Bottom Collection (page 4)

Ceremonial dresses, reign of Charles V, 1364. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet from a drawing by Xavier
FLO4686001 Ceremonial dresses, reign of Charles V, 1364. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet from a drawing by Xavier Willemin (1763-1833)

Shop girls dressing in the morning. Four shop girls dressing, fixing their hair in front of mirror
FLO4677962 Shop girls dressing in the morning. Four shop girls dressing, fixing their hair in front of mirror, adjusting their stockings, playing with a cat

Jules II (1443-1513) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatiques Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais
JEB4934021 Jules II (1443-1513) - engraving of 1823 in " Drolatiques Songes de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553) - (The Capricious Dreams of Pantagruel)

Blood Transfusion: blood flowed from arm of donor, left, into cup, and was then pumped from the bottom of cup
530640 Blood Transfusion: blood flowed from arm of donor, left, into cup, and was then pumped from the bottom of cup and forced through canula into patient

Laying siege cannon on target.Bottom right is a gunner's level. Earth-filled baskets called gabions give some
529952 Laying siege cannon on target.Bottom right is a gunner's level. Earth-filled baskets called gabions give some protection for guns and men

Henry VIII (1491-1547) King of England - King Henry VIII of England, 1509-1547 - Handcoloured steel engraving by
FLO4686272 Henry VIII (1491-1547) King of England - King Henry VIII of England, 1509-1547 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Fashion

Duelist from the Directory era 1798. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Louis-Leopold Boilly
FLO4686227 Duelist from the Directory era 1798. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Louis-Leopold Boilly from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Historique"

Jean de Montaigu (1363-1409), bastard son of Charles V, reign of Charles VI, 1408
FLO4686114 Jean de Montaigu (1363-1409), bastard son of Charles V, reign of Charles VI, 1408. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes

Knight of St. Louis. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis was founded in 1693 by Louis XIV
FLO4686059 Knight of St. Louis. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis was founded in 1693 by Louis XIV. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after J

French costumes, reign of Louis XIII, 1633. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after " Le Bal"
FLO4686029 French costumes, reign of Louis XIII, 1633. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after " Le Bal" by Abraham Bosse (1604-1676)

Spanish nobleman, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of
FLO4706360 Spanish nobleman, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Peoples of Antiquity

Nobleman of Venice and other Italian cities of the late middle ages. His high hat and wide-sleeved
FLO4706178 Nobleman of Venice and other Italian cities of the late middle ages. His high hat and wide-sleeved, furlined mantle Dogalina indicate his high rank

Young metropolitan gallant from Italy, 16th century. He wears a satin pourpoint with gold buttons, lace ruff collar
FLO4706059 Young metropolitan gallant from Italy, 16th century. He wears a satin pourpoint with gold buttons, lace ruff collar, silk cape and a velvet bonnet

Dress of a French merchant, 1626. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical
FLO4705922 Dress of a French merchant, 1626. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity

Swiss broker, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of
FLO4705901 Swiss broker, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages

Nobleman of Meissen, 1577
FLO4705796 Nobleman of Meissen, 1577.; (add.info.: Nobleman of Meissen, 1577.); © Florilegius

Noblewoman of Cologne, 1588, and a councilor of Cologne, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von
FLO4705699 Noblewoman of Cologne, 1588, and a councilor of Cologne, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal

Prince of Orange (Dranien), 1572, with his command staff, and a French businessman, 1581
FLO4705497 Prince of Orange (Dranien), 1572, with his command staff, and a French businessman, 1581. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of

Anne, Duke of Joyeuse (1561-1587), favorite of Henri III. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after a
FLO4685912 Anne, Duke of Joyeuse (1561-1587), favorite of Henri III. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after a contemporary painting from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes

Man's costume, under the reign of George II (1683-1760), 1751, wearing an embroidered vest under a large lapel
FLO4672396 Man's costume, under the reign of George II (1683-1760), 1751, wearing an embroidered vest under a large lapel coat, panties and stockings, buckle shoes, tricorn and wig

