Nightcap Collection

Scene from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, 1843. Artist: John Leech
Scene from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, 1843. The irascible, curmudgeonly Ebenezer Scrooge, sitting alone on Christmas Eve, is visited by the ghost of Marley, his late business partner

The headache, from the series L Imagination, c. 1830 (litho) (b / w photo)
XIR287002 The headache, from the series L Imagination, c.1830 (litho) (b/w photo) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Serie L Imagination)

Night and Morning (coloured etching)
STC188361 Night and Morning (coloured etching) by Seymour, Robert (1798-1836); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shortshanks was Seymours shortlived pseudonym)

Musicians in the snow on a Christmas card, about to have something poured on them from a jug. circa 1890s

Mail Coach on the Bath-London run collecting mail from Postmaster (right in nightcap) without stopping. Aquatint c1840
530705 Mail Coach on the Bath-London run collecting mail from Postmaster (right in nightcap) without stopping. Aquatint c1840.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Engraving depicting the "Snorer's Nightcap" devised by M
5308542 Engraving depicting the "Snorer's Nightcap" devised by M; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the "Snorer's Nightcap" devised by M. F. Pinckard of New Orleans)

A Near Eastern gentleman's linen nightcap embroidered in red and green, with silver gilt thread and sequins
1767224 A Near Eastern gentleman's linen nightcap embroidered in red and green, with silver gilt thread and sequins, trimmed with gold lace

Man and Woman in Fancy Dress, 1847. Creator: Paul Gavarni
Man and Woman in Fancy Dress, 1847

Man in Night Dress, 1804-1866. Creator: Paul Gavarni
Man in Night Dress, 1804-1866

Illustration for Gust. Fr. Wilh. Grossman Not More than Six Bowls, 1781. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Gust. Fr. Wilh. Grossman Not More than Six Bowls, 1781. Did I really knock a tooth out of you?

Reading man, 1786-1833. Creator: Hendrik Jan van Amerom
Reading man, 1786-1833

Et les cinq Francs de ce matin?.. 1839. Creator: Honore Daumier
Et les cinq Francs de ce matin?.. 1839. Et les cinq Francs de ce matin? - Mais je te dis: trois livres et demie de tranche au petit os, deux sous de foie, un ognon brule

9 heures du soir, 1839. Creator: Honore Daumier
9 heures du soir, 1839. 9 o'clock at night. Mr. Coquelet, eteignant la lumiere, termine une journee que, semblable a la veille et semblable au lendemain

Figure and animal studies, 1880. Creator: Marius Bauer
Figure and animal studies, 1880. Female figures with different headwear and a soldier on horseback. Also two heads of a monkey and dog

Dis donc Bichette...à quoi songes-tu donc... 1844. Creator: Honore Daumier
Dis donc Bichette...a quoi songes-tu donc... 1844. Dis donc Bichette...a quoi songes-tu donc de te promener comme ca la nuit?...est-ce que t'es somnambule, ou bien, est-ce que t'as la colique

De la neige, de la vraie neige... 1853. Creator: Honore Daumier
De la neige, de la vraie neige... 1853. De la neige, de la vraie neige...je n'en avais pas vu a Paris depuis 1822...ca me rajeunit de trente ans!'

C'est bien aujourd'hui, 28 juillet, Ste. Anne... 1846. Creator: Honore Daumier
C'est bien aujourd'hui, 28 juillet, Ste. Anne... 1846. C'est bien aujourd'hui, 28 juillet, Ste. Anne...jour de la fete de ma femme...depuis trente ans l'almanach n'a pas

Eh! bien ma Didine, avons-nous assez dansé?... 1842. Creator: Honore Daumier
Eh! bien ma Didine, avons-nous assez danse?... 1842. Eh! bien, ma Didine, avons-nous assez danse? - Oh! ne m'en parle pas, les jambes me rentrent dans le corps. - Alors ote tes bas et couche-toi

Caricatural head of a man with a sleeping cap, c.1854-c.1887. Creator: Alexander Ver Huell
Caricatural head of a man with a nightcap, c.1854-c.1887

Electric-lighted berth on a deluxe overland limited train, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: William H. Jackson
Electric-lighted berth on a deluxe overland limited train, between 1910 and 1920

Portrait of Pieter Frederik van Os, Painter, 1855. Creator: Anton Mauve
Portrait of Pieter Frederik van Os, Painter, 1855

Girl by candlelight, 1844. Creator: Johan Gustaf Sandberg
Girl by candlelight, 1844

Croquis pris aux Champs Elysées, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Croquis pris aux Champs Elysees, 19th century. Tenants and landlords - Sketch taken on the Champs Elysees

C'est bien aujourd'hui 28 Juillet... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
C'est bien aujourd'hui 28 Juillet... 19th century. The beautiful days of life - It's good today, July 28

