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Hatted Collection

"Hatted: A Glimpse into the Timeless Elegance and Charm of Bygone Eras" Cockfighting in France

Background imageHatted Collection: Cockfighting in France

Cockfighting in France
Cock fighting is a fashionable amusement in fin-de-siecle Paris, enjoyed by top-hatted gentlemen and their lady friends

Background imageHatted Collection: Oyster Stall, England

Oyster Stall, England
A bowler-hatted oyster seller watches while a workman, with his cap on the side of his head, helps himself to Cleethorpes oysters : probably in Lancashire

Background imageHatted Collection: Proud owner and his penny farthing bicycle

Proud owner and his penny farthing bicycle

Background imageHatted Collection: Traders doing business at the Coal Exchange, London, 1890

Traders doing business at the Coal Exchange, London, 1890
Illustration showing a group of top-hatted traders doing business at the desks of the London Coal Exchange, 1890

Background imageHatted Collection: A two horse carriage with hatted ladies on excursion

A two horse carriage with hatted ladies on excursion
The coach and horses are outside the London South Western Railway offices in Lynton. A poster on the wall offers excursions by Sam Colwill

Background imageHatted Collection: Edwardian lady hailing a top hatted cabbie

Edwardian lady hailing a top hatted cabbie
The lady is beautifully dressed in pink with matching hat. The cabbie is fully booted. The cab is horse drawn. Date: circa 1900

Background imageHatted Collection: Open-Air Music in London, listening to the Military Band in Hyde Park (engraving)

Open-Air Music in London, listening to the Military Band in Hyde Park (engraving)
1056527 Open-Air Music in London, listening to the Military Band in Hyde Park (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Open-Air Music in London)

Background imageHatted Collection: WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Just Carrying

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Just Carrying
The Caption is Just Carrying on. This is a reference to one of the many slogans used during WW2 to inspire the people at home, e.g

Background imageHatted Collection: The Blessing at the Conclusion of the Service on the Mount of Olives (litho)

The Blessing at the Conclusion of the Service on the Mount of Olives (litho)
1064006 The Blessing at the Conclusion of the Service on the Mount of Olives (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHatted Collection: Gustave Boyer in a Straw Hat, 1870-71 (oil on paper laid down on canvas)

Gustave Boyer in a Straw Hat, 1870-71 (oil on paper laid down on canvas)
3468920 Gustave Boyer in a Straw Hat, 1870-71 (oil on paper laid down on canvas) by Cezanne, Paul (1839-1906); 54.9x38.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageHatted Collection: The Card Players, 1890-92 (oil on canvas)

The Card Players, 1890-92 (oil on canvas)
3468915 The Card Players, 1890-92 (oil on canvas) by Cezanne, Paul (1839-1906); 65.4x81.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Background imageHatted Collection: Town Ulster Coat 1913

Town Ulster Coat 1913
A bowler hatted businessman in a double- breasted coat with velvet collar described as a Town Ulster - but unlike the Ulster has no cape. His narrow trousers have turn-ups

Background imageHatted Collection: Morocco, North Africa - Mooress (in outdoor costume)

Morocco, North Africa - Mooress (in outdoor costume) - Heavily cloaked and hatted Figure. Part of Box 171 Boswell Collection - Morocco. Date: circa 1900

Background imageHatted Collection: City gent in a park

City gent in a park, using an ingenious water-boiling spirit-powered stove stored in his bowler hat -- an invention by Alistair McBride. The stove has sufficient fuel to boil three kettles per day

Background imageHatted Collection: Bowler-hatted City gent in a park

Bowler-hatted City gent in a park. Date: 1962

Background imageHatted Collection: Three Victorian men in studio portrait

Three Victorian men in studio portrait
Three Victorian bowler-hatted men in a studio portrait. Date: circa 1880s

Background imageHatted Collection: Racial / Zulu Man Close-Up

Racial / Zulu Man Close-Up
A close-up photograph of a Zulu man in profile wearing a large white headdress. Date: 1936

