Directory Collection

Scotlands Industrial Souvenir
Don Brothers, Buist and Company Limited - Flax and Jute Spinners and Manufacturers - Scotlands Industrial Souvenir 1905. Date: 1905

Cover design, Dombey and Son
Cover design, Part XI of Dombey and Son by Charles Dickens, August 1847, with illustrations by Hablot K Browne. 1847

Scotlands Industrial Souvenir
Hay and Robertson, Linen and Cotton Manufacturers, Dunfermline - Scotlands Industrial Souvenir 1905. Date: 1905

Uniform of a state messenger under the Directory. Each councilor had four messengers who wore white tunic
FLO4572657 Uniform of a state messenger under the Directory. Each councilor had four messengers who wore white tunic, blue coat and hat with tricolor plumes

Illustration depicting members of the Council of Five Hundred (Conseil des Cinq-Cents), or simply the Five Hundred
5304994 Illustration depicting members of the Council of Five Hundred (Conseil des Cinq-Cents), or simply the Five Hundred

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000875 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000873 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Conseil des Cinq-Cents - Napoleon Bonaparte leading the grenadiers into the Council of Five Hundred in the coup of 18
FLO4608647 Conseil des Cinq-Cents - Napoleon Bonaparte leading the grenadiers into the Council of Five Hundred in the coup of 18 Brumaire

People's representative, English Directory Era. Representative of the People, Executive Board
FLO4572598 People's representative, English Directory Era. Representative of the People, Executive Board. Bicorn with tricolor plumes and tricolor sash belt

Paul Francois Jean Nicolas, Viscount de Barras (1755-1829), leader of the Directory
FLO4572564 Paul Francois Jean Nicolas, Viscount de Barras (1755-1829), leader of the Directory. In the uniform of a member of the Executive Board

The Coup of 18 Brumaire, the Council of Five Cents (Cinq Cents) (Hall of 500) in Saint Cloud, 19th century (painting)
AIS5337250 The Coup of 18 Brumaire, the Council of Five Cents (Cinq Cents) (Hall of 500) in Saint Cloud, 19th century (painting); (add.info.: French Revolution: Le 18 brumaire an VIII (9/11/1799)

Illustration of an Italian delegation during a Republican procession during the era of the French Directoire 1797
UIG5634268 Illustration of an Italian delegation during a Republican procession during the era of the French Directoire 1797; (add.info)

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000872 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Amazing and Muscadin, fashionable French men of the Directory era, 1796. The Incredible holds a monocle and cudgel
FLO4572577 Amazing and Muscadin, fashionable French men of the Directory era, 1796. The Incredible holds a monocle and cudgel and wears two watches from his belt

Uniformed members of the (Directoire), Directory, or Directorate, a five-member committee which governed France
5304821 Uniformed members of the (Directoire), Directory, or Directorate, a five-member committee which governed France from 1795 to 1799 (engraving); (add.info)

The coup of 18 Brumaire brought General Napoleon Bonaparte to power as First Consul of France, 1799
3480798 The coup of 18 Brumaire brought General Napoleon Bonaparte to power as First Consul of France, 1799; (add.info.: The coup of 18 Brumaire brought General Napoleon Bonaparte to power as First)

A dandy on a walk in the Tuileries Gardens, 1800
A walk in the Tuileries Gardens. A dandy of the Year VIII, 1800. Incroyable in coat, breeches, hose and slippers, with tricorn and cockade. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

The Russian Mountains, Les Montagnes Russes, Paris, 1812
Fashionable couple at the Russian Mountains rollercoaster, Les Montagnes Russes a Belleville, built in 1812. (The first switchback, Year VII, 1799). Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Man in loose fitting coat, waistcoat, trousers and boots
Man in loose fitting coat of grey cloth with velvet collar, pink-and-white check waistcoat, hazelnut colour trousers and soft boots. Handcoloured lithograph by E

Reference books seen here. Some books of reference are; The post office London directory of 1912, who's who 1912, Englishman's yearbook 1912

Luxembourg Palace, Rue de Vaugirard, Paris, France
The Luxembourg Palace, Rue de Vaugirard, Paris, France Date: circa 1840

The Former Profession (litho)
964694 The Former Profession (litho) by Gillray, James (1757-1815) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Former Profession, 1805)

Emmanuel Joseph Sieyes (1748-1836) 18th century (coloured engraving)
XIR192170 Emmanuel Joseph Sieyes (1748-1836) 18th century (coloured engraving) by French School; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Jean-Jacques-Regis de Cambaceres, Duke of Parma, Duke of Parma, in the uniform of an arch-chancellor of the empire
FLO4572845 Jean-Jacques-Regis de Cambaceres, Duke of Parma, Duke of Parma, in the uniform of an arch-chancellor of the empire, 1753-1824

The Directory, French Revolution, 1795-1799 (colour litho)
5207755 The Directory, French Revolution, 1795-1799 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Directory, French Revolution, 1795-1799)

Les Incroyables, Anonymous. Copper engraving, watercolour, 1796-1797. Private Collection
FIA5409587 Les Incroyables, Anonymous. Copper engraving, watercolour, 1796-1797. Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images; out of copyright

Woman in white dress with black velvet trim
5893142 Woman in white dress with black velvet trim. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in white dress with black velvet trim, red waistcoat, blue fur sash)

Woman in pansy-coloured dress, apron and shawl
5893139 Woman in pansy-coloured dress, apron and shawl. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in pansy-coloured dress, chiffon apron, cornette a la paysanne hat)

