Flattering Collection

Swimwear Men and Women
No bikinis yet ! The modern swimsuit is flattering fashion wear in its own right - including the Buccaneer, a new style in mens trunks

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, archive of Ismay letters
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. A fascinating archive of letters from Wilton Oldham to Mrs Bower Ismay relating to research for his book The Ismay Line

His portrait. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786532 His portrait. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Camara, Leal de (1877-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: His portrait)

The Rivals, c1780-1825. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Rivals, c1780-1825. These two young men, one a dashing young officer, the other a gallant but unattractive adventurer, are displaying their simulated affections to the complacent rich dowager

Suitors, c1780-1825. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Suitors, c1780-1825. In " Suitors" we find one of the subjects drawn from Rowlandsons imagination, a source which was inexhaustible

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796023 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Jeanniot, Pierre Georges (1848-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 22 February 1902.); © Look and Learn

Kissing Hands, published 1827 (colour litho)
STC204389 Kissing Hands, published 1827 (colour litho) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; (add.info.: ridiculing British politicians sucking up to Caroline of Brunswick (1768-1821)

The Proposal: Observe Her Eyes; The Flattering Tales Believed
824216 The Proposal: Observe Her Eyes; The Flattering Tales Believed, (oil on canvas) by Harlow, George Henry (1787-1819); 92.1x71.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Proposal)

Cartoon, Henry Irving being buttered up
Cartoon, Henry Irving, popular actor-manager, being buttered up by his professed friends. 1885

Thus, a fresh flower emerges from the bath of the Thau (engraving)
3648109 Thus, a fresh flower emerges from the bath of the Thau (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thus)

The way to woo (engraving)
3640720 The way to woo (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The way to woo)

Cartoon, Hope told a Flattering Tale. 19th century

"May God keep you, beautiful lady!"(coloured engraving)
979340 " May God keep you, beautiful lady!" (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " May God keep you, beautiful lady)

"Monmouth Street", a caricature of an old-clothes seller, engraved by J
CWA97272 " Monmouth Street", a caricature of an old-clothes seller, engraved by J. Cooke, 1789 (engraving) by Collings, Samuel (fl.1784-95) (after); City of Westminster Archive Centre

A Compliment (colour litho)
6001221 A Compliment (colour litho) by Granville-Smith, Walter (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Compliment. Illustration from Drawings by W Granville-Smith and Others (E R Herrick)

Sir Sidney Smith (1764-1840) published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799
NCO190166 Sir Sidney Smith (1764-1840) published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

A Love Talk (litho)
6014190 A Love Talk (litho) by Muzzioli, Giovanni (1854-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Love Talk. Illustration for Black & White magazine, 22 October 1892.); © Look and Learn

Sketches at the Northampton Election (engraving)
1623865 Sketches at the Northampton Election (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Northampton Election)

Alexander Condemning False Praise, 1760s. Creator: Mura, Francesco de
Alexander Condemning False Praise, 1760s

The Dance of the World, mid-16th century. Creator: Attributed to Pieter Balten
The Dance of the World, mid-16th century

HOGARTH RAKE PLATE 2
The Rakes Progress 2. Hogarths Rake surrounded by flattering artists and professors. Date: 1735

A Silly, June 26, 1800. June 26, 1800. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Silly, June 26, 1800

Fancy, July 20, 1801. July 20, 1801. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Fancy, July 20, 1801

Canute Reproving His Courtiers, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Canute Reproving His Courtiers, 18th-19th century. King Cnut supposedly demonstrated to flattering courtiers that being a mere human, the sea would not obey him, and God alone can command the tides

Canute reproving his Courtiers, c1840. Creator: Francis Holl
Canute reproving his Courtiers, c1840. King Cnut supposedly demonstrated to flattering courtiers that being a mere human, the sea would not obey him, and God alone can command the tides

The Rhinemaidens teasing Alberich, 1910. Artist: Arthur Rackham
The Rhinemaidens teasing Alberich, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. Alberich arrives at the river and tries to flatter the Rhinemaidens to get closer to the Rhinegold

Flirtation. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Flirtation. Stereoscopic card detail

Scene from Mozarts opera The Marriage of Figaro, 1786 (1905). The Marriage of Figaro (Le Nozze di Figaro), comic opera (opera buffa) with libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte (1749-1838) after Beaumarchais

Gallant Remarks, 1893. Artist: Roybet Ferdinand
Gallant Remarks, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 27th May 1893

It is good that he coaxes and flatters her in front of her husband. from the Little Miseries of Human Life, 1843

Queen Elizabeth I, c. 1585-90 (panel)
BAL72728 Queen Elizabeth I, c.1585-90 (panel) by Bettes, John the Younger (c.1530-1615/6) (attr.to); 96.5x82.6 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Portrait of Sir Jeffrey Amherst (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF283137 Portrait of Sir Jeffrey Amherst (engraving) (b/w photo) by Ryall, Henry Thomas (1811-67) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeffrey)

Canute (Sveinsson Knut) d1035. King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018, Norway from 1030, demonstrating to flattering courtiers that God alone can command the tides

Canute (Sveinsson Knut, 994 or 995-1035), King of England from 1016, and Denmark from 1018, and Norway from 1030. Canute demonstrating to his flattering courtiers that God alone can command

The Palace of Sleep has two doors, one of ivory - notice the elephant - whence come false and flattering dreams, the other of horn (cow) whence issue true and noble dreams

Street Portrait Artist
An artist with a beard draws a rather flattering portrait sketch of a young woman sitter, Spanish Steps, Rome, Italy

Flattering Bonnet 1828
Judging from Appearance, a canny shop assistant infers that a bonnet being tried on by the wife takes years off her age by mistaking her for her husbands daughter

Spanish Knight, words and music
I am a knight all out of Spain; I come to court your daughter Jane. My daughter Jane is far too young, She can t abide your flattering tongue.... etc

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"Flattering: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of flattery as we explore its captivating influence on fashion, art, and society. From Swimwear Men to Women, discover how flattering designs have evolved over the years. Uncover the secrets of White Star Line's RMS Titanic through the archive of Ismay letters. Delve into a bygone era where even in tragedy, elegance prevailed. Marvel at his portrait - an Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) that captures the essence of charm and allure. Witness how beauty transcends time and medium. Travel back to c1780-1825 with The Rivals by Thomas Rowlandson - a whimsical depiction of courtship filled with playful flattery. Suitors also come alive in Rowlandson's work, showcasing their attempts to win hearts with sweet words and gestures. Immerse yourself in another vibrant Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho), where flattery takes center stage once again. Experience the power of compliments as they weave their way into everyday life. Observe Kissing Hands published in 1827 (colour litho) - a visual tale that speaks volumes about love's language. Discover how subtle gestures can convey heartfelt emotions without uttering a single word. In this journey through history, encounter The Proposal: Observe Her Eyes; The Flattering Tales Believed - an enchanting portrayal of courtship rituals where stories are spun to captivate hearts. Laugh along with Henry Irving being buttered up in a clever cartoon that reminds us even esteemed individuals fall prey to flattery's charms. It serves as a humorous reminder that no one is immune to its seductive powers. Witness nature's own form of flattery as "Thus, a fresh flower emerges from the bath of Thau" comes alive through an exquisite engraving. Nature itself knows how to enhance its beauty while staying true to its essence. Finally, explore "The way to woo".