Gipsies Collection

Gypsy Encampment, Appleby, 1919 (w / c on paper) (see also 54655)
XPG329621 Gypsy Encampment, Appleby, 1919 (w/c on paper) (see also 54655) by Atkinson, John (1863-1924); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Gipsies and Caravan / 30S
Gypsies stand outside their caravans in a corner of the huge gypsy camp near Grantham, Lincolnshire

Old Gypsy Man & Pet Dog
At an encampment in Surrey an old Gypsy man sits on a can close to the fire

Gypsies and their caravans Date: 1910s

Gypsy Woman on Caravan
A Gypsy woman stands by the entrance to the family caravan on an encampment in Surrey as a pet dog looks on

Gypsies in Kent
A gipsy family in their traditional caravan, on Wrotham Hill, Kent, England

Policeman talk to Gypsies on Epsom Downs
Two Policeman talk to a Gypsy family by their caravan and wagon on Epsom Downs Date: circa 1920s

Elderly Gypsy Woman
An elderly gypsy woman with long dark hair and wearing a thick cardigan stands in front of the brightly painted family caravan at an encampment in Surrey

Gipsy Wedding
A gipsy wedding at Baildon, Yorkshire. The King of the Gipsies in England, Petulengro performs the ceremony, cutting the hands so the blood of both can unite

Gipsy couple on their horse-drawn cart
A middle-aged gipsy couple riding along a country road on their horse-drawn cart. A London Transport bus stop can be seen in the background

Gipsy girl plaiting horses tail at an encampment in Surrey
A gipsy girl plaiting the tail of the family horse as she sits on the step of their caravan at an encampment in Surrey. (2 of 2)

Gypsy Boy with Hen 1973
A gypsy boy sits by the door to his family caravan clutching onto a chicken at a Surrey encampment

No Gypsies on Epson Downs 1929
Romany Folk whose presence was forbidden on Epom Downs even on Derby Day. A group of gipsy women and children peg-making Date: 1929

Gipsy girl eating, Lewes, Sussex, 1964

Inside a tent on Mitcham Common, the home to two men, their wives, and fourteen children of various ages. Mr. George Smith, social reformer of Coalville, Leicester

Gipsy girl plaiting horses tail, Surrey
A gypsy girl plaiting the tail of the family horse as she sits on the step of their caravan at an encampment in Surrey. (1 of 2)

Gipsy women sketched by Queen Victoria
Gipsy women, encamped near Claremont in Surrey where Queen Victoria spent the Christmas of 1836 (when she was still Princess Victoria)

Zaphne of the Woods
A pretty young gypsy girl sits in a woodland glade by a camp fire

Queen of the Gipsies
Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gipsies at Norwood, in south London with two pet dogs - one is smaller than a tankard!!

The little gipsies (colour litho)
8645890 The little gipsies (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The little gipsies)

Gypsy caravan (colour litho)
8635287 Gypsy caravan (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gypsy caravan. Illustration from Kindness to Animals Painting Book (Dean & Son Ltd)

The Morning Toilet (engraving)
8672584 The Morning Toilet (engraving) by Bailey, Henry (1817-1894); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Morning Toilet. Gypsy man grooming his horses)

A family of travellers and their caravan, 1885
3479543 A family of travellers and their caravan, 1885; (add.info.: A family of travellers and their caravan, 1885.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A gipsy family on the road with their horse-drawn caravan festooned with articles for sale, 1850
3479540 A gipsy family on the road with their horse-drawn caravan festooned with articles for sale, 1850; (add.info.: A gipsy family on the road with their horse-drawn caravan festooned with articles)

Gipsy camp fire, 1892
3479519 Gipsy camp fire, 1892; (add.info.: Gipsy camp fire. From The Quiver, London, 1892.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Princess Nirgidma, 1931-32 (b/w photo)
7293107 Princess Nirgidma, 1931-32 (b/w photo); (add.info.: History. Mongolia. Nirgidma (Palta), princess of the Torghut nomadic people, in Urumqi (Urumchi, China, Uyghur)

A traveller in Russia setting out on a journey, 1850
3331090 A traveller in Russia setting out on a journey, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a traveller in Russia setting out on a journey. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A gipsy reading a girls palm, 1825
3479539 A gipsy reading a girls palm, 1825; (add.info.: A gipsy reading a country girl's palm, 1825.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A father in despair being comforted by his daughter, 1850
3478166 A father in despair being comforted by his daughter, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a father in despair being comforted by his daughter)

Gypsy family from the Spanish Pyrenees, c.1840 (engraving)
UIG5425629 Gypsy family from the Spanish Pyrenees, c.1840 (engraving); (add.info.: The small child is carried in a sling on the mother's back)

