Voyeur Collection

One Mans Meat- by George Studdy
Bonzo, the comic canine creation of George Studdy, looks away in horror (or boredom) as his owner peers a little more closely with the help of a pair of binoculars at a bevy of bathing beauties at

Robin Maugham looking at a peep-show in Brighton
Viscount Maugham (author and traveller Robin Maugham) pictured looking at a Peep-Show machine in Brighton where he lived during the 1960s

What the butler saw. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000909 What the butler saw. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

What the butler saw. A waiter spying through a keyhole. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur
1000854 What the butler saw. A waiter spying through a keyhole. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

The Voyeur and Her Bather, (oil on canvasboard)
822998 The Voyeur and Her Bather, (oil on canvasboard) by Shinn, Everett (1876-1953); 24.8x34.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Voyeur and Her Bather. Everett Shinn (1876-1953)

Old man spying through keyhole. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000860 Old man spying through keyhole. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

Two young men spying on the ladies in a women's bathouse in the 19th century
1000868 Two young men spying on the ladies in a women's bathouse in the 19th century. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs

Susanna and the Elders, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Susanna and the Elders, early-mid 18th century

Narihira Watching Court Ladies of Oshu Province, c1766. Creator: Shunsho
Narihira Watching Court Ladies of Oshu Province, c1766. Series: Tales of Ise in Iroha Order

The Lovers, 1799. Creator: Johann Heinrich Ramberg
The Lovers, 1799

The Painter and his Model, 1690. Creator: Unknown
The Painter and his Model, 1690

Satire on Celibacy, c.1600-c.1649. Creator: Anon
Satire on Celibacy, c.1600-c.1649

Cimon and Pero, c.1635. Creator: Workshop of Peter Paul Rubens
Cimon and Pero, c.1635

Satyrs Spying on Nymphs, after 1627. Creator: Cornelis van Poelenburgh
Satyrs Spying on Nymphs, after 1627

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Nymph surprised, after Boucher. Creator: Unknown
Nymph surprised, after Boucher. Satyr surprising a sleeping nymph. (La Nymphe surprise, d'apres Boucher)

Tingletangle, 1895. Creator: Edvard Munch
Tingletangle, 1895

Comic postcard, Pretty woman and vicar on the beach Date: 20th century

Spys Taken at Greenwich, 1798. Mother Windsor with four of her courtesans orders her girls to arrest Shute Barrington, the Bishop of Durham and the Duke of Queensberry

Divertissement aquatique renouvelé des Grecs, 1857. Creator: Honore Daumier
Divertissement aquatique renouvele des Grecs, 1857. Renewed aquatic entertainment of the Greeks. Series: Croquis d'ete, no. 20; Periodical: Le Charivari, 16-17 August 1857

The voyeur
Daan de Vos

Tapestry depicting David and Bathsheba, from Strassburg, 1480-1500 (wool, silk and linen)
GLS314130 Tapestry depicting David and Bathsheba, from Strassburg, 1480-1500 (wool, silk and linen) by French School, (16th century); 86.3x97.7 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove, Glasgow

Susannah and the Elders (oil on canvas)
3822231 Susannah and the Elders (oil on canvas) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); 82.3x67 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; © Calderdale Borough Council

Unwelcome Attentions, 1839 (oil on canvas)
BOU202941 Unwelcome Attentions, 1839 (oil on canvas) by Buss, Robert William (1804-75); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey

The Three Graces (pen, ink and w / c on paper)
CH139962 The Three Graces (pen, ink and w/c on paper) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); 31.5x26.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Krishna with the Cow Girls clothes, Tehri-Garhwal, c. 1820-30 (w / c on paper)
BAL4507 Krishna with the Cow Girls clothes, Tehri-Garhwal, c.1820-30 (w/c on paper) by Pahari School (19th Century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK

Looking forward to Summer, decoration project made with holiday plans - illustration from la Vie Parisienne
3029658 Looking forward to Summer, decoration project made with holiday plans - illustration from la Vie Parisienne, 1927 (litho) by Vald Es (D Espagnat, Georges (1870-1950) & Valverane