Background imageHatted Collection: Russo-Japanese War, Awards Ceremony

Russo-Japanese War, Awards Ceremony
Several Russian soldiers resieve medals for their valiant efforts during the (1904 to 1905) Russo-Japanese War. Date: circa 1905

Background imageHatted Collection: Russian Farmer Tending to his Land

Russian Farmer Tending to his Land
A bearded and elderly Russian Farmer delicately sowing seeds by hand. Date: 1924

Background imageHatted Collection: A Kievsky Station Food Stall, Moscow

A Kievsky Station Food Stall, Moscow
Cheap dinners on sail at a food stall outside Kievsky Station in Moscow. Date: 1919

Background imageHatted Collection: Winter Palace Outdoor Party

Winter Palace Outdoor Party
A snow covered outdoor party at the Winter Palace in St petersburg (then Petrograd) held in 1917. Date: 1917

Background imageHatted Collection: Russian Aristocracy Enjoying a Luncheon

Russian Aristocracy Enjoying a Luncheon
Ten Wealthy Russians enjoying a spot of luncheon in 1913. Date: 1913

Background imageHatted Collection: Toffs versus Roughs

Toffs versus Roughs
A fight breaks out on the streets of a city between top-hatted gentlemen who throw determined punches at the lower-classes

Background imageHatted Collection: Reading the papers in the rain

Reading the papers in the rain
The streets are crowded with top-hatted gentlemen eagerly reading the main story of the day, umbrellas shielding them from the heavy rain

Background imageHatted Collection: A Trader waiting for the Coal Exchange to open, 1849

A Trader waiting for the Coal Exchange to open, 1849
Illustration showing a top-hatted trader standing at one of the desks of the London Coal Exchange, waiting for the opening of the market, 1849

Background imageHatted Collection: A German band, with top-hatted conductor, in an enemy camp at the front

A German band, with top-hatted conductor, in an enemy camp at the front

Background imageHatted Collection: Varsity Overcoat 1907

Varsity Overcoat 1907
American Varsity style overcoat viewed from the rear: 3/4 length with ample skirts & pocket flaps. This bowler hatted gent wears his to photograph Egyptians & camels

Background imageHatted Collection: Bowler Hatted Men C1890

Bowler Hatted Men C1890
A group of friends wearing tall crowned bowler hats, lounging jackets & narrow fitting trousers. One man sports a curly moustache

Background imageHatted Collection: King in Streets

King in Streets
Top-hatted citizens wave their hats, a cloth-capped worker thumbs his nose as Friedrich Wilhelm IV, king of Prussia, rides through the streets of Berlin to the University



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"Hatted: A Glimpse into the Timeless Elegance and Charm of Bygone Eras" Cockfighting in France: Witness the intense spectacle as feathers fly and hatted spectators cheer on their favorite contenders. Proud owner and his penny farthing bicycle: With a dashing hat atop his head, this proud cyclist effortlessly glides through the streets, capturing the essence of a bygone era. Oyster Stall, England: Step into an enchanting scene where hatted gentlemen indulge in delectable oysters from a bustling stall, savoring every briny bite. Traders doing business at the Coal Exchange, London, 1890: Amidst towering piles of coal and swirling transactions, hatted traders navigate the bustling exchange with precision and finesse. A two-horse carriage with hatted ladies on excursion: Embark on a delightful journey as elegantly dressed ladies enjoy a leisurely ride in a splendid carriage adorned with magnificent horses and fashionable hats. Edwardian lady hailing a top-hatted cabbie: Watch as an Edwardian lady gracefully raises her hand to summon a distinguished top-hatted cabbie for her next adventure through bustling city streets. Smartly dressed Edwardian lady cab driver with whip: Breaking societal norms, this trailblazing woman dons her finest attire while expertly maneuvering her horse-drawn cab through busy thoroughfares - truly an inspiration. Open-Air Music in London, listening to the Military Band in Hyde Park (engraving): Immerse yourself in melodious tunes under blue skies as crowds gather around military bands performing captivating melodies amidst lush greenery – all while sporting their stylish hats. WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Just Carrying: Discover humor amidst adversity as soldiers wearing helmets find amusement carrying oversized hats instead – reminding us that even in the darkest times, laughter can still shine through.