Genre Collection (page 8)

A Parisian woman getting dressed in the Chinese style. Our artist has turned three magots (grotesque porcelain figures) into makeup artists eager to transform a beautiful Parisienne into a Chinese

The vapours, or the day of memories
Les vapeurs, the day of memories. A woman drinks tea on the sofa while her maid picks up bills strewn over the floor. Kind husband, would you heal the painful nerves of your wife

Fashionable couple running in the rain. The gallant Mr de Boissec gives his coat and top hat to his lady, and carries her hat in his kerchief and her dog under his arm

Woman of the Chausee-d Antin in the Chinese fashion
Woman from the Chaussee-d Antin in the Chinese fashion. She wears a tall bonnet with flowers and ribbons over her piled up hairstyle a la Chinoise, ruff collar, tunic with bells, shawl tied in a bow

Woman in muslin dress with fichu wimple, and perkale skirt
Woman in a muslin dress with frills, fichu wimple, and perkale skirt. The headdress is an accessory, and its height should never equal the length of the face

Woman in velvet bonnet and long carrick coat with pelerines
Woman in velvet bonnet with plumes, long carrick coat in wool with two pelerines (shoulder capes). There is nothing lighter, softer and warmer than a cashmere shawl

Man in long carrick coat with five pelerines or capes. Our young men shorten their jackets but lengthen their coats. The coat is long, heavy and awkward

Woman in vol-au-vent bonnet and dress with
Woman in vol-au-vent bonnet, scarf, dress with transparent sleeves and brodequin bootees. A strict casuist might find something reprehensible with this bodice

Woman in dress with spiral sleeves, ruffs and flounces
Woman with spiral sleeves, profuse ruffs and flounces, kerchief key-holder. When one talks of flounces, refer back to the reign of Louis XV, and look at the portrait of your grandmother

Man in flowerpot hat, cherub hairstle and long ridingcoat. When fashions appear strange or embarrassing, I recall the hammer wigs, wide-sleeve coats, arabesque embroidery, wooden heels, huge baskets

Young man in chenille yarn jacket, cravat, gloves, trousers, top hat and stick. When fashions appear strange or embarrassing, I recall the hammer wigs, wide-sleeve coats, arabesque embroidery

Man with round bowler hat and whip
Man with round bowler hat, green jacket, waistcoat, cravat, breeches, whip and pink-striped stockings. When fashions appear strange or embarrassing, I recall the hammer wigs, wide-sleeve coats

Woman wearing headdress and dress featuring extravagent pleating and flouncing. Pleated collars, flounces (falbalas) and ruffs (chicories), have never been more in fashion than today

Fashionable people playing the parlour game
Fashionable men and women playing the parlour game called the Statue. When one is condemned to be the statue, she is placed in the centre of the room

Fashionable people playing the memory game of the gentle knight. Players who have made errors have to wear paper horns in their hair. At the beginning, everyone is a gentle knight

The Italian Grimacier or pantomime artist
Italian street pantomime artist in grotesque wig, playing a bizarre one-string violin with balloon. This young Italian man with black eyes excels at terrible grimaces

Fashionable people playing the game of the candlestick base
Fashionable people playing the parlour game of the candlestick base. For a forfeit, one fool kisses a candlestick base which drips hot wax on a woman on a sofa

Fashionable people playing the game of Guess the Kisser
Fashionable people at a party play the game of Guess the kisser, a parlour game where a blindfolded girl has to guess who is kissing her on the cheek

Hindering Choice. Three women in frilled dresses flirt with a waiter in a long apron at a cafe. Women no longer drink wine because of their delicate nerves, but they quaff kirsch

Couples dancing La Poule section of the quadrille
Two couples perform the third section La Poule in the quadrille, a popular ball and salon dance from the early 19th century

Three graces in trousers. Three girls in turbans, dresses with frills that reach the mid-calf length and frilled pantalons or trousers. There is something strange about this costume

Parisiennes relaxing at Montmorency, a suburb of Paris. A woman sits in a swing beneath a tree, while another picks cherries

The informal umbrella. A gentleman grabs the hand of a young lady and kisses her, while using his umbrella to prevent her aunt and chaperone from seeing it

Citrus fruits, fruits du genre citrus. Lemon, Citrus limonum 1, 4, orange, Citrus aurantium 2, citron, Citrus medica 3, and Majorca orange, Citrus aurantium 5

Firethorn, Pyracantha atalantioides
La Guerin genre approchant de Pyracantha. Firethorn, Pyracantha atalantioides. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus

Dead little birds
3573720 Dead little birds by Aelst, Willem van (1626-83); Museum of Still Life, deposits, Poggio a Caiano, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: formerly kept in the Galleria Palatina of Florence)

The Smoker (engraving)
3646831 The Smoker (engraving) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Smoker)

