Simpler Collection

William Friday, a Simpler, supplier of herbs. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his
FLO5003444 William Friday, a Simpler, supplier of herbs. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana

Simplers, Cries of London, (c1819?). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Simplers, (c1819?). Simplers, (sellers of medicinal plants), carrying baskets of their wares, from Cries of London, (c1819?)

Paul Gauguin Haere Pape 1892 Oil canvas Fed up
Paul Gauguin: Haere Pape, Paul Gauguin, 1892, Oil on canvas, Fed up with industrialized Europe, Paul Gauguin went to Tahiti in 1891 seeking a simpler, more primitive way of life

Merveilleuse Greqcque
Though some merveilleuses carry freedom to excess, others adopt a simpler, Grecian style in admiration of the heroic age which inspires the idealistic revolutionaries Date: 1794

Roman soldiers using two forms of battering ram against the walls of a fortress. B is hung on a chain hanging from a frame

Human / Animal Marriage
How much simpler marriage is for animals than for humans !

Frenchwoman 1789
A simpler style characterises this Frenchwomans dress and bonnet in the year the Revolution breaks out

English Couple 1550
His slashed sleeves are typical of the period, but her neat narrow dress is much simpler than what her mother or grandmother would have worn

Full Dress 1798
Two ladies in full dresses - on the left, lilac dress with green net CURRICLE and yellow muslin BANDEAUX; on the right, a simpler dress but a turban head dress

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Simpler times captured in art: From John Thomas Smith's 'Cries of London' (c1819) to Paul Gauguin's 'Haere Pape' (1892), these masterpieces transport us to a world where life seemed less complicated. The Harland & Wolff Collection at National Museums NI showcases the beauty of maritime craftsmanship, reminding us of an era when shipbuilding was an art form. Marvel at the elegance and grace of the Merveilleuse Grecque, a testament to ancient Greek aesthetics that still captivates today. Roman soldiers using two forms of battering ram against fortress walls remind us of the ingenuity and determination displayed throughout history. Explore the intriguing concept of human-animal marriage, a topic that sparks curiosity and contemplation about our relationship with nature. Step into the shoes of Frenchwoman in 1789 or English Couple in 1550, as their attire reflects societal norms and cultural shifts through time. Finally, immerse yourself in full dress fashion from 1798, where opulence met extravagance for a truly breathtaking display.