Inspired Collection (#16)

Churchyard by Moonlight
The moonlit churchyard of Stoke Poges, where the poet Thomas Gray was inspired to write his famous Elegy Date: circa 1860

Balzac & Mme De Berny
HONORE DE BALZAC with his greatest love, MADAME DE BERNY, whom he called La Dilecta and who inspired him throughout his life

French Spirit Drawing
Mrs E J French, inspired by the spirits, made this drawing in 11 seconds - including 200 words of writing !

Egyptian Fabrics 1924
Egyptian inspired fabrics by Coudurier: strapless wrap dress in a bold gold & terracotta cloth; evening coat or wrap in a pale turquoise embellished with gold designs

Costume / Boys / Photo / 1890S
Two boys in knickerbocker suits with short S-B jackets with nautically inspired turnover collar & tunics trimmed with rows of narrow braid & peaked caps

Sailor Suit / Franchomme
A boy in a nautically inspired costume with gold braid, open bottom or Danish trousers, sailor collar, broad leather belt, black ribbed stockings & buttoned leather boots

Bon Genre No. 65 Costume
Men wear English style country clothes: cut-away tailcoats with roll collars & breeches. The ladies wear white muslin dresses & classically inspired hairstyles

Vibrant Floral Shawl
A bold multi-coloured shawl with a deep fringed border & an orientally inspired floral print possibly based on Chinese embroidery popular at the time

Coats by Worth 1923
Orientally inspired coats by Worth based on a Kimono: orange with voluminous hanging sleeves & fur trim & collar; puce wrap over coat with fur lining & embroidered panels

Evening Dress / Worth 1923
Orientally inspired gowns by Worth in lacquer reds: wrap over with diamante bows, fur trim & matching jacket; floral embroidered panels, sash & gored skirt with train

Flower Arranging 1929
A young woman, in her orientally inspired boudoir arranges Physalis / Chinese Lantern in a porcelain vase. Date: 1929

Druidesses of Gaul
Druid priestesses on the Breton coast are consulted as prophets : Vercingetorix is just one leader who makes use of their inspired utterances

Science / Galileo / Lamp
The lamp in Pisa cathedral which inspired Galileos pendulum

Luther Inspired
MARTIN LUTHER is unexpectedly favoured with a call from God at the gate of the University Library at Erfurt, 1505. Date: 1505

Columbus as a Boy
CRISTOFORO COLUMBUS, as a boy, is inspired by the travels of Marco Polo to dream of doing something of the sort himself

Little Rock Riot 1874
Rioters evacuate the State House at Little Rock, Ark. during riots inspired by South -erners claim to be unjustly taxed by the Federal Govt. (and other grievances)

Voltaire Honoured
VOLTAIRE is honoured as one of the founding spirits who inspired the Revolution : a massive procession passes through the streets of Paris

Vision of Cross
Jesus watches while two British soldiers are inspired by a vision of the Cross

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Unveiling the mysteries of inspiration, from Angels of Mons to Chinese wallpaper designs, this captivating journey takes us through a world of artistic wonders. The cover design for piano music transports us to ethereal realms, while the Chelsea Arts Club Ball ignites our creative spirits with its extravagant display of imagination. Dr Joseph Bell's enigmatic presence sparks curiosity and fuels our desire for knowledge. As we cast our lines in Salmon Fishing at Ridgepool, Ballina, Co Mayo, Ireland, we find solace in nature's embrace. Wolfram Von Eschenbach's timeless tales inspire us to dream beyond boundaries and explore uncharted territories. The Sizaire Poster 1925 mesmerizes with its bold strokes and vibrant colors that ignite passion within our souls. Evening Dress 1922 exudes elegance and sophistication as it drapes gracefully on those who dare to wear it. Guests at an eastern-inspired party transport us to distant lands filled with exotic flavors and enchanting melodies. The Lennon Wall in Prague stands as a testament to the power of words and artistry in shaping history and inspiring change. Writing becomes an art form itself as Gray Poem evokes emotions hidden deep within our hearts. Ascending the Hampton Court Staircase feels like stepping into a time capsule where stories whisper through every step taken. Each hint unravels layers of inspiration that weave together a tapestry of creativity waiting to be explored.