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Gentlemen Collection (#37)

"Gentlemen: Masters of Tradition, Elegance, and Sportsmanship" Step into the world as they engage in a thrilling Pub Darts Match

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Wills / Probate Warrant

Wills / Probate Warrant
Filling in warrant for probate and administration stamps

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Gambling / Crockfords

Gambling / Crockfords
Gents in smart attire gamble at the dice table in Crockfords Club

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Riding Dress / Photo 1860S

Riding Dress / Photo 1860S
Breeches, calf-length boots & spurs, a short square cut single-breasted coat with velvet collar (possibly hunters pink ), a riding crop & top hat on the floor

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Dressing Gowns 1838

Dressing Gowns 1838
Dressing gowns for ladies & gentlemen with roll collars. Man: skull cap with tassel, purple wrap-over dressing gown with pink sash. Woman: beige dressing gown with cord belt

Background imageGentlemen Collection: MENs COATS 1853

MENs COATS 1853
Three sobre looking French gentlemen in top hats, strapped trousers & double- breasted coats: one with a fur collar, one like a frock coat but without the waist seam

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Frock Coats 1854

Frock Coats 1854
Three French gentlemen in frock coats with minor variations. A view is also given of the seams & vents at the back. Also trousers, shoes with bows, bowties & top hats

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Elegant People / Dogs / Cars

Elegant People / Dogs / Cars
A contest of elegance. Well dressed ladies and gentlemen with their smart dogs and smarter cars

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Gaming Fashions / Alken

Gaming Fashions / Alken
Gentlemen wear top boots, top hats with the crown wider at the top, cossacks, coats with roll collars, tails & cut-away at the front & strapped pantaloons. One wears glasses

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Social / Cafe Royal Drinks

Social / Cafe Royal Drinks
Four gentlemen and a lady take afternoon drinks at the Cafe Royal, Regent Street, London

Background imageGentlemen Collection: A Day by the River

A Day by the River
Two sporty girls and their gentlemen friends enjoy a day on the river - and at a riverside inn

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Horse Prepared for Race

Horse Prepared for Race
Horse racing in the reign of Charles II: finely dressed gentlemen look on as horses are prepared for the race

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Ackermanns Repository

Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 101 The Strand: a group of ladies and gentlemen admire prints and sculpture

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Derby Betting Ring 1844

Derby Betting Ring 1844
Betting on the Derby - gentlemen ride up to the ring and place their bets man to man - all very different from the arrangements in later years !

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Vernon Gallery

Vernon Gallery
Ladies and gentlemen looking with interest at the paintings of the Vernon Collection, housed then in the basement of the National Gallery, London

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Lighting a Pipe

Lighting a Pipe
Gentlemen lighting their pipes using a pipe lighter

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Cloak Room 1913

Cloak Room 1913
Gentlemen in evening dress queue to collect their overcoats from the cloakroom

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Men Around Punch Bowl

Men Around Punch Bowl
A group of gentlemen stand around the punchbowl, with glasses raised, to honour a toast

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Male Type / Men about Town

Male Type / Men about Town
Two gentlemen in dress clothes: tailcoats, trousers with braid down the outer seam, wing collars, white waistcoats & gloves

Background imageGentlemen Collection: People Gathering Ferns

People Gathering Ferns
Ladies and gentlemen engaging in the popular passtime of fern hunting. They would gather ferns for decorative purposes

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Big Posh Tea Party

Big Posh Tea Party
A big afternoon party in French high society - menservants wait on the ladies and gentlemen, while les enfants tuck into the gateaux

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Costume / Men 1859

Costume / Men 1859
Three gentlemen meet & talk in a park. They wear: evening dress (rear view); day dress of pale grey trousers, S-B waistcoat, blue coat; check trousers & brown S-B overcoat

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Evans Supper-Rooms

Evans Supper-Rooms
1 o clock a.m at Evans Supper-Rooms: copious quantities of chops, kidneys, sausages and ale have been quaffed by these gentlemen while they listen to the acts

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Fashionable Men 1857

Fashionable Men 1857
Three gentlemen meet and talk in a park

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Beach at Scarborough

Beach at Scarborough
Seaside scene at Scarborough: Victorian ladies and gentlemen paddle, ride ponies on the shore and climb on rocks

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Boys in Trouble

Boys in Trouble
Naughty boys are chided. A clerical looking gentlemen scolds three boys for some misdemeanour. Disgraced, they look bashfully at the ground

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Honour Satisfied

Honour Satisfied
- Halt, gentlemen ! Honour is satisfied !