Susannah and the Elders (oil on canvas)
3744373 Susannah and the Elders (oil on canvas) by Gentileschi, Artemisia (1597-c.1651) (attr.to); 162.5x121.9 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

Love of Luxury, 1926 (pochoir)
2561834 Love of Luxury, 1926 (pochoir) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Barbier (1882-1932) was one of the great French illustrators of the early 20th century;

Lumiere, 1893 (litho)
1721351 Lumiere, 1893 (litho) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lumiere, gravure par Odilon Redon, 1893 --- Ligth, engraving by Odilon Redon, 1893); French

Young woman spinning thread for an arrow, 1686-1741. Creator: Francois de Poilly
Young woman spinning thread for an arrow, 1686-1741. Cette aimable fileuse en ce galand atour / Est plus brillante que l aurore / Plus d un Berger lui fait la cour

Diana and her Nymphs Surprised by Fauns, 1638-40 (oil on canvas)
XIR3996 Diana and her Nymphs Surprised by Fauns, 1638-40 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 128x314 cm; Prado, Madrid

The Swing (oil on canvas)
XIR156532 The Swing (oil on canvas) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806) (after); Musee Lambinet, Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

L Apparition (charcoal on paper)
1768085 L Apparition (charcoal on paper) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 44.5x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: L Apparition. Odilon Redon (1840-1916). Charcoal on paper

Fascination (oil on panel)
476581 Fascination (oil on panel) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); 34.3x26.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Julie, Ou le Premier Baiser de l Amour
3788074 Julie, Ou le Premier Baiser de l Amour by Mallet, Jean Baptiste (1759-1835); (add.info.: Julie, Ou le Premier Baiser de l Amour (The First Kiss of Love)

Susannah accused by the Elders, 1562 (pen & ink on paper)
449259 Susannah accused by the Elders, 1562 (pen & ink on paper) by Heemskerck, Maerten van (1498-1574); 19.7x25.2 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Comic postcard, Scene at a fun fair - Shut your eyes, you boys!! Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, The Astronomers - Venus, Jupiter and Mars Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man watching women at the seaside Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Leapfrogging on the beach, middle-aged couple picnicking Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Young women on the beach - young man suffering from eye strain Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Young women on the beach - man walking Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Young women on the beach, man with camera Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man on the beach, almost blind! Date: 20th century

Ms 22531 Couple in bed, from Le Livre des Proprietes des choses
CHT307863 Ms 22531 Couple in bed, from Le Livre des Proprietes des choses by Barthelemy l Anglais, c.1410-15 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Voyeur: A Glimpse into the Intriguing World of Observation" Step into the world of voyeurism, where curiosity and fascination intertwine with human nature. From George Studdy's captivating illustration in "One Mans Meat" to Robin Maugham's peep-show experience in Brighton, we explore the art of observing. Intricate tapestries like "The Voyeur, " depicting David and Bathsheba from Strassburg, transport us back to a time when hidden desires were woven into every thread. The allure continues as we delve into history, discovering intriguing moments such as the Spys Taken at Greenwich in 1798 or Florence Hardy's portrayal of a kissing couple under watchful eyes. Art has always been an outlet for exploring forbidden gazes; Susannah and the Elders' oil on canvas captures both vulnerability and intrusion. Similarly, La Vie Parisienne's corset illustration from c. 1875 reminds us that even fashion can become a tool for observation. Moving through time, we encounter embracing lovers depicted in exquisite gouache on paper during the second half of the 19th century. An amorous couple immortalized on canvas late in that same era speaks volumes about society's evolving views on intimacy. As dawn breaks, "The Morning" pochoir print from 1925 invites us to witness stolen glances amidst soft hues. Conversely, an early 19th-century color engraving titled "Evening: The Toilet Before the Ball" unveils secret preparations before public appearances - a reminder that voyeurism exists not only behind closed doors but also within social settings. Through these diverse glimpses into voyeuristic tendencies throughout history and art forms, one thing becomes clear: our innate desire to observe is deeply ingrained within our collective consciousness. Whether it be out of curiosity or sheer fascination with human behavior, voyeurism remains an ever-present aspect of our lives - forever capturing our attention and stirring our imagination.