Tranny Collection

Publicity still for the Hollywood film Some Like It Hot (1959): Director and Producer, Billy Wilder. Marily Monroe with her co-stars Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon in drag

Fencing Match Between Mademoiselle La Chevaliere D Eon De Beaumont and Monsieur De Saint George, 1787. After Charles Jean Robineau. From Connoisseur Extra No. 5 - Old Sporting Prints by Ralph Nevill

Drag artist Ron Storme finds that a man has to do what a man has to do - no matter what he is wearing. 6th August 1970

Sangers Circus cyclist, Haverfordwest, South Wales
A lady cyclist (probably a man in drag), one of the performers with Sangers Circus during a visit to Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

A group of three transvestites
Three transvestite ladies in suits and smart hats stand arm-in-arm

Mr Malcolm Scott as Salome
Mr Malcolm Scott, Robert Falcon Scotts Brother (!!). Scott was one of the most famous female impersonators. He started his career as a straight actor at the Theatre Royal in Margate in 1886 but soon

Tony Head actor dressed as transvestite May 1991

Contestants line up for the contest to find the best female impersonator, extreme left is winner of the contest, John Burns (21) a barman from Blackburn. May 1972 P009122

Chevalier d Eon de Beaumont (from Kirbys Wonderful Museum), 1813. Creator: Unknown
Chevalier d Eon de Beaumont (from Kirbys Wonderful Museum), 1813

Portia, 1891. Artist: Fanny Bowers
Portia, 1891. The heroine from The Merchant of Venice. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Roman mosaic of Scene from play with masked actors, Villa of Cicero, Pompeii, c2nd century BC. Three actors dressed as women wearing masks are seated round a circular table. By Dioscurides of Samos

Jayne Hammond who was terrorised by Kevin Lawn former transvestite and lover of actress Julie Goodyear who was jailed for three months yesterday

Tivoli (Rue de la Customs - Place du Chateau d eau) - Waux hall
LSE4079581 Tivoli (Rue de la Customs - Place du ChAteau d eau) - Waux hall, Masked night ball and transvestite, Every Saturday, January 1st, Sunday Gras, Mardi Gras and Thursday of Mid-Lent

Punch, 1883_8_25 - Illustration by John Tenniel (1820-1914): Egypt, English language
ICA4936237 Punch, 1883_8_25 - Illustration by John Tenniel (1820-1914): Egypt, English language, Foreign press - Gladstone William (1809-1898) - Feminization by Tenniel

Dancing Transvestite, from White Bottoms, pub. 1927 (colour block print)
2632132 Dancing Transvestite, from White Bottoms, pub. 1927 (colour block print) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Two transvestites in discussion while a further dances to a musician on the drums
2632104 Two transvestites in discussion while a further dances to a musician on the drums, from White Bottoms, pub. 1927 (colour block print) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934)

Ukiyo-e Print of an Actor in a Female Role by Kunisada, 1847 (colour woodblock print)
2630234 Ukiyo-e Print of an Actor in a Female Role by Kunisada, 1847 (colour woodblock print) by Kunisada, Utagawa (Toyokuni III) (1786-1865); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Chevalier D Eon, c. 1765 (mezzotint)
486357 Le Chevalier D Eon, c.1765 (mezzotint) by Vispre, Francois (1730-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles-GeneviAve-Louis-Auguste-Andre-Timothee d Eon de Beaumont (1728-1810)

A la Chevaliere d Eon (engraving)
486355 A la Chevaliere d Eon (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles-GeneviAve-Louis-Auguste-Andre-Timothee d Eon de Beaumont (1728-1810)

The Clown
XKL63288 The Clown by Willaert, Ferdinand (1861-1938); Private Collection; Photo eBerko Fine Paintings, Knokke-Heist, Belgium; Belgian, out of copyright

Achille decouvert par Ulysse parmi les filles de Lycomede a Skyros - Achilles Discovered
FIA5407668 Achille decouvert par Ulysse parmi les filles de Lycomede a Skyros - Achilles Discovered by Ulysses Among the Daughters of Lycomedes at Skyros, by Lairesse, Gerard, de (1640-1711)

Portrait of Anita Garibaldi (1821-1849), wife of Giuseppe Garibaldi, in mens clothes
LRI4628558 Portrait of Anita Garibaldi (1821-1849), wife of Giuseppe Garibaldi, in mens clothes, her hair cut in Rome to go unnoticed by Unknown Artist

Letter M: Maritorne. Engraving in "Alphabet masquerade". New Epinal imaging
DUV4208244 Letter M: Maritorne. Engraving in " Alphabet masquerade". New Epinal imaging. Printing-lithography Pinot et Sagaire, editors, Epinal, second half of the 19th century

The actress Henriette Rosine Bernard called Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923
XEE4168012 The actress Henriette Rosine Bernard called Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923) in the role of the Duke of Reichstadt (son of Emperor Napoleon I (1769-1821) - " the Aiglon"

Miss Woolgar as Duke Albert in The Phantom Dancers, engraved by D
CWA123989 Miss Woolgar as Duke Albert in The Phantom Dancers, engraved by D. Fabronius, 1847 (colour litho) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); City of Westminster Archive Centre

Madamoiselle La Chevaliere D Eon de Beaumont, print made by Thomas Chambars
486356 Madamoiselle La Chevaliere D Eon de Beaumont, print made by Thomas Chambars, 1787 (stipple) by Cosway, Richard (1742-1821) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chevalier d Eon dressed as a woman and with the attributes of freemasonry
694830 The Chevalier d Eon dressed as a woman and with the attributes of freemasonry (coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Portrait of an Unidentified Woman (oil on canvas)
NYH154242 Portrait of an Unidentified Woman (oil on canvas) by American School, (18th century); 125x98.7 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society

