Gossiping Collection (#3)

Wayside Gossip, 1846 (oil on canvas)
TW426580 Wayside Gossip, 1846 (oil on canvas) by Henzell, Isaac (fl.1854-75); 69.5x90.5 cm; Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright

Spring in Paris (colour litho)
2818388 Spring in Paris (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spring in Paris. At the races at Longchamp. Le Printemps a Paris. Courses de Longchamp)

Comic postcard, A new Reredos for the church Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, men gossiping about young woman Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, gossiping neighbours Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, evacuee baby? WW2 Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, the vicar sponges his aspidistra Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, the vicars stipend cut down - two women gossiping Date: 20th century

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Now this economy is here
The Caption is Now this economy is here - we ll have to darn the darns Ole dear. They have been darning since 1941 so they probably really are down to the darns

Flower sellers huddle and chat at Piccadilly Circus (sepia photo)
STC347649 Flower sellers huddle and chat at Piccadilly Circus (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Whispering Noon, 1896 (oil on canvas) (see also 15061)
Ma198374 Whispering Noon, 1896 (oil on canvas) (see also 15061) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 56x39 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

Illustration from La Revue Blanche, March 1894 (colour litho)
CHT182710 Illustration from La Revue Blanche, March 1894 (colour litho) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

Two Washerwomen, 1898 (colour litho)
CHT173522 Two Washerwomen, 1898 (colour litho) by Steinlen, Theophile Alexandre (1859-1923); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: If you had to listen to all the customers)

The Laundry at Collise St. Simeon (oil)
LEF220604 The Laundry at Collise St. Simeon (oil) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 22x27 cm; Private Collection; Photo eLefevre Fine Art Ltd. London; French, out of copyright

Study of a Cat Sitting on a Chair; Etude d un Chat, Assis sur une Chaise
1766617 Study of a Cat Sitting on a Chair; Etude d un Chat, Assis sur une Chaise (oil on canvas) by Valadon, Marie Clementine (Suzanne) (1865-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Seaside Gossips, (watercolour)
828431 Seaside Gossips, (watercolour) by Smetham, James (1821-89); 26x35.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seaside Gossips. James Smetham (1821-1889). Watercolour

The Ferry, 1881 (oil on canvas)
828386 The Ferry, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Macbeth, Robert Walker (1848-1910); 121.9x213.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ferry. Robert Walker Macbeth (1848-1910). Oil on canvas. Dated 1881

Gossip, c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
1199557 Gossip, c. 1885 (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 72.1x92.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

A New Sign for the Old Inn, 1870 (oil on canvas)
1767432 A New Sign for the Old Inn, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Bacon, Henry (1839-1912); 90.2x116.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A New Sign for the Old Inn. Henry Bacon (1839-1912)

The Consultants; La Consulta, (oil on board)
824650 The Consultants; La Consulta, (oil on board) by Figari, Pedro (1861-1938); 50x70 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Consultants; La Consulta. Pedro Figari (1861-1938). Oil on board

In Monceau Park, 1878 (oil on canvas)
1196577 In Monceau Park, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 65.3x54.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Ducks and Ducklings in a Stream, (oil on canvas)
659097 Ducks and Ducklings in a Stream, (oil on canvas) by Jutz, Carl (1838-1916); 35.6x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ducks and Ducklings in a Stream. Carl Jutz (1838-1916). Oil on canvas

The Ill-matched Lovers (oil on panel)
697865 The Ill-matched Lovers (oil on panel) by Oostsanen, Jacob Cornelisz van (1470-1533) (studio of); 49.5x35.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Statute Fair, 1859 (oil on canvas)
659802 The Statute Fair, 1859 (oil on canvas) by O Neill, George Bernard (1828-1917); 91.5x169 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Statute Fair. George Bernard O Neill (1828-1917). Oil on canvas

Saturday Night, 1898 (pencil & w / c on paper)
659762 Saturday Night, 1898 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Cornish, William Permeanus (fl.1875-1904); 75.5x115 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright

On the Tram, (oil on panel)
659630 On the Tram, (oil on panel) by Fischer, Paul (1860-1934); 38.8x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Tram. Paul Fischer (1860-1934). Oil on panel

I ve heard theres no holding of these Methodisses (page 18), c
986137 I ve heard theres no holding of these Methodisses (page 18), c.1910 (pen, black ink and watercolour) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman Sitting, 1925-26 (oil on canvas)
988322 Woman Sitting, 1925-26 (oil on canvas) by Pascin, Jules (1885-1930); 89x71 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman Sitting; Femme Assise. Jules Pascin (1885-1930). Oil on canvas

The School for Scandal, Christmas card (chromolitho)
5234276 The School for Scandal, Christmas card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The School for Scandal)

A Curious Junto of Slandering Elves or Listeners Seldom Hear Good of Themselves
BAL42838 A Curious Junto of Slandering Elves or Listeners Seldom Hear Good of Themselves, 1835 (coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); O Shea Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: E.H.L)

The Bourgoisie of Bygone Days (oil on canvas)
XIR208408 The Bourgoisie of Bygone Days (oil on canvas) by Hochard, Gaston (1863-1913); 73x60 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Pau, France; French, out of copyright