Man in loose fitting coat, waistcoat, trousers and boots
5893135 Man in loose fitting coat, waistcoat, trousers and boots. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Man in loose fitting coat of grey cloth with velvet collar)

Woman in pansy dress with straw-coloured apron
5893134 Woman in pansy dress with straw-coloured apron. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in pansy dress with straw-coloured apron, bonnet with white lace)

Woman in white dress with velvet design
5893133 Woman in white dress with velvet design. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in white dress with velvet design, red velvet hat and long straw-colour gloves)

Design of a desk, c. 1800 (w / c & ink on paper)
5932881 Design of a desk, c.1800 (w/c & ink on paper) by Percier, Charles (1764-1838); Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images; French, out of copyright

Costumes of Revolutionary France, late 18th Century (coloured engraving)
968867 Costumes of Revolutionary France, late 18th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of Revolutionary France, late 18th Century)

In the gardens of the Palais-Royal, Paris, at the time of the Directory, 1796 (chromolitho)
2782618 In the gardens of the Palais-Royal, Paris, at the time of the Directory, 1796 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Comic postcard, Little girl on the phone Date: 20th century

Chesnut Street from Seventh to Sixth (North Side), illustration from Baxter
1547545 Chesnut Street from Seventh to Sixth (North Side), illustration from Baxters Panoramic Business Directory of Philadelphia, 1859 (coloured engraving) by American School

Dress maker strolling in the Tuileries, 1802
strolling in the Tuileries, below the river terrace, 1802. She wears a bonnet with ribbons, dress and apron, and carries a hat box and bolts of fabric. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Woman at the Picture Exhibition at the Paris Salon
Woman in fashionable dress at the Picture Exhibition at the Paris Salon, Academie des Beaux-Arts, Year VIII, 1800. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Gentleman in carrick coat in Frascati s, Paris
Gentleman putting on carrick coat while leaving a fashionable salon. A public room at Frascati s, Paris, Year VIII, 1800. Famous salon for parties, balls, concerts and gambling

Boys in jackets and breeches with Merveilleuse, 1800
Boys in jackets and breeches with Merveilleuse in Roman robe with bonnet and spencer jacket. Little Patriots, Year VIII, 1800. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Fashionable Incroyables in a gambling den, 1800
Fashionable Incroyables in high-collar jackets at a gambling table with young woman and croupier. A gambling hell in the Palais Royal, Year VIII, 1800

In the Cabinet des Estampes, Bibliotheque Nationale, 1897. The search for bygone fashions. Two women in dresses with corseted waists

Fashionable woman with speculators or agioteurs, Paris
Fashionable woman with a group of speculators or agioteurs, Paris. A one-legged Revolutionary soldier stands guard. Stock jobbing at the Palais Royal, Year VII, 1799. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Fashionable women in the gardens of the Tuileries, 1799
Two fashionable women in the gardens of the Tuileries, Jardins des Tuileries, Paris, Year VII, 1799. In low-cut, high-waisted robes tied with ribbons, bonnets, holding fans

Woman and child in front of the Fountain of Leda, 1799
Woman and child in front of the Fountain of Leda, Fontaine de Leda, in the Rue du Regard, Paris, Year VII, 1799. (Designed by Francois-Jean Bralle and built in 1807)

Fashionable woman in front of the Theatre des Varietes, Boulevard Montmartre, Year VII, 1799. (Built in 1807). She wears bonnet, fichu, high-waisted robe and long-sleeved gloves

Fashionable woman in front of the Bains Vigier, 1797
Fashionable woman or Merveilleuse in front of the Bains Vigier or Vigiers thermal baths on the banks of the River Seine, Year V, 1797. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Woman arriving for an appointment at the Cafe des
Fashionable woman arriving for an appointment at the Cafe des Tuileries, Paris, Year VI, 1798. She wears a bonnet, lilac fichu, low-cut classical style dress, sandals. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

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"Exploring the Riches of History: A Directory of Fascinating Discoveries" Step into the past with "Scotlands Industrial Souvenir, " a captivating directory that unveils Scotland's industrial heritage. The cover design of "Dombey and Son" entices readers to delve into this classic novel, showcasing the artistry behind bookbinding during the period. Discover a treasure trove of knowledge with an array of reference books, providing insights on various subjects from art to science. Transport yourself to Paris, France, as you wander through Luxembourg Palace on Rue de Vaugirard, depicted in stunning detail within this directory. Immerse yourself in 18th-century fashion as you encounter a man donning a loose fitting coat, waistcoat, trousers, and boots - an iconic style from the French Directory era. Witness history come alive through engravings capturing period costumes worn during the French Directory between 1795-1799. Marvel at their intricate details and elegance. "The Former Profession (litho)" offers a glimpse into professions long gone by, reminding us of how society has evolved over time. Gracchus Babeuf's dramatic self-stabbing is immortalized in an engraving that captures both his passion for revolution and sacrifice for his beliefs. A powerful image indeed. Emmanuel Joseph Sieyes' colored engraving transports us back to the 18th century when influential figures shaped history with their ideas and actions. Jean-Jacques-Regis de Cambaceres' handcolored lithograph showcases him dressed as an arch-chancellor of the empire - a testament to his prestigious position during his lifetime. "The Directory: French Revolution 1795-1799" presents a vividly colored lithograph depicting key moments from this pivotal period in French history. Experience its tumultuous events firsthand. Delight in Les Incroyables' eccentricity captured through anonymous copper engravings and watercolors. These fashion rebels challenged societal norms with their extravagant attire.