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Flirtatious Collection (#3)

Captivating and coy, these flirtatious hints transport us to a world of tenderly flirting hearts

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Man interrupts his tennis game to talk to a young woman (colour litho)

Man interrupts his tennis game to talk to a young woman (colour litho)
6001417 Man interrupts his tennis game to talk to a young woman (colour litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Advertisement for the 1st Carnaval masked ball at the Theatre National de l Opera

Advertisement for the 1st Carnaval masked ball at the Theatre National de l Opera
1770055 Advertisement for the 1st Carnaval masked ball at the Theatre National de l Opera, in 1892, 1892 (colour lithograph) by Cheret

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Preparations (oil on panel)

The Preparations (oil on panel)
1769801 The Preparations (oil on panel) by Vibert, Jean or Jehan Georges (1840-1902); 63.5x81.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Preparations; Les Apprets. Jehan Georges Vibert (1840-1902)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: La Camargo Dancing (detail), c. 1730 (oil on canvas)

La Camargo Dancing (detail), c. 1730 (oil on canvas)
4073444 La Camargo Dancing (detail), c.1730 (oil on canvas) by Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743); National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: La Camargo Dancing, c. 1730 (oil on canvas)

La Camargo Dancing, c. 1730 (oil on canvas)
4073379 La Camargo Dancing, c.1730 (oil on canvas) by Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743); 76.2x106.7 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Marie-Anne de Cupis de Camargo)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Swing, 1729 (oil on canvas)

The Swing, 1729 (oil on canvas)
5037535 The Swing, 1729 (oil on canvas) by Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743); 37x47 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; French, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Tambourine Player

The Tambourine Player
WH48849 The Tambourine Player by Godward, John William (1861-1922); Private Collection; Photo eWhitford & Hughes, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: La Surprise, 1718-19 (oil on panel)

La Surprise, 1718-19 (oil on panel)
5242328 La Surprise, 1718-19 (oil on panel) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 36.4x28.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Mezzetin, from the commedia dell arte)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: On the Balcony, 1889 (oil on canvas)

On the Balcony, 1889 (oil on canvas)
989544 On the Balcony, 1889 (oil on canvas) by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); 106.4x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Balcony. Eugen von Bls (1843-1931). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1889

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Coquetry (chromolitho)

Coquetry (chromolitho)
729343 Coquetry (chromolitho) by Palmaroli, Vincente Gonzalez (1834-96); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coquetry. Engraving after an original artwork by Vicente Palmaroli)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Caught!, (oil on panel)

Caught!, (oil on panel)
651410 Caught!, (oil on panel) by Detti, Cesare-Auguste (1847-1914); 35.6x26 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Caught! Cesare Auguste Detti (1847-1914). Oil on panel

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Intermezzo, (oil on canvas)

Intermezzo, (oil on canvas)
650555 Intermezzo, (oil on canvas) by Frieseke, Frederick Carl (1874-1939); 91.5x72.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Intermezzo. Frederick Carl Frieseke (1874-1939). Oil on canvas

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Signorina Concha de Ossa, 1888 (pastel on canvas)

Signorina Concha de Ossa, 1888 (pastel on canvas)
NUL386994 Signorina Concha de Ossa, 1888 (pastel on canvas) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emiliana Concha de Ossa (1862-1905); ); Italian, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Eventail, c. 1892 (w / c on paper fan with bamboo support)

Eventail, c. 1892 (w / c on paper fan with bamboo support)
CH465377 Eventail, c.1892 (w/c on paper fan with bamboo support) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 65x33.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Bouquet (oil on canvas)

The Bouquet (oil on canvas)
476575 The Bouquet (oil on canvas) by Andreotti, Federigo (1847-1930); 59.7x45.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Couple with a cigarette, 1917 (colour litho)

Couple with a cigarette, 1917 (colour litho)
CHT290566 Couple with a cigarette, 1917 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: carte-postale Allemande; German postcard; ); eArchives Charmet; French

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Female Brokers Securing a Customer, illustration from

Female Brokers Securing a Customer, illustration from
AQS254845 Female Brokers Securing a Customer, illustration from The Bulls and Bears of New York, by Matthew Hale Smith (1810-79) 1873 (litho) by American School

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Flirtation, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Flirtation, 1887 (oil on canvas)
989961 Flirtation, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); 74.9x100.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flirtation. Eugen von Bls (1843-1931). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1887

