Gentleman Collection (page 2)

Salmon Catch
What a whopper! A Victorian gentleman stands proudly next to the salmon he has caught

Ernest William Hornung
ERNEST WILLIAM HORNUNG English writer, creator of Raffles, the gentleman burglar

The Gentleman Jockey, a play by Edward Marris. circa late 1900s

James Polkinghorne, the Cornish Wrestler, Artist Unknown
Oil on canvas, English School, 19th century. In the 15th century, wrestling was the national sport of Cornwall and historical sources have written that, at the Battle of Agincourt in 1415

Thomas Fall with Borzoi
The original Thomas Fall, dog photographer, with a Borzoi owned by H.M. Queen Alexandra. Date: 1893

A lass and a lack
A panicked and sweating gentleman reaching for his wallet as he is shown a restaurant bill by a waiter. His female companion lights a cigarette and looks on nervously

George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824)
Artist: Chaffin, Donald - Title: George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824) - Date: 1969 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Wood 8

Edward Heath Rodd, England. Around 1879
Upper body studio portrait photograph of Edward Hearle Rodd (1810-1880), seated and reading a book. Rodd was born in St Just in Roseland, and, after qualifying as a solicitor, settled in Penzance

Possession, c. 1912. Found in the collection of Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

The Reform Club, 1969
The smoking room of the Reform Club on Pall Mall, London in 1969. The Reform Club was founded in 1836, in Pall Mall, in the centre of what is often called Londons Clubland

Italian fashion in the 1580s
Clothing of Italian ladies from Venice, Milan, and Florence, 1580s. Antique hand-colored woodcut

No Name Tobacco with an unparalleled reputation, 1964
Players No Name Tobacco counter-card featuring a black and white photographic image of a gentleman from the waist up, leaning against a table holding a pipe to his mouth

Lanchester car
A Lanchester car (10 HP) and suave-looking driver in relaxed pose on a suburban street

Busy tailors workshop
A busy tailors workshop, with a gentleman being fitted for a new suit

Lord Howard of Effingham (1536-1624), 1st Earl of Nottingham - Daniel Mytens (studio of)
Oil on Canvas 243 x 155 17th C

David Love (1750-1827), Ballad-Writer
Barber, Thomas Oil on Canvas 76.2 x 63.5

William Elliot (1707-1792)
British (English) School Oil on Canvas 76 x 64

Portrait of an Officer (probably Major William Wylde, 1803-1808, OC, Southwell Volunteer Infantry)
British (English) School Oil on Canvas 75 x 53

The Belgian Model - Herbert Wilson Foster

Samuel William Oscroft (1834-1924)
Artist: Hart, James Turpin - Title: Samuel William Oscroft (1834-1924) - Date: 1890 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 81.3 x 61

Colonel Sir Charles Seely (1859-1926)
Artist: Ouless, Walter William - Title: Colonel Sir Charles Seely (1859-1926) - Date: 1897 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 125.5 x 100.4

Thomas Stevenson
Artist: Barber, Thomas - Title: Thomas Stevenson - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Board 38.1 x 30.5

a Gentleman of the Byron Family
Artist - Title: a Gentleman of the Byron Family - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 16.5 x 13

William III (1650-1702)
Artist: Kneller, Godfrey (after) - Title: William III (1650-1702) - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 254 x 137.5

Admiral the Honourable John Byron ( ) (1723-1786)
Artist: Reynolds, Joshua - Title: Admiral the Honourable John Byron ( ) (1723-1786) - Date: 1748 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 123.5 x 98

Dublin from Phoenix Park
A view of the City of Dublin from the Magazine Hill in the Phoenix Park. A gentleman & his lady take a stroll, a man fishes & a man & woman rake the grassy bank of the river

Chesterfield Coat 1913
A gentleman in formal day dress wears the New Chester or Chesterfield overcoat with velvet collar & fly-front. A silver topped cane is tucked under his arm

Gentleman bowling at a skittles alley in a German Beer Hall Date: circa 1905

The Cocktail King
A suave and self-satisfied man in a dinner jacket stands in front of a vast array of bottles on a dresser. Date: 1922

