Paraphernalia Collection

The Cocktail Girl! By Alfred Leete
A surreal illustration of a lady made from cocktail paraphernalia, showing her leisurely smoking a cigarette. The illustration is evocative of the 1920s when cocktails

New Banting Bed for Reducing the Figure
The New Banting Bed for Reducing the Figure. Cartoon by William Heath Robinson

WA, Arlington, Arlington Fly-in, World War II military show

Druids and priest in sacred robes with religious paraphernalia, gold vessels, serpent, and painted curtain
FLO4622947 Druids and priest in sacred robes with religious paraphernalia, gold vessels, serpent, and painted curtain. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes

Interior with mother and children, 1799-1856. Creator: Abraham Lion Zeelander
Interior with mother and children, 1799-1856. Woman with sewing basket surrounded by domestic paraphernalia and half-completed tasks

Self portrait, c. 1870 (oil on canvas)
NUL386962 Self portrait, c.1870 (oil on canvas) by Hovenden, Thomas (1840-95); 61x48 cm; Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Icelandic gerfalcon, 1759 (oil on canvas)
3086967 Icelandic gerfalcon, 1759 (oil on canvas) by German School, (18th century); 74.5x57 cm; Livrustkammaren (The Royal Armoury), Stockholm, Sweden; German, out of copyright

A pair of vintage boxing gloves laying on a flag carefully painted with light

The squirrel sprang here, there and everywhere, illustration from More About the Squirrels by Eleanor Tyrell, c
616494 The squirrel sprang here, there and everywhere, illustration from More About the Squirrels by Eleanor Tyrell, c.1915 (colour litho) by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection

The Old Folio (oil on canvas)
488310 The Old Folio (oil on canvas) by Portielje, Edward (1861-1949); 51.1x65.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The art school studio, Modum, 1893 (oil on canvas)
OVR390592 The art school studio, Modum, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Lochen, Kalle (Karl) (1865-93); 60x90.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

Copperplate Engraver Carl Edward Sonne, c. 1826 (oil on canvas)
5675865 Copperplate Engraver Carl Edward Sonne, c.1826 (oil on canvas) by Blunck, Ditlev Conrad (1798-1854); 69.5x56 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving)
1046889 Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne)

John Constables Paint Box (mixed media)
3066545 John Constables Paint Box (mixed media) by English School, (18th century); Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: Tin box with hinged lid)

The Artists Studio, 1659 (pen and two shades of brown ink, grey-brown wash
1216763 The Artists Studio, 1659 (pen and two shades of brown ink, grey-brown wash, a few corrections in white) by Rembrandt Harmensz

After the Hunt, 1883 (oil on canvas)
HEH372383 After the Hunt, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Harnett, William Michael (1848-92); 133.4x86 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA

John T. Hoffman and William Boss Tweed, 1871 (engraving)
PNP284614 John T. Hoffman and William Boss Tweed, 1871 (engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

A first view of Practical Chemistry begun in the Universal Magazine in December 1747
XJF354298 A first view of Practical Chemistry begun in the Universal Magazine in December 1747 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Throne of a Chinese Emperor, Yo-yo sceptre and cap, illustration from
STC232902 Throne of a Chinese Emperor, Yo-yo sceptre and cap, illustration from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Giulio Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (colour litho) by Rancati

The Alchemist, 1663 (oil on panel)
BAL17228 The Alchemist, 1663 (oil on panel) by Bega, Cornelis (1620-64); 36.2x32.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; Dutch, out of copyright

Model of a walrus and a whistle (bone)
2578573 Model of a walrus and a whistle (bone) by Amundsen, Roald Engelbergt Gravning (1872-1928); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Norwegian, out of copyright

Utilization of confiscated bootleg paraphernalia, 1918-28 (b / w photo)
5954285 Utilization of confiscated bootleg paraphernalia, 1918-28 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Antiquarian, 1863 (w / c, gouache & gum Arabic on paper)
863155 The Antiquarian, 1863 (w/c, gouache & gum Arabic on paper) by Cattermole, Charles (1832-1900); 14x19.1 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Figure of a warrior in full regalia, from the Isle of Jaina (earthenware)
XBP232315 Figure of a warrior in full regalia, from the Isle of Jaina (earthenware) by Mayan (7th century); Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; out of copyright

Yaxchilan lintel 25, Late Classic period, 600-900 AD (limestone)
XCF306022 Yaxchilan lintel 25, Late Classic period, 600-900 AD (limestone) by Mayan; 87.5x82.2 cm; British Museum, London

Commemorative items relating to Admiral Lord Nelson, 1798-c. 1830 (mixed media)
TML267763 Commemorative items relating to Admiral Lord Nelson, 1798-c.1830 (mixed media) by English School; Timothy Millett Collection; (add.info)

Memories and Regrets, c. 1874 (oil on canvas)
CLK339863 Memories and Regrets, c.1874 (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); 61.4x46.4 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; Belgian

E. W. Eton working on a painting, 1907 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381408 E. W. Eton working on a painting, 1907 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 19.2x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American

