Gaiety Collection (#8)

Olive May, actress and Gaiety Girl (1886-1947), formal studio portrait on boudoir chair. Olive Mary Meatyard married into the peerage twice, to Lord Victor Paget in 1913

Catherine by Reginald Arkell and Fred De Gresac
Catherine by Reginald Arkell (14 October 1882 - 1 May 1959) and Fred(erique) De Gresac (18661943), from Die Siegerin by Oskar Friedman, et al

Bryan Entracte 24 1884 1880s Victorian Morbid
bryan, entracte, 24, 1884, 1880s, victorian, morbid, death, burial, woman, women, sitting, coffin, theatre, sarah, bernhardt, ferry, calais, dover, england, france, cartoon, cartoons, caricature

Photograph taken by the corner of the Strand and the Aldwych. Showing Inveresk House, (on the left), formerly known as Borthwick House when it held the offices of the Morning Post, became, in 1928

Nineteenth century Paraguayan country girls (litho)
KW353687 Nineteenth century Paraguayan country girls (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from a 19th century illustration;)

The Dance of Spring (oil on canvas)
GLS314076 The Dance of Spring (oil on canvas) by Hornel, Edward Atkinson (1864-1933); 142.4x95.2 cm; Glasgow Museums, UK; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Mrs A Scott-Elliot and Children, 1912 (oil on canvas)
3620063 Mrs A Scott-Elliot and Children, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Swynnerton, Annie Louisa (1844-1933); diam: 148.6 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

The Rommelpot: Interior with Three Figures (oil on panel)
MAN276862 The Rommelpot: Interior with Three Figures (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 32.8x26.1 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Merry Company Before an Inn, 1646 (oil on canvas)
3057910 Merry Company Before an Inn, 1646 (oil on canvas) by Wouwermans or Wouwerman, Philips (1619-68); 53x75 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

An Italian Sailor (oil on canvas)
MAN368388 An Italian Sailor (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 77x63.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Smiling self-portrait, 1630 (etching)
7393405 Smiling self-portrait, 1630 (etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 5 x 4, 3 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Abraham caressing Isaac, 1637 (Etching)
7393359 Abraham caressing Isaac, 1637 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 11, 8 x 10, 1 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Martin Luthers pleasure of sumertime together with his family and friends, 1850s (engraving)
UTD4915707 Martin Luthers pleasure of sumertime together with his family and friends, 1850s (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); (add.info.: Illustration from : "Dr)

Allegory of Joy and Melancholy, 1628 (oil on canvas)
7394035 Allegory of Joy and Melancholy, 1628 (oil on canvas) by Janssens, Abraham (1575-1632); 120.4x97.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Ring-a-Ring-of-Roses, 1910 (oil on canvas)
868274 Ring-a-Ring-of-Roses, 1910 (oil on canvas) by Stuck, Franz von (1863-1928); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio

Perseus freeing Andromeda, 1510-15 circa, (oil and tempera on wood)
7146527 Perseus freeing Andromeda, 1510-15 circa, (oil and tempera on wood) by Cosimo, Piero di (c.1462-1521); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Perseus freeing Andromeda)

Amore Attis, circa 1440 (bronze)
7146243 Amore Attis, circa 1440 (bronze) by Donatello, (c.1386-1466); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Amore Attis, circa 1440, Donatello, bronze, Bargello museum)

Colour illustration by Federico Ribas Montenegro (print)
7315180 Colour illustration by Federico Ribas Montenegro (print) by Montenegro, Federico Ribas (1890-1952); Private Collection; Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2023

Virgin Mary, 16th century (oil on wood)
7129536 Virgin Mary, 16th century (oil on wood) by Sarto, Andrea del (1486-1530); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Virgin Mary, Andrea del Sarto)

Welcome, 1903-08 (oil on canvas)
7381649 Welcome, 1903-08 (oil on canvas) by Tetmajer, Wlodzimierz (1862-1923); 33 x 47 cm; National Museum, Krakow, Poland; (add.info.: by Włodzimierz Tetmajer (1862-1923))

Statuette of Cupid, 1st/2nd century AD (marble)
7146639 Statuette of Cupid, 1st/2nd century AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Statuette of Cupid, 1st/2nd century AD, roman art)

Celebrations in the streets of London following the news of the conclusion of peace in the Transvaal, May 1902 (print)
XIR182123 Celebrations in the streets of London following the news of the conclusion of peace in the Transvaal, May 1902 (print) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Ouder geluk (parents happiness), 1891 (pastel on paper)
868160 Ouder geluk (parents happiness), 1891 (pastel on paper) by Toorop, Jan Theodore (1858-1928); 28x30 cm; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Uhlans, Uhlans, the Boys Pretty a Picture... 1916 (oil on panel)
7386952 Uhlans, Uhlans, the Boys Pretty a Picture... 1916 (oil on panel) by Janowski, Stanislaw (1866-1942); 47.3 x 65.8 cm; National Museum, Krakow

Theodore Roosevelt laughing, c. 1910 (b/w photo)
5322718 Theodore Roosevelt laughing, c.1910 (b/w photo) by Duprez, Charles (fl.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) 26th President of the United States.)