The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving)
STC265082 The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Head of Japanese male actor in female role, c. 1787-88 (woodblock print)
PNP365602 Head of Japanese male actor in female role, c.1787-88 (woodblock print) by Shuncho, Katsukawa (fl.1783-1821); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; Japanese, out of copyright

Louis XIV: the great king, neglected, asticating his sun - in "
LSE4106144 Louis XIV: the great king, neglected, asticating his sun - in " Histoire de France Tintamarresque" by Touchatout, 1872 by French School

Hamlet, 1899 (colour litho)
5642665 Hamlet, 1899 (colour litho) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939); 196.53 x 67.31 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; Czech, out of copyright

Portrait of Hannah Snell (1723-1792) female soldier, was an Englishman who took the role
GIA4784521 Portrait of Hannah Snell (1723-1792) female soldier, was an Englishman who took the role of a man to become a soldier

The Actor Bando Hikosaburo as the Daughter of Wada, a Nobleman (woodblock print) (recto
LMG144575 The Actor Bando Hikosaburo as the Daughter of Wada, a Nobleman (woodblock print) (recto) (see 144576 for verso) by Kunisada

Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, pub. 1777 (engraving)
2655358 Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, pub. 1777 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Two transvestites and man in black tie dancing to a saxophone
2632108 Two transvestites and man in black tie dancing to a saxophone, from White Bottoms, pub. 1927 (colour block print) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934)

The beautiful Nicolas surrounds by the girls of the village
XEE4168610 The beautiful Nicolas surrounds by the girls of the village. Juliette Simon-Girard (Simon Girard) (1859-1959) in the role of Nicolas for the opera " Le beau Nicolas" (Act II)

Enee and Didon surprised by the rain in the forest. Illustration of "
XEE4165298 Enee and Didon surprised by the rain in the forest. Illustration of " Virgil transvestite" by Paul Scarron (1610-1660), a parody of " L Eneide". Engraving by Staal

Figaros marriage, Act 11, with the characters of Suzanne and the countess Almaviva
LSE4112098 Figaros marriage, Act 11, with the characters of Suzanne and the countess Almaviva: " _ but see this snot how pretty as a girl

Mademoiselle Maupin (Julie d Aubigny) (1670-1707), French singer
XEE4151651 Mademoiselle Maupin (Julie d Aubigny) (1670-1707), French singer, during one of her duels - engraving in " La musique populaire" illustrated weekly newspaper - 1882 by Unknown

Transvestite in Red Dress with Pince-Nez, from White Bottoms, pub
2632127 Transvestite in Red Dress with Pince-Nez, from White Bottoms, pub. 1927 (colour block print) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French

The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving
STC396079 The Chevalier d Eon, dressed as a woman, in a fencing match (engraving) (later colouration) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, c. 1762-63 (engraving)
CWA123968 Mademoiselle de Beaumont or the Chevalier d Eon, c.1762-63 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); City of Westminster Archive Centre, London

The charivari fete for the wedding of Fauvel. Procession of musicians and transvestites
JLJ4593334 The charivari fete for the wedding of Fauvel. Procession of musicians and transvestites. Miniature from the manuscript " Le roman de fauvel" by Gervais du Bus (Gerves du Bus)

Illustration of Pear Emmanuel dit Caran d Ache (1858-1909) in Psst
ICA4894817 Illustration of Pear Emmanuel dit Caran d Ache (1858-1909) in Psst...!, 1898-5-28 - American Armee - America USA USA, Armee, Spain, Imperialism - Black, General Generaux by Caran D Ache

Suicide of a man who dressed as a woman before hanging himself in Paris. Engraving
XEE4176239 Suicide of a man who dressed as a woman before hanging himself in Paris. Engraving. One of the newspaper " Le petit parisien" on 02/01/1910. Private collection

Appearance of a street in Edo (Tokyo) on the first day of the year
LSE4328844 Appearance of a street in Edo (Tokyo) on the first day of the year, the transvestite inhabitants walk around and childrens games are omnipresent: kites (kites) of paper, stitches

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"Tranny: Celebrating the Art of Gender Transformation Throughout History" Step into a world where gender boundaries are blurred, and self-expression knows no limits. From the fencing match between Mademoiselle La Chevaliere D Eon De Beaumont and Monsieur De Saint George to the iconic Hollywood film "Some Like It Hot, " explore the captivating journey of individuals who challenge societal norms. Witness the fearless cyclists of Sangers Circus in Haverfordwest, South Wales, as they defy expectations with their mesmerizing performances. Marvel at Mr Malcolm Scott's stunning portrayal of Salome, showcasing the power of transformation through artistry. Intriguingly captured in a Roman mosaic from Pompeii, experience an ancient scene from a play featuring masked actors - a testament to how long this fascination with disguise has existed throughout history. Embrace diversity as we delve into portraits capturing groups of transvestites fearlessly expressing themselves. Discover Chevalier d Eon de Beaumont's enigmatic presence in Kirby's Wonderful Museum and Fanny Bowers' striking depiction of Portia in 1891. Venture beyond borders to witness Hijras, transvestites who have played significant roles within Indian society for centuries. Their vibrant traditions continue to inspire us today. Join drag artist Ron Storme on his quest for authenticity as he reminds us that sometimes one must do what one must do - regardless of societal expectations or judgments. Finally, immerse yourself in a contest like no other; watch contestants line up to showcase their incredible talent as they compete for the title of best female impersonator - proving that true artistry knows no bounds. "Tranny" invites you on an extraordinary journey through time and cultures, celebrating those who have dared to embrace their true selves while challenging conventional notions along the way.