Buckles Collection

The Ringers of Launcells Tower, Frederick Smallfield (1829-1915)
Oil on canvas, English School, 1887. This painting was inspired by the poem The Ringers of Launcells Tower by Rev. R.S. Hawker of Morwenstow in his book Cornish Ballads and Other Poems

One of Four Portraits of Horses - a Chestnut Horse (? Old Partner) held by a Groom: standing facing right, wearing blue saddle-cloth edged with gold; the groom in blue

Ship pilot of Le Havre in striped shirt, shorts over trousers, circa 1815
FLO4671698 Ship pilot of Le Havre in striped shirt, shorts over trousers, circa 1815. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Benjamin Rotch's " Manners

Medallions with nymph, Calliope as Hope, Cupid on a swan, and Cupid shaping his bow
FLO4689288 Medallions with nymph, Calliope as Hope, Cupid on a swan, and Cupid shaping his bow. Mounted pieces including gold box with cameo of Catherine II, buckle with Bonnie Prince Charlie

Pair of woman's silk damask shoes with buckles, between 1740 and 1750. Creator: Unknown
Pair of woman's silk damask shoes with buckles, between 1740 and 1750

Dummy Board of a Boy in Costume of the William and Mary Period
Wooden painted screen dating from around 1689-1702. Dummy boards were usually placed in empty spaces, such as a staircase or empty fireplace, in large houses

Womans Buckle, c. 1936. Creator: Charles Criswell
Womans Buckle, c. 1936

Gentlemans Stock Buckles, c. 1936. Creator: Charles Criswell
Gentlemans Stock Buckles, c. 1936

Buckle, c. 1936. Creator: Charles Criswell
Buckle, c. 1936

Womans Buckles, c. 1936. Creator: Charles Criswell
Womans Buckles, c. 1936

Neck Buckle, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Charles Criswell
Neck Buckle, 1935/1942

Mans Shoe Buckle, c. 1936. Creator: Charles Criswell
Mans Shoe Buckle, c. 1936

No One Spoke, 1770 (w / c)
4071445 No One Spoke, 1770 (w/c) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750) (after); 27.8x35.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info)

Bridle, c. 1938. Creator: Cecil Smith
Bridle, c. 1938

Shoe Buckles, 1775 / 1815. Creator: Richard Humphreys
Shoe Buckles, 1775/1815

Shoes, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Jean Peszel
Shoes, 1935/1942

Hand Holds, 1940. Creator: Alexander Anderson
Hand Holds, 1940

Richard Heber, 1782 (oil on canvas)
3850926 Richard Heber, 1782 (oil on canvas) by Copley, John Singleton (1738-1815); 165.7x130 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: Richard Heber (1773-1833)

Erat Sermo inter Fratres (The brothers conversed), 1740 (pastel
5864161 Erat Sermo inter Fratres (The brothers conversed), 1740 (pastel, gouache on paper on canvas) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 58.2x74.4 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Nemo Loquebatur ( No one was speaking ), 1740 (pastel
5864160 Nemo Loquebatur ( No one was speaking ), 1740 (pastel, gouache on paper on canvas) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 58.1x74.7 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Pass for the Prince Regents Box, Kings Theatre (brass)
2959903 Pass for the Prince Regents Box, Kings Theatre (brass) by English School, (19th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Francis Basset, 1st Baron of Dunstanville, 1778 (oil on canvas)
SCP38083 Francis Basset, 1st Baron of Dunstanville, 1778 (oil on canvas) by Batoni, Pompeo Girolamo (1708-87); 221x157 cm; Prado, Madrid

Loquebantur Omnes (Everyone was talking), 1740 (pastel, gouache on paper on canvas)
5864162 Loquebantur Omnes (Everyone was talking), 1740 (pastel, gouache on paper on canvas) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 58.2x74.5 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Inspectors of the Collegium Medicum in Amsterdam, 1724 (oil on canvas)
4071458 Inspectors of the Collegium Medicum in Amsterdam, 1724 (oil on canvas) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 40x49 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Hendrik van Bronkhorst)

Medallions and mounted pieces
Medallions with nymph, Calliope as Hope, Cupid on a swan, and Cupid shaping his bow. Mounted pieces including gold box with cameo of Catherine II, buckle with Bonnie Prince Charlie

Man in fashionable suit, 1788
Man in suit of moss-green satin, white hose, tricorn hat, shoes with silver buckles and an epee. Handcoloured lithograph from Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times

Gentleman in grey walking suit, engraved by Voysard, plate no
STC428302 Gentleman in grey walking suit, engraved by Voysard, plate no.162 from Galeries des Modes et Costumes Francais, c.1778-87 (coloured engraving) by Le Clerc