Matthew Prior (1664-1721), poet and ambassador during Queen Anne's regne (1702-1714), wearing a pink velvet jacket
FLO4672360 Matthew Prior (1664-1721), poet and ambassador during Queen Anne's regne (1702-1714), wearing a pink velvet jacket, lace collar, stockings and buckle shoes

James, Marquis of Hamilton (1589-1625). (From Mark Garrard.) Behind him is Tobias Hobson
FLO4672283 James, Marquis of Hamilton (1589-1625). (From Mark Garrard.) Behind him is Tobias Hobson (after the Remarkable People of Caufield)

Man's costume in the time of Henry VI (1421-1471), according to the Harleian manuscript
FLO4672166 Man's costume in the time of Henry VI (1421-1471), according to the Harleian manuscript. Lithograph by Charles Martin, engraving by Leopold Martin

Farmer in tunic, coat and hat. Costumes from the period of William I the Conquerant (1027-1087)
FLO4672041 Farmer in tunic, coat and hat. Costumes from the period of William I the Conquerant (1027-1087), inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry or Embroidery by Queen Mathilde, 1077

Noble arabe - Arabian nobleman in large hat, cloak, embroidered robes, red stockings
FLO4724184 Noble arabe - Arabian nobleman in large hat, cloak, embroidered robes, red stockings and slippers - Handcoloured woodcut by Pannemaker after an illustration by H

France: Photo of female model sitting on an armchair, 1910 - JR serie 41
LUX4726564 France: Photo of female model sitting on an armchair, 1910 - JR serie 41; (add.info.: France: Photo of female model sitting on an armchair, 1910 - JR serie 41); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Greek merchant of the middle ages in long black wool robes and bonnet within a decorative border
FLO4720953 Greek merchant of the middle ages in long black wool robes and bonnet within a decorative border. Engraved on wood by Gerard Seguin and E.F

Virgin Mary as Queen of Heaven (top): Priest celebrating Mass (Eucharist. Communion) at bottom
535076 Virgin Mary as Queen of Heaven (top): Priest celebrating Mass (Eucharist. Communion) at bottom. French 19th century (woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG

Coal Mining : Bottom of pit shaft with train of wagons waiting to be hoisted to surface
538560 Coal Mining : Bottom of pit shaft with train of wagons waiting to be hoisted to surface.; (add.info.: Coal Mining : Bottom of pit shaft with train of wagons waiting to be hoisted to surface)

Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England from 1837 and Empress of India from 1876
531359 Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England from 1837 and Empress of India from 1876. Coronation in Westminster Abbey, 28 June 1837

King Henry VIII of England, 1520. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical
FLO4706412 King Henry VIII of England, 1520. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Peoples of Antiquity

Burgher and woman of Nuremberg, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical
FLO4705804 Burgher and woman of Nuremberg, 1577. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity

GUTIERREZ SOLANA, Jose (1886-1945). Women Undressing. 1933. Contemporary Art. Oil on canvas. Private Collection
CUL4864523 GUTIERREZ SOLANA, Jose (1886-1945). Women Undressing. 1933. Contemporary Art. Oil on canvas. Private Collection by Gutierrez Solana, Jose (1886-1945); (add.info.: GUTIERREZ SOLANA)

Korea - Korean man in hat, breeches and stockings, holding a stick - Handcoloured woodcut by Lisbet from " Moeurs
FLO4723401 Korea - Korean man in hat, breeches and stockings, holding a stick - Handcoloured woodcut by Lisbet from " Moeurs, Uses et Costumes de tous les Peuples du Monde, Asie

Nobleman from the Dutch provinces, 1586, and a Dutch merchants wife, 1640
FLO4705555 Nobleman from the Dutch provinces, 1586, and a Dutch merchants wife, 1640. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Nobleman of Venice, after Gentil Belin, 1496 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet
FLO4686328 Nobleman of Venice, after Gentil Belin, 1496 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient and Modern"

Philip II of Spain (1527-1598) - King Philippe II of Spain, after Titian, 1556 - Handcoloured steel engraving by
FLO4686302 Philip II of Spain (1527-1598) - King Philippe II of Spain, after Titian, 1556 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Fashion