Farmer Giles and his Wife showing off their daughter Betty to their neighbours on her
NCO189764 Farmer Giles and his Wife showing off their daughter Betty to their neighbours on her return from school, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1809 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Scandal (The Keepsake) (oil on wood)
3743913 The Scandal (The Keepsake) (oil on wood) by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845); 25.4x19.1 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); eNottingham City Museums & Galleries; English

Gossiping People (colour litho)
3621888 Gossiping People (colour litho) by Emmerson, Henry Hetherington (1831-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gossiping People)

The bad mother (chromolitho)
1094253 The bad mother (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bad mother. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

In the Drawing Room, 1897 (pencil, pen and black ink, watercolour and bodycolour on card)
658383 In the Drawing Room, 1897 (pencil, pen and black ink, watercolour and bodycolour on card) by Marold, Ludek or Ludwig (1865-98) (after); 65x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Sophias Fools Cap, (pen and brown ink and watercolour)
659891 Sophias Fools Cap, (pen and brown ink and watercolour) by Greenaway, Kate (1846-1901); 12x15.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sophias Fools Cap. Kate Greenaway (1846-1901)

A Chat at the Fountain, Seville, (oil on canvas)
659737 A Chat at the Fountain, Seville, (oil on canvas) by Pelham, Thomas Kent (c.1831-1907); 71.7x91.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chat at the Fountain, Seville)

Dr. Johnsons Penance, 1880 (oil on canvas)
659819 Dr. Johnsons Penance, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Stokes, Adrian Scott (1854-1935); 118.5x184 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr. Johnsons Penance. Adrian Scott Stokes (1854-1935)

Pippa Passes, 1854 (pen and brown ink on off-white paper)
1217845 Pippa Passes, 1854 (pen and brown ink on off-white paper) by Siddal, Elizabeth Eleanor (Lizzie) (1834-62); 23.3x29.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Afternoon Gossip, Lew Chew, 1855 (colour litho)
1272299 Afternoon Gossip, Lew Chew, 1855 (colour litho) by Brown, Eliphalet (1816-86); 15x22.75 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Brown, Eliphalet M. Jr. (1816-1886)|P.S. Duval & Co

The Midnight Supper (colour litho)
3641696 The Midnight Supper (colour litho) by Ludovici, Albert Jnr. (1852-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Midnight Supper. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Montmartre, the rue Cortot, c. 1872-76 (oil on canvas)
CLK339823 Montmartre, the rue Cortot, c.1872-76 (oil on canvas) by Lepine, Stanislas Victor Edouard (1835-92); 45.8x37.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

Breton Fishergirls (w / c on paper)
BOU203015 Breton Fishergirls (w/c on paper) by Bartlett, Charles William (1860-1940); 10x23 cm; Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

Interior scene (oil on canvas)
XIR384535 Interior scene (oil on canvas) by Saint-Aubert, Antoine Francois (1715-88); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Arras, France; (add.info.: Scene d interieur; ); French, out of copyright

Thy secret is thy prisoner; if thou lettest it go thou becomest its prisoner
498221 Thy secret is thy prisoner; if thou lettest it go thou becomest its prisoner, for thy friend has a friend, therefore keep thy mouth shut, 1931 (colour litho) (see also 498220) by Bull

The Baths at Hotel Lambert, Ile Saint-Louis, Paris, mid-19th century (colour litho)
CHT175217 The Baths at Hotel Lambert, Ile Saint-Louis, Paris, mid-19th century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

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"Gossiping: A Timeless Tale of Whispers and Chatter" Step back in time to the glamorous 1950s with Harvey Nichols advertisement, where gossip was as fashionable as the latest Paris fashions. The air filled with secrets and rumors, adding an intriguing allure to society's elite. In c1887, Sir Ernest Albert Waterlow captured the essence of Galway Gossips, showcasing two women engrossed in a conversation that transcended time. Their animated gestures and hushed tones hinted at scandalous tales being shared. During WWII, a powerful message emerged through the iconic "Careless Talk Costs Lives" poster. It reminded us all that idle chatter could have dire consequences for national security. Words whispered carelessly had the power to change lives forever. Henri Clark's poignant music sheet titled "The Poor Washerwoman" depicted a woman burdened by her own trials while others gossiped around her. This artwork served as a reminder of how gossip can harm those who are already struggling. Meanwhile, Liverpool housewives gathered on street corners, holding parcels but also sharing stories that traveled faster than their footsteps. These women found solace in exchanging news amidst their daily routines. Drecoll, Poiret, and Jenny showcased three daytime outfits that were not only fashion-forward but also perfect for engaging in lively conversations over tea or cocktails. Fashion became intertwined with gossip culture - each outfit telling its own story. "The Ladies in the Refectory, " painted on cardboard in 1893-94 by an unknown artist, portrayed women bonding over meals while indulging in juicy tidbits about their peers' lives. Gossip provided entertainment during mundane moments. A thought-provoking cartoon from years gone by questioned societal norms surrounding sex before marriage – sparking discussions among friends and neighbors alike about moral values and personal choices. Promoting connectivity beyond face-to-face encounters came an advert promoting the Post Office Telephone Service in 1932.