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Gent Collection (#13)

"Unleashing the Gentleman: A Timeless Blend of Edwardian Etiquette and Saucy Seaside Fun" Step into a world where playing table tennis was an art form

Background imageGent Collection: Long Pipe 1836

Long Pipe 1836
Decadent gent smoking a long exotic looking oriental pipe converses with a cohort back from a night on the tiles

Background imageGent Collection: TOPCOAT 1938

TOPCOAT 1938
Single-breasted, loose fitting topcoat in a window-pane check with large patch pockets. This gent wears his with leather gloves & a trilby hat

Background imageGent Collection: Overcoat / Burton 1938

Overcoat / Burton 1938
Smartly attired city gent models the double-breasted Pinnacle overcoat with broad, long lapels in a herring bone tweed with window pane check. N.B trilby hat

Background imageGent Collection: Where are you Going (Wc)

Where are you Going (Wc)
Where are you going to, my pretty maid ? - she is accosted by a very dubious looking gent

Background imageGent Collection: Varsity Overcoat 1907

Varsity Overcoat 1907
American Varsity style overcoat viewed from the rear: 3/4 length with ample skirts & pocket flaps. This bowler hatted gent wears his to photograph Egyptians & camels

Background imageGent Collection: Male Type / Smart Suit

Male Type / Smart Suit
Handsome young gent kept waiting by a young lady wears a pale grey suit: waisted D-B jacket & narrow trousers with a crease & turn-ups, a homburg hat, spats & a cane

Background imageGent Collection: London Bird Market

London Bird Market
The BIRD MARKET at Sclater Street, Club Row, London : though most wear caps or bowlers, one gent wears topper and tails - or is he a manservant in livery ?

Background imageGent Collection: Harry Panmure Gordon

Harry Panmure Gordon
HARRY PANMURE GORDON Scottish stockbroker, but here depicted as a country gent, with his dog

Background imageGent Collection: Slipping on Icy Steps

Slipping on Icy Steps
Dapper city gent slips on an icy patch on the steps of his townhouse losing his hat & cane in the process. A nearby cabman sees it all & can act as witness in the insurance claim

Background imageGent Collection: German Gent, Ca 1870

German Gent, Ca 1870
A German gentleman in outdoor dress

Background imageGent Collection: Social / London Policeman

Social / London Policeman
Scene in a busy London street: a policeman wearing a white cape directs the traffic

Background imageGent Collection: MALE TYPES

MALE TYPES
City Gent leaves for work

Background imageGent Collection: Well-dressed man with armful of Easter eggs

Well-dressed man with armful of Easter eggs
A well-dressed man with an armful of Easter eggs




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"Unleashing the Gentleman: A Timeless Blend of Edwardian Etiquette and Saucy Seaside Fun" Step into a world where playing table tennis was an art form, as gentlemen showcased their refined skills with grace and precision. In the Edwardian era, every movement was executed with impeccable manners, creating an atmosphere of sophistication that still captivates us today. But don't be fooled by their polished exterior; these gents knew how to let loose. Just like a saucy and silly seaside postcard with a cheeky caption, they embraced moments of laughter and lightheartedness amidst their dignified lives. One such gentleman who embodied this spirit was Abraham Edmonds. Hailing from Belgium's enchanting city of Ghent (Gent), he reveled in the historical beauty surrounding him. From the 14th-century belfry known as Het Belfort van Gent to the majestic Stadshal, his heart belonged to this medieval wonderland. Sportex posters adorned his walls, reminding him of his passion for sportsmanship and perseverance. And it was on one leap year that he mustered up all his courage to propose, defying societal norms in pursuit of love. Behind closed doors, hidden away from prying eyes, lay Abraham's secret reading material – a collection that revealed his youthful spirit despite being an elderly man. It transported him back to times when life seemed simpler yet filled with endless possibilities. As he enjoyed his old and new pipes while strolling through Heath's serene landscapes, Abraham embodied both tradition and progress. He understood that embracing change didn't mean losing touch with one's roots but rather enriching them further. In true city gent fashion, Abraham embarked on adventures beyond land too. Rowing boats became his escape from bustling streets as he sought solace amidst calm waters – finding peace within himself amid life's chaos.