Turns Collection

Old Woman in the Wood
The tree turns back into the Kings son, to the surprise and pleasure of the girl. (A dramatic instance of magical shape-changing or metamorphosis)

Jesus at Cana Marriage
Invited to a wedding at Cana, when they run out of wine Jesus cleverly turns water into wine which is even better than what they have been drinking up to now

BP employee opening the flow valves
A British Petroleum employee opens the flow valves of an oil plant in the Middle East (likely to have been in Iraq or Iran)

Napoleon at Waterloo
As the tide of battle turns against him, he realises that he has lost the battle

The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho)
473030 The Ten Scout Laws, 1923 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1. A Scouts honour is to be trusted. 2)

Woman Cooking 1960S
A woman in an apron holds a saucepan ready over the hob as she turns it on

Wheel worked by dog - turning roasting spit, Carmarthenshire
Wheel worked by a dog for turning the roasting spit - used until the end of the first quarter of the 19th century. This example was the property of the late Sir John Williams, Bart

Three point turns by W H Robinson
No need for three point turns, with this double torpedo model with revolving body for obviating the difficult of turning the car in narrow lanes. 1919

Cinderella Changes
Her Fairy Godmother turns a pumpkin into a coach, and Cinders kitchen dress into a sumptuous gown

Policeman riding a Triumph motorcyle
A police rider turning a corner on his Triumph motorcycle, fitted with white legshields and a front numberplate (denoting this picture is pre-1975)

Wheel Ride - La Grande Rome - Morocco. Date: circa 1910s

French Foldaway Bed
The American Combined - This ingenious item for small apartments is a foldaway bed which seems a conventional settee during the day, but at night turns into a bed !

French Artillery - 8
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale turns the handle of his ecouvillon to swab the barrel of his Gribeauval cannon

French Artillery - 13
A gunner of the horse artillery of the French Garde Royale turns his ecouvillon in the muzzle of his Gribeauval cannon, ramming home the charge as hard as he can

Communism in Russia 1934
Standing by to hoist the flag when Europe turns communist may mean a long wait, but at least its a steady job!

Farming / Sharpening Tools
Sharpening tools on a grindstone - one man turns the wheel, his mate presents the blade to the stone

Ascent Mont Blanc - 3
THE ASCENT OF MONT BLANC One of the most difficult parts of the climb - the snow turns to ice and the climbers must cut foot-holes in order to retain a footing

Potter at work at the Wedgwood's Etruria factory, Hanley, Staffordshire, c.1830 (engraving)
538540 Potter at work at the Wedgwood's Etruria factory, Hanley, Staffordshire, c.1830 (engraving); (add.info.: Potter at work at the Wedgwood's Etruria factory, Hanley, Staffordshire)

Nelson turns a blind eye - Battle of Copenhagen
Admiral Lord Nelson ignoring the signal from Sir Hyde Parker to stop fighting. He is looking though his telescope with his blind eye (popularising the phrase to turn a blind eye )

American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) emerging from water, in evening light. Myakka River State Park, Florida, USA. March

Car lights on the curvy Maloja Pass road at night. Maloja Pass, Engadin, Graubunden, Switzerland

Kabuki actor as Kiyohime, Japanese traditional story
Kabuki actor as Kiyohime, in a Japanese traditional story involving the beautiful daughter of a village magistrate who falls in love with a young priest

EGERIA MOURNS
Egeria, wife of Numa, second king of Rome, is so sad when he dies that she turns into a fountain, the Egerian Spring

ABRAHAM AND ISAAC
He is all set to slit his son Isaac's throat when lo ! an angel turns up just in time with a reprieve for the lad, but a death sentence for a ram caught in a nearby thicket

NOT A DEATHBED AFTER ALL
They've ordered the coffin, the wreaths, the flowers - and now it turns out that Jean Granet, farmer at Comiac, France, isn't as dead as they thought he was... Date: 1901

CALANDER SAYS NO
The CALANDER (a kind of lark) knows if sick people will recover ; held over the sickbed, if it turns towards the patient s/he will recover, if not (as here) s/he won't

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Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Seahorse turns color of surrounding coral. Date: 21/05/2009

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Fairy Turns on Fregate Island Date: 07/05/2005

Illustration for Don Juan by Lord Byron: The gloomiest hour, which turns up out of the sad twenty-four (litho)
6004052 Illustration for Don Juan by Lord Byron: The gloomiest hour, which turns up out of the sad twenty-four (litho) by Austen, John (1886-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The gloomiest hour)

