Gent Collection (#4)

Dr. Faustus in Counsel with the Devil, from Gents translation of Dr
STC202552 Dr. Faustus in Counsel with the Devil, from Gents translation of Dr. Faustus by Christopher Marlowe (1564-93) 1648 from a collection of chapbooks on esoterica (woodcut) by English School

Grand Soleil
Adrian Popan

Towers of money
Jef Van den Houte

Hasty visit
Luc Vangindertael (laGrange)

Arriving upstairs
Jeroen van de Wiel

The next floor
Jeroen van de Wiel

cycling track
Gilbert Claes

Ladies dress a window at Madame Roberts store Date: 1853

Musical terms up to date - Fortissimo - very loud
1903

Comic Postcard - Don t get pinched for following the fashions. A Policeman fails to agree with the sartorial bravery of a chap who has decided to launch out in his underwear (long johns)

Moonlight on the Beach is Grand. A smart young gent seeks to entertain two young lovelies with witty tales of daring do

Comic Postcard - Gent and two ladies on a bench - This is what I saw last night
Comic Postcard - Gent and two ladies on a bench - " This is what I saw last night, were you there?" Date: 1910

Gent in Raincoat and young schoolboy (his son?) - London
Gent in Raincoat and young schoolboy (his son?) - strolling down a London street. Date: 1936

Cartoon, four relaxed gentlemen commuters hold a discussion in a smoking compartment of a train. One puts aside his paper in order to listen more intently. Date: 1893

Frock Coated Gent 1909
Sir A Osmond Williams wears a frock coat, chalk striped trousers with front creases, spats, a fawn coloured waistcoat with watch chain, all round collar & black tie. Date: 1909

COAT & GERMAN SHEPHERD COAT & GERMAN SHEPHERD
Gent wears a herringbone tweed double-breasted 3/4 length coat, trilby hat & spats while taking his German Shepherd dog for a walk. Date: 1927

Lady Changes Wheel
A lady driver changes a wheel, dismayed at what it may do to her dress and hoping some chivalrous gent may come along... Date: 1930

Gent Enters Car
An impeccably dressed American gentleman gives instructions to his chauffeur before entering his automobile. Date: 1907

Street Arab
London characters : even the barefoot street Arab must work for his living, doing cartwheels and handstands in hopes that some kind gent will chuck him a copper. Date: circa 1870

LADY RIDER AND GENT
A lady riding sidesaddle causes a gentleman to raise his hands - but whether at her riding skills, her beauty or her recklessness, who knows ? Date: circa 1660

Walkman Foreseen
The Walkman is foreseen as a city gent is absorbed by his portable wireless; strange how potent cheap music can be... Date: 1909

WELL-BEHAVED BOY C1920
A well-behaved boy rescues an aged gents hat Date: circa 1920

SHOWER BATH / ACKERMANN
A stylish young gent barges in on someone partaking of a shower bath and a young lady who is undressing - no doubt he wants to know why women always take so long! Date: 1813

The Adoration of the Magi, ca. 1465. Creator: Joos van Wassenhove
The Adoration of the Magi, ca. 1465

British Huntsman on a small-format Carte de visite (Portrait carte-de-visite, CdV) - an an albumen print to which a thin paper photograph was mounted onto a thicker paper card. Date: circa 1870s

A Gentleman and a Lady descend into a public convenience
A Gentleman and a Lady descend elegantly into their respective public conveniences Date: circa 1905

Fine Gent dressed up as a Red Indian Chief. Date: circa 1910s

Private View at the New Gallery - Crush in the Central Hall
Private View Day at the New Gallery: The crush in the Central Hall. Date: 1893

The Conversion of Saint Bavo, 1623-1624. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Conversion of Saint Bavo, 1623-1624. Found in the Collection of Sint-Baafskathedraal, Gent

Smart London Gent - Cabinet Photograph. Date: circa 1890

The Great Butchers Hall or Groot Vleeshuis, Ghent, Belgium

Flo from Pimlico taking a stroll along the Victoria Embankment, London - gaining some admiring glances from rich Gentlemen both young and old! Date: 1906

Gentleman on his knees professing his love to his beloved
Interesting reverse silhouette card from The Netherlands - this card set within an oval - shows a gentleman on his knees professing his love to his beloved, perhaps offering a proposal of marriage

Suffragette Madonna - Crop of 1910 - Anti-Suffrage card
Anti-Suffrage card - Suffragette Madonna - Crop of 1910 - The man of the House holding the baby whilst his wife goes out and campaigns for womens rights

Greek Ornament: Bands or borders in dark on light and light on dark colours, pub
Greek Ornament: Bands or borders in dark on light and light on dark colours, plate II from The Practical Decorator and Ornamentalist, published 1892 (colour lithograph)

Fashionable Edwardian Swagger Style - Gentlemans Hat
Fashionable Edwardian Swagger Style - Gent wearing an all-enveloping hat - a mild satire on the penchant for women (and men) to wear large and enveloping hats during this period. Date: 1909

Smart, sartorially-confident Gent at the seaside, resplendent in old school blazer and tartan cap on holiday, pictured on The Esplanade Sandown, Isle of Wight, Hampshire, England. Date: circa 1939

Four Fine Chums
Four very elegant Gentleman pose for their Group Studio Portrait. The two on the right are sporting very precise waxed moustaches and all four are keeping the UK Starch industry in business

Smart Gentleman and young daughter in garden
Smart Gentleman (perhaps somewhat overdressed?!) and his young daughter in garden, who is wearing a very smart coat and boots

A Four-man British Shooting Party - note the specialist jackets worn by the two gentleman at the front, both with padded shoulder protection to prevent injury from the rifle recoil. Date: 1930s

Young girl out for stroll with Father & Grandfather, London
Young girl out for a stroll with her Father & Grandfather, London. Date: 1935

French Humorous Postcard - Gent riding a Pike. Date: circa 1907

The Local Country Squire - out for a ride in his trap
Britain - The Local Country Squire - out for a ride in his trap. Date: 1910s

Trade Card for Week-end Cigarettes - English taste, featuring a smart young English gent proudly showing off his cigarette pack. Date: 1934

Tobacco Leaves No. 1, pub. 1851 (hand coloured engraving)

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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.