Polite Collection (page 4)

Friends of the Old School on a New Year card, designed by Robert Dudley -- four polite robins socialising. Date: circa 1880s

Actor and comedian Norman Wisdom kisses the hand of actress Anita Ekberg at the savoy Hotel May 1956

Ingrid Bergman and Yul Brynner in The Filming Anastasia at Elstree Studios July 1956 © Mirrorpix

First and Second Impressions by H. M. Bateman
The Majors speaking voice was simply charming. Maisie was rapidly succumbing to its spell. Until one day she heard him use it on parade! Cartoon by H. M

Verney Lovett Cameron, traveller in Africa
Verney Lovett Cameron (1844-1894), traveller in Central Africa, the first European to cross equatorial Africa from coast to coast

Hugo De Groot - 2
HUGO DE GROOT (known as GROTIUS) Dutch scholar, one of the greatest men in Europe as a writer on philosophy, divinity, civil law, and polite literature. Date: 1583 - 1645

Hans and Nix everything new but the title : fun, music, and song : the positive limit in polite comedy. Date ca. 1899

Silhouette of an 18th century dance
Silhouette of couples at an 18th century dance. 1717

Three young girls having a tea party in the open air. 1880

Childrens party, 1953
Four children enjoy a charming (if a little sparse) looking Christmas tea party. The girls are wearing smocked party dresses by Lindsay Maid

Overeating by Belcher
A polite little boy at a village feast, uncomfortable from repletion says Oh Please Miss, don t ask me to have any more - I can t say No

Allan Ramsay / Eglinton
ALLAN RAMSAY Scottish poet and editor, reading to the Countess of Eglinton and others

Hush - Papa Speaks
Scene from the 1870s showing a group of admiring young ladies listening attentively to a patriarchal figure. 1930

Cartoon, Edward, Prince of Wales, Randolph Churchill
Cartoon, Edward, Prince of Wales, and Randolph Churchill, who says: I don t mind shaking hands with you, but I must draw the line at some of your pals. 1884

Man bowing to woman on a cutout Christmas card
Man in a red jacket and white breeches bowing to a woman in evening dress on a cutout Christmas card, with comic verse (front). (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Man bowing on a cutout Christmas card
Man in a red jacket and white breeches bowing on a cutout Christmas card, with verse (front). (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Snap Playing Card - Courtier bowing. circa 1910s

Princess Dashkov
EKATERINA ROMANOVA VORONTSEV, princess DASHKOV - Russian noble and writer, Polite as all her life in Courts had been, yet Good as She the World has never seen. Date: 1744 - 1810

Path of a Drunkard
The path of a drunkard is a story of degradation from polite civility to filthy clothes and unruly behaviour. Date: 1866

Social / Tea Party 18C
Three women and two men at a genteel tea party. Date: 1779

Edward VII visiting Chatsworth House, Derbyshire
King Edward VII visiting the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. He takes the Duchess into the private theatre after dinner while everyone bows politely. Date: 1907

Cricket match in progress. circa 1810

Female bus conductor drawn by Fish, WW1
Uncle Fred, one of the characters in the gossip column, Letters of Eve, finds his commute to the office infinitely more enjoyable now there are ladies working as bus conductors during the war

Hats off to the First Lord of the Admiralty, Winston Churchi
Winston Churchill, First Lord of the Admiralty during the first two years of the First World War, pictured with his wife, Clementine on their way to the Houses of Parliament

Cartoon, Kaiser Wilhelm discarding uniforms, WW1
Cartoon showing Kaiser Wilhelm II discarding the uniforms and orders he has previously received from Britain, now that the First World War has started

(Sir) John Hill (Darly)
(SIR) JOHN HILL Physician and naturalist - A Polite Artist on St Lukes Day, under the patronage of Dr Bardana - what does all this refer to ? Date: 1716 - 1775

Hugo De Groot - 5
HUGO DE GROOT (known as GROTIUS) Dutch scholar, one of the greatest men in Europe as a writer on philosophy, divinity, civil law, and polite literature. Date: 1583 - 1645

Hugo De Groot - 3
HUGO DE GROOT (known as GROTIUS) Dutch scholar, one of the greatest men in Europe as a writer on philosophy, divinity, civil law, and polite literature. Date: 1583 - 1645

Hugo De Groot - 6
HUGO DE GROOT (known as GROTIUS) Dutch scholar, one of the greatest men in Europe as a writer on philosophy, divinity, civil law, and polite literature. Date: 1583 - 1645

Hugo De Groot - 4
HUGO DE GROOT (known as GROTIUS) Dutch scholar, one of the greatest men in Europe as a writer on philosophy, divinity, civil law, and polite literature. Date: 1583 - 1645