Various sects of Hindu priests or Brahmin with their religious paraphernalia at a river bank. Identified as priests of Sceroteri, Canoge, Drauers, Brijbashi and Uriah

Druids and priest in sacred robes with paraphernalia
Druids and priest in sacred robes with religious paraphernalia, gold vessels, serpent, and painted curtain. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Querandi people of the Pampas, Argentina
Querandi people of the Pampas wearing poncho in a store on Calles de los Torres, central Buenos Aires, selling stirrups, bridles, bola, lasso and other horse paraphernalia

Various Paraphernalia used in Judaism
Engraving of the Brazen Altar of the Burnt Sacrifice, the Altar of Incense, Table of Shewbread and the Ark of Covenant

A portrait photographers studio, 1896-98 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380818 A portrait photographers studio, 1896-98 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 20.3x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York

The Hermits Court in the Colosseum, 1758 (red chalk on paper)
CLK339955 The Hermits Court in the Colosseum, 1758 (red chalk on paper) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 35.3x26.5 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

The Alchemist, 1652 (oil on canvas)
BAL49343 The Alchemist, 1652 (oil on canvas) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 34.9x47.6 cm; Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: oil on canvas transferred from panel); Flemish

Man cutting up a bootleggers keg during prohibition era, 1918-28 (b / w photo)
5954286 Man cutting up a bootleggers keg during prohibition era, 1918-28 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Shrine Head, Yoruba Culture, Nigeria (terracotta)
2597516 Shrine Head, Yoruba Culture, Nigeria (terracotta) by Nigerian; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The John R. Van Derlip Fund; Nigerian, out of copyright

Tobogganing Suit, with Park Tobogganing Club badge (wool)
3086182 Tobogganing Suit, with Park Tobogganing Club badge (wool) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info)

An Alchemist, later 1670s (oil on canvas)
3934312 An Alchemist, later 1670s (oil on canvas) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 62.2x72.2 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Buffalo Bill Cody (1846-1917) (photo)
PNP247829 Buffalo Bill Cody (1846-1917) (photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Buffalo Bills Wild West Show; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

The Trials of an Artist in Tangier (litho)
1038972 The Trials of an Artist in Tangier (litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trials of an Artist in Tangier)

Still Life with Dead Game (Pigeon and Other Birds) (oil on canvas)
3743950 Still Life with Dead Game (Pigeon and Other Birds) (oil on canvas) by Withoos, Pieter (1654-93); 78.1x54.6 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

Departure for the country, mid nineteenth century (colour litho)
XIR375719 Departure for the country, mid nineteenth century (colour litho) by Pruche, Denis Clement (Hemlock) (1811-70); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux

Thomas Edison in his laboratory, 1906 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381400 Thomas Edison in his laboratory, 1906 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x19.2 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931)

Thomas Edison and an interviewer in his laboratory, 1906 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381399 Thomas Edison and an interviewer in his laboratory, 1906 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x19.2 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Thomas Edison in his laboratory, 1920 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381393 Thomas Edison in his laboratory, 1920 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 19.2x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931)

Buffalo Bills Wild West, Col. W. F. Cody, published 1890 (colour ithograph)
1275215 Buffalo Bills Wild West, Col. W.F. Cody, published 1890 (colour ithograph) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Paraphernalia: A Glimpse into the Eclectic Tapestry of Life" Step into the world of "paraphernalia, " where a myriad of captivating objects and scenes intertwine to tell stories from various eras and places. In Alfred Leete's masterpiece, "The Cocktail Girl, " we witness the allure and elegance of bygone social gatherings. Moving on, we encounter the innovative "New Banting Bed for Reducing the Figure, " a testament to our ceaseless pursuit of beauty and perfection. Meanwhile, in WA Arlington, an Opium Den in San Francisco beckons us to explore the mysterious underbelly of society. Delving further back in time, a self-portrait from 1870 captures an artist's introspection while Icelandic gerfalcons grace another canvas with their majestic presence in 1759. These artworks remind us that creativity transcends boundaries and spans centuries. Shifting gears, vintage boxing gloves rest delicately upon a flag meticulously painted with light—a tribute to strength and patriotism. Similarly, carefully arranged vintage baseball paraphernalia transports us to nostalgic ballgames filled with cheers and camaraderie. In Eleanor Tyrell's illustration from "More About the Squirrels, " we witness nature's whimsy as a squirrel leaps through space with boundless energy. This playful scene reminds us to embrace life's adventures wherever they may lead. "The Old Folio" invites us into its pages—an oil painting that whispers tales untold but cherished within its ancient binding. And inside Modum's art school studio in 1893, aspiring artists hone their craft amidst brushes, canvases, and dreams waiting to be realized. Finally, Carl Edward Sonne immortalizes himself as he etches copperplates—his passion forever captured on canvas. Through these diverse glimpses into history and imagination alike, paraphernalia unveils itself as more than mere objects; it becomes fragments of humanity's collective story.