Prediction Collection

An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). Artist: W Heath Robinson
An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). From The Wonder Book of Aircraft for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co. Limited, London, Melbourne and Toronto, 1919]

St Swithin / Dudley / Maxims
SAINT SWITHIN or SWITHUN Anglo-Saxon ecclesiastic, Bishop of Winchester, associated with a prediction of rain for 40 days

Its All in the Cards, 1898 (oil on canvas)
CH198781 Its All in the Cards, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Roseland, Harry Herman (1866-1950); Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Gypsy & Crystal Ball
A Gypsy fortune teller gazes deeply into a crystal ball. Other tools of divination are nearby, the drained teacup for reading the tea leaves, and a pack of cards for the tarot

Discovering Atlantis
Discovery of Atlantis and other Submerged Civilisations Date: Circa 1950

Athenian red-figure kylix depicting Aegeus, King of Athens
XTD68847 Athenian red-figure kylix depicting Aegeus, King of Athens, consulting the Delphic Oracle (pottery) by Greek; Staatliche Museen, Berlin, Germany; Greek, out of copyright

Future War / Zukunstkrieg
ZUKUNSTKRIEG A German prediction of the next war - their airborne divisions attack an armoured French fortress Date: 1894

Egyptian Fortune Teller
Egyptian street fortune teller has two women engrossed in his soothsaying

Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (1265-1321): Dante facing the entrance of Hell
AIS5349558 Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (1265-1321): Dante facing the entrance of Hell, from a 14th century manuscript (miniature); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; © Iberfoto.

Peter I of Castile (Pedro di Castilla) (1334-1369), known as Peter the Just or the Cruel, King of Castile and Leon
AIS5380079 Peter I of Castile (Pedro di Castilla) (1334-1369), known as Peter the Just or the Cruel, King of Castile and Leon, consults his astrologer, 1864 (painting); Museo de Cadiz

The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel De Foe, late 19th century (engraving)
PCT4270323 The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel De Foe, late 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses. One of the volvelles features a dragon with multiple
7340903 Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses. One of the volvelles features a dragon with multiple heads and a partial solar eclipse

Book of the Propheties of Nostradamus, 1568 (print)
5944638 Book of the Propheties of Nostradamus, 1568 (print); Maison de Nostradamus, Salon de Provence, France; (add.info)

Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving)
7340906 Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving) by Apianus, Petrus (1495-1552); National Maritime Museum, London

Punch's vision of how electricity would overthrow all other forms of lighting, 19th century
5308856 Punch's vision of how electricity would overthrow all other forms of lighting, 19th century; (add.info.: Punch's vision of how electricity would overthrow all other forms of lighting)

Two women with a cup (oil on wood)
8714415 Two women with a cup (oil on wood) by Italian School, (19th century); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: Anonymous artist).

Germany's failure to accomplish its ambitions in the First World War (colour litho)
8655931 Germany's failure to accomplish its ambitions in the First World War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Aerial transport of the future (litho)
8625999 Aerial transport of the future (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aerial transport of the future)

Theatre in the Year 2000 (chromolitho)
8677554 Theatre in the Year 2000 (chromolitho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theatre in the Year 2000)

Astrologer Tommaso Campanella pulling the horoscope of Louis XIV newborn, 1851 (engraving)
ELD4927320 Astrologer Tommaso Campanella pulling the horoscope of Louis XIV newborn, 1851 (engraving); (add.info.: The Italian monk and astrologer Tommaso Campanella (1538-1639)

The phrygia (or phrygian) sibylle and the Malachi prophete - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin
JEB4938886 The phrygia (or phrygian) sibylle and the Malachi prophete - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

Le Prophete Jeremie et la Sibylle Europe (or European) - Characters of carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of
JEB4939159 Le Prophete Jeremie et la Sibylle Europe (or European) - Characters of carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

Caleb, lieutenant of Josue and the Sibyl of Erythree - Characters of carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse
JEB4939047 Caleb, lieutenant of Josue and the Sibyl of Erythree - Characters of carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

Life of St Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153), promoter of the Cistercian order
ELD4906273 Life of St Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153), promoter of the Cistercian order: a hermit announces to st Bernard's mother the future vocation of her son"

Guardian angel watching over a sleeping girl. 19th century colour engraving
NWI4914925 Guardian angel watching over a sleeping girl. 19th century colour engraving; (add.info.: Guardian angel watching over a sleeping girl)

Girl pulling cards sitting in an armchair, 1860
LUX4818254 Girl pulling cards sitting in an armchair, 1860; (add.info.: Girl pulling cards sitting in an armchair, 1860); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Horoscope drawn up by Sibly
3733235 Horoscope drawn up by Sibly.; (add.info.: Horoscope drawn up by Sibly at the request of 'some naval gentlemen' from which he predicted that Rodney would be victorious)

Saint Stephen. Detail from 'The Preaching of Saint Stephen in Jerusalem'. Painting by Vittore Carpaccio
BEN5461367 Saint Stephen. Detail from 'The Preaching of Saint Stephen in Jerusalem'. Painting by Vittore Carpaccio

Preacher at a meeting of Methodists in Eastham, Massachusetts, years 1850. Colour engraving of the 19th century
NWI4959181 Preacher at a meeting of Methodists in Eastham, Massachusetts, years 1850. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Preacher at a meeting of Methodists in Eastham, Massachusetts)

