Scenario Collection

Caricature about the 1819 comet (end of the world) (engraving)
1729392 Caricature about the 1819 comet (end of the world) (engraving).

Family of Darius Before Alexander, 1750 (oil on canvas)
1067939 Family of Darius Before Alexander, 1750 (oil on canvas) by Fontebasso, Francesco (1709-69); 127.3x165.4 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: The family of Darius III)

Untitled, late 19th-early 20th century (wood engraving)
1066739 Untitled, late 19th-early 20th century (wood engraving) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); 17.78x12.3825x cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of Carnegie Inc.; English

Japanese Diner and Waiter in Western Dress, c. 1879 (b / w photo)
701559 Japanese Diner and Waiter in Western Dress, c.1879 (b/w photo) by Stillfried, Baron Raimund von (1839-1911); Private Collection; Austrian, out of copyright

Two Friends, 1881 (etching and drypoint)
1068701 Two Friends, 1881 (etching and drypoint) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 59.4x25.9 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Les Deux Amis.); gift of Mr. and Mrs. M.P

WW1 - Cartoon - The Austrian Ultimatum
WW1 - The Austro-Hungarian empire personified as birds of prey, deliver their ultimatum and demands to the Serbian s. With their demands not met

WW1 - Cartoon - Austria and Germany
WW1 - A cartoon illustrating the Austrian and German Emperor discussing their positions in war. Date: 1914

W. H. Siers Grotemarkt Thousand Vreezen house
W.H. Siers (?), Grotemarkt with Thousand Vreezen house, Rotterdam, cityscape painting visual material oil painting wood 36.3 w 28.0 (panel)

Richard Wagner. Parsifal
WAGNER, Richard (1813-1883). German composer of Romanticism. Scenario for the second act of the opera Parsifal, designed by Joseph Urban

The Enthusiastic Bootblack by H M Bateman, starts with an innocent scenario, a man needs his shoes polished, but the Bootblack on the street is an earnest and hardworking type

Abel Glance and Ivy Close discuss his film La Roue, 1924
Abel Glance and British film star Ivy Close discussing the scenario of his film La Roue, 1924 Date: 1924

WW1 - A Saving Grace
WW1 - An illustration personifying Britain as Little John Bull and Big John Bull. John Bull in his living room reading newspaper articles by Percy Scott and books by John Jellicoe

WW1 - Cartoon - Army of occupation
WW1 - A cartoon illustrating two British officers joking about " getting the glad eye" from a heavy-set woman. Walking with her heavy-set husband they glare back at the officers

WW1 - French success at Steinbach, 3rd January 1915
WW1 - An illustration representing the French reclaiming Alsace from German occupation. The illustration recreates the scene by using the well-known fairytale Sleeping Beauty, to represent the event

WW1 - British Subaltern buys supplies
WW1 - The text accompanying the illustration translates to the British Subaltern asking the French shop keeper, " Could you please give me bread, butter and cheese for Mass

WW1 - British soldiers canteen
WW1 - A British soldier purchasing a toothbrush from a helper at a canteen. The toothbrush not for use, but "...only for kit inspection." Date: 1915

WW1 - Well-prepared picnickers
WW1 - An illustration depicting people continuing their picnic and outdoor activities despite the potential zeppelin air raids

WW1 - Cartoon - General Joffre and Grand Duke Nicholas
WW1 - French General Joseph Jacques C鳡 ire Joffre (1852 - 1931), and Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich of Russia (1856 - 1929), as " men of few words"

Scenery of high mountain with lake and high peak
Mountain and lake in Mount Cook National Park

Soldiers dressed in bomb suits examine a suspicious package
August 19, 2011 - U.S. soldier (green bomb suit) and a Kyrgyz Republic soldier, X-ray a suspicious package during a bilateral information exchange scenario at the Transit Center at Manas, Kyrgyzstan

U. S. soldiers take cover behind a humvee during Combat Support Training Exercises
February 20, 2010 - U. S. Army and Air Force soldiers participate in Combat Support Training Exercises at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin

Dimetrodon fight over territory in a scene that must have been repeated many times 280 million years ago. Their spectacular sails are backlit revealing the translucent skin supported by long neural

Very tatty sandwichboard man advertises smart Gents suits
Visual irony of a very tatty sandwich board man advertising a Gentleman Tailor and his smart suits, retailing for 12/6. Date: circa 1890s

Drunk writer refuses tract from a benevolent lady - Irony
Drunk refuses temperance tract from a benevolent lady, unaware that her sizzled target was actually the author of the aforementioned words of wisdom - wonderfully ironic cartoon by Phil May

A sim man being used in a training scenario for mountain rescue volunteers
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"Exploring Historical Scenarios: From WW1 to Cultural Artifacts" In this captivating collection of images, we delve into various scenarios that have shaped our history and culture. Starting with a thought-provoking cartoon from World War 1, depicting the Austrian Ultimatum, we are transported back to a time of tension and conflict. Moving forward, another striking cartoon captures the alliance between Austria and Germany during this tumultuous period. The intricate details in these illustrations offer us a glimpse into the political climate of that era. Shifting gears, we encounter Richard Wagner's masterpiece "Parsifal, " an opera renowned for its profound themes and emotional depth. This artistic representation reminds us of the power music holds in conveying human experiences. The woodcut illustration from Petrarch's "Trostspiegl" transports us even further back in time to 1532. Its intricate lines tell stories within stories, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in its rich symbolism. Switching mediums but staying rooted in history, black-and-white photographs capture moments frozen in time. Amongst the lilies of Natal or lost deep in dreams - these evocative images transport us to different worlds while reminding us of their timeless beauty. A glimpse into cultural perceptions is offered through "Sir Arthur's Choice of Native Beauty. " This photograph challenges societal norms by highlighting diverse forms of beauty beyond conventional standards. Stepping away from reality momentarily, an oil painting takes center stage as it depicts Darius' family before Alexander's conquests. This historical scene invites contemplation on power dynamics and familial bonds amidst turbulent times. An untitled wood engraving bridges centuries with its enigmatic imagery – leaving room for interpretation and sparking curiosity about its origins and significance. Crossing continents brings forth an intriguing photograph capturing Japanese diners dressed in Western attire – a fusion reflecting cultural exchange during Japan's Meiji era (1868-1912).