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Sunny Afternoon at the Well, (oil on canvas)

Sunny Afternoon at the Well, (oil on canvas)
989916 Sunny Afternoon at the Well, (oil on canvas) by Siemieradzki, Henryk (1843-1902); 77.4x153.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunny Afternoon at the Well. Henryk Siemiradzki (1843-1902)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Fox and the Grapes, 1858 (oil on canvas)

The Fox and the Grapes, 1858 (oil on canvas)
658744 The Fox and the Grapes, 1858 (oil on canvas) by Solomon, Abraham (1824-62); 61x76.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fox and the Grapes. Abraham Solomon (1824-1862). Oil on canvas

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: By the Quay, (oil on canvas)

By the Quay, (oil on canvas)
657631 By the Quay, (oil on canvas) by Nevinson, Christopher Richard Wynne (1889-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: By the Quay. Christopher Richard Wynne Nevinson (1889-1946). Oil on canvas

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Off Duty, (oil on canvas)

Off Duty, (oil on canvas)
659035 Off Duty, (oil on canvas) by Conti, Tito (1842-1924); 108x81.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Off Duty. Tito Conti (1842-1924). Oil on canvas

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Serenade, (oil on panel)

The Serenade, (oil on panel)
658932 The Serenade, (oil on panel) by Indoni, Filippo (fl.1883-84); 46x37 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Serenade. Filippo Indoni (fl.1883-84). Oil on panel

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Small Talk, (oil on panel)

Small Talk, (oil on panel)
658661 Small Talk, (oil on panel) by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); 81x56 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Small Talk. Eugen von Bls (1843-1931). Oil on panel

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: You re all the world to me - pretty girl sitting on top of a globe (colour litho)

You re all the world to me - pretty girl sitting on top of a globe (colour litho)
6030134 You re all the world to me - pretty girl sitting on top of a globe (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Marguerite Clayton, American silent film actress (colour litho)

Marguerite Clayton, American silent film actress (colour litho)
6001605 Marguerite Clayton, American silent film actress (colour litho) by Flohri, Emil (1869-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marguerite Clayton (1891-1968), American silent film actress

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Man trying to steal a kiss from a young woman (colour litho)

Man trying to steal a kiss from a young woman (colour litho)
6001515 Man trying to steal a kiss from a young woman (colour litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man trying to steal a kiss from a young woman)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Man flirting with a woman over the supper table (litho)

Man flirting with a woman over the supper table (litho)
6001419 Man flirting with a woman over the supper table (litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man flirting with a woman over the supper table)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Declaration of Love, c. 1720 (oil on canvas)

Declaration of Love, c. 1720 (oil on canvas)
5672966 Declaration of Love, c.1720 (oil on canvas) by Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743); 80.1 x 64 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; French, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Reading, (oil on canvas)

The Reading, (oil on canvas)
1197531 The Reading, (oil on canvas) by Reggianini, Vittorio (1858-1938); 69.5x88 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Village Coquette (oil on canvas)

The Village Coquette (oil on canvas)
1249196 The Village Coquette (oil on canvas) by Lance, George (1802-64); 110.5x86 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Amorous Visitor, (oil on canvas)

The Amorous Visitor, (oil on canvas)
823566 The Amorous Visitor, (oil on canvas) by Zatzka, Hans (1859-1945); 68.5x47.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Amorous Visitor. Hans Zatzka (1859-1945). Oil on canvas

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Politicians, (oil on canvas)

The Politicians, (oil on canvas)
989762 The Politicians, (oil on canvas) by Worms, Jules (1832-1914); 73.7x101.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Politicians; Les Politiciens. Jules Worms (1832-1914). Oil on canvas

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Elegant company at a table on a terrace (oil on panel)

Elegant company at a table on a terrace (oil on panel)
829306 Elegant company at a table on a terrace (oil on panel) by Tilborch, Gillis Van (1614-84); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Pierrot, Columbine and Punchinello; Pierrot, Colombine et Polichinelle, (oil on canvas)

Pierrot, Columbine and Punchinello; Pierrot, Colombine et Polichinelle, (oil on canvas)
827002 Pierrot, Columbine and Punchinello; Pierrot, Colombine et Polichinelle, (oil on canvas) by Vollon, Alexis (1865-1945); 240x209.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierrot)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Figures in a Courtyard behind a House, c. 1663-5 (oil on canvas)

