Wealth Collection (page 4)

Engraving depicting children singing around the piano, 19th century
5308845 Engraving depicting children singing around the piano, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting children singing around the piano)

Engraving depicting the Lady of the House, wearing an apron and gloves, does her own housework, 19th century
5308736 Engraving depicting the Lady of the House, wearing an apron and gloves, does her own housework, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Lady of the House)

The maid waking up the young boy on Christmas morning
5310016 The maid waking up the young boy on Christmas morning; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the maid waking up the young boy on Christmas morning)

A little girl playing with a doll
5310015 A little girl playing with a doll; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a little girl playing with a doll and doll's pram. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A plaustrum
5307965 A plaustrum.; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a plaustrum - an ancient Egyptian open chariot drawn by oxen. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

Women using lorgnettes
5307833 Women using lorgnettes.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting women using lorgnettes whilst enjoying a carriage ride in London. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

Advertisement for a John Brinsmead & Sons Pianos
5311750 Advertisement for a John Brinsmead & Sons Pianos; (add.info.: Advertisement for a John Brinsmead & Sons Pianos. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A sectional view of a house warmed by hot water, which in turn was heated by the boiler on the bottom floor
5311251 A sectional view of a house warmed by hot water, which in turn was heated by the boiler on the bottom floor, and travelled through reservoirs (F, F)

An engraving depicting the lady of the house giving her servant a spoon of medicine, 19th century
5311198 An engraving depicting the lady of the house giving her servant a spoon of medicine, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

An engraving depicting a nursemaid with her charges in their mother's dressing room
5310978 An engraving depicting a nursemaid with her charges in their mother's dressing room. The nurse and the child are in wicker chairs

An engraving depicting a woman reading under a potted palm, 19th century
5310804 An engraving depicting a woman reading under a potted palm, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG

An engraving depicting passengers riding in bicycle carriages, 19th century
5310790 An engraving depicting passengers riding in bicycle carriages, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1878); Universal History Archive/UIG

An engraving depicting a parlour maid making up a coal fire. Illustrated by George John Pinwell (1842-1875)
5310781 An engraving depicting a parlour maid making up a coal fire. Illustrated by George John Pinwell (1842-1875) a British illustrator and Watercolourist

An engraving depicting a Hackney cab. Dated19th century
5310760 An engraving depicting a Hackney cab. Dated19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1840); Universal History Archive/UIG

An advert for the "Thorncliffe" cooking-range. Advantages includes great economy on fuel
5310753 An advert for the "Thorncliffe" cooking-range. Advantages includes great economy on fuel, perfection in cooking and plentiful supply of water

Illustration depicting a statute fair, where servants could be hired by wealthy families, 1790 (engraving)
5616468 Illustration depicting a statute fair, where servants could be hired by wealthy families, 1790 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

The cook and the parlour maid, 1875 (engraving)
5616388 The cook and the parlour maid, 1875 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

A woman making a donation to the poor
5616476 A woman making a donation to the poor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a wealthy woman making a donation to the poor children of Paris. Dated 19th Century)

A solicitor
5616167 A solicitor; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a solicitor taking down a client's statement. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1884); Universal History Archive/UIG

A gentleman paying a visit to his solicitor
5616166 A gentleman paying a visit to his solicitor; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a gentleman paying a visit to his solicitor. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1884); Universal History Archive/UIG

A discussion between Mr Punch and a horse owner
5616057 A discussion between Mr Punch and a horse owner; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a discussion between Mr Punch and a horse owner. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1861); Universal History Archive/UIG

Grandparents with their granddaughter
5616047 Grandparents with their granddaughter; (add.info.: Illustration depicting grandparents with their granddaughter. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1870); Universal History Archive/UIG

A lady giving charity to a destitute widow and child. 1/1/1890 (engraving)
5616016 A lady giving charity to a destitute widow and child. 1/1/1890 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

A mother checking on her two sleeping children. 1876 (engraving)
5615979 A mother checking on her two sleeping children. 1876 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

A nursemaid waking up her charge on Christmas morning. 1887 (engraving)
5615976 A nursemaid waking up her charge on Christmas morning. 1887 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Illustration depicting a doctor's waiting room, 19th Century (engraving)
5615974 Illustration depicting a doctor's waiting room, 19th Century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

