Wealthy Collection (page 3)

A Chinese lady being transported on a riding barrow
5312121 A Chinese lady being transported on a riding barrow; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Chinese lady being transported on a riding barrow. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A mother and daughter watching snowflakes
5312068 A mother and daughter watching snowflakes; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother and daughter watching snowflakes fall. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Advertisement for Bellis's Real Turtle Soup
5307825 Advertisement for Bellis's Real Turtle Soup.; (add.info.: Advertisement for Bellis's Real Turtle Soup made from the edible green turtle. Dated 19th century)

Grandparents with their grandchildren
5616055 Grandparents with their grandchildren; (add.info.: Illustration depicting grandparents with their grandchildren. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1870); Universal History Archive/UIG

A woman emerging from a carriage as she visits home for Christmas. 1876 (engraving)
5615942 A woman emerging from a carriage as she visits home for Christmas. 1876 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Engraving depicting a game of Tric-Trac - an early form of Backgammon, 18th century
5309158 Engraving depicting a game of Tric-Trac - an early form of Backgammon, 18th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a game of Tric-Trac - an early form of Backgammon)

Cartoon depicting a woman serving soup to dinner guests, 19th century
5308941 Cartoon depicting a woman serving soup to dinner guests, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a woman serving soup to dinner guests)

Illustration depicting elderly people sitting on a wooden park bench, 19th century
5308872 Illustration depicting elderly people sitting on a wooden park bench, 19th century; (add.info.: Illustration depicting elderly people sitting on a wooden park bench)

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

French caricature of a wealthy factory owner handing out minimal wages to a line af workers. 1906
5617081 French caricature of a wealthy factory owner handing out minimal wages to a line af workers. 1906; Universal History Archive/UIG

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

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)

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Step into a world of opulence and grandeur with these captivating glimpses of wealth throughout history. From the lavish Silver Cross advertisement, showcasing elegance fit for royalty, to the resplendent Maharajah of Mysore during WW1, wealth has always been synonymous with luxury. Unearthed from the depths of time, we discover the Champagne Hoard hidden away in Paris' Champs-Elysees. A testament to indulgence and excess, this collection speaks volumes about the allure of extravagance. Intrigue awaits at The Paiva Mansion on Newport's shores in Rhode Island. Once a playground for America's elite in the 1880s yacht club scene, it exudes an air of sophistication that only true affluence can bring. Travel back centuries to a medieval dining room where lords and ladies reveled in their abundance. Gilded tapestries adorned walls as sumptuous feasts were served on silver platters – a sight reserved solely for those blessed with immense riches. Witness young William Strover Birkin at just 19 years old alongside Richard Pratchett Noble; their dapper attire reflecting their privileged upbringing. This portrait captures an era when social status was paramount and wealth defined one's place in society. Venture north to Ardconnel Terrace nestled amidst Oban's picturesque Argyllshire landscape. Here stands McCaig Tower – a symbol of prosperity overlooking breathtaking vistas – reminding us that even architecture can be touched by fortune's hand. A Rolls Royce glides through Essex streets, epitomizing timeless elegance intertwined with financial success. Its sleek lines and polished exterior mirror its owner's standing as they effortlessly navigate life’s highways. Embark on an exotic journey to Singapore where Raffles Hotel reigns supreme since 1887 - an exclusive retreat catering solely to discerning individuals seeking unparalleled luxury experiences, and is here that dreams are transformed into reality within its hallowed halls.