Tumblers Collection

Muffed Flying Tumblers, Pigeons
A portrait of four sub-variants of the Flying Tumbler pigeon breed. The Flying Tumblers shown is the Black Rose-Wing, the Red Rose-Wing, the Red-Badge and the Black Saddle

Glassware, historical artwork
Glassware. Artwork of various pieces of table glassware from Mrs Beetons book of household management: a guide to cookery in all its branches (1909)

The Quiet Street, a Sketch from a Study Window, 1856. Satirical print showing a noisy London street: a brassband
FLO4995451 The Quiet Street, a Sketch from a Study Window, 1856. Satirical print showing a noisy London street: a brassband, Masaniello's pipe organ, a hurdy gurdy, blackface musicians

Tipler pigeons - 02
Black Country pigeon fancier Dennis Fellows, who, in 1990, reformed the Midland Tipler Union, founded in 1912. Its members bred

Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet
Sketch depicting variety acts Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet & The English Brothers. Presumably they were supporting Arthur Askey and Richard Murdoch at the London Palladium. Date: 1939

An array of decorative glassware. Date: 1954

Wine, Cheese, and Fruit, 1857. Creator: John F. Francis
Wine, Cheese, and Fruit, 1857

Tumbler, c. 1730 (zwischengoldglas)
490944 Tumbler, c.1730 (zwischengoldglas) by Bohemian school (18th century); 8.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info)

Some Varieties of the Modern Pigeon (engraving)
1614830 Some Varieties of the Modern Pigeon (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Varieties of the Modern Pigeon)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1627147 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 June 1890)

Every One His Own Pantomime (engraving)
1107383 Every One His Own Pantomime (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Every One His Own Pantomime)

Trade Catalogue for surprice spirit tables 1930
Selection of quality 1930s spirit tables made from fumed oak in a jacobean style and polished burr walnut, fitted with the finest English cut glass set. 1930

Dancing (litho)
3646369 Dancing (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancing. Illustration for The Sports and Pastimes of the People of England by Joseph Strutt, 1801)

Round the World Yachting in the "Ceylon, "XX, Japan (engraving)
1060929 Round the World Yachting in the " Ceylon, " XX, Japan (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Round the World Yachting in the " Ceylon)

Tumblers, 1917 (w / c & pencil on paper)
1248964 Tumblers, 1917 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Demuth, Charles (1883-1935); 33x20.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

The Doge in the Shrove Tuesday Festival on the Piazzetta, Venice
PWI90021 The Doge in the Shrove Tuesday Festival on the Piazzetta, Venice, detail of the acrobats (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Francesco (1712-93); 67x100 cm; Louvre, Paris

Water in Stripes
Jacqueline Hammer

Stage performers - The Norman Bros. - Tumblers - USA. Date: circa 1928

Tipler pigeons - 01
Black Country pigeon fancier Dennis Fellows, who, in 1990, reformed the Midland Tipler Union, founded in 1912. Its members bred

Short-Faced Bald-Headed Pigeons
A group portrait showing four Short-Faced Bald-Headed pigeons perched inside their coop. The illustration presents the unique characteristics and aesthetics of the Blue, Red

Best English Cut Crystal Table Glass, Plate 93, showing jugs, jars, decanters, glasses and other items. Date: circa 1880s

Plain and Engraved English Crystal Table Glass, Plate 94, showing jugs, decanters, glasses and other items. Date: circa 1880s

Water Sets and Tumblers, Plate 125. Date: circa 1880s

Pigeons - Clean Legged Flying Tumblers
A portrait of three sub-variants of the Clean Legged Flying Tumbler pigeon breed. The variants shown are a Yellow-Mottled, Red-Mottled, a Black-Mottled, or a Rosewinced

Short Faced Tumbler Pigeons
A portrait of four sub-varients of the Short Faced Tumbler pigeons seen in their coop with a nest. The four subvarients pictured are the Black, Red, and Yellow Mottled Short Faced Tumbler

Advert for Asprey glassware 1934
A selection of glasses for a wedding gift: crystal decanter brandy with engraved hunting scene, champagne, claret, port and sherry, cocktail, liqueur and tumblers. Date: 1934

Source Size = 3769 x 2501
Sketches from India: Tumblers and Jugglers

Somersaults, illustration from a facsimilie of Excercises in Leaping and Vaulting, by A
KW260621 Somersaults, illustration from a facsimilie of Excercises in Leaping and Vaulting, by A. Tuccaro, published 1599

Six Men Doing Beach Flips
San Francisco, California: January 1, 1932. Six tumbling members of the Olympic Club try and work up the courage to jump in the 54 degree Pacific Ocean on the annual New Years Day event

TIEPOLO, Giovanni Domenico (1727-1804). Pulcinella and the Tumblers. 1797. Fresco gone on to canvas proceeding from Villa Tiepolo in Zianigo. Rococo. Painting. ITALY. Venice. Ca Rezzonico

Summer drinks on a chair outside

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"Muffed Flying Tumblers and Pigeons: A Captivating Blend of Glassware and Artistry" Step back in time to the year 1954, where an array of decorative glassware takes center stage. Amongst these exquisite pieces, one can find the enchanting Muffed Flying Tumblers, a sight that evokes both awe and curiosity. These they can not your ordinary drinking vessels; they carry with them a rich history intertwined with pigeons. Intriguingly enough, this connection between tumblers and pigeons dates back centuries. It all began when Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet created a masterpiece titled "Tipler pigeons - 02. " This historical artwork depicted Short-Faced Bald-Headed Pigeons gracefully soaring through the sky while carrying delicate glass tumblers on their wings. The fascination with combining wine, cheese, fruit, and art continued to flourish throughout history. In 1857, John F. Francis crafted a stunning piece called "Wine, Cheese, and Fruit, " showcasing his mastery in capturing life's indulgences within glassware. Traveling further back in time to c. 1730 brings us face-to-face with the mesmerizing Tumbler known as zwischengoldglas – an embodiment of elegance from bygone eras. Its intricate design reflects the craftsmanship that has been cherished for generations. Not only were these captivating creations celebrated through art but also documented in engravings such as "Some Varieties of the Modern Pigeon" or featured in trade catalogues like "Page of Advertisements. " The allure surrounding these tumblers was so great that even theatrical performances paid homage to their charm as seen in "Every One His Own Pantomime. " Fast forward to 1930 when surprice spirit tables took center stage – each adorned with unique tumblers designed to surprise guests during social gatherings.