Extravagance Collection (#2)

Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Artist: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

The Seven Virtues, c. 1450. Artist: Pesellino, Francesco di Stefano (1422-1457)
The Seven Virtues, c. 1450. Found in the collection of the Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, Alabama

Bad Form in Dress, c. 1915 (pen & ink & w/c on paper)
2653078 Bad Form in Dress, c.1915 (pen & ink & w/c on paper) by Pissarro, Ludovic-Rodolphe (1878-1952); Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

Design for The Great Triumphal Chariot of Emperor Maximilian I : detail showing the Virtues placing a wreath
XAM77582 Design for The Great Triumphal Chariot of Emperor Maximilian I : detail showing the Virtues placing a wreath on the head of the Emperor, planned by Willibald Pirckheimer, pub

Stage Design for Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach, 1915 (w / c & ink on paper)
BAL240129 Stage Design for Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach, 1915 (w/c & ink on paper) by Sudeikin, Sergei Yurevich (1882-1946); 47.5x67.8 cm; State Central A.A

"Portrait de Ferdinand Joseph (1636-1698), prince de Dietrichstein, Gundakar de Dietrichstein en costume de ballet
FIA5403234 " Portrait de Ferdinand Joseph (1636-1698), prince de Dietrichstein, Gundakar de Dietrichstein en costume de ballet equestre" (Gundakar)

Merveilleuses in the French Revolutionary era, 1792-1799. 1850 (engraving)
7233267 Merveilleuses in the French Revolutionary era, 1792-1799. 1850 (engraving) by Grevin, Alfred (1827-1892); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman wearing a battleship in her pouf headdress, era of King Louis XIV, 1850 (engraving)
7233266 Woman wearing a battleship in her pouf headdress, era of King Louis XIV, 1850 (engraving) by Grevin, Alfred (1827-1892); Private Collection; (add.info)

Moet et Chandon, Drinking the Health of the Chef (colour litho)
3099814 Moet et Chandon, Drinking the Health of the Chef (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moet et Chandon, Drinking the Health of the Chef)

Galisson, costume pour le ballet la Belle au bois dormant de Piotr Tchaikovsky - Oeuvre de Leon Bakst (1866-1924)
FIA5390522 Galisson, costume pour le ballet la Belle au bois dormant de Piotr Tchaikovsky - Oeuvre de Leon Bakst (1866-1924), lithographie 1921 - (Galisson)

Discomforts of an Epicure, 1787. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Discomforts of an Epicure, 1787. According to available descriptions of Rowlandson, this is a self-portrait, of course exaggerated

Luxury, detail from The Table of the Seven Deadly Sins and the Four Last Things, c
XIR61225 Luxury, detail from The Table of the Seven Deadly Sins and the Four Last Things, c.1480 (oil on panel) (detail of 169586) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); Prado, Madrid

Les Incroyables, Anonymous. Copper engraving, watercolour, 1796-1797. Private Collection
FIA5409587 Les Incroyables, Anonymous. Copper engraving, watercolour, 1796-1797. Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images; out of copyright

Illustration in Le Rire, 09 / 04 / 10 - A trendy bouquet of veils - Fashion
ICA4864035 Illustration in Le Rire, 09/04/10 - A trendy bouquet of veils - Fashion, Fencing (engraving) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); (add.info)

Woman in fur-lined hooded coat, era of Marie Antoinette
5893160 Woman in fur-lined hooded coat, era of Marie Antoinette. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in bonnet trimmed with feathers, long golden silk dress)

Woman in tricolor outfit, era of Marie Antoinette (engraving)
5893159 Woman in tricolor outfit, era of Marie Antoinette (engraving) by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in tricolor outfit: red and white striped bonnet and dress)

Woman in jacket and skirt, era of Marie Antoinette
5893153 Woman in jacket and skirt, era of Marie Antoinette. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in green feathered bonnet)

Elegant man in striped coat, era of Marie Antoinette
5893151 Elegant man in striped coat, era of Marie Antoinette. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Elegant man in blue striped coat over black waistcoat and breeches)

Woman with large fur muff, era of Marie Antoinette
5893150 Woman with large fur muff, era of Marie Antoinette. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in bonnet, long crimson coat over white petticoats)

Fashionable woman in dress with rosettes, era of Marie Antoinett
5893148 Fashionable woman in dress with rosettes, era of Marie Antoinett by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Fashionable woman in " petite maitresse" style)

Dandy, era of Marie Antoinette
5893147 Dandy, era of Marie Antoinette. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Fashionable dandy man in pink coat, green breeches, bonnet with rosette, striped stockings and cane)

Covent Garden Theatre decorated for the gala performance in celebration of Queen Victorias Jubilee
5227048 Covent Garden Theatre decorated for the gala performance in celebration of Queen Victorias Jubilee, at a cost of £ 1, 755 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Allegory of Fortune, c. 1658-9 (oil on canvas)
3545818 Allegory of Fortune, c.1658-9 (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); 200.7x133 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Fortune bestows wealth, status)

Triumph of Julius Caesar, Rome, 46 BC (engraving)
5997527 Triumph of Julius Caesar, Rome, 46 BC (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Triumph of Julius Caesar, Rome, 46 BC)