A district visitor. 1888 (engraving)
5615919 A district visitor. 1888 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

A husband painting, whilst his wife watches him. 1888 (engraving)
5615901 A husband painting, whilst his wife watches him. 1888 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Puss in Boots, a serie created by Pellerin printer, 1860 (Epinal print)
5669580 Puss in Boots, a serie created by Pellerin printer, 1860 (Epinal print); (add.info.: Jean-Charles Pellerin (1756-1836), French draftsman, illustrator and printer

Empress of Russia in her new evening dress (engraving)
8631347 Empress of Russia in her new evening dress (engraving) by Cortazzo, Oreste (1836-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Empress of Russia in her new evening dress, Maria Feodorovna)

Riders at Hyde Park Corner, London during the Season (engraving)
8631303 Riders at Hyde Park Corner, London during the Season (engraving) by Chelminski, Jan van (1851-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riders at Hyde Park Corner, London during the Season)

They prepare for the great event (colour litho)
8629524 They prepare for the great event (colour litho) by Ralph, Lester (1876 or 1877-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: They prepare for the great event)

She wears his ring (colour litho)
8629522 She wears his ring (colour litho) by Ralph, Lester (1876 or 1877-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: She wears his ring. Loose small print.); © Look and Learn

His future (colour litho)
8629516 His future (colour litho) by Ralph, Lester (1876 or 1877-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: His future. Loose small print.); © Look and Learn

He takes her to the opera (colour litho)
8629521 He takes her to the opera (colour litho) by Ralph, Lester (1876 or 1877-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: He takes her to the opera. Loose small print.); © Look and Learn

Rich and poor (engraving)
8642715 Rich and poor (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rich and poor)

L'Algerie / Algeria: La Belle Fatma, Costume de Femme Arabe riche (colour photo)
8639811 L'Algerie / Algeria: La Belle Fatma, Costume de Femme Arabe riche (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Belle Fatma)

Cimon and the Painter Polygnotus (litho)
8660791 Cimon and the Painter Polygnotus (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cimon and the Painter Polygnotus)

A Little American Girl (litho)
8646748 A Little American Girl (litho) by Gibson, Charles Dana (1867-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Little American Girl)

Couples from different classes (colour litho)
8635671 Couples from different classes (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couples from different classes. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Poor relation pays an afternoon call (colour litho)
8635668 Poor relation pays an afternoon call (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poor relation pays an afternoon call)

The Man with the Muck Rake (litho)
8656111 The Man with the Muck Rake (litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Man with the Muck Rake. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Misers, from the picture in the National Gallery, London (litho)
8635985 The Misers, from the picture in the National Gallery, London (litho) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Misers)

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"Wealth: A Tapestry of Opulence and Grandeur" Nestled amidst the enchanting beauty of Villa Balbianello, Lake Como in Italy, wealth unveils its opulent embrace. "Political Ravishment" echoes through the ages as Gillray's artwork portrays the precarious dance between wealth and power in 18th-century London. Tsai Shen Yeh, the revered Chinese God of wealth, bestows prosperity upon those who seek his divine blessings. A golden statue of a reclining laughing Buddha adorned with miniature Buddhas symbolizes abundance and joy that they are bring. The Roman memento mori mosaic reminds us that even amidst riches, life is fleeting – a poignant reflection on the transience of material possessions. Buckingham Palace stands tall as a testament to regal opulence near Green Park in London – an embodiment of royal wealth and grandeur. The Paiva Mansion on Champs-Elysees in Paris whispers tales of extravagant soirées hosted by French aristocracy during their zenith of affluence. Imitation firecrackers illuminate Hong Kong's skyline during Chinese New Year celebrations – a vibrant display symbolizing good fortune brought by financial success. Alastair Sim's portrayal as Inspector Pool highlights how societal disparities fueled by they are unravel secrets hidden behind closed doors in An Inspector Calls (1954). Casino de Monte-Carlo beckons high rollers from around the world to indulge in games where fortunes are won or lost against a backdrop of luxury and extravagance. The Gold Souk at Deira, Dubai entices visitors with its dazzling array of precious metals - an epitome of Middle Eastern splendor steeped in centuries-old traditions A sleek 1986 Lamborghini Countach roars down city streets embodying both speed and status - an icon representing automotive opulence for those who revel in wealth.