Gipsy Family, 1825
3479538 Gipsy Family, 1825; (add.info.: Gipsy family around their camp fire, 1825.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A father in despair being comforted by his daughter, 1850
3478163 A father in despair being comforted by his daughter, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a father in despair being comforted by his daughter)

Josef Tichatschek
3586330 Josef Tichatschek; (add.info.: Photograph of Josef Tichatschek (1807-1886) a Bohemian opera singer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Spanish gipsy muleteer in the Pyrenees wearing a wide brimmed hat and a blanket slung across his shoulders
UIG5425634 Spanish gipsy muleteer in the Pyrenees wearing a wide brimmed hat and a blanket slung across his shoulders, c.1840 (engraving); (add.info)

A Gipsy Encampment, 1868
3479535 A Gipsy Encampment, 1868; (add.info.: A Gipsy Encampment in 1868, France.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Nomad family of musicians (engraving)
8679741 Nomad family of musicians (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); 19,9x18,7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gustave Dore's family of nomadic musicians); © Erik Pierre Hofmann.

January and February (chromolitho)
8677387 January and February (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: January and February, snowball fight and the carnival)

Jerome Of Prague, 1379 To 1416, In Chains On His Way To Prison. Czech Theologian
UIG5420780 Jerome Of Prague, 1379 To 1416, In Chains On His Way To Prison. Czech Theologian. From The Book Of Martyrs By John Foxe, Published C.1865 ©UIG/Leemage.

Souvenir photograph at a gypsy party, c.1890 (b/w photo)
FGL5463695 Souvenir photograph at a gypsy party, c.1890 (b/w photo); Fototeca Gilardi.

Label for the Cognac Esmeralda, c.1880 (poster)
FGL5460766 Label for the Cognac Esmeralda, c.1880 (poster); (add.info.: Label for the Cognac Esmeralda, the famous gypsy dancing with a white goat. Chromolithography, circa 1880.); Fototeca Gilardi.

A mid-19th century Gypsy encampment
7243390 A mid-19th century Gypsy encampment; Private Collection; (add.info.: A mid-19th century Gypsy encampment. From L'Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859); Photo © Ken Welsh

Gypsy family musicians in France, 1880 (b/w photo)
ELD4837784 Gypsy family musicians in France, 1880 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Gypsy family musicians in France, one of the men plays a triangle, while a woman holds a mandolin)

A troupe of travellers, 1850
3480128 A troupe of travellers, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a troupe of travellers making their way through rural Switzerland. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Gipsy Encampment, 1884
3479542 A Gipsy Encampment, 1884; (add.info.: A Gipsy Encampment in 1884, France.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A gipsy family, 1835
3479537 A gipsy family, 1835; (add.info.: A gipsy family in France, 1835.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Gipsy Encampment, 1868
3479536 A Gipsy Encampment, 1868; (add.info.: A Gipsy Encampment in 1868, France.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Horoscope cast for Albrecht von Wallenstein
3586414 Horoscope cast for Albrecht von Wallenstein; (add.info.: Horoscope cast for Albrecht von Wallenstein (1583-1634) a Bohemian military leader and politician

Barenjagd / Bear Hunting (colour litho)
8666170 Barenjagd / Bear Hunting (colour litho) by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) (1856-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barenjagd)

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"Gipsies: A Nomadic Way of Life" Gipsies and caravans have long been synonymous with the enchanting allure of a wandering lifestyle. In just 30 seconds, one can catch a glimpse into their captivating world. From Gypsies in Kent to the Gypsy Encampment in Appleby back in 1919, their presence has left an indelible mark on history. The watercolor painting, "Gypsy Encampment, Appleby, 1919, " transports us to a bygone era where vibrant hues dance across paper. It beckons us to delve deeper into this rich culture that often remains misunderstood. One cannot help but be fascinated by the sight of Gypsies and their caravans traversing through picturesque landscapes. Policemen engaging in conversation with them on Epsom Downs showcases the complex relationship between law enforcement and these free-spirited individuals. In contrast to societal expectations, we witness an old Gypsy man accompanied by his loyal pet dog—a testament to companionship amidst nomadic existence. An elderly Gypsy woman exudes wisdom earned through years spent embracing life's challenges head-on. A gipsy wedding unfolds before our eyes—an occasion filled with joyous celebrations and traditions passed down through generations. Meanwhile, a young gipsy girl indulges in her meal at Lewes, Sussex—her innocent face reflecting resilience despite adversity. The image of a gipsy couple gracefully maneuvering their horse-drawn cart reminds us of simpler times when horsepower was literal rather than metaphorical. And as we observe another gipsy girl meticulously plaiting a horse's tail at an encampment in Surrey, it becomes evident that love for animals is deeply ingrained within this community. Finally, we encounter a striking vision—a gypsy woman perched atop her caravan—a symbol of freedom encapsulated within four wheels. Her gaze speaks volumes about strength forged from a life on the move.