World War I 1914-1918. German poster for subscribers to War Loan bonds, 1918
528637 World War I 1914-1918. German poster for subscribers to War Loan bonds, 1918. Blond man holding a sword with his left arm around his blond wife and baby

Peggy Hopkins Joyce raises a glass of beer to celebrate the end of Prohibition, Hollywood, California, 1933 (b/w photo)
1142633 Peggy Hopkins Joyce raises a glass of beer to celebrate the end of Prohibition, Hollywood, California, 1933 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Adoration of the Child, 1619-20 (oil on canvas)
7146897 Adoration of the Child, 1619-20 (oil on canvas) by Honthorst, Gerrit van (1590-1656); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Adoration of the Child, 1619-20)

Memory Figure Sitting on a Stool, Akan Culture, Ghana (terracotta)
HSC181696 Memory Figure Sitting on a Stool, Akan Culture, Ghana (terracotta) by African School; height:44 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Peasant feast, 16th century (oil on wood)
7129579 Peasant feast, 16th century (oil on wood) by Cleve, Maerten van (1527-81); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Peasant feast, Marten van Cleve)

Allegorical figure, 1575-80, (oil on wood)
7129029 Allegorical figure, 1575-80, (oil on wood) by Morandini, Francesco (Il Poppi) (1544-97); Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Allegorical figure, 1575-80)

Virgin with laughing child, about 1465 (terracotta)
7146822 Virgin with laughing child, about 1465 (terracotta) by Rossellino, Antonio (Antonio Gamberelli)(1427-1479); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: The virgin and child)

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Old Man and Woman, 1700s (oil on wood)
XOS5888319 Old Man and Woman, 1700s (oil on wood) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 13.8x12 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: by David Teniers the Younger (1610-90))

Illustration for My Farm (colour litho)
3634406 Illustration for My Farm (colour litho) by Mills, Reginald (1896-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Here is a big family of little pigs with their mother, who is just enjoying her dinner)

Portrait of Felice Colonna Orsini
3359337 Portrait of Felice Colonna Orsini by Pulzone, Scipione (Il Gaetano) (1550-98); Galleria Colonna, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Felice Colonna Orsini, Scipione Pulzone, Colonna Gallery)

The three ages of woman, 1905, (oil on canvas)
7146734 The three ages of woman, 1905, (oil on canvas) by Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918); 180x180 cm; Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio

Poster advertising Cirio tinned tomatoes (colour litho)
PER248081 Poster advertising Cirio tinned tomatoes (colour litho) by Mauzan, Luciano Achille (1883-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: extracto de tomates;)

Bouquet of Flowers, (oil on canvas)
990843 Bouquet of Flowers, (oil on canvas) by Valtat, Louis (1869-1952); 24.2x70 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bouquet of Flowers; Bouquet de Fleurs. Louis Valtat (1869-1952). Oil on canvas

Yellow Daisies in a Green Jug; Marguerites Jaunes, Cruche Verte, 1943 (oil on panel)
825109 Yellow Daisies in a Green Jug; Marguerites Jaunes, Cruche Verte, 1943 (oil on panel) by Valtat, Louis (1869-1952); 24.1x19 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Beautiful Land Of Nod (colour litho)
5228945 The Beautiful Land Of Nod (colour litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Beautiful Land Of Nod)

The Springtime of Life, 1920 (oil on canvas)
BOU202963 The Springtime of Life, 1920 (oil on canvas) by Hay, Peter Alexander (1866-1952); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey

Ball at La Monnaie, 1912 (oil on canvas)
CUL4929406 Ball at La Monnaie, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Henri (1869-1943); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tournai, Belgium; (add.info.: MOREAU, Henri (1869-1943). Ball at La Monnaie. 1912

"The Satyrs danced round her in glee" (colour litho)
3649345 "The Satyrs danced round her in glee" (colour litho) by Hammond, Gertrude E. Demain (1862-1952) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Your Holidays! Travel by the White Star Line, a poster advertising travel to United States and Canada, c
1197961 Your Holidays! Travel by the White Star Line, a poster advertising travel to United States and Canada, c.1927 (colour litho) by Mills

Picking Apples, 1919 (oil on canvas)
487765 Picking Apples, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Elsley, Arthur John (1861-1952); 96.5x68.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

Poster produced in Argentina to advertise Cafiaspirina aspirin (colour litho)
PER205978 Poster produced in Argentina to advertise Cafiaspirina aspirin (colour litho) by Mauzan, Luciano Achille (1883-1952); Private Collection

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"Gaiety: A Timeless Celebration of Joy and Entertainment" Step into the world of gaiety, where laughter echoes through the ages and merriment knows no bounds. From the uproarious comedy "Hay Fever" by Noel Coward to the vibrant performances at Gaiety Theatre in Hastings, this concept has always been synonymous with pure delight. Intriguingly, even historical figures like the 5th Marquess of Anglesey found solace in gaiety, as he transformed into Pekoe for a momentary escape from reality. The enchantment continued with an advert for Gaiety Girl in 1896, captivating audiences with its allure. The programme cover for "The Beauty Spot" in 1917 exemplifies how gaiety transcends time; it remains eternally cherished. It was during such jubilant times that Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) announced her betrothal to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Buckingham Palace in London - a black and white photograph capturing their radiant happiness. Glimpses into history reveal more facets of gaiety's charm - whether it be through a lively production like "Gaiety Girl" in 1904 or an intriguing colored photo depicting a man relishing a large watermelon. These moments encapsulate joyous memories that have stood the test of time. From music halls like The Gaiety Music Hall Chatham to iconic venues like Cafe De Paris, gaiety thrived as people sought respite from everyday life. Caricatures immortalize beloved performers such as Nellie Farren and Edward Ledger who brought endless laughter to their audiences. Even musical compositions embraced this spirit; Pas de Quatre's Faust Up To Date graced music covers while reflecting society's fascination with dance crazes like tango - epitomized by films such as "The Girl on the Film" in 1913.