The Discovery Of A Treasure Made At Random By Some Farmers In Casaleone, In The Lower Agro Veronese (Colour Litho)
2798429 The Discovery Of A Treasure Made At Random By Some Farmers In Casaleone, In The Lower Agro Veronese (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Jacobs Dream, 1852 (oil on canvas)
1079295 Jacobs Dream, 1852 (oil on canvas) by American School, (19th century); 129.5x177.8 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Depiction taken from Genesis 28:11-12)

Haying Scene, 1836 (oil on wood panel)
1079429 Haying Scene, 1836 (oil on wood panel) by Durand, Asher Brown (1796-1886); 61.9x28.9x1.3 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society

"I m a poor man, your Majesty, the Hatter began
4075100 " I m a poor man, your Majesty, the Hatter began, in a trembling voice", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"The king and Queen of Hearts were seated on their throne"
4075099 " The king and Queen of Hearts were seated on their throne", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"They began solemnly dancing round and round Alice"
4075096 " They began solemnly dancing round and round Alice", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"Off with her head", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alice
4075091 " Off with her head", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"The Caterpillar and Alice looked at each other"
4075079 " The Caterpillar and Alice looked at each other", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"The Puppy jumped into the air", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alice
4075078 " The Puppy jumped into the air", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"Catch him, you by the hedge", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alice
4075076 " Catch him, you by the hedge", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

"Down she came upon a heap of dry leaves", illustration for Lewis Carroll
4075065 " Down she came upon a heap of dry leaves", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell

Woodpigeon
3573727 Woodpigeon by Bimbi, Bartolomeo (1648-1725); Museum of Still Life, deposits, Poggio a Caiano, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: formerly kept at Palazzo Pitti, Florence)

A Musical Company (oil on panel)
LST204487 A Musical Company (oil on panel) by Dijk, Philip van (1683-1753); 50.9x35.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: music = symbol of love; dog with collar reading Diana ;)

The First stock, 1847 (oil on canvas)
PCT164449 The First stock, 1847 (oil on canvas) by Jalabert, Jean (1815-1900); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Three peasant scenes (pen & ink on paper)
449297 Three peasant scenes (pen & ink on paper) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 24.7x19.8 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Pitlessie Fair, 1804 (w / c on paper)
PNH419733 Pitlessie Fair, 1804 (w/c on paper) by Wilkie, David (1785-1841); 46x97 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pitlessie is a small village in Fife; May fair held there painted by Wilkie when)

The Greeting, c. 1675 (oil on canvas)
466555 The Greeting, c.1675 (oil on canvas) by Hooch, Pieter de (1629-84); 86.4 x 69.9 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. USA; William A

Qui Veut du Bon Lait, milkmaid from the series Les Cris de Paris
CHT174330 Qui Veut du Bon Lait, milkmaid from the series Les Cris de Paris, copy of a 1515 edition (coloured engraving) by French School; Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Interior with Lady Carrying Tray, c. 1905 (oil on canvas)
CBR161852 Interior with Lady Carrying Tray, c.1905 (oil on canvas) by Holsoe, Carl (1863-1935); 46x38 cm; Private Collection; Photo eConnaught Brown, London; Danish, out of copyright

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"Exploring the Boundaries of Genre: From Classic Comedy to Surrealism and Beyond" Step back in time with Laurel and Hardy, as they bring laughter and joy in their 1939 film "Flying Deuces. " This iconic duo captivated audiences with their slapstick humor and timeless performances. In another corner of the cinematic world, Charlie Chaplin takes center stage alongside Paulette Goddard in the unforgettable final scene from "Modern Times" (1936). Chaplin's genius shines through as he effortlessly blends comedy with social commentary, leaving a lasting impact on the genre. Venturing into the realm of art, Diego Velazquez's masterpiece "Old Woman Cooking Eggs" (1618) showcases his mastery of capturing everyday life. The detailed brushwork transports us to a simpler time while highlighting the beauty found in ordinary moments. Oscar Wilde's provocative play "Salome" comes alive through Aubrey Beardsley's striking pen and ink drawing. The intricate lines depict a climactic moment that perfectly encapsulates Wilde's decadent style. Sergey Solomko introduces us to an enchanting creature - the Blue Bird or Bird Sirin. This mystical artwork invites us to explore folklore and mythology within different genres, blurring boundaries between reality and imagination. Returning to Laurel and Hardy once more, we witness their comedic brilliance in "Big Business" (1929). Their hilarious antics leave us doubled over with laughter as they navigate absurd situations with impeccable timing. From laughter to fear, we delve into horror with James Whale's iconic film poster for "Bride of Frankenstein" (1935). It represents a pivotal moment when this classic monster tale became ingrained in popular culture forevermore. Henry Scott Tuke captures a serene seaside scene in his painting "The Run Home. " Through his masterful use of light and color, he transports us into a tranquil world where genre becomes irrelevant compared to sheer beauty.