The prophecy of french writer Jacques Cazotte prophesying the most minute events of the French Revolution during a
ELD4907329 The prophecy of french writer Jacques Cazotte prophesying the most minute events of the French Revolution during a society dinner

The fortune teller or the stop of the bohemians, a hangout of the Russian games
JEB4880657 The fortune teller or the stop of the bohemians, a hangout of the Russian games. Tapestry by Jean-Baptiste Le Prince (Jean Baptiste Leprince)

The Prophete Daniel and the Sibyl of Tibur (or Tiburtine) - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of
JEB4939093 The Prophete Daniel and the Sibyl of Tibur (or Tiburtine) - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

The Sacrifice of Codros, King of Athens In the war against the Dorians, the last legendary king of Athenes Codros
ELD4932756 The Sacrifice of Codros, King of Athens In the war against the Dorians, the last legendary king of Athenes Codros (Codrus or Kodros)

Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving)
7340908 Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving) by Apianus, Petrus (1495-1552); National Maritime Museum, London

Haruspex reading the entrails of a sacrificed animal for Lucius Papirius Cursor (engraving)
8635775 Haruspex reading the entrails of a sacrificed animal for Lucius Papirius Cursor (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Come and have a cup with me (colour litho)
8635633 Come and have a cup with me (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Come and have a cup with me)

The Gipsy Queen (engraving)
8631166 The Gipsy Queen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gipsy Queen. Illustration from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News)

Native Indians watching a lunar eclipse
5308070 Native Indians watching a lunar eclipse.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting native Indians watching a lunar eclipse that had been foretold by Christopher Columbus. Christopher Columbus)

Gothic architecture. Life of Our Lord (detail): Joseph's dream and flight to Egypt. 1140
JEB4845363 Gothic architecture. Life of Our Lord (detail): Joseph's dream and flight to Egypt. 1140. Stained glass of the Royal Portal. Cathedrale de Chartres.; (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing, next to the portrait of William II in the Hussard of Death
LUX4739949 First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing, next to the portrait of William II in the Hussard of Death, the horoscope of the latter announcing his defeat, 1915

Telemaque and Mentor before the altar preparing to be sacrificed to the manes of Anchise - Telemachus
FLO4607820 Telemaque and Mentor before the altar preparing to be sacrificed to the manes of Anchise - Telemachus and Mentor at the altar preparing to be sacrificed to the Manes of Anchises

The sibylle of Samos and the prophete Amos - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse
JEB4938913 The sibylle of Samos and the prophete Amos - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

La Sibylle Europe (or European) - Characters of carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century)
JEB4939193 La Sibylle Europe (or European) - Characters of carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers) (15th-17th century)

The Prophete Isaie (Isaiah) and the Sibylle Agripa - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of
JEB4939057 The Prophete Isaie (Isaiah) and the Sibylle Agripa - Characters of the carved wood stalls by Dominique Bertin of Toulouse (16th century) - Cathedrale Sainte Marie d'Auch (Gers)

Cover of " Les Corbeaux (Paris)", number 30, Satirique en N & B
ICA4874298 Cover of " Les Corbeaux (Paris)", number 30, Satirique en N & B, 1905_10_22: Le sorcerer chez la chiromancienne - Anticlericalism - Separation of Church and State, laziness

Marguerite de Burgundy (1290-1315) consulting an astrologer who predicted her fall in the Nesles Tower Scandal, 1314
ELD4907110 Marguerite de Burgundy (1290-1315) consulting an astrologer who predicted her fall in the Nesles Tower Scandal, 1314

Civilization of antiquite: a prophete woman announces the arrival of Jesus Christ (Messiah)
NWI4911802 Civilization of antiquite: a prophete woman announces the arrival of Jesus Christ (Messiah) to the Roman Emperor Augustus (Octavian or Octavian)

La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding
PCT4292320 La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding, days from 2 to 4 December 1851 - Illustration by Daniel Vierge

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"Unlocking the Mysteries of Prediction: From Ancient Myths to Futuristic Visions" Step into a world where predictions come alive, as we delve into the realms of St Swithin and Dudley's prophecies. Explore the Maxims that have guided generations, unraveling their hidden meanings. Gaze into the mystical realm of Gypsies and Crystal Balls, where fortunes are foretold with an air of enchantment. Witness Aegeus, King of Athens, seeking guidance from an Athenian red-figure kylix in his quest for knowledge and foresight. Transport yourself to a whimsical future with W Heath Robinson's Aerial Cricket Match, envisioning a time when even sports take flight. Dare to dream about Discovering Atlantis - will this ancient civilization resurface or remain forever lost? Contemplate the impending Future War through Zukunstkrieg's artistic lens; what lies ahead in our turbulent times? Seek solace in Egyptian Fortune Tellers who decipher celestial messages through Zodiac signs. Reflect on humanity's fascination with doomsday scenarios as you encounter the conceptual image depicting The End of the World in 2012. Marvel at The Crystal Ball's ability to reveal secrets yet unknown. Unveil your destiny through Palmistry as planetary and zodiacal diagrams guide your path towards self-discovery. Immerse yourself in Mazawattee Tea Co's Reading the Tea Leaves ritual - every sip holds clues to your future. Prediction has always captivated human imagination across cultures and eras, and is an eternal quest for understanding what lies beyond our grasp. So embrace these glimpses into fate and let them ignite your own journey towards unlocking life’s mysteries.