Gentleman in light clothes, engraved by Duhamel, plate no
STC427887 Gentleman in light clothes, engraved by Duhamel, plate no.231 from Galeries des Modes et Costumes Francais (coloured engraving) by Watteau

Charles Buckles Falls (1874-1960). American artist, illustrator and writer Date: circa 1928

Habit of a French Man of Quality in 1700 (engraving)
3640549 Habit of a French Man of Quality in 1700 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Habit of a French Man of Quality in 1700)

Habit of the Duke of Burgundy in 1700 (engraving)
3640544 Habit of the Duke of Burgundy in 1700 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Habit of the Duke of Burgundy in 1700)

That Eminent Trifle, A Beau by John Austen

Christmas card in the shape of a suitcase, open to reveal a cat and four kittens inside. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Woman in semi-Peasant style hat with solid veil, 1800 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986518 Woman in semi-Peasant style hat with solid veil, 1800 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Woman in semi-Peasant style hat with solid veil, 1800)

Christmas card with red belt (chromolitho)
731677 Christmas card with red belt (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas card with red belt)

John Musters, 1777-c. 1780 (oil on canvas)
5952276 John Musters, 1777-c.1780 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 238.5x147.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Passes for the Prince Regents Box, Kings Theatre (brass)
2959904 Passes for the Prince Regents Box, Kings Theatre (brass) by English School, (19th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Young gentleman poet, engraved by Dupin, plate no. 34 from
STC427861 Young gentleman poet, engraved by Dupin, plate no.34 from Galeries des Modes et Costumes Francais, c.1778-87 (coloured engraving) by Le Clerc

Hauberk, c. 1400-1450 (steel and brass rings, riveted with modern buckles and straps)
491095 Hauberk, c.1400-1450 (steel and brass rings, riveted with modern buckles and straps) by German School, (15th century); l:76.20 Wt: 10.47 kg Sleeves - l:43.20 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Regents of the Aalmoezeniersweeshuis Orphanage in Amsterdam, 1729 (oil on canvas)
5916338 Regents of the Aalmoezeniersweeshuis Orphanage in Amsterdam, 1729 (oil on canvas) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 414x417 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Waterloo Cup, Notes at Altcar (engraving)
1047108 The Waterloo Cup, Notes at Altcar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup, Notes at Altcar)

The Mathematicians or the Young Lady Who Fled: The Dispute between Doctors Rsbollius
5863929 The Mathematicians or the Young Lady Who Fled: The Dispute between Doctors Rsbollius and Urinaal, 1741 (pastel, gouache on paper on canvas) by Troost

Advertisement, Parisian Diamond Company (engraving)
1606057 Advertisement, Parisian Diamond Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Parisian Diamond Company)

Relics of Saxon Times (engraving)
973039 Relics of Saxon Times (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Relics of Saxon Times)

Buckle, possibly British, 1790-1830. Creator: Unknown
Buckle, possibly British, 1790-1830

Shoes, British, 1710-29. Creator: Unknown
Shoes, British, 1710-29

Slippers, American, 1870-75. Creator: Unknown
Slippers, American, 1870-75

Slippers, American, 1865-85. Creator: Edwin C. Burt & Co
Slippers, American, 1865-85

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"Buckles: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the world of buckles, where history meets fashion in a captivating display. From the intricate engravings on "The Ringers of Launcells Tower" by Frederick Smallfield to the majestic portrayal of "One of Four Portraits of Horses, " these timeless pieces tell stories that transcend generations. As you wander through this exhibition, your eyes are drawn to the Knight Templar Effigy, a symbol of chivalry and honor. Its ornate buckle serves as a reminder of their noble lineage. Nearby stands the Dummy Board depicting a boy in William and Mary period costume, his attire complete with an exquisite buckle that adds authenticity to his ensemble. Travel further back in time as you explore the Italian Costume from 1380. The intricately designed buckle adorning this garment showcases craftsmanship at its finest, transporting you to an era filled with opulence and grandeur. Moving closer to modern times, Charles Criswell's creations take center stage. The Woman's Buckle from 1936 exudes elegance with its sleek lines and delicate details. Paired with it are Gentleman's Stock Buckles that epitomize sophistication and refinement. A standout piece is Criswell's general-purpose Buckle from 1936 – versatile yet stylish, it represents functionality without compromising style. These they were not just accessories; they were statements reflecting one's taste and personality. Intriguingly displayed nearby are Woman's it also crafted by Charles Criswell - each unique in design but united by their ability to elevate any outfit effortlessly. Their beauty lies not only in their aesthetic appeal but also in how they hold memories close for those who wore them during significant moments throughout history. As you reach the Neck Buckle created between 1935-1942, its timeless charm captivates your attention once more. This accessory was not merely utilitarian.