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Esplanade Collection (#7)

"The Esplanade: A Journey Across Continents and Cultures" From the picturesque Lawns & Head in Bray, County Wicklow to the enchanting St

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade and Cliff, Seaford, East Sussex

Esplanade and Cliff, Seaford, East Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade at Seaford, East Sussex

Esplanade at Seaford, East Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade, Paignton, Devon

Esplanade, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade and Little Orme, Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales

Esplanade and Little Orme, Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade and Culver Cliffs, Sandown, Isle of Wight

Esplanade and Culver Cliffs, Sandown, Isle of Wight - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade and Beach at Sandown, Isle of Wight

Esplanade and Beach at Sandown, Isle of Wight - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageEsplanade Collection: The Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight

The Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Western Esplanade and Band Enclosure, Isle of Wight

Western Esplanade and Band Enclosure, Isle of Wight - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Eastern Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight

Eastern Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Western Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight

Western Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageEsplanade Collection: New Esplanade, Hove, Sussex

New Esplanade, Hove, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageEsplanade Collection: A view of the Casino and esplanade at La Baule, 1920s

A view of the Casino and esplanade at La Baule, 1920s Date: 1920s

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Three young ladies strolling along the seafront

Three young ladies strolling along the seafront of a British coastal resort in the summer. Date: 1938

Background imageEsplanade Collection: View of Calcutta from the Esplanade, India

View of Calcutta from the Esplanade, India Date: 1857-1858

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Western Esplanade, Ramsgate, Kent

Western Esplanade, Ramsgate, Kent

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Edgewater Beach Hotel - Chicago, Illinois, USA

Edgewater Beach Hotel - Chicago, Illinois, USA. Date: circa 1925

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Portsmouth, Hampshire: Clarence Esplanade Date: early 20th century

Portsmouth, Hampshire: Clarence Esplanade Date: early 20th century

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90034504

DDE-90034504
Historic Rossio Square, one of twin fountains brought from Paris in 1890, Lisbon, Portugal Date: 12/08/2006

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90034503

DDE-90034503
Resort beach area, Cascais, Portugal Date: 12/08/2006

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90034502

DDE-90034502
Baroque National Pantheon (aka Igreja de Santa Engracia), Lisbon, Portugal Date: 12/08/2006

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90029142

DDE-90029142
Finland, Helsinki. Produce at an outdoor market. Date: 12/08/2003

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90029141

DDE-90029141
Finland, Helsinki. Produce at an outdoor market. Date: 12/08/2003

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90029140

DDE-90029140
Finland, Helsinki. Produce at an outdoor market. Date: 12/08/2003

Background imageEsplanade Collection: DDE-90028158

DDE-90028158
Canada, Manitoba, Winnipeg. Esplanade Riel bridge and city skyline reflected in Red River at dusk. Date: 23/04/2010

Background imageEsplanade Collection: The Esplanade, Calcutta, c1891. Creator: James Grant

The Esplanade, Calcutta, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Esplanade, Calcutta, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Weymouth beach, c1930

Weymouth beach, c1930
A GWR publicity view of Weymouth beach from the Esplanade. Just above the man by the railings is a building on stilts. It was known as the Skee Ball

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (litho)

Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (litho)
1040092 Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade and Lower Light (b / w photo)

Esplanade and Lower Light (b / w photo)
5225543 Esplanade and Lower Light (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Esplanade and Lower Light)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea (b / w photo)

Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea (b / w photo)
6012582 Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Wintering at Hastings, a Sketch on the Esplanade (engraving)

Wintering at Hastings, a Sketch on the Esplanade (engraving)
1052930 Wintering at Hastings, a Sketch on the Esplanade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wintering at Hastings, a Sketch on the Esplanade)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: The Royal Visit to India, Natives preparing Illuminations on the Esplanade, Bombay (engraving)

The Royal Visit to India, Natives preparing Illuminations on the Esplanade, Bombay (engraving)
1049457 The Royal Visit to India, Natives preparing Illuminations on the Esplanade, Bombay (engraving) by Waller, Samuel Edmund (1850-1903) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Esplanade and Culver Cliffs, Sandown, I of Wight (colour litho)

Esplanade and Culver Cliffs, Sandown, I of Wight (colour litho)
726211 Esplanade and Culver Cliffs, Sandown, I of Wight (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Esplanade and Culver Cliffs, Sandown)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Ryde, Isle of Wight, Hampshire - The Esplanade

Ryde, Isle of Wight, Hampshire - The Esplanade Date: 1907

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Monument to Lieutenant Bellot on the Esplanade in front of Greenwich Hospital (engraving)

Monument to Lieutenant Bellot on the Esplanade in front of Greenwich Hospital (engraving)
2785621 Monument to Lieutenant Bellot on the Esplanade in front of Greenwich Hospital (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Glengarriff, the Esplanade (b / w photo)