Figures in a Courtyard behind a House, c. 1663-5 (oil on canvas)
3545890 Figures in a Courtyard behind a House, c. 1663-5 (oil on canvas) by Hooch, Pieter de (1629-84); 60x45.7 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: A Dandy and a Dandyzette or a retour De L Opera, c. 1820 (hand-coloured engraving)

A Dandy and a Dandyzette or a retour De L Opera, c. 1820 (hand-coloured engraving)
695555 A Dandy and a Dandyzette or a retour De L Opera, c.1820 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: An Italian Market Scene (mosaic)

An Italian Market Scene (mosaic)
474388 An Italian Market Scene (mosaic) by Montelatici, Giovanni (1864-1930); 183x113 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: After a painting by Egisto Ferroni (1835-1912)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Flirtation, 1885 (oil on panel)

Flirtation, 1885 (oil on panel)
658561 Flirtation, 1885 (oil on panel) by Croegaert, Georges (1848-1923); 73.7x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flirtation. Georges Croegaert (1848-1923). Oil on panel

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: A Flirtatious Model in my Studio (w / c on paper)

A Flirtatious Model in my Studio (w / c on paper)
2602014 A Flirtatious Model in my Studio (w/c on paper) by Calvin, Artruro M. (19th century); 30.5x45.7 cm; Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Two Happy Couples, early twentieth century (colour litho)

Two Happy Couples, early twentieth century (colour litho)
CHT290569 Two Happy Couples, early twentieth century (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Dance of the Almeh, 1863 (oil on panel)

The Dance of the Almeh, 1863 (oil on panel)
DAY234989 The Dance of the Almeh, 1863 (oil on panel) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 50.2x81.3 cm; The Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, Ohio

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Temptation, (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour)

Temptation, (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour)
824131 Temptation, (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 38.1x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Temptation. Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: The Busy Street, 1898 (watercolour on paper)

The Busy Street, 1898 (watercolour on paper)
989738 The Busy Street, 1898 (watercolour on paper) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); 86x63.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Busy Street; Une Rue Animee. Maurice Leloir (1853-1940)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: A Declaration of Love, 1887 (watercolour on paper)

A Declaration of Love, 1887 (watercolour on paper)
989380 A Declaration of Love, 1887 (watercolour on paper) by Simonetti, Ettore (19th century); 56.5x38.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Declaration of Love. Ettore Simonetti (1857-1909)

Background imageFlirtatious Collection: Elegant company playing the game of La Main Chaude in an interior (oil on panel)

Elegant company playing the game of La Main Chaude in an interior (oil on panel)
872368 Elegant company playing the game of La Main Chaude in an interior (oil on panel) by Lamen, Christoffel Jacobsz van der (1606-51); 58.4x89.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)




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Captivating and coy, these flirtatious hints transport us to a world of tenderly flirting hearts. From the pages of Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen, where love blossoms amidst subtle glances and playful banter, to the vibrant illustration of a Bathing Belle on Pier, exuding charm with every step. London Life's front cover in March 1966 introduces 'The Things London Girl' - a modern-day enchantress who knows how to captivate with her irresistible allure. In Winter Sportings by Lewis Baumer, we witness the artistry of flirtation on ice as couples twirl and glide together, their eyes locked in an unspoken promise. The Peachcomber by Rick Elmes takes us on a whimsical journey through tropical paradise, where coquetry is as abundant as the lush foliage that surrounds it. Traveling back in time to 1932 with The Tatler Summer Number front cover, we encounter elegant ladies adorned in exquisite gowns at The Hunt the Slipper Ball at the Savoy. Miss Sonia Surovova steals hearts alongside her military friend – their chemistry palpable even through black-and-white photographs. Britannia and Eve's September 1947 front cover showcases Conchita Montenegro; her smoldering gaze leaves admirers weak-kneed while an advert for Eau de Cologne promises to enhance one's natural magnetism. A saucy French postcard from WW1 era reminds us that even during times of turmoil, playfulness can still ignite sparks between lovers. Coquetry dances across each hint like whispers carried on a summer breeze – reminding us that sometimes all it takes is a knowing smile or a gentle touch to awaken desire.