Dandy Collection (#7)

Toots, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c. 1890 (colour litho)
LLM405147 Toots, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c.1890 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr Alfred Jingle, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c. 1890 (colour litho)
LLM405143 Mr Alfred Jingle, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c.1890 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr. Mantalini, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c. 1890 (colour litho)
LLM405126 Mr. Mantalini, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c.1890 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pleasures of Winter (coloured engraving)
PER360333 The Pleasures of Winter (coloured engraving) by Adam, Victor (1801-66); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les plaisirs de l hiver; ); French, out of copyright

Young man conversing with young girl (coloured engraving)
609787 Young man conversing with young girl (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Cockney Tourist, or Where Shall We Go To? (coloured engraving)
611097 The Cockney Tourist, or Where Shall We Go To? (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cockney Tourist, or Where Shall We Go To)

Musical score for The Six Magnificent Bricks sung by Albert Steele, written by Frank Hall (colour litho)
586204 Musical score for The Six Magnificent Bricks sung by Albert Steele, written by Frank Hall (colour litho) by Concanen

Well Known Bond Street Loungers, 1820 (coloured engraving)
584094 Well Known Bond Street Loungers, 1820 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Well Known Bond Street Loungers, 1820: The Earl of Sefton)

Dandyism Ruralising (gravure)
671690 Dandyism Ruralising (gravure) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dandyism Ruralising. Illustration for Historical Cartoons (John Camden Hotten, c 1860)

The Artist, c. 1830 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT163802 The Artist, c.1830 (litho) (b/w photo) by Gavarni, Paul (1804-66); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Andre Gide in travelling suit, 1893 (b / w photo)
CHT163486 Andre Gide in travelling suit, 1893 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Lord Byron The Last of the Dandies (litho) (b / w photo)
ILN142107 Portrait of Lord Byron The Last of the Dandies (litho) (b/w photo) by Orsay, Alfred Comte d (1801-52) (after); The Illustrated London News Picture Library, London, UK; French

The Triumphant Britons, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1780 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO193154 The Triumphant Britons, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1780 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

On Guard, 1880 (board)
BON77846 On Guard, 1880 (board) by Steell, David George (1856-1930); 35.6x50.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; Scottish, out of copyright

Mr. and Mrs. Woodhead with Rev. Henry Comber as a Youth, 1816 (pencil on paper)
FIT63157 Mr. and Mrs. Woodhead with Rev. Henry Comber as a Youth, 1816 (pencil on paper) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 30.4x22.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Portrait of Charles Lee Lewis (1740-1803) (oil on canvas)
BI92065 Portrait of Charles Lee Lewis (1740-1803) (oil on canvas) by Hone, Nathaniel (1718-84); 71x61 cm; The Henry Barber Trust, The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Scene of an unmounted horse race in Rome
PWI84005 Scene of an unmounted horse race in Rome by Vernet, Antoine Charles Horace (Carle) (1758-1836); Musee Calvet, Avignon, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright

Coutts Lindsay, The Grosvenor Gallery from Vanity Fair
XYC290784 Coutts Lindsay, The Grosvenor Gallery from Vanity Fair 3rd February 1883 (chromolithograph) by Jopling, Joseph Middleton (1831-84); Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Mr Michael H

The Independent Gold Hunter, 1849 (colour litho)
PNP246160 The Independent Gold Hunter, 1849 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

The game of tennis on the Champs Elysees, 19th century
The game of lawn tennis or longue paume on the Champs Elysees, 19th century. Handcoloured lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse)

Lady receiving a rose from a gentleman in a park under a statue. She says, Its not a favor, its only fair. She thinks, You intrigue me

Gentleman tipping a servant in a hotel room, 19th century. He says, By God, maybe its not so urgent. He thinks, Finally! I ve already done my grieving

Lady and gentleman wearing a wig in a parlor, 19th century. She says, A wig? Really, I never guessed... She thinks, Its a plain as the nose on your face

Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, Its enough, you old miser

A line of people bringing boxes and crates to a porter. He says, Of course, with pleasure. He thinks, These animals take me for a conveyor belt

Two gentlemen standing in front of the stock market talking. A handsome cab behind them. One says, God, you mock everything, have you no conscience? He thinks, Of good composition

Gentleman presenting a lady with a necklace in a parlor. She says, Its madness, my friend! Am I worth it? She thinks, The stones are so tiny

Two gentlemen composers in a music room before a piano, 19th century. The portly man says, I d give three operas to have created your romance

Gentleman and old lady standing at a table in a restaurant. He says, Madame, you are leaving your fortune to fate. He thinks, If she catches me

Two ladies dressing before a mirror in a parlor, 19th century. She says, The pink really suits you dear. She thinks, And makes you look 10 years older

Man and woman in a restaurant with a glutton, 19th century
Man and woman in a restaurant with a glutton. He says, But you don t eat? He thinks, He inhales! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel

Two mothers in a parlor with their sons, 19th century. She says, My little Charles isn t in the best of health. She thinks, Nor so common and clumsy

Two ladies talking in a parlor watching a woman paint in oils. She says, How many more virtues and talents... She thinks, To remain a woman

Gentleman and lady on a date in a garden, 19th century. She says, Scandalous! You hardly know me! She thinks, My feelings are running ahead of me

Bookish woman in a library talking to an author. She says, Your last novel is delicious with an indescribable charm. She thinks, Although I only read a few pages

Gentlemen and lady playing cards in a parlour, while others dance in the next room. He says, You ve hit a vein. I congratulate you Madame! He thinks, The devil take you

Widow and young man taking coffee in a restaurant talking to a stone mason. She says, And don t forgot in large letters, A good father, fine spouse, he leaves an inconsolable widow

Gentlemen in a French garden admiring a rose, 19th century
Gentlemen in a French garden admiring a rose. He says, Its like paradise on earth. He thinks, It has less grace than an onion

Gentleman being attacked by naughty children in a parlour. He says, They are really charming. He thinks, They are out of control

Lady playing the piano in a parlour to guests. Another lady says, Shes very talented. She thinks, Now we have to swallow a concerto

Gentleman and lady with portrait in a parlour
Gentleman and ugly lady with beautiful portrait in a parlour. He flatters her with, It looks like you, but you are more beautiful in the flesh

Lady saying goodbye to a gentleman in a parlour. She says, Bon voyage, and hurry back! She thinks, Good riddance! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist

Two ladies on a sofa in a parlour. She says, You know theres no hurry. She thinks, She won t move! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel

Gentleman and old lady in a hotel room watched by a porter. He says, You can count on me to use all my credit. He thinks, Shes old, ugly and shes soliciting me

Gentleman meeting an old man in a parlour. Good to see you recovered, dear uncle. (It puts back the inheritance, but its fine)

Woman meeting a portly dandy in a parlour with large mirror and sofa. Charmed to meet you! (What an oaf!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer

Gentleman in the study of an advisor
Young gentleman in the study of an advisor reading a letter. He says, I m entirely at your disposal. He thinks, Another free dinner

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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.