Gentleman Collection (page 7)

Mail coach in a flood. Royal mail four-horse coach with liveried guard driving through a flooded riverside road, 1820s
5912968 Mail coach in a flood. Royal mail four-horse coach with liveried guard driving through a flooded riverside road, 1820s. Color print after an engraving by F

The Liverpool mail coach crashes in snow near St. Albans, 1837. A woman passenger looks out of a carriage with no
5912964 The Liverpool mail coach crashes in snow near St. Albans, 1837. A woman passenger looks out of a carriage with no horses. Color print after an engraving by R

The Devonport Mail coach near Amesbury, going post through an avalanche of snow, 1837
5912962 The Devonport Mail coach near Amesbury, going post through an avalanche of snow, 1837. Six-horse coach with six guards and concerned passengers looking out of the window

The Brighton mail coach driving in a snow storm on Sunday December 25, 1836
5912961 The Brighton mail coach driving in a snow storm on Sunday December 25, 1836. Color print after an illustration by Henry Alken in Ralph Nevill's Old Sporting Prints

Horses and jockeys racing in the Great St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster Racecourse, 1836. Approbation off in good style
5912954 Horses and jockeys racing in the Great St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster Racecourse, 1836. Approbation off in good style. Won by the thoroughbred Elis

Horses and jockeys racing at Ascot Heath in front of fashionable crowds. Thoroughbred race at the Ascot racecourse
5912951 Horses and jockeys racing at Ascot Heath in front of fashionable crowds. Thoroughbred race at the Ascot racecourse, Berkshire, circa 1830

Engraving depicting a gentleman wearing leggings, 19th century
5309070 Engraving depicting a gentleman wearing leggings, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a gentleman wearing leggings. Dated 19th century 01/02/1882); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cartoon depicting an old gentleman sitting in a bath chair speaking with his gardener, 19th century
5308978 Cartoon depicting an old gentleman sitting in a bath chair speaking with his gardener, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting an old gentleman sitting in a bath chair speaking with his)

Cartoon depicting a gentleman having his photograph taken in a photographer's studio, 19th century
5308733 Cartoon depicting a gentleman having his photograph taken in a photographer's studio, 19th century; (add.info)

Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849. Gentleman facing a revolt by his wife, children
FLO4995421 Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849. Gentleman facing a revolt by his wife, children, housekeepper and servants

Berenger Raimond II of Barcelona - Ramon Berenguer II. Count of Barcelona (1076-1082). Painting. SPAIN. CATALONIA
CUL4876531 Berenger Raimond II of Barcelona - Ramon Berenguer II. Count of Barcelona (1076-1082). Painting. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona

German citizens, around 1500 - German citizens in the 1500s Antique hand-colored print
NWI4956967 German citizens, around 1500 - German citizens in the 1500s Antique hand-colored print; (add.info.: German citizens)

Monsieur la Faille, French gentleman at the court of King Henry VIII. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis
FLO4645910 Monsieur la Faille, French gentleman at the court of King Henry VIII. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi after Hans Holbein from Facsimiles of Original Drawings by

Raising his hat, 1838
3479453 Raising his hat, 1838; (add.info.: Gardener respectfully raises his hat to a gentleman. Both men are wearing wigs. 1837-8.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Dinah Craik
3118494 Dinah Craik; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Dinah Craik (1826-1887) an English novelist and poet. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Dinner-table accidents in a restaurant. Gentleman dropping a full plate on a lady's lap
FLO4679193 Dinner-table accidents in a restaurant. Gentleman dropping a full plate on a lady's lap, waiter opening a bottle of beer in a customer's face, another waiter knocking a diner, etc

Typical fashion of the 19th Century, 1850
3359153 Typical fashion of the 19th Century, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting typical fashion of the 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Henry Wotton
3585856 Henry Wotton; (add.info.: Portrait of Henry Wotton (1568-1639) an English author, diplomat and politician. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Wealthy members of society gathering, 1850
3478463 Wealthy members of society gathering, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting wealthy members of society gathering for a soiree. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Gentleman tipping a servant in a hotel room, 19th century. He says, By God, maybe it's not so urgent
FLO4691534 Gentleman tipping a servant in a hotel room, 19th century. He says, By God, maybe it's not so urgent. He thinks, Finally! I've already done my grieving

Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs
FLO4691517 Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, It's enough, you old miser

