Pledge Collection

Fall / Pekingese / 1954
CHAMPION CAVERSHAM KU KU OF YAM. Owned by Lunham and De Pledge

Archbishop Manning on Clerkenwell Green, London, 1872
Engraving showing Archbishop Manning administering the pledge, before a large audience on Clerkenwell Green, London, 1872

Naomi and Ruth, 1887 (oil on canvas)
1199590 Naomi and Ruth, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Morgan, Evelyn De (1855-1919); 94x59.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The sacred trireme arrives at Tyre
Arrival at Tyre of the Athenian ambassadors in the sacred trireme, Paralos. They travelled to pledge anew the loyalty of Athens to Alexander the Great. 331BC

The Society of United Irishmen take the oath against English rule (engraving)
PNP286299 The Society of United Irishmen take the oath against English rule (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Historical Pictures; English

Covenanting women: signing the anti-Home-rule pledge
Women take part in the demonstration by signing the anti-Home-rule declaration at Belfast. 1912

Czechoslovaks, France, 30 Jun 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Czechoslovaks, France, 30 Jun 1918. Czech and Slovak soldiers carrying the flag of the Czechoslovak legion during a ceremony on June 30

"Unseemly Love, perhaps a scene of the Widower Joost with Lucia, 2nd scene from the play "De wanheb Creator
"Unseemly Love, perhaps a scene of the Widower Joost with Lucia, 2nd scene from the play "De wanhebbelijke liefde" by CJ van der Lijn ", 1720-1750

Cydippe with the Apple of Acontius, c.1645-c.1655. Creator: Paulus Bor
Cydippe with the Apple of Acontius, c.1645-c.1655. Other Title(s): Mythological Figure, thought to be Pomona

The Mystic Marriage of St Catherine, 1639-1677. Creator: Pieter Thijs
The Mystic Marriage of St Catherine, 1639-1677

Oath of the King, Queen and National Guard to the Fatherland, 1791. Creator: Dubois
Oath of the King, Queen and National Guard to the Fatherland, 1791

O My Fair Warrior!, plate five from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
O My Fair Warrior!, plate five from Othello, 1844

O My Fair Warrior!, plate five from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
O My Fair Warrior!, plate five from Othello, 1844

O My Fair Warrior!, plate five from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
O My Fair Warrior!, plate five from Othello, 1844

The Ceremony of Feudal Service, (c9th-10th century), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Ceremony of Feudal Service, (c9th-10th century), 1890. Formal ceremony during Early Medieval period to create a bond between a lord and his fighting man, or vassal

FALL / GRIFFON / 1962
CHAMPION CAVERSHAM TINTO OF TALBOT HEATH Owned by de Pledge. Date: 1962

Pledge of allegiance to the flag, 8th Division, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Pledge of allegiance to the flag, 8th Division, (1899?)

Juvenile Pledge Card. Facsimilie of first proof by George Cruikshank. From the book The Connoisseur Illustrated
2915281 Juvenile Pledge Card. Facsimilie of first proof by George Cruikshank. From the book The Connoisseur Illustrated published 1903. by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Photo © Hilary Morgan

Sketches at a Temperance Music Hall (engraving)
1054210 Sketches at a Temperance Music Hall (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at a Temperance Music Hall, the Great Central Hall, Bishopsgate)

Indian Wedding; Casamiento Indio, (oil on canvas)
825042 Indian Wedding; Casamiento Indio, (oil on canvas) by Ramos Martinez, Alfredo (1871-1946); 76x88 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian Wedding; Casamiento Indio)

I Tell You Sincerely (Valentine), c. 1840. Creator: George Kershaw
I Tell You Sincerely (Valentine), c. 1840

Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, c
Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Timurid dynasty (ca. 1370-1507), c.1480/90

Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, 1590. Creator: Unknown
Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, 1590

$1 Queen Isabella Pledging Her Jewels single, 1893. Creator: American Bank Note Company
$1 Queen Isabella Pledging Her Jewels single, 1893. Mint

$1 Queen Isabella Pledging Her Jewels imprint block of thirty-two, 1893. Top left Imprint block of 32 $1.00 stamps; imprint

The Cold Water Army Pledge, 1842 (litho)
745905 The Cold Water Army Pledge, 1842 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: The Cold Water Army Pledge by Charles J)

Festive meal on the occasion of the pledge of allegiance recieved by Ferdinand IV
1128016 Festive meal on the occasion of the pledge of allegiance recieved by Ferdinand IV (1633 -1654) King of the Romans, King of Hungary, and King of Bohemia on 5 September 1651 in Vienna

Couple kissing (chromolitho)
5996034 Couple kissing (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple kissing. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Family temperance pledge (coloured engraving)
6032831 Family temperance pledge (coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Family temperance pledge.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Father Mathew in London (engraving)
1100666 Father Mathew in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Mathew in London)

