Gentleman Collection (page 71)

Falcon headwear ad
Advertisement for Falcon headwear for men showing a dapper gentleman wearing a smart trilby hat

Exotic Pipe 1845
Fashionable French gentleman leans against the stone urn of a chateau to have a chat with his friend and a smoke from his extemely long pipe

A Rival to the Gotterdammerung dinner: Dining in Berlin s
Two ladies and a gentleman sat around a dinner table at the Ice Palace in Berlin. The venue, complete with ice rink was built at a cost of 100, 000 and became a fashionable dining venue

Victorian Smokers
A lady and gentleman enjoy the cosy companionship of a shared cigarette. Quite shocking considering its about 1880

Gent in an Armchair
A young gentleman in a pin- striped suit relaxes in a comfortable armchair

Advertisement for Scripps-Booth cars, showing an illustration of the car with a lady and gentleman descending the stairs of a country house

Racial Types Sudan
A high-ranking Sudanese gentleman, attended by his attendants

Military England 16C
An English gentleman with his armour

Fishing in Devon
A gentleman fishing in his top hat in a stream in Devon. In the background three children watch from the bank while another man rests on a picturesque stone bridge

Costume / Man / Spain 17C
Habit of a Spanish gentleman of 1626

French Gentleman 17C
Habit of a French gentleman of 1626

Scottish Highland Dress
Habit of a gentleman of the Highlands of Scotland

Inverness Castle, seen from the bridge, Scotland. It was built in 1835 on the site of a much earlier fortress and sits on a low cliff overlooking the River Ness

Good View on Hill 1928
A scantily dressed young woman enjoys a splendid view on a hilltop; the gentleman behind her gets a fine view too

Lone Cyclist / Sussex / 1940
A gentleman and his bicycle in Sussex

Fisherman and a Bull
I think he ll catch it! - Don t you! A gentleman out fishing is unaware of a large bull about to rudely interupt his sport

Gents Card Game (1 of 2)
Four country gents play a game of cards (1 of 2)

Road crash with glamorous lady
Humorous sketch of a road crash in which a glamourous lady and gentlemen sit beside their ditched car, with the gentleman proclaiming to the cars tax disc, Expiring December 31st..Liar!

Portrait of Wilhelm II
WILHELM II Profile portrait of the ex-Kaiser of Germany, painted towards the end of his 22 year exile in the Netherlands

Sharing the Newspaper
- Will you oblige me with the paper after you, sir ? - Sir, I am excessively sorry, but its engaged by the gentleman in black

About to Sneeze
A smart gentleman clutches his handkerchief as he is about to sneeze

Postcard Example 7
Addressed to C M Lee Esq of Salisbury - the postman is expected to know in which street and house the gentleman lives !

Stage Coach / Flood Tide
A Flood Tide " Ship a hoy!!" A concerned gentleman is offered passage by jolly boat, but encouraged to stay in the stage which will make the final five mile in 20 minutes

Photographic Sitting1882
A gentleman sitting on a red chair having his photograph taken

Buying a Tie 1898
A young salesman entices a gullible gentleman into buying one of his new range of colourful neckties

Man of James I Reign
A gentleman of rank during the reign of James I

Drunk in Pub
- Throw this lot out. - He says he has fourpence - Then ask the gentleman what he ll have

Ladies Chain Dance
Ladies chain dance

Tearful Confession / Love
A weasel-faced gentleman accompanied by his black servant confesses his love toward a lovely young maiden, unable to control his emotions

Class Distinctions / Coal
DIGNITY ATTACKED " I say Guv ner, jest guv us a lift up with these here coals" A rather ridiculously-attired posh gentleman is shocked by a coalboys impish request

Costume / Men / Swiss / 14C
A middle-class Swiss gentleman in white winter coat and pointed-toed orange shoes

Costume / Men / Florence 14C
A well-to-do Florentine gentleman in two-tone blue and white tunic and hose, with a dagger and moneybag at his belt

Sade / Bedroom Philosopher
THE BEDROOM PHILOSOPHER The Philosopher makes a speech to a seated gentleman and two ladies (one of the ladies being in a state of undress)

Bank / Osborn St / Living L
A gentleman being served at the counter of a high street bank in Osborn Street, Whitechapel, London

Sewing Machine Girl
A gentleman walking down Londons Regent Street is struck by the sight of a pretty girl operating a sewing machine in a shop window

German Bathing Beauty
A young German lady in a one- piece bathing costume with a belt poses with a fully clothed gentleman friend outside a bathing machine

Clan Mac Intosh
Clan MAC INTOSH a young 18th century gentleman in wig and kilt

An Intermezzo with Fan
An attentive gentleman fans a young lady while they sit out a dance

Plus Fours, Argyll Socks
A gentleman wears a window- pane check suit of PLUS-FOURS, waistcoat & jacket with Argyll socks, as he stands, smoking his pipe, in the garden of Harrowcliffe, Teignmouth

Gentleman Smoking Pipe
A boy asks of a smartly- dressed man sitting in an armchair reading a newspaper and smoking a pipe, What is a gentleman? The reply is, One who smokes Dunhill

Off to Work
Off to work, an early morning study of a gentleman walking along a pavement on Hans Crescent, London Sw1

Snowballs 1923
The fate of this old gentleman (dog) is, quite literally, in the hands of these two naughty children! (rabbits)

Sir Clifton Robinson
Gentleman in frock coat, spottie waistcoat with roll collar, striped trousers, all round detachable collar & tie, top hat & gloves. He carries a cane & smokes a cigar

Golf Player / Sepia Photo
A gentleman in his plus-fours ready to play a game of golf

Englishman of 1645
A gentleman of royalist sympathies

Flappers Lean on Wall
A couple of flappers and a gentleman friend in evening dress

A Kiss on the Hand
A man holds a womans hand and kisses the back of it

Man & Woman at Court
A gentleman and his wife at the court of Louis XV, seen from the rear - something Louis, of course, never saw

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"Embodying Elegance: A Journey through Time with the Gentleman" Step into the world of refined sophistication as we delve into the essence of a true gentleman. From Jeeves and Wooster's witty banter in 1922 to the epic tale depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry during the Battle of Hastings (1066-1077), these glimpses offer us a glimpse into an era defined by chivalry. In Paris, France, Harry's New York Bar became a sanctuary for gentlemen seeking solace amidst Prohibition. Here, conversations flowed freely alongside perfectly mixed cocktails, embodying an air of timeless charm. A Game of Bowls in Britain back in 1903 showcased not only skill but also camaraderie among gentlemen. The green fields witnessed moments of friendly competition intertwined with mutual respect - values that still resonate today. Sir Donald Bradman stands tall as cricket's epitome of excellence, his name etched forever in sporting history. With grace and determination, he exemplified what it meant to be a gentleman both on and off the field. Jonathan Couch from Cornwall left his mark before 1870 as an esteemed naturalist and physician. His dedication to knowledge and compassion towards others set him apart as a true gentleman amongst scholars. Even leisure activities such as playing table tennis during Edwardian times demanded adherence to etiquette rules. Manners were paramount; every stroke was executed with precision while maintaining utmost decorum. Captain Albert Ball embodied bravery beyond measure during World War I (1896-1917). Decorated with VC and DSO honors for his gallantry in battle, he personified courage under fire - a testament to what it truly means to be a gentleman warrior. Robert Donat's portrayal in Alfred Hitchcock's "The 39 Steps" (1935) captivated audiences worldwide. His suave demeanor coupled with unwavering integrity made him an iconic representation of the gentleman spy.