Gambling Collection (#51)

Downtown sight in Reno Nevada welcoming tourists as Biggest Little City in the World

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas. View of hotels and casinos

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas. View of Statue of Liberty replica at New York New York Hotel & Casino

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign surrounded by palm trees and electrical wires

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Downtown, old neon sign

USA, Colorado, Cripple Creek, City Hall and Fire Station

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas. Imitation Statue of Liberty at New York New York Hotel & Casino

USA, Colorado, Cripple Creek, Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas

French Polynesia. A deck of cards fanned out on a casino table aboard Paul Gaugin cruise ship

French Polynesia. Black jack hands and poker chips on a casino table aboard Paul Gaugin cruise ship

Mauritius, Port Louis, Caudan Waterfront casino

The dice players on the tomb of Jesus Christ. Tempera on wood Russian Orthodox icon, 17th century
RUSSIAN ICON: DICE PLAYERS. The dice players on the tomb of Jesus Christ. Tempera on wood Russian Orthodox icon, 17th century

FRANKLIN: WAY TO WEALTH. Illustration from an 1807 British edition of Benjamin Franklins book of advice, Way to Wealth, originally published in 1758

NATIVE AMERICANS: GAMBLING, 1870. Native Americans gambling for the possession of a captive female settler. Wood engraving, American, 1870, after William de la Montagne Cary

NEW YORK: LOTTERY, 1851. Distribution of the American Art-Union Prizes in the new Tripler Hall on Mercer Street, New York. Wood engraving, 1851

LOUISIANA STATE FAIR, 1873. Page from Daily Varieties Theatre Programme, 1873, featuring an advertisement for the lottery held at the Seventh Louisiana State Fair in April 1873

NEW YORK: LOTTERY, 1832. View of City Hall, New York, during the drawing of a lottery. Engraving on linen, American, 1832

FRANCE: GAMBLING, c1750. A French gambling salon of the 18th century. Line engraving, 19th century

GERMANY: GAMBLING. Gambling house in Stuttgart, Germany. Line engraving, 19th century

BADEN-BADEN: SALON, 1858. The dancing and gambling salon at Baden-Baden, Germany. Wood engraving, 1858

MACAO: GAMBLING HOUSE. A Chinese gambling establishment at Macao, the Portuguese colony off the coast of China. Wood engraving, 1873

DORE: RUSSIAN CARTOON, 1854. An 1854 satirical engraving by Gustave Dor

MISSISSIPPI BUBBLE, 1720. Contemporary Dutch satirical engraving on John Laws Mississippi Bubble scheme, 1720

Gambling by wireless. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon of scenes about the activities of stock exchanges and gambling on sporting events on ocean liners once they are equipped for wireless

Albert I of Morocco - Parody
" The Supreme law is the Kings Purse" " Roulette is the Source of my Strength" French parody souvenir postcard from Monte Carlo, depicting Albert I of Morocco (1889-1922)

Le tapis vert, the gaming table of Baden Baden. Date c1883

Evening recreation of the Young Holy Ghosters - Ages 15 - 25, average is 18 - all mill workers - all Portuguese. Whole House on George Street. Great need of leadership

Raising him the limit. Date c1892 Nov. 11

Well I ll be hanged. Date 1892 Nov. 11

Fate-Vos Yeux by Howard Elcock - Monte Carlo casino, 1926
Scene in the casino at Monte Carlo, where smart society in evening dress win and lose a fortune at the tables. Date: 1926

The new gambling room, Monte Carlo, Riviera. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Gambling in a casino, 1927
A group sit around a boule table in a casino, fixated by the gambling going on by a confident looking gentleman. Date: 1927

Starter caught at the Tote
The Starter who was Caught at the Tote by Patrick Bellew. The massed ranks of punters, jockeys, policeman and even a horse react with undiluted horror at the sight of the race starter placing a bet

Roulette Game
A large group of gamblers assembled around a roulette table. A woman in a fur coat frantically stretches across to place her chips on her lucky number... Date: 1930s

Keno in Reno
Divorce City makes gambling legal! The popular game of KENO being played in a gambling house in Reno, Nevada, U.S.A. Date: 1930s

Stylish Roulette
The glamour of gambling - men in suits and smart women, gathered around a roulette table, chain-smoking... Date: 1930s

Tossing a Coin
Heads or tails? Date: 1960s

Gambling Takings
The truth about gambling : after close of play, the takings are locked away in a safe. Date: 1930s

Epsom Derby Day - Prince Monolulu - Tipster. Date: 1929

The Winning Post and a Bottle of Port - " My word, what combinations!". The Winning Post was run by Roberts Sievier who mostly used the publication to attack those he disliked on the turf

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"Step into the world of gambling, where fortunes are made and lost. From the bustling streets of Walthamstow Dog Racing Stadium to the glamourous Playboy Club in London, the allure of chance beckons. Neon lights illuminate Billy The Rat Catcher's path as he navigates through a sea of excitement. In Boulogne sur Mer, France, a poster entices visitors with promises of thrilling games and unforgettable experiences. Meanwhile, Monte Carlo stands tall as an epitome of opulence, with its iconic Casino and Cafe de Paris captivating all who enter. A sketch from the 1920s transports us back in time to witness high-stakes gambling at its finest. The King and Queen of Hearts hold court on Goodall & Son Ltd. 's playing cards from yesteryears - symbols that have stood the test of time. The King of Spades adds his regal presence to this deck, reminding us that luck can be fickle even for royalty. Across oceans lies Las Vegas, Nevada - home to The Golden Nugget where roulette wheels spin endlessly amidst vibrant energy. James Dowsett emerges as a trusted bookmaker or turf accountant amidst this whirlwind atmosphere. As night falls upon Monte Carlo once again, the casino and Hotel de Paris become illuminated jewels against a dark sky - inviting both seasoned gamblers and curious souls alike. Gambling is not just about winning or losing; it is about embracing uncertainty while chasing dreams, and is an art form that captivates hearts across generations - transcending borders and cultures. " Note.