjueelah, the boatman of the rapids, from The Victoria Falls, Zambesi River
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Perilous Collection: Prospectors climbing the Chilkoot Pass during the Klondike Gold Rush (1897-98) (b / w photo)
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Perilous Collection: H. M. S. Investigator in the Pack, 8th October 1850, engraved by E
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Perilous Collection: Wells Fargo stagecoach messengers armed with shotguns and Winchester repeating rifles
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Perilous Collection: Coyney twined the stout rope round his left arm (engraving)
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Perilous Collection: Siberian Tiger Attacking a Cossack (oil on canvas)
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Perilous Collection: The Wreck of the Grosvenor, 1783 (oil on canvas)


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"Perilous: A Glimpse into the Extraordinary" Step into a world of peril and adventure, where danger lurks at every turn. In Leon-Maxime Faivre's masterpiece "Deux meres (Two Mothers), 1888, " we witness the precarious journey of motherhood, navigating treacherous waters to protect their young. The mighty Hippopotamus amphibius emerges from the depths, showcasing its immense power and ferocity. These colossal creatures engage in a fierce battle for dominance, reminding us of nature's untamed perils. Utagawa Kuniyoshi captures the essence of chaos in "Nichiren Calming the Storm. " As waves crash against a fragile boat, Nichiren bravely calms the tempestuous sea, defying imminent danger with unwavering resolve. In an era long gone by, Pony Express Riders risked life and limb to deliver messages across vast distances. The black-and-white photograph transports us back to c. 1860 when these fearless riders braved harsh terrains and hostile elements on their perilous journeys. At Flamborough Head, brave souls collect eggs precariously perched on towering cliffs. Their daring feat showcases both their resilience and determination as they navigate treacherous heights for sustenance. Steeplejacks working on Battersea Power Station's north-west tower chimney defy gravity as they scale dizzying heights fearlessly. Their skilled hands ensure that even amidst great peril, structures stand tall against all odds. A balloon gracefully descends into Bristol Channel—a breathtaking sight that combines beauty with inherent risk-taking. The intrepid adventurers aboard face uncertainty as they embrace thrilling adventures high above solid ground. "The Rescue of Zaidi; H. M Stanley's Anglo-American Expedition" portrays an audacious rescue mission through uncharted territories—an expedition fraught with dangers yet driven by compassion and bravery that transcends borders. From atop a gasometer overlooking The Oval, cricket enthusiasts observe the sport's timeless battles.