Glengarriff, the Esplanade (b / w photo)
3091861 Glengarriff, the Esplanade (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glengarriff, the Esplanade)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Brighton and Worthing (b / w photo)

Brighton and Worthing (b / w photo)
3095819 Brighton and Worthing (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brighton and Worthing. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Towan Beach, Newquay (colour photo)

Towan Beach, Newquay (colour photo)
3095373 Towan Beach, Newquay (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Towan Beach, Newquay. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Boulevard de la Mer, Deauville (colour photo)

Boulevard de la Mer, Deauville (colour photo)
3095206 Boulevard de la Mer, Deauville (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boulevard de la Mer, Deauville)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Promenade des Anglais, Nice (colour photo)

Promenade des Anglais, Nice (colour photo)
3095200 Promenade des Anglais, Nice (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Promenade des Anglais, Nice)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Fashionable couple at a ball, Paris, 1834

Fashionable couple at a ball, Paris, 1834
Dandyism in the Romantic Period, A ballroom in 1834. Fop in coat with tails, tight pants and top hat. Woman in fur-trim dress with feather in her hair. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Super-smart chic 1930s British holidaymakers

Super-smart chic 1930s British holidaymakers
A super-smart chic 1930s British couple take a walk along the seafront of a coastal resort along with the young ladys parents, the Mother wearing a quite remarkable print dress

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Working class gent with his two young daughters

Working class gent with his two young daughters
Working class gent walks proudly along a British seaside seafront with his two young daughters. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Law Courts, Esplanade, Durban (b / w photo)

Law Courts, Esplanade, Durban (b / w photo)
5225489 Law Courts, Esplanade, Durban (b/w photo) by South African Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Law Courts, Esplanade, Durban)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Fountain on the Esplanade at Nismes (engraving)

Fountain on the Esplanade at Nismes (engraving)
5213194 Fountain on the Esplanade at Nismes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fountain on the Esplanade at Nismes, M Questel, Architect)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: A couple on their honeymoon relaxing by the sea on the island of Gallinara, Italy. (colour litho)

A couple on their honeymoon relaxing by the sea on the island of Gallinara, Italy. (colour litho)
5217690 A couple on their honeymoon relaxing by the sea on the island of Gallinara, Italy. (colour litho) by Bonvoisin, Maurice Charles Mathieu (Mars) (1849-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: Marine Royal Esplanade, Eastbourne, East Sussex (coloured photo)

Marine Royal Esplanade, Eastbourne, East Sussex (coloured photo)
6031734 Marine Royal Esplanade, Eastbourne, East Sussex (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marine Royal Esplanade, Eastbourne, East Sussex)

Background imageEsplanade Collection: View of Shanghai, c. 1860 (ink & w / c on paper)

View of Shanghai, c. 1860 (ink & w / c on paper)
NP125956 View of Shanghai, c.1860 (ink & w/c on paper) by Tinqua, (fl.1860); 17.2x24.1 cm; Private Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

Background imageEsplanade Collection: A Summer Afternoon (oil on board)

A Summer Afternoon (oil on board)
MIB122065 A Summer Afternoon (oil on board) by Mathieu, Paul (1872-1932); 39.5x55 cm; Private Collection; eWhitford Fine Art, London, UK; Belgian, out of copyright




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"The Esplanade: A Journey Across Continents and Cultures" From the picturesque Lawns & Head in Bray, County Wicklow to the enchanting St. Peter Port Harbour at Night in Guernsey, Channel Islands, the esplanades of the world offer a captivating blend of beauty and serenity. In Ballyholme, Bangor, one can stroll along the esplanade while soaking up breathtaking views of nature's wonders. Meanwhile, The Harbour at Aberaeron in Cardigan Bay welcomes visitors with its charming coastal charm that is quintessentially Welsh. For those seeking a taste of British seaside nostalgia, Marine Drive at Bognor (aka East Parade) provides an idyllic setting reminiscent of bygone eras. Further south lies Gytheio on the Mani Peninsula in Greece's Peloponnese region - an esplanade that exudes Mediterranean allure. Closer to home, Main Street and Esplanade in Portstewart beckon with their vibrant atmosphere and lively street scenes. On Scotland's Isle of Bute - Rothesay boasts The West Esplanade where visitors can enjoy panoramic vistas over tranquil waters. Crossing back to England brings us to Exmouth's own Esplanade - a haven for sun-seekers and beach lovers alike. And let us not forget about history; The Crossword Craze / 1920 reminds us that even leisurely pursuits have their place along these promenades. Venturing beyond Europe takes us to Lourdes' Statue of St. Michael where faith intertwines with natural beauty along this sacred esplanade. Finally, we find ourselves across the Atlantic Ocean on Havana's Malecon – an iconic waterfront stretch that embodies Caribbean spirit amidst Central American charm. Whether it be for relaxation or exploration, these diverse esplanades invite you on a global journey filled with stunning landscapes and cultural encounters like no other.