Amazing, Parisian male fashion post revolution, Convention Nationale era, 1795
FLO4686215 Amazing, Parisian male fashion post revolution, Convention Nationale era, 1795. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after Carle Vernet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes

Marquis, Reign of Louis XV, 1740. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Nicolas Lancret from
FLO4686104 Marquis, Reign of Louis XV, 1740. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Nicolas Lancret from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Historique"

Henri d'Albret, grandfather to Henri IV, 1527. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres
FLO4685895 Henri d'Albret, grandfather to Henri IV, 1527. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Historique"

Costume from the period of William II (ca. 1056-1100): man in a hooded coat, wearing tunic and stockings
FLO4671997 Costume from the period of William II (ca. 1056-1100): man in a hooded coat, wearing tunic and stockings. Inspired by a manuscript from the Cotton library

Variety of male costumes, inspired by different portraits. Lithograph by Charles Martin, engraving by Leopold Martin
FLO4672437 Variety of male costumes, inspired by different portraits. Lithograph by Charles Martin, engraving by Leopold Martin

George I's reign man's costume (1660-1727), portrait of the very honourable James Craggs the young (1686-1721)
FLO4672371 George I's reign man's costume (1660-1727), portrait of the very honourable James Craggs the young (1686-1721), with a scarlet jacket, puffy cuffs

King Charles II (1630-1685) with his spaniels, he wears a black coat cut to show up a puffy linen shirt
FLO4672312 King Charles II (1630-1685) with his spaniels, he wears a black coat cut to show up a puffy linen shirt, pink stockings, ribbon shoes and he holds a long pipe

Men's costumes in the time of Richard III (1367-1400), from a royal manuscript
FLO4672150 Men's costumes in the time of Richard III (1367-1400), from a royal manuscript. Lithograph by Charles Martin, engraving by Leopold Martin

Man's costume in the time of Edward IV (1442-1483), from a manuscript from the Cotton library
FLO4672142 Man's costume in the time of Edward IV (1442-1483), from a manuscript from the Cotton library. Lithograph by Charles Martin, engraving by Leopold Martin

William De La Pole (Guillaume de la Poole or Poule, 1396-1450), first Earl, then Marquis and Duke of Suffolk
FLO4672116 William De La Pole (Guillaume de la Poole or Poule, 1396-1450), first Earl, then Marquis and Duke of Suffolk. 15th century costume

Costumes 15th century: Italian men's fashion - Chromolithography, drawing by Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck
FLO4643959 Costumes 15th century: Italian men's fashion - Chromolithography, drawing by Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903), for his book "Costumes

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"Exploring the Many Dimensions of 'Bottom': From Victorian Bares to Vintage Pin-Ups and Sporting Triumphs" Step back in time as we delve into a captivating collection of historical moments, each with its own unique connection to the concept of "bottom. " Journey with us through various eras and diverse subjects that shed light on this intriguing theme. Transport yourself to 1941 during the Second World War, where a Fairey Swordfish Torpedo-Bomber takes center stage. Amidst the chaos, three young Victorian women daringly bare their bottoms, showcasing an unexpected blend of audacity and vulnerability. Intrigue continues as we encounter Charles Williams' satirical etching from circa 1801. This piece humorously depicts luxury and comfort through a Rumford stove advertisement. Witness how Sir Benjamin Thompson's innovative fireplace design revolutionized households while adding colorization for an enhanced visual experience. Arthur Ferrier's pin-up girl playing card adds a touch of allure to our journey. The seductive charm captured in this artwork reminds us that beauty lies not only in what is seen but also in what is suggested. David Wright's nude painting invites contemplation on the human form's gracefulness and vulnerability. It serves as a testament to art's ability to capture both physicality and emotion simultaneously. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate glimpses into history such as the Yorkshire County Cricket Team photograph from 1912 or Blackburn Olympic vs. Old Etonians F. A Cup Final match in 1883. These iconic sporting events remind us of the passion, dedication, and triumphs associated with competitive endeavors. Delve further into cultural references with Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated within a village landscape or explore controversial themes like Monk Spanks Nun from the 17th century—an artistic representation that challenges societal norms even today. Our journey wouldn't be complete without acknowledging significant milestones outside traditional realms.