Je crois qu'on bat le rappel... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Je crois qu'on bat le rappel... 19th century. Alarmists and alarms - I think we beat the recall

M'ame Bonneau... J'aime m'ame Bonneau moi!... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
M'ame Bonneau... J'aime m'ame Bonneau moi!... 19th century

8 heures du matin, 1839. Creator: Honore Daumier
Singles Day (La Journee du Celibataire) - 8 heures du matin, 1839. 8 a.m

Le mari lisant: nous étions mollement étendus... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le mari lisant: nous etions mollement etendus... 19th century. Married life. Husband reading romantic novel to his wife

Un réveil en sursaut, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Un reveil en sursaut, 19th century. Startled awake. Man: Wife, wife? Woman: My God! what's wrong, Theodore? Man: I dreamt I had colic!

Jimmy Corsini, c. 1901. Creator: Edward Hopper
Jimmy Corsini, c. 1901

Le menuisier, 1845. Creator: Jean Jacques Henner
Le menuisier, 1845

Woman's Night Cap, c. 1939. Creator: Virginia Berge
Woman's Night Cap, c. 1939

Head of Sleeping Girl, 1800. Creator: Pieter Gaal
Head of Sleeping Girl, 1800

Womens shingle cap 1929
Shingle cap, made of crocheted silk, with a choice of colours. Date: 1929

Une nuit agitée, 1847. Creator: Honore Daumier
Une nuit agitee, 1847. A restless night. Father dries a nappy in front of the fire as mother deals with wakeful crying baby. Series: Les Papas, no. 12; Periodical: Le Charivari, 26 June 1847

Lady Nightcap at Breakfast, comical Georgian scene, black servant serving his employer. Date: 1772

Emperor Schlummerpunsch (engraving)
2788235 Emperor Schlummerpunsch (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emperor Schlummerpunsch)

The disguised wolf
" The disguised wolf, a scene from little red riding hood. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

English Bulldog dog, outdoors looking tired wearing nightcap Date: 16-08-2021

DOG - Golden Retriever Puppy lying down on blue gingham wearing a nightcap Date: 27-01-2021

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Siberian kitten sleeping wearing a nightcap

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Three labrador puppies sleeping and wearing nightcaps Three labrador puppies sleeping and wearing nightcaps

Little Rosette, 153. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
Little Rosette, 153

A Victorian Christmas card of a cat and a bulldog in bed having a cuddle, c
3603525 A Victorian Christmas card of a cat and a bulldog in bed having a cuddle, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Scrooge, from A Christmas Carol, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465762 Scrooge, from A Christmas Carol, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ebenezer Scrooge; principal character of A Christmas Carol)

The purge, illustration from Le Rire, 6th March 1897 (engraving)
REV382361 The purge, illustration from Le Rire, 6th March 1897 (engraving) by Cadel, Eugene (1865-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: ca commence-t-il a te gargouiller un peu, mon tresor)

Picture Postcard - Humour
A humorous write-away postcard allowed the sender to write a greeting or short note on the front of the postcard at a time when only the recipients address was permitted on the back of the postcard

Two Regency gentlemen about to fight a duel with pistols. One expecting the magistrates and Bow Street officers to appear. More Miseries

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"Nightcap: A Journey through Time and Imagination" Step into the enchanting world of "nightcap, " where dreams come alive and stories unfold. In this captivating journey, we explore various scenes that evoke a sense of comfort, whimsy, and nostalgia. Transport yourself to the 19th century as we witness a scene from Charles Dickens' timeless masterpiece, "A Christmas Carol. " The intricate artwork by John Leech brings Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation to life, reminding us of the power of redemption. As day turns into night, we encounter an exquisite colored etching titled "Night and Morning. " This mesmerizing piece captures the ethereal beauty of twilight while hinting at new beginnings just beyond the horizon. The magic continues with musicians playing in the snow on a charming Christmas card. Their melodies create an atmosphere filled with joy and merriment during this festive season. Next, we meet Lady Nightcap at Breakfast—a delightful character who adds a touch of elegance to our morning routine. Her shingle cap from 1929 showcases fashion trends from yesteryears while reminding us that style is timeless. Animals also find solace in nightcaps; a cat and dog snuggle up together on another heartwarming Christmas card. Their companionship reminds us that love knows no boundaries—even between different species—especially during special occasions like Christmas. Emperor Schlummerpunsch invites us into his realm through an enchanting engraving. As he reigns over dreamland, he encourages restful slumber for all who seek respite from their daily worries. But beware. Not everything is what it seems—the disguised wolf lurks amidst innocence. This cautionary tale reminds us to stay vigilant even when surrounded by seemingly harmless situations or individuals. Our furry friends also enjoy donning nightcaps; an English Bulldog looks tired but content outdoors wearing one. Meanwhile, a Golden Retriever puppy lies down on blue gingham, exuding pure innocence and tranquility.