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Riders Shelter from Rain

Riders Shelter from Rain
Ladies riding side-saddle and gentlemen shelter from the rain under a large tree while out riding in the park

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Picnic / Caldecott / Graphic

Picnic / Caldecott / Graphic
A group of young ladies and gentlemen on a picnic by a river

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Picnic Caldecott

Picnic Caldecott
A group of young ladies and gentlemen on a picnic

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Shoeshiners / Fortune / 1935

Shoeshiners / Fortune / 1935
Gentlemen having their shoes polished, some read the paper

Background imageGentlemen Collection: C15 Gentlemens Banquet

C15 Gentlemens Banquet
A group of gentlemen eating and drinking

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Social / France / C15 Group

Social / France / C15 Group
A group of French gentlemen enjoying outdoor pursuits

Background imageGentlemen Collection: London Club / 1864

London Club / 1864
A group of gentlemen at the bay window of their London club

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Torquay Promenade

Torquay Promenade
Ladies and gentlemen in their finery promenade along the sea front at Torquay, Devon : some in carriages, some on horseback, others walking with their dogs

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Northanger Abbey / Toast

Northanger Abbey / Toast
The messroom will drink Isabella Thorpe for a fortnight

Background imageGentlemen Collection: STAGECOACH GOOD MORNING

STAGECOACH GOOD MORNING
Good morning A stagecoach passes a couple of gentlemen and wishes them a good morning

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Tavern Drinking C1620

Tavern Drinking C1620
Gentlemen drinking in an English tavern

Background imageGentlemen Collection: The Lady Faints

The Lady Faints
The Ladys Sorrow Lady collapses - her concerned maids gather round to attend to her while gentlemen look on unconcerned

Background imageGentlemen Collection: Private dance party, India

Private dance party, India
A private dance party in India -- musicians and a dancer entertain a party of gentlemen

Background imageGentlemen Collection: To seat five persons

To seat five persons Gentlemen struggle to read their newspapers in an overcrowded train




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"Gentlemen: Masters of Tradition, Elegance, and Sportsmanship" Step into the world as they engage in a thrilling Pub Darts Match, showcasing their precision and competitive spirit. In "The It Girl" by George Whitelaw, these refined individuals captivate society with their charm and sophistication, leaving everyone enchanted by their presence. Like Old Sea Dogs navigating treacherous waters, gentlemen navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience. They embody strength while maintaining an air of refinement that sets them apart. Even on ice skates designed by Rene Vincent, these dashing figures glide effortlessly across frozen landscapes, displaying both athleticism and poise. Breaking gender norms is no challenge for gentlemen who support female jockeys riding them like horses. Together they demonstrate unity and equality in pursuit of victory. Transport yourself to the Reform Club or Saloon in 1840 where distinguished gentlemen gather to discuss matters of importance over cigars and fine spirits. Their conversations shape history itself. "The Five ALLs" painted by John Kay depicts men from all walks of life engaging in lively debates at the local tavern. Here lies proof that true gentility transcends social class boundaries. Witness the intensity of cockfighting in France as gentlemen display strategic prowess alongside unwavering determination. The arena becomes a battlefield where honor is earned through skillful combat. Mr. Darcy himself emerges from Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice illustration - a gentleman whose enigmatic nature captures hearts worldwide. His timeless appeal embodies what it means to be a true gentleman even today. During Prohibition Ball 1918, when alcohol was forbidden but celebration prevailed nonetheless; it was the impeccable manners exhibited by these gallant men that shone brightest amidst adversity. Enter the realm of Sherlock Holmes - an embodiment of intellect combined with impeccable style - solving mysteries using his sharp mind while donning tailored suits that exude sophistication at every turn.