Man and woman in a restaurant with a glutton. He says, But you don't eat
FLO4691356 Man and woman in a restaurant with a glutton. He says, But you don't eat? He thinks, He inhales! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist

Gentleman being attacked by naughty children in a parlour. He says, They are really charming
FLO4691296 Gentleman being attacked by naughty children in a parlour. He says, They are really charming. He thinks, They are out of control

Gentleman with cane and top hat interrupting a lady at her toilette. Hello, how nice to see you! (You beast)
FLO4691241 Gentleman with cane and top hat interrupting a lady at her toilette. Hello, how nice to see you! (You beast!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean

Mr Micawber in his element
930961 Mr Micawber in his element by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Personal History of David Copperfield published by Westminster Press circa 1920's)

Horses and jockeys racing at Newmarket Races in front of fashionable crowds
5912949 Horses and jockeys racing at Newmarket Races in front of fashionable crowds. Thoroughbred race at the Newmarket racecourse, Suffolk, circa 1830

Horse-drawn self-binding reaping machine by Walter A Woods, 1877 (engraving)
527909 Horse-drawn self-binding reaping machine by Walter A Woods, 1877 (engraving); (add.info.: An advance on McCormick's reaper of the 1830s which left the cut corn lying in swathes for)

Cartoon depicting men queuing to have their photographic portraits taken, 19th century
5308732 Cartoon depicting men queuing to have their photographic portraits taken, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting men queuing to have their photographic portraits taken)

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000872 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Gentleman flattering an older woman in front of a fireplace in a parlour. I'd die if you were over 30
FLO4691263 Gentleman flattering an older woman in front of a fireplace in a parlour. I'd die if you were over 30! (30 years of marriage)

Gentleman and lady on a date in a garden, 19th century. She says, Scandalous! You hardly know me
FLO4691373 Gentleman and lady on a date in a garden, 19th century. She says, Scandalous! You hardly know me! She thinks, My feelings are running ahead of me

Lady flattering a foppish gentleman in a parlour. Always so smart! (You big booby)
FLO4691279 Lady flattering a foppish gentleman in a parlour. Always so smart! (You big booby!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer

Lady in a parlor being kissed goodbye by an old man. Goodbye, see you again
FLO4691249 Lady in a parlor being kissed goodbye by an old man. Goodbye, see you again. (You old fool.) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer

General Burgoyne addressing the Indians. General John Burgoyne, 1723-1792. British General and playwright
3052876 General Burgoyne addressing the Indians. General John Burgoyne, 1723-1792. British General and playwright. From a 19th century print engraved by J C Armytage after H Warren; Private Collection

Cancan dancer, 1865. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000905 Cancan dancer, 1865. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection

Gen. Bell & Gen. Crowder, between 1917 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service. Gen. Bell & Gen
Gen. Bell & Gen. Crowder, between 1917 and 1918. Franklin Bell (1856-1919), a U.S. Army officer and Enoch H. Crowder (1859-1932, a U.S. Army lawyer at Camp Upton, a U.S)

Les Amoureux (Apres la pluie). (The Lovers (After the Rain), c. 1925. Creator: Picabia, Francis (1879-1953)
Les Amoureux (Apres la pluie). (The Lovers (After the Rain), c. 1925. Found in the Collection of Musee d'art moderne de la Ville de Paris

The horse lover
Sharyn Bursic

Portrait in black & white
Pierre Fleischmann

Flat capped Gent
Colin Dixon

Portrait of a Gentleman, c18th century. Creator: Elias Martin
Portrait of a Gentleman, c18th century

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualité en Habit d'Épée, 1687. Creator: Nicolas Arnoult
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite en Habit d'Epee, 1687

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualité en Habit d'Espée, 1688. Creator: Nicolas Arnoult
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite en Habit d'Espee, 1688

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualité en Habit d'Epée, between 1678 and 1681
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite en Habit d'Epee, between 1678 and 1681

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite en Habit d'Êpée, between c1683 and c1688
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite en Habit d'Epee, between circa 1683 and circa 1688

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualité, 1687. Creator: Nicolas Arnoult
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite, 1687

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualité, en Habit d'Épée, 1687. Creator: Nicolas Arnoult
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite, en Habit d'Epee, 1687

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualité, 1687. Creator: Nicolas Arnoult
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Homme de Qualite, 1687

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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.