Incandescent giant lamp, model of the Edison type bulb. Expo
Incandescent giant lamp, twelve feet high, mounted on a pedestal crowned by a model of the Edison type bulb, increased 20, 000 times

Skating Dachshunds
A lady and gentleman dachshund skate gracefully together. Other dachshunds also enjoy ice skating. Date: 1910

The King of the Golden River by John Ruskin. " An enormous foam globe, on which reclined the little old gentleman." Date: First published: 1851

Britain / 18th Century
A poem based on fact: a haughty lady in her carriage will not let a gentleman pass so he (and the rest on the street) walk through her carriage Date: 1751

The Special Private Despatch by Margaret Bradley
A colour illustration of lady dressed in a glamorous ballgown accepting a love letter from a unseen gentleman. Date: 7th December 1927

At the Royal Ascot race meeting - Sir Herbert Samuelson, the Honourable Pamela Boscawen and Miss Larnach - Neville. 1924

Gentleman Gardener seated proudly in small home greenhouse
A smart Gentleman Gardener seated proudly in his small home greenhouse. Date: circa 1910s

English gentleman on trial in France, 18th century
English gentleman on trial in France, accused by an old hag and her virtuous niece Clara, 18th century. Before the tribunal at Avignon

A Meeting By A Stile (oil on canvas)
615810 A Meeting By A Stile (oil on canvas) by Hardy, Heywood (1842-1933); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Les Joueurs d echecs (Chess players), 15th century. Creator: Anonymous master
Les Joueurs d echecs (Chess players), 15th century. Found in the collection of Musee national du Moyen Age (Musee de Cluny)

Evening full dress 1807
Evening full dress, woman wearing plain blue dress, cut low and square at front, fastened in the center with a broach, white satin sleeves caught up with broaches, trimmed with swansdown

At the Royal Ascot race meeting - the Duke of Richmond and Gordon. 1925

The horse through the ages
Various women riding horses. Date: 1918

Theatrical Wig Maker
An old gentleman wig maker at work, Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), Stratford-upon- Avon, Warwickshire, England. Date: 1960s

Robin knitting pattern featuring old chap with pipe
Cover of a Robin knitting pattern for a fetching tank top for the dapper gent in your life. Date: c.1955

Japanese women musicians
Japanese women playing music and drums, wearing traditional clothing. Antique hand-colored print

HOUS2A-00137
Reception in the Toynbee Hall dining room, England, 1890s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

GGBR2A-00018
Couples dancing in Tudor England, 1500s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a painting by Holbein and Janet

Sportex poster
Advertising poster for Sportex mens clothing showing two dapper gents dressed immaculately in plus fours and jackets ready for a round of golf

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"Embodying Elegance: A Journey through Time with the Gentleman" Step into the world of refined sophistication as we delve into the essence of a true gentleman. From Jeeves and Wooster's witty banter in 1922 to the epic tale depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry during the Battle of Hastings (1066-1077), these glimpses offer us a glimpse into an era defined by chivalry. In Paris, France, Harry's New York Bar became a sanctuary for gentlemen seeking solace amidst Prohibition. Here, conversations flowed freely alongside perfectly mixed cocktails, embodying an air of timeless charm. A Game of Bowls in Britain back in 1903 showcased not only skill but also camaraderie among gentlemen. The green fields witnessed moments of friendly competition intertwined with mutual respect - values that still resonate today. Sir Donald Bradman stands tall as cricket's epitome of excellence, his name etched forever in sporting history. With grace and determination, he exemplified what it meant to be a gentleman both on and off the field. Jonathan Couch from Cornwall left his mark before 1870 as an esteemed naturalist and physician. His dedication to knowledge and compassion towards others set him apart as a true gentleman amongst scholars. Even leisure activities such as playing table tennis during Edwardian times demanded adherence to etiquette rules. Manners were paramount; every stroke was executed with precision while maintaining utmost decorum. Captain Albert Ball embodied bravery beyond measure during World War I (1896-1917). Decorated with VC and DSO honors for his gallantry in battle, he personified courage under fire - a testament to what it truly means to be a gentleman warrior. Robert Donat's portrayal in Alfred Hitchcock's "The 39 Steps" (1935) captivated audiences worldwide. His suave demeanor coupled with unwavering integrity made him an iconic representation of the gentleman spy.