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Spectacles Collection (#71)

"Spectacles: A Glimpse into the World of Art, Music

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Long-haired man shopping in a city in the summer

Long-haired man shopping in a city in the summer

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Cowboy leaning against a wire fence

Cowboy leaning against a wire fence

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Young man wearing glasses sitting on a sofa

Young man wearing glasses sitting on a sofa

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Thunderstorm, bolt

Thunderstorm, bolt

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Stock market news, headline Dax and markets in a newspaper seen through glasses

Stock market news, headline Dax and markets in a newspaper seen through glasses

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Hafragilsfoss waterfall, Iceland, Europe

Hafragilsfoss waterfall, Iceland, Europe

Background imageSpectacles Collection: GoAzA'afoss waterfall, Godafoss, Iceland, Europe

GoAzA'afoss waterfall, Godafoss, Iceland, Europe

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Student wearing a suit and glasses, sitting in front of a painting

Student wearing a suit and glasses, sitting in front of a painting

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Flip flops, book and sunglasses on grass

Flip flops, book and sunglasses on grass

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Prices comparison in a pharmacy

Prices comparison in a pharmacy

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Children, young researchers

Children, young researchers

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Service glasses from 1938 with a sheet metal case on black

Service glasses from 1938 with a sheet metal case on black

Background imageSpectacles Collection: JAPAN: PERRYs OFFICERS. Officers of the fleet of Matthew Perry. From left: Perrys son

JAPAN: PERRYs OFFICERS. Officers of the fleet of Matthew Perry. From left: Perrys son, Captain Abbot, interpreters Portman and Williams, Captain Adams, and Commodore Perry

Background imageSpectacles Collection: LOUIS ADOLPHE THIERS (1797-1877). French historian and statesman. Wood engraving

LOUIS ADOLPHE THIERS (1797-1877). French historian and statesman. Wood engraving, American, 1873

Background imageSpectacles Collection: CHARLES A. SCHIEREN (1842-1915). American politician and Mayor of the City of Brooklyn, 1894-1895

CHARLES A. SCHIEREN (1842-1915). American politician and Mayor of the City of Brooklyn, 1894-1895. Photograph, c1893

Background imageSpectacles Collection: SOJOURNER TRUTH (c1797-1883). Assumed name of Isabella Baumfree, American lecturer and reformer

SOJOURNER TRUTH (c1797-1883). Assumed name of Isabella Baumfree, American lecturer and reformer. Carte-de-visite photograph, 1864

Background imageSpectacles Collection: JAMES WHITCOMB RILEY (1849-1916). American poet. Oil over a photograph

JAMES WHITCOMB RILEY (1849-1916). American poet. Oil over a photograph

Background imageSpectacles Collection: JACOB A. RIIS (1849-1914). American (Danish-born) journalist, writer and photographer

JACOB A. RIIS (1849-1914). American (Danish-born) journalist, writer and photographer

Background imageSpectacles Collection: FELIX MORRIS (1845-1900). English actor

FELIX MORRIS (1845-1900). English actor. Photographed in the role of the Scottish professor in the Broadway play, On Change, 1886

Background imageSpectacles Collection: NATHAN MATTHEWS, JR. (1854-1927). American politician and Mayor of Boston, 1891-1894

NATHAN MATTHEWS, JR. (1854-1927). American politician and Mayor of Boston, 1891-1894. Engraving, American, 1890

Background imageSpectacles Collection: PIERRE JOSEPH PROUDHON. (1809-1865). French social theorist. With his children

PIERRE JOSEPH PROUDHON. (1809-1865). French social theorist. With his children. Oil on canvas, 1853, by Gustave Courbet

Background imageSpectacles Collection: JOHN JAMES INGALLS (1833-1900). American politician and senator from Kansas. Photograph

JOHN JAMES INGALLS (1833-1900). American politician and senator from Kansas. Photograph, c1880

Background imageSpectacles Collection: AUGUSTUS DE MORGAN (1806-1871). English mathematician and logician. Engraving, English

AUGUSTUS DE MORGAN (1806-1871). English mathematician and logician. Engraving, English, 1871

Background imageSpectacles Collection: FRANK S. CHANFRAU (1824-1884). American actor and theater manager. Photographed in costume

FRANK S. CHANFRAU (1824-1884). American actor and theater manager. Photographed in costume, c1870

Background imageSpectacles Collection: aRON BURR (1756-1836). American political leader. Oil on canvas by James Van Dyck

aRON BURR (1756-1836). American political leader. Oil on canvas by James Van Dyck, 1834

