Eccentricities Collection

Josiah Pullen
JOSIAH PULLEN Oxford don, renowned for his eccentricities : very fond of walking; subsequently became a country parson Date: 1631 - 1714

Jane Lewson (116)
JANE LEWSON a London widow as renowned for her eccentricities as her age, such as a belief that washing in water is unhealthy : she used pigs lard instead

Sir Lumley Skeffington in a "Jean de Brie"(engraving)
2811444 Sir Lumley Skeffington in a " Jean de Brie" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Lumley Skeffington in a " Jean de Brie")

Beau Brummel at Calais (engraving)
2811443 Beau Brummel at Calais (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beau Brummel at Calais)

The Earl of Bridgewater and his dogs (colour litho)
2811402 The Earl of Bridgewater and his dogs (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Bridgewater and his dogs)

A well-known character on Change, Rothschild (engraving)
2811437 A well-known character on Change, Rothschild (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A well-known character on Change, Rothschild)

Jack Adams, the Astrologer (engraving)
2811433 Jack Adams, the Astrologer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jack Adams, the Astrologer)

Corder (engraving)
2811421 Corder (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corder. Illustration for English Eccentrics and Eccentricities by John Timbs (Chatto and Windus)

Master Betty as Norval, the Young Douglas (engraving)
2811418 Master Betty as Norval, the Young Douglas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Master Betty as Norval, the Young Douglas)

Charles Mathews the Elder (engraving)
2811416 Charles Mathews the Elder (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Mathews the Elder)

T P Cooke in "Black-Eyed Susan"(engraving)
2811412 T P Cooke in " Black-Eyed Susan" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: T P Cooke in " Black-Eyed Susan")

ANTONINUS II ELAGABALUS exasperated by his extreme eccentricities and vile debaucheries, the Roman army assassinates Elagabalus and his mother Date: 204 - 222

Elegabalus Assassinated
ANTONINUS II ELAGABALUS exasperated by his extreme eccentricities and vile debaucheries, the Roman army assassinates Elagabalus and his mother

REZA BEG Ambassador from the Shah of Persia to Louis XIV of France, who received him in great splendour : known for his eccentricities. Date: circa 1715

Pachmann in 1927
VLADIMIR VON PACHMANN Russian pianist, noted for his performances of Chopin but also for his eccentricities on-stage. Date: 1848 - 1933

Messenger Monsey
MESSENGER MONSEY Physician to Chelsea Hospital, London, noted for his eccentricities. Date: 1693 - 1788

Jane Lewson, remarkable for her age and peculiarities, 1821 (engraving)
XJF486366 Jane Lewson, remarkable for her age and peculiarities, 1821 (engraving) by Cooper, Robert (fl.1800-36); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Eccentricities: A Glimpse into Quirky Lives" Step into the world of eccentricities, where individuals like Josiah Pullen and Jane Lewson (116) defy societal norms with their unique quirks. Delve deeper to discover Sir Lumley Skeffington in a "Jean de Brie" engraving, his flamboyant attire capturing the essence of eccentricity. Witness Beau Brummel at Calais through an enchanting engraving, showcasing his impeccable fashion sense that set him apart from the crowd. The Earl of Bridgewater and his dogs grace a colorful lithograph, epitomizing aristocratic eccentricity in all its glory. A well-known character on Change, Rothschild is immortalized in an intriguing engraving that hints at his enigmatic persona. Jack Adams, the Astrologer's captivating portrait reveals a man deeply immersed in celestial mysteries. Corder's engraved image invites us to explore the peculiar world of this mysterious figure. Master Betty as Norval captures hearts with his portrayal of Young Douglas - a testament to theatrical eccentricity at its finest. Charles Mathews the Elder enchants audiences with his comedic genius depicted in an exquisite engraving. T. P Cooke's depiction as "Black-Eyed Susan" transports us to maritime adventures filled with charm and peculiarity. Lastly, Antoninus II Elagabalus leaves us mesmerized by his controversial reign as emperor - a true embodiment of historical eccentricity that continues to fascinate generations. In this collection of diverse personalities and moments frozen in time through engravings and lithographs, we are reminded that it is these very eccentricities that make life fascinatingly unpredictable and endlessly captivating.