FACSIMILE OF A PROCLAMATION BY SIR WILLIAM HOWE; All intrepid able bodied heroes, who are willing to serve his Majesty King George the Third, in Defence of their Country, Laws and Constitution

Afternoon tea, c. 1910 (oil on canvas)
XPG379893 Afternoon tea, c.1910 (oil on canvas) by Lelong, Rene (fl.1890-1910); Private Collection; out of copyright

Kissing the Hand (oil on canvas)
XIR199214 Kissing the Hand (oil on canvas) by Longhi, Pietro (c.1701-85); Galleria dell Accademia Carrara, Bergamo, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Old Soldier, 1869 (oil on canvas)
XKH151671 The Old Soldier, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Storey, George Adolphus (1834-1919); 112x86.8 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; English, out of copyright

Girl (10-11) eating soup at table (B&W), portrait

Cricket Phrases - A Neat Cut for Two - Street Etiquette
Cricket Phrases - A Neat Cut for Two - Two smart Gents politely raise their top hats in the direction of a rather glamorous yet also rather haughty looking woman as they pass on the pavement

The London Institution, Finsbury Circus, founded in 1805 for the advancement of literature and the diffusion of useful and polite knowledge. Building opened 1819

Boy Pours Sister A Cup Of Tea
United States: c. 1890. A young boy pours his little sister a cup of tea from a play set

FACSIMILE OF A PROCLAMATION BY SIR WILLIAM HOWE; All intrepid able bodied heroes, who are willing to serve his Majesty King George the Third, in Defence of their Country, Laws and Constitution

Mistress Goose goes shopping
Three foxes politely raise their hats to Mistress Goose as she ventures out for a shopping expedition, wearing a pretty orange bonnet and carrying an umbrella under her wing. 1912

Mathews & Bulger in the polite comic play, At gay Coney Island by Levin C. Tees. Date c1896

A Short Stop at a Weigh Station. The Polite Conductor helping a woman board a railway train Date: 1875

Silhouette of a 19th century dance
Silhouette of couples at a 19th century dance (Jane Austen period), with a trio of musicians in the background. 1818

Illustration, The Tea Party, showing five young ladies at a tea table in a garden. 1885

The Curate who saw red by H. M. Bateman
Humorous illustration by the comic master of social satire, H. M. Bateman showing an irate curate kicking the local vicar and upsetting his cup of tea, much to the shock of polite onlookers

Illustration, First Arrivals, showing three children who are the first to arrive at a party, sitting demurely on a sofa. 1885

Young Oxford Student, College Master and Bulldogs
A young Oxford student greets the Master of his College with all due deference (making sure to hide his smoking pipe behind his back)

Listening to the Banned by Kippa
Humorous illustration by Kippa featuring a group seated ready for after dinner evening entertainment, only to be shocked by a young woman reading aloud from a scandalous novel

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"Polite: A Journey Through Time and Etiquette" Step into a world of refined manners and courteous gestures as we explore the concept of politeness throughout history. From playing table tennis in the Edwardian era to witnessing tennis chivalry in the 1930s, these images remind us of a time when courtesy was paramount. Intricate lithographs depicting "The Ten Scout Laws" from 1923 transport us back to an era where respect for others was ingrained in society. Meanwhile, a Victorian scrap captures Queen Elizabeth I engaging in polite conversation with Raleigh, showcasing the importance placed on social graces even among royalty. Delve into the life of a "Gentleman of the Road, " where honor and civility were upheld despite unconventional circumstances. Franz Schubert's elegant compositions serve as a reminder that even through music, one can convey politeness and sophistication. Join Alice at her whimsical Mad Hatter's Tea Party, where eccentricity meets etiquette. This iconic scene from Alice in Wonderland reminds us that even amidst chaos, good manners prevail. A Georgian cartoon portrays a lively conversation at a turnstile, highlighting how polite discourse has always been valued across different eras. And who could forget those haunting images of individuals wearing gas masks during times of war? Even under such dire circumstances, people maintained their composure and treated each other with respect. Amidst all this historical elegance lies an unexpected twist - chimpanzees enjoying their own tea party. These charming creatures prove that politeness transcends species boundaries. Finally, immerse yourself in an opulent tea party setting from c. 1720 captured on canvas. The intricate details showcase how hosting guests with grace and charm has long been cherished throughout history. From information cards at Hotel de Normandie to various artistic representations spanning centuries – these glimpses into our past remind us that being polite is not just about following rules; it is a timeless virtue that connects us all.