Dandy Collection (#20)

French Dandies, 1796
A French Incroyable and Muscadin (Dandy)

A male peacock displaying to a female
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MALE TYPES / A MABILLE
Un Anglais a mabille A gentleman taking coffee, and something a little stronger, in a splendid cream suit

Northumberland / R Dudley
SIR ROBERT DUDLEY DUKE OF NORTHUMBERLAND EARL OF WARWICK Engineer, explorer and writer

Macmillans Dandy Horse
Kirkpatrick Macmillan and his Dandy Horse

ORAZIO / SAND / 1645
DON JUAN He wishes there were other worlds to which he could extend his conquests

Dandy (Williams) 1818
A beau adds the final touches to his toilet, surrounded by garments including pantaloons, a corset, top boots & bicorne hat. His shirt frill & watch seals are enormous

Blue Coat 1830
Blue double-breasted tail coat cut-away at the front & with a high stand-fall velvet collar, white fly-fronted trousers, black pumps with bows, grey top hat & cane

New Male Fashion 1666
A man of fashion at the time of Charles II wearing the costume introduced by the King in 1666 of a long vest or sleeved waistcoat after the Persian or Turkish coat

Toilet / Hair / Macaroni
A rather shallow-looking and irritating young man, known as a " Macaroni" smirking and supressing a giggle and wearing rather a large wig

MENs JACKETS FOR 1951
French male style for Spring- Summer 1951: trousers with a sharp crease & either a mustard yellow D-B jacket with long lapels or a maroon S-B jacket with rounded front borders

Beau Brummell / Jesse s
GEORGE BRYAN (BEAU) BRUMMELL English dandy and friend of the Prince of Wales

Beau Brummell / Engraving
GEORGE BRYAN (BEAU) BRUMMELL English dandy and friend of the Prince of Wales

Richard Beau Nash - 1
RICHARD BEAU NASH Dandy associated with the amusements of Bath, when somewhat past his prime

WILDE (1854-1900)
OSCAR WILDE playwright and dandy

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"Dandy: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance and Style" Step into the world of dandies, where sophistication meets flamboyance. Just like the pages of "Just Dandy" by David Wright, these men embody a certain charm that is hard to resist. Picture Hercule Poirot, with his meticulous grooming and impeccable taste in fashion, solving mysteries while looking effortlessly chic. One cannot discuss dandies without mentioning RICHARD BEAU NASH, an influential figure in 18th-century society who set the standards for gentlemanly behavior and refined attire. Chesterfield and Vanity Fair became synonymous with elegance thanks to their portrayal of these fashionable gentlemen. In Oscar Wilde's masterpiece "Dorian Gray, " Lord Henry Wotton exemplifies the epitome of dandyism with his extravagant lifestyle and obsession with youth. Early bicycles were not only a mode of transportation but also a statement piece for these stylish individuals as they glided through town. Boldini's mesmerizing portrait captures Count Robert de Montesquiou's allure perfectly—a true embodiment of what it means to be a dandy. Charles Dickens introduced us to Mr Toots from "Dombey & Son, " whose quirky personality added an endearing touch to this tale filled with social hierarchies. Bunny Roger was another notable figure known for his sartorial choices that turned heads wherever he went. L'eau print by George Barbier showcases how even something as simple as water can be transformed into art when seen through the eyes of a dandy. But let us not forget those humorous moments that make life more enjoyable—a man falling off a broken chair at a dinner party or finding amusement in smartly dressed men on comic greetings cards—dandies bring joy even in unexpected ways. The legacy of dandies lives on, reminding us all that style is not just about clothes; it is an attitude—an expression of individuality.