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Doctor in full suit posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Doctor in full suit posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Physician wearing stethoscope, (B&W), (Portrait)

Physician wearing stethoscope, (B&W), (Portrait)

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Man posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Man posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Businessman, (B&W), portrait

Businessman, (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Young smiling couple, (B&W), portrait

Young smiling couple, (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Businessman in studio holding papers, (B&W), portrait

Businessman in studio holding papers, (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Mature woman knitting in living room (B&W), portrait

Mature woman knitting in living room (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Young businessman in spectacles, (B&W), portrait

Young businessman in spectacles, (B&W), portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Young boy and girl dressed as adults sitting on sofa, portrait

Young boy and girl dressed as adults sitting on sofa, portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Man wearing stethoscope over suit, portrait

Man wearing stethoscope over suit, portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Senior woman knitting

Senior woman knitting

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Business man with arms crossed, portrait

Business man with arms crossed, portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Mature woman in eyewear posing in studio, (B&W), (Close-up), (Portrait)

Mature woman in eyewear posing in studio, (B&W), (Close-up), (Portrait)

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Woman wearing eyeglasses, smiling, portrait

Woman wearing eyeglasses, smiling, portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Senior woman holding letter, smiling, portrait

Senior woman holding letter, smiling, portrait

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Advertisement for Crunchie Bar

Advertisement for Crunchie Bar -- male and female models posing. 1959

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Schoolmaster reacts angrily as his window is smashed

Schoolmaster reacts angrily as his window is smashed by an errant cricket ball. Date: 1898

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Advertising postcard - Lloyds News - At the Top of the Tree

Advertising postcard - Lloyds News - At the Top of the Tree
Advertising postcard for Lloyds News - At the Top of the Tree. Celebrating sales of nearly a million and a half copies. Lloyds Weekly Newspaper was an early Sunday newspaper in the United Kingdom

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Souvenir of Scarborough - Elderly Widow

Souvenir of Scarborough - Elderly Widow - looking through her Lorgnette spectacles to little a-veil... Date: circa 1890s

Background imageSpectacles Collection: A portrait of Tom Dance from Plenty (1985)

A portrait of Tom Dance from Plenty (1985)
Charles Dance as Raymond Brock in a moment from Fred Schepisis Plenty (1985)

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Ex President Janio Quadros of Brazil arrives at the Royal Victoria Docks. September 1961

Ex President Janio Quadros of Brazil arrives at the Royal Victoria Docks. September 1961

Background imageSpectacles Collection: FRANCE-Champagne (Aube)-Troyes: Eyeglass Shop Sign

FRANCE-Champagne (Aube)-Troyes: Eyeglass Shop Sign
FRANCE, Champagne (Aube), Troyes: Eyeglass Shop Sign

Background imageSpectacles Collection: Sir Richard Anderson Squires Prime Minister of Newfoundland 24 May 1922

Sir Richard Anderson Squires Prime Minister of Newfoundland 24 May 1922




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"Spectacles: A Glimpse into the World of Art, Music, and Literature" Step into a world where spectacles transcend their mere function as eyewear and become portals to creativity, intellect, and beauty. From the vibrant strokes of Pat Martino's guitar in 2009 to Alan John Ainsworth's mesmerizing artwork capturing this musical genius, these spectacles offer a glimpse into the soul-stirring power of art. In Margaret Olley and William Dobell's masterpiece "Painting People" from 1965, we witness how these spectacles allow us to see beyond the surface and delve deep into human emotions. The barrister in full swing reminds us that even within the confines of law they can provide clarity and insight. Nadia-Juliette Boulanger, the French music teacher whose talent shaped countless musicians' lives, dons her own pair as she imparts knowledge with passion. These lenses symbolize not only her expertise but also her unwavering dedication to nurturing artistic brilliance. Tennyson gazes through his iconic round frames captured by Vanity Fair's Ape—a reminder that even literary giants seek inspiration through their spectacled lens. Gustav Mahler's photographic portrait showcases Vienna's cultural heritage while highlighting how these simple accessories bridge gaps between time periods. A sporting lawyer featured in Vanity Fair brings a touch of humor to our exploration—his colorful spectacle frames mirroring his vibrant personality. As sunset paints Almyros Beach on Corfu Island with breathtaking hues, we realize that nature itself wears its own majestic pair for all who care to observe. Blackpool Entertainment comes alive under neon lights reflected in mirrored sunglasses—an emblematic representation of joyous moments shared amongst friends or strangers alike. Anthony Trollope peers through his glasses as he pens tales that have stood the test of time—a testament to how these small objects can shape literary legacies.