The Woolworth Building, New York: The Empire Room, Executive Office of the President of F W Woolworth Co (b / w photo)
5998365 The Woolworth Building, New York: The Empire Room, Executive Office of the President of F W Woolworth Co (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after)

The Effects of Extravagance and Idleness (chromolitho)
1051682 The Effects of Extravagance and Idleness (chromolitho) by Morland, George (1763-1804) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Effects of Extravagance and Idleness)

Display of cold meat in the kitchen of the Commodore Hotel, 1919 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380606 Display of cold meat in the kitchen of the Commodore Hotel, 1919 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

"There was an Old Man of Kilkenny, who never had more than a penny", from A Book of Nonsense
LLM386660 " There was an Old Man of Kilkenny, who never had more than a penny", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co

Table set for a banquet at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1913 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380734 Table set for a banquet at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1913 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money (engraving)
2803341 How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money (engraving) by Lumley, Arthur (1837-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: How a Fortunate Operator spends his Money)

The International Electricity Exhibition In Como, The Great Main Facade (colour litho)
2798175 The International Electricity Exhibition In Como, The Great Main Facade (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hamilton Place, Mr. Leopold de Rothschilds House (Number Five) (b / w photo)
3102217 Hamilton Place, Mr. Leopold de Rothschilds House (Number Five) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamilton Place, Mr)

Exaltation of Faros Daughters, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving)
3035670 Exaltation of Faros Daughters, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albinia, Countess of Buckinghamshire (d)

"A General Fast in consequence of the War!!"... c.1794 (coloured etching)
1273704 " A General Fast in consequence of the War!!"... c.1794 (coloured etching) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811); 24x34 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Woman in flower-trimmed outfit, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in extravagant tall floral bonnet, wearing a fichu and corsage, flower-trimmed pale green dress, holding a fan. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by Ch

Elegant man in striped coat, era of Marie Antoinette
Elegant man in blue striped coat over black waistcoat and breeches, carrying a cane and hat. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by A

Dandy with lorgnette, era of Marie Antoinette
Dandy in black suit, breeches and stockings, holding a sprig of flowers and looking through a pocket telescope or lorgnette. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by Ap

Woman with large fur muff, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in bonnet, long crimson coat over white petticoats, with both hands in a huge fur muff. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by Ap

Woman reading a book, era of Marie Antoinette
Fashionable woman in pouf hairstyle with ribbon, wearing a fichu and floral-print dress, reading a book. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by E

Fashionable woman in dress with rosettes, era of Marie
Fashionable woman in petite maitresse style: pink dress ornamented with green flower rosettes, bonnet with flowers. Handcolored engraving by E

Woman in fur-lined hooded coat, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in bonnet trimmed with feathers, long golden silk dress, mauve fur-trimmed hooded coat and fur muff. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by A

Woman in tricolor outfit, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in tricolor outfit: red and white striped bonnet and dress, blue sash and petticoat, white fichu, ribbons and frills.. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by A

Woman in silk jacket and dress, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in pouf hairstyle, bonnet trimmed with foliage, yellow silk jacket and matching long skirt both trimmed with black silk ruffles. Handcolored engraving by E

Woman in chapeau and redingote, era of Marie Antoinette
Fashionable woman in flowery chapeau and veil, wearing a fichu and green velvet redingote over a grey silk dress and holding a cane. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by A

Woman in dress with ribbon frills, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in long white silk dress with blue ribbon frills, green ribbon and roses in her hair in ringlets, holding a fan. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by A

Capitol and Labor, 1881 (oil on canvas)
NYH188134 Capitol and Labor, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Henry, Edward Lamson (1841-1919); 31.8x38.7 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American

Les Merveilleuses, Anonymous. Copper engraving, watercolour, 1796. Private Collection
FIA5409586 Les Merveilleuses, Anonymous. Copper engraving, watercolour, 1796. Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images; out of copyright

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"Indulging in Opulence: A Glimpse into Extravagance" Step into a world of grandeur and excess, where luxury knows no bounds. From the majestic Coronation of the Shah of Iran to the sleek Aston Martin V8 Vantage, every detail exudes extravagance. In the enchanting Gardens and village of Chateau de Villandry in France's Loire Valley, opulence takes root amidst meticulously manicured landscapes. Meanwhile, Al-Husn Souq in Salalah beckons with local frankincense perfumes housed in ornate gold and glass bottles – a sensory delight fit for royalty. Behold the regal stamp bearing the image of Maharaja of Patiala, showcasing his reign over wealth and power. And as if one Porsche 911 (997) Carrera S wasn't enough to satisfy desires, indulge your automotive fantasies with another glimpse at this epitome of lavishness. As we sing a song reminiscent of times past, Reza Pahlavi's Crown Prince status during Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi's Coronation reminds us that often intertwined with monarchy. The very essence of Marie Antoinette's era comes alive through images capturing women adorned in jackets and skirts or fur-trimmed outfits – symbols of their privileged lifestyles. Extravagance transcends time and borders; it captivates our imagination while reminding us that sometimes indulgence can be an art form itself. So let these glimpses into opulent moments serve as inspiration to embrace life's luxuries when they come our way – after all, there is beauty even in excess.