Father Theobald Mathew administering the pledge in London (engraving)
587527 Father Theobald Mathew administering the pledge in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Missions to Seamen, Work in the Downs (engraving)
1591900 The Missions to Seamen, Work in the Downs (engraving) by Cox, Edward Morant (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Missions to Seamen, Work in the Downs)

Poster advertising the Centennial of the Evacuation of New York by the British
NYH188471 Poster advertising the Centennial of the Evacuation of New York by the British on November 25th 1783, 1883 (colour litho) by American School

Blue & Buff Charity, or The Patriarch of the Greek Clergy applying for Relief
NCO193173 Blue & Buff Charity, or The Patriarch of the Greek Clergy applying for Relief, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1793 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Willy Lidl, 1910 (gouache and black crayon on tan paper)
989067 Willy Lidl, 1910 (gouache and black crayon on tan paper) by Schiele, Egon (1890-1918); 31.3x42.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Willy Lidl. Egon Schiele (1890-1918)

Rev Theobald Mathew administering Temperance Pledge
The Very Reverend Theobald Mathew administering the Temperance Pledge. 19th century

Music cover, A Thing He Had Never Done Before, written and composed by C W Murphy, sung by George Robey. 1911

The Pledge
LLM459397 The Pledge by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pledge. Illustration for The Scottish Chiefs by Jane Porter (Hodder and Stoughton)

A domestic cure for drunkeness (engraving)
610350 A domestic cure for drunkeness (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A domestic cure for drunkeness; Two girls tie up their father at Battersea)

A Woman Taking an Oath before King James I (1207-76) of Majorca, detail of the magistrate
XIR192816 A Woman Taking an Oath before King James I (1207-76) of Majorca, detail of the magistrate, the woman and the scribe, from the Capbreu de Clayra et de Millas

The Alpine Soldiers Carry On The Punta Del Rocciamelone (3537 meters) The Bronze Statue Of... (colour litho)
2798197 The Alpine Soldiers Carry On The Punta Del Rocciamelone (3537 meters) The Bronze Statue Of... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Tools in Pledge returned to workmen at Paris, December 1870 (engraving)
958916 Tools in Pledge returned to workmen at Paris, December 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tools in Pledge returned to workmen at Paris)

Archbishop Manning administering the Pledge on Clerkenwell Green (engraving)
1058126 Archbishop Manning administering the Pledge on Clerkenwell Green (engraving) by Bromley, William III (c.1815-c.1888) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

I know that we are made for each other (engraving)
3648111 I know that we are made for each other (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: I know that we are made for each other)

Frontispiece for The Cold Water Army Pledge by Charles J. Warren, 1842 (litho)
745904 Frontispiece for The Cold Water Army Pledge by Charles J. Warren, 1842 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; eCourtesy

Declaration of War on Germany, 4 August 1914 (b / w photo)
5997682 Declaration of War on Germany, 4 August 1914 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Declaration of War on Germany, 4 August 1914)

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"Pledge: A Journey Through Time and Commitment" In the fall of 1954, a Pekingese dog named Archie became a symbol of loyalty as he faithfully followed his owner through thick and thin. Just like this devoted companion, the concept has echoed throughout history, transcending boundaries and eras. Archbishop Manning's powerful speech on Clerkenwell Green in London back in 1872 exemplified the solemnity behind making a pledge. His words resonated with conviction, inspiring individuals to stand united against oppression. The Society of United Irishmen took an oath against English rule engraved forever in history. Their unwavering commitment to freedom ignited hope during tumultuous times, leaving an indelible mark on the struggle for independence. Naomi and Ruth's bond depicted in an oil painting from 1887 showcased their mutual pledge to support one another through life's trials. Their story serves as a reminder that they can be found not only within political movements but also within personal relationships. As the sacred trireme arrived at Tyre centuries ago, it carried with it a sense of duty towards ancient traditions and beliefs. The crew's allegiance to their homeland was evident as they embarked on their voyage across treacherous waters. Covenanting women signing the anti-Home-rule pledge demonstrated how ordinary citizens could shape history by taking a stand for what they believed in. Their determination paved the way for change amidst turbulent times. The Ceremony of Feudal Service captured by an unknown artist around the 9th-10th century illustrated feudal lords pledging allegiance to their rulers—a testament to honor and loyalty prevailing even during medieval times. In 1962, another fall witnessed Griffon enthusiasts coming together under one banner—pledging their dedication towards preserving this magnificent breed. Such commitments ensure that legacies are safeguarded for future generations. A juvenile pledge card created by George Cruikshank offered insight into early forms of commitment.