A Scout Smiles and Whistles under All Difficulties, 1929 (colour litho)
472981 A Scout Smiles and Whistles under All Difficulties, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eighth Scout law)

BBC staff take turns firewatching on roof, WW2
BBC staff take turns firewatching on the roof during WW2 Date: 1941

A little boy beaming widely as he gets a push on a garden swing. Another boy, possibly his brother, waits his turn. Date: c.1950

Sketches at the Hippodrome, 1909 by Norman Morrow
Various performers at the re-opened London Hippodrome in August 1909. Acts included the Ahearn Troupe who seem to be comedy cyclists, The Marvellous Schenk Brothers, Braatz Performing Dogs

Newest turns at the London Hippodrome 1900
Newest turns at the London Hippodrome in October 1900 - Eugene Sandow, the famous strong man, Ghezzi the clown, the Sisters O Meers, the clever wire artists and M. Batty and his famous bear

Rolling up the floor covering at the London Hippodrome
Illustration showing stage hands quickly rolling up the floor covering of the arena at the London Hippodrome. The Hippodromes fulsome programme of variety required numerous quick changes between

Performing seals at the London Hippodrome
Humorous illustration of Captain Woodwards performing seals at the London Hippodrome. One looks anxiously out at the audience and tells his co-worker he can see another party in sealskin jackets

Mahant turns the oil-press in jail, Kalighat Album, c. 1880 (watercolor)
874077 Mahant turns the oil-press in jail, Kalighat Album, c.1880 (watercolor) by Indian School, (19th century); 45 x27.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A Scout is a Friend to Animals, 1929 (colour litho)
472976 A Scout is a Friend to Animals, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 6th Scout Law)

A Scout is Thrifty, 1929 (colour litho)
472980 A Scout is Thrifty, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninth Scout Law)

A Scout Helps Others, 1929 (colour litho)
472973 A Scout Helps Others, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 3rd Scout Law: A Scout is helpful to others)

Letter V (colour litho)
6032888 Letter V (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter V. Victorian scrap, late 19th century.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

A Days Sport, Mr Stodge after the Rabbits (engraving)
1622554 A Days Sport, Mr Stodge after the Rabbits (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Days Sport, Mr Stodge after the Rabbits)

The Latest Results of Animal Training (engraving)
3627903 The Latest Results of Animal Training (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Latest Results of Animal Training)

A Scout is Clean, 1929 (colour litho)
472979 A Scout is Clean, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tenth Scout Law: A Scout is clean in thought)

A Scout is Loyal, 1929 (colour litho)
472978 A Scout is Loyal, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd Scout law: A Scout is Loyal to the King/Queen, to his/her Country, his/her parents)

A Scout Obeys Orders without Question, 1929 (colour litho)
472977 A Scout Obeys Orders without Question, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 7th Scout Law)

The "America"Cup Contest as seen through the Camera (b / w photo)
1056607 The " America" Cup Contest as seen through the Camera (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonial Experiences (engraving)
1107882 Colonial Experiences (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonial Experiences)

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"Turns: A Journey through Time and Tales" In the depths of the ancient forest, an old woman turns her gaze towards a hidden path, beckoning us to follow her mysterious journey. Witnessing the miracle at Cana's marriage feast, Jesus turns water into wine, forever changing the course of celebration and joy. With a twist of his hand, a BP employee opens the flow valves, unleashing power from beneath the earth's surface - a turning point in energy exploration. At Waterloo's battlegrounds, Napoleon turns his fate as he faces defeat against formidable forces - marking an end to his reign and reshaping European history. Transported back to 1960s nostalgia, we find ourselves in a bustling kitchen where a woman effortlessly turns ingredients into culinary delights with love and skill. The Ten Scout Laws turn into vibrant reality through a captivating lithograph from 1923 - guiding young minds towards honor and responsibility for generations to come. In Carmarthenshire's countryside, witness the tireless dedication of man's best friend as it tirelessly turns a wheel that roasts spit over an open fire - showcasing loyalty beyond measure. Embark on La Grande Rome wheel ride in Morocco as it spins riders around its majestic circumference – turning thrill-seekers' world upside down with exhilaration and awe-inspiring views. Amidst busy city streets stands tall a policeman astride his Triumph motorcycle – embodying authority on wheels while ensuring safety takes precedence at every corner turned. Unfold elegance with French foldaway bed designs that seamlessly transform spaces – revolutionizing comfort by day or night with just one simple movement 11 & 12: From cannons roaring to strategic maneuvers; French artillery units turn tides of battle both in times of peace (8) and war (13), displaying their prowess on land like no other force can.