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Comic postcard, two women discuss an octopus Date: 20th century
The Afghan War: Major Cavagnari arranging with the shinwarries for the protection of the road from Dakka to Lundi Khana. Date: 1879
Persian army in a desert - Polyaenuss discussion of Dariuss expedition against Saka of the Central Asia (VII.11.12): The treachery of the Sakian Sirakes, the guide
Cartoon, Amusement Combined with Instruction (Reform)Cartoon, Amusement Combined with Instruction -- a satirical comment on parliamentary disagreements between Gladstone and Disraeli over the latters Reform Bill. 1867
Cartoon, Lodger Franchise v Dual Voting! (Disraeli)Cartoon, Lodger Franchise v Dual Voting! A satirical comment on the arguments surrounding the extension of the franchise in Disraelis Reform Bill
British troops and Locals Memorial, Sint MichielsgestelThere is much erudite discussion about whether Operation Market Garden was a success or a failure. Certainly, the prime objective - to outflank the German defences along the River Rhine
Two female domestic servants in discussion Date: circa 1900
Niepce and Daguerre exchanging ideas on photographyJoseph Niepce (1765 - 1833) and Louis Daguerre (1787 - 1851) are shown to be exchanging ideas regarding their contribution to the development of photography
The Entrance of Mr O Connell into St. Marys Hall, CoventryThe Entrance of Mr Daniel O Connell (1775 - 1847), into St. Marys Hall, Coventry for a meeting to " consider the grievances of Ireland." 1844
Miners and Masters: Coal-dispute Protagonists - representatives from both sides, both capital and labour. Included are: Enoch Edwards MP, Mr D A Thomas, Mr Thomas Ashton, Mr Frde Hall MP
Coal Commission sit in Kings Robing Room - House of LordsThe Coal Commission sitting in the Kings Robing Room of the House of Lords, thrashing out the question of miners wages and hours. The Chairman, Mr Justice Sankey, is at the head of the curved table
A Political Reunion at Pernambuco 1835A group of men are gathered in a small room, having various conversations and discussions with each other. Date: 1835
The Parliamentary Handicap Tournament at Walton HeathJames Braid, Lord Westmoreland and Mr J Waddell at a table. Lord Westmoreland and Mr Waddell had just played in the 3rd round of the Parliamentary Handicap Tournament
Notable Golf at Richmond - Taylor & Braid discussing a shotJ H Taylor and James Braid discussing a shot on the green at the Richmond golf tournament. Taylor eventually won the matches 2-1. 1908
Biblical Tales by John Lawson, Jesus in the Temple
Cartoon, four relaxed gentlemen commuters hold a discussion in a smoking compartment of a train. One puts aside his paper in order to listen more intently. Date: 1893
Cartoon, ELEVEN OBSTINATE MEN (jury)Cartoon, FROM ONE POINT OF VIEW (Scene - British Jury Room) All agreed on the verdict except... Irish Juryman: Ah, thin, ilivn more obstinit men I nivir met in me loife! Date: 19th century
London Coffee HouseSocialising in a London coffee house Date: circa 1700
TWO MEN IN CONFERENCETwo men in discussion Date: 1887
Couple in deep thought, Mstricht, HollandA couple - he in military coat and hat, she in long winter coat - walk along the cobbles on Corversplein beside the Meuse River in Mstricht, Holland
Pensive couple MstrichtA couple - he in military uniform coat and hat - walk deep in conversation along the cobbles on Corversplein beside the Meuse River in Mstricht. Pigeons fly overhead Date: 1989
WW1 - German Humorous Postcard - Counter-intelligence. A German soldier takes a tactical approach to chatting to a pretty young nurse in a train carriage
Waterfront Scene - St. Georges, BermudaWaterfront Scene - St. George s, Bermuda. See image 10633779 for an amusing example of the same negative ending up with two different card publishers and being printed in two different directions
Three Women talking on a terrace by Katsukawa Shuncho (fl. 1783 to circa 1795) Date: late 18th century
What are the wild wave saying? LiarWhat are the wild wave saying? (" Liar" ) Date: circa 1910s
Albert, Duke of York - Boxing ChampionshipsAlbert, Duke of York attending the Boxing Championships of the Civil Service at the Stadium Club on March 27th 1930 - discussing the progress of a bout with Mr A. V
Two women with a mirror, c. 1620, by Orazio Gentileschi (1563Orazio Gentileschi (1563 -1639). Italian painter. Two women with a mirror, c.1620. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany
Two women police officers at work in a station, LondonTwo women police officers at work in a London police station, having a discussion in an office. Date: circa 1950s
Ataturk and General HarringtonKemal Pasa (Ataturk) and General Harrington (commanding the British troops) - compromising on neutral ground in 1923. A very interesting photograph as it shows a Turkish delegation approaching an
Jesus instructing Nicodemus, the Pharisee (John 3, 1-21). 19th century
West End riots, 1886 - A friend of the working manUnemployed men debating the issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886
On strike: the colliers family at home, 1912On strike: the colliers family at home in South Wales. A study from life by Fortunino Matania. The national strike ended after 37 days, with the introduction of the minimum wage act. 1912
Discussion of Latin philosophers. From right to left: Cato the Elder, Scipio, Livy and Atticus. Miniature. Codex. 15th century. Chateau of Chantilly. France
Critias (460-403 BC). Engraving. ColoredCritias (460-403 BC). Greek sophist. One of the Thirty Tyrants. Engraving. Colored
Medieval miniature. Meeting of the Roman Senate. Discussion on marriage between a plebeian woman and a roman patrician. 15th century
WW1 - American NeutralityWW1 - Discussion in office regarding Americas initial neutrality in the war. The text with the illustration is purposefully written in an American dialect to emphasise their relaxed attitude towards
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with Grand Duke, WW1Tsar Nicholas II (Nikolay Alexandrovich Romanov, 1868-1918), last Tsar of Russia (reigned 1894-1918). Seen here with his uncle, the Grand Duke Nicholas, in the early days of the First World War
Communist China - soldiers in wartime, taking time out for political study and discussion, while others look out for enemy action, probably during the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945)
Communist China - shipbuilding yard workers and technicians with plan, working together to raise standards during the Cultural Revolution era. circa 1960s
Communist China - farm workers in discussion. They are probably educated people from a town or city, forced to do manual work, in this case fruit picking, during the Cultural Revolution. circa 1960s
Communist China - informal group discussionCommunist China - a group of people in informal discussion with an older man (left) as leader. Some of them are holding Maos Little Red Book in their hands
Communist China - university discussion groupCommunist China - university students in a discussion group, with input from a tutor. circa 1960s
West End riots, 1886 - a crowdA crowd of unemployed men debating ths issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886
West End riots, 1886 - What do you think?three unemployed men debating the issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886
West End riots, 1886 - a two men in discussionTwo men in discussion, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886
Jesus disputing with the woman of Samaria - John 4. circa 1688
Jesus disputing with the Doctors in the Temple - Luke 2. circa 1688
An inquisitive Boy poses a puzzler to his Father. " Are we made of Dust Pa?" - " Certainly" - " Well, why don t we turn to mud when we drink?" !! Date: circa 1910s