Wealth Collection (page 8)

Engraving depicting a gas lamp on a bracket, 19th century
5308857 Engraving depicting a gas lamp on a bracket, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a gas lamp on a bracket. Dated 19th century 01/02/1886); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cartoon depicting a wealthy family disappointed by water being served to them rather than alcohol, 19th century
5308612 Cartoon depicting a wealthy family disappointed by water being served to them rather than alcohol, 19th century; (add.info)

Engraving depicting a visitor to the dressmaker, 19th century
5308586 Engraving depicting a visitor to the dressmaker, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a visitor to the dressmaker. Dated 19th century 01/02/1879); Universal History Archive/UIG

Illustration depicting women listening to a phonograph
5308583 Illustration depicting women listening to a phonograph; (add.info.: Illustration depicting women listening to a phonograph)

Advertisement for Beetham's Glycerine and Cucumber Emollient Milk
5310035 Advertisement for Beetham's Glycerine and Cucumber Emollient Milk; (add.info.: Advertisement for Beetham's Glycerine and Cucumber Emollient Milk for preserving)

A hanging oil lamp fitting
5310178 A hanging oil lamp fitting; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a hanging oil lamp fitting over a dinning table. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Two aspects of women's lives during the 19th century
5310174 Two aspects of women's lives during the 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon satirising two aspects of women's lives during the 19th century)

Engraving depicting a wealthy woman visiting her physician, 19th century
5309484 Engraving depicting a wealthy woman visiting her physician, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a wealthy woman visiting her physician)

Engraving depicting a daughter sitting on her father's lap, 19th century
5309151 Engraving depicting a daughter sitting on her father's lap, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a daughter sitting on her father's lap)

Engraving depicting a maid dusting items, 19th century
5309083 Engraving depicting a maid dusting items, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a maid dusting items. Dated 19th century 01/02/1880); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Margarita Gonzaga, c.1603 (oil on canvas)
8724260 Portrait of Margarita Gonzaga, c.1603 (oil on canvas) by Pourbus, Frans II (1569-1622); Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Buenos Aires

Princess Elizabeth (Elizabeth of Bohemia, The Winter Queen'), 1596-1662, aged seven, 1603 (oil on canvas)
7339104 Princess Elizabeth (Elizabeth of Bohemia, The Winter Queen'), 1596-1662, aged seven, 1603 (oil on canvas) by Peake, Robert

Late but Welcome, 1948 (oil on canvas)
658364 Late but Welcome, 1948 (oil on canvas) by Bennett, Frank Moss (1874-1953); 59.6x75 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Late but Welcome. Frank Moss Bennett (1874-1953). Oil on canvas

Portrait of Princess Charlotte of Wales, 1817 (engraving)
863528 Portrait of Princess Charlotte of Wales, 1817 (engraving); (add.info.: Princess Charlotte of Wales (1796-1817) only child of George IV of Great Britain and Caroline of Brunswick

Men's costume of Bourg de Batz, Loire-Inferieure (colour litho)
8677224 Men's costume of Bourg de Batz, Loire-Inferieure (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men's costume of Bourg de Batz, Batz-sur-Mer)

A few cast off clothes (colour litho)
8635666 A few cast off clothes (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A few cast off clothes. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Queen Victoria in the Royal Saloon railway carriage (engraving)
8631436 Queen Victoria in the Royal Saloon railway carriage (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Baccarat Trial (engraving)
8631287 The Baccarat Trial (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baccarat Trial. Illustration from Black and White)

Mrs Arthur Wilson gives evidence during the trial of the Baccarat Scandal (engraving)
8631270 Mrs Arthur Wilson gives evidence during the trial of the Baccarat Scandal (engraving) by Finnemore, Joseph (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baccarat Scandal)

The will of Cecil Rhodes (b/w photo)
8672140 The will of Cecil Rhodes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The will of Cecil Rhodes)

The University Chest, Oxford (b/w photo)
8641659 The University Chest, Oxford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The University Chest, Oxford)

Wealth over looks (chromolitho)
8656448 Wealth over looks (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wealth over looks. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

I have the dough - all I need is someone to spend it! (colour litho)
8656665 I have the dough - all I need is someone to spend it! (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

And would you love me just as much if I were poor, George? (colour litho)
8656591 And would you love me just as much if I were poor, George? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

It's cheaper to give a dime than lend a dollar (colour litho)
8655883 It's cheaper to give a dime than lend a dollar (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It's cheaper to give a dime than lend a dollar)

I smile now that you are rich! (colour litho)
8656032 I smile now that you are rich! (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "I smile now that you are rich!" Man sitting on a pile of anthracite)

Latter part XIVth century women's headdress (litho)
8677496 Latter part XIVth century women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Latter part XIVth century women's headdress)

IXth and XIIIth centuries women's headdresses (litho)
8677406 IXth and XIIIth centuries women's headdresses (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: IXth and XIIIth centuries women's headdresses)

Women's headdress from 1890 (litho)
8677511 Women's headdress from 1890 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's headdress from 1890)

Women's headdress of 1850 (litho)
8677509 Women's headdress of 1850 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's headdress of 1850)

Women's headdress from 1810 (litho)
8677460 Women's headdress from 1810 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's headdress from 1810)

Women's headdress of 1830 (litho)
8677417 Women's headdress of 1830 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's headdress of 1830)

End XVIIIth century women's headdress (litho)
8677414 End XVIIIth century women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: End XVIIIth century women's headdress)

Late XVIth century women's headdress (litho)
8677412 Late XVIth century women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Late XVIth century women's headdress)

Asia Minor women's headdress (litho)
8677404 Asia Minor women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asia Minor women's headdress)

Slavonic women's headdress (litho)
8677403 Slavonic women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Slavonic women's headdress)

Ancient Assyrian women's headdress (litho)
8677395 Ancient Assyrian women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Assyrian women's headdress)

Page from article of 1904 on Belgravia and its Mansions. (b/w photo)
8667348 Page from article of 1904 on Belgravia and its Mansions. (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Revised (litho)
8622944 Revised (litho) by Gibson, Charles Dana (1867-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revised. March Fourth comes in like a tiger and goes out like an elephant)

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The baby draws them even closer together (colour litho)
8629523 The baby draws them even closer together (colour litho) by Ralph, Lester (1876 or 1877-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: The baby draws them even closer together)

Their honeymoon among the hills (colour litho)
8629517 Their honeymoon among the hills (colour litho) by Ralph, Lester (1876 or 1877-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Their honeymoon among the hills. Loose small print.); © Look and Learn

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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.