Gentlemens Club Collection (#2)

Whites Club, Westminster, London, c1875 (1878). Whites is a gentlemans club in St Jamess Street. Founded in 1693, it is the oldest, and often considered the most exclusive, gentlemans club in London

The Thatched House Tavern, Westminster, London, c1870 (1878). Artist: J Greenaway
The Thatched House Tavern, Westminster, London, c1870 (1878). The Thatched House Tavern in St Jamess Street was the site of the founding of the Carlton Club by Tory peers, MPs and gentlemen in 1832

The United Service Club. The Map room, c1841. Artist: Henry Melville
The United Service Club. The Map room, c1841. From London Interiors with their Costumes & Ceremonies from Drawings made by permission of the Public Offices

The United Service Club. The Great Hall, c1841. Artist: Henry Melville
The United Service Club. The Great Hall, c1841. From London Interiors with their Costumes & Ceremonies from Drawings made by permission of the Public Offices

Reform Club. The Corridors of the Saloon, c1841. Artist: William Radclyffe
Reform Club. The Corridors of the Saloon, c1841. From London Interiors with their Costumes & Ceremonies from Drawings made by permission of the Public Offices

Reform Club. The Kitchen, c1841. Artist: William Radclyffe
Reform Club. The Kitchen, c1841. From London Interiors with their Costumes & Ceremonies from Drawings made by permission of the Public Offices

Entrance to the Carlton Club, Westminster, London, c1875 (1878). The Carlton Club is a gentlemens club founded in 1832 by Tory peers, MPs and gentlemen, as a place to coordinate party activity

Front of the Army and Navy Club, Westminster, London, c1870 (1878). The Army and Navy Club on Pall Mall is a gentlemens club founded in 1837 by Lieutenant-General Edward Barnes (1776-1838)

The Great Hall, The United Service Club, London, 19th century. Artist: H Melville
The Great Hall, The United Service Club, London, 19th century. Gentlemens club designed by John Nash and built in the 1820s

The Drawing Room, Athenaeum, 19th century. Artist: W Taylor
The Drawing Room, Athenaeum, 19th century. Interior of the Athenaeum Club, a gentlemens club in Pall Mall, London, founded in 1823

Russian pipe
illustration of a Russian pipe

A Club of Gentlemen, c. 1730 (oil on canvas)
XYC283247 A Club of Gentlemen, c.1730 (oil on canvas) by Highmore, Joseph (1692-1780); 47x58.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Interior of the Cafe Manouri, c. 1775 (red chalk on paper)
XIR176239 Interior of the Cafe Manouri, c.1775 (red chalk on paper) by Vaujas, Jacques Treton de (1756-1827); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

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"The Gentlemen's Club: A Glimpse into the Exclusive World of Prestige and Tradition" Step back in time to the early 19th century, where London's elite gathered at prestigious establishments such as The Great Subscription Room at Brooks's on St. James Street. In 1808, gentlemen of high society indulged in refined conversations and leisurely pursuits within its opulent walls. Moving forward a few decades, we find ourselves at The Conservative Club on St. James Street around 1840. This haven for conservative-minded individuals exuded an air of sophistication and political discourse, attracting influential figures who shaped the course of history. Meanwhile, just a stone's throw away on Pall Mall stood The Reform Club, established in 1837 by George Moore. Here, progressive thinkers congregated to challenge societal norms and advocate for change through intellectual debates that echoed throughout its grand halls. Venturing further down St. James Street brings us to the Meistersingers Club—an exclusive retreat shrouded in mystery with an unknown creator. Within these walls lay secrets shared amongst kindred spirits under dimly lit chandeliers—a sanctuary for artists seeking inspiration or solace from the outside world. Fast-forwarding to 1870/91 takes us inside "At the Club, " captured by Charles Samuel Keene—a glimpse into camaraderie forged over billiard games and spirited discussions amidst clouds of cigar smoke—where friendships were solidified over shared interests and mutual respect. As we delve deeper into club culture, Foyers Men's Club emerges between 1880-1910—a place where like-minded men found respite from their daily routines while engaging in recreational activities or simply enjoying each other's company—an escape from life's demands. In Adelphi Terrace stands Old Odell—the embodiment of longevity—as he proudly represents the oldest member of the Savage Club; his black-and-white portrait capturing years filled with laughter, stories, and bonds forged within the walls of this esteemed establishment. Returning to St.