Bad Manners Collection

Is it yours? (colour litho)
8656795 Is it yours? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Is it yours?" Child's dummy with a yellow bow)

A cartoon commenting on lousy hunting manners, 19th century
5311012 A cartoon commenting on lousy hunting manners, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1868); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A conversation between a surly cab driver and his customer, 1888
3478942 A conversation between a surly cab driver and his customer, 1888; (add.info.: Punch cartoon 1888 depicting a conversation between a surly cab driver and his customer)

The crane. This ugly bird has a resemblance to you (colour litho)
8656820 The crane. This ugly bird has a resemblance to you (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crane. This ugly bird has a resemblance to you)

Woman poking her tongue out (coloured photo)
8635556 Woman poking her tongue out (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman poking her tongue out)

Customer trying to leave a restaurant without paying (chromolitho)
8677774 Customer trying to leave a restaurant without paying (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Guests at a Feast being crowned (litho)
8661096 Guests at a Feast being crowned (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guests at a Feast being crowned)

Victorian satirical cartoon, The Friend in need. The Friend Indeed
Vintage engraving of a victorian satirical cartoon, The Friend in need. The Friend Indeed

The Fool Mocking The Old Parents, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308510 The Fool Mocking The Old Parents, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Foul-Mouthed Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308443 The Foul-Mouthed Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Tongue sandwich (colour litho)
7150884 Tongue sandwich (colour litho) by Maurice, Reg (fl.c.1900-30); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tongue sandwich. Comic postcard on a food related theme)

The despair of Madame Bertrand, 1815 (coloured engraving)
7186151 The despair of Madame Bertrand, 1815 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The despair of Madame Bertrand, 1815)

The First Asparagus of the Season (litho)
7201241 The First Asparagus of the Season (litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Asparagus of the Season)

What do you mean these people are going to get on as well
CHT177455 What do you mean these people are going to get on as well? caricature from Les Metamorphoses du Jour series, reprinted in 1854 (coloured engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard)

Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
3025381 Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Astor House Reading Room, 1840 (w / c on paper)
MNY90566 Astor House Reading Room, 1840 (w/c on paper) by Calyo, Nicolino (1799-1884); 31.4x24 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; Italian, out of copyright

Dog sticking its tongue out (coloured photo)
5996143 Dog sticking its tongue out (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dog sticking its tongue out)

Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions... 1819. Artist
Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions, or the R-ts most gracious answer to both sides of the question at once, 1819. The Prince Regent standing on a dais

The Clubbists, 1860. Artist: William Greatbach
The Clubbists, 1860. After Sir David Wilkie (1785?1841)

Blow, 1799. Artist: Francisco Goya
Blow, 1799. Plate 69 of Los caprichos. Los Caprichos were published in 1799 at a time of social repression and economic crisis in Spain

Temperance Enjoying a Frugal Meal, caricature of George III and Queen Charlotte
BAL64348 " Temperance Enjoying a Frugal Meal", caricature of George III and Queen Charlotte (b/w print) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Miseries Personal (coloured etching)
XYC250005 Miseries Personal (coloured etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Robert N. Whittemore; English, out of copyright

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"Unraveling the Threads of Bad Manners: A Historical Journey" Step into the world through satirical cartoons and artworks that have stood the test of time. From Victorian times to more recent depictions, these pieces offer a glimpse into society's struggle with etiquette and decorum. In "The Friend in Need. The Friend Indeed, " a Victorian satirical cartoon, Doug Trendle aka Buster Bloodvessel finds it rather hard work keeping up with the girls. This comical portrayal highlights how individuals often struggle to maintain proper behavior in social settings. Moving back in time, we encounter "The Fool Mocking The Old Parents" and "The Foul-Mouthed Fool, " both brush and Indian ink drawings from 1660-86. These illustrations depict characters lacking respect for their elders, showcasing the consequences even centuries ago. But they can not limited to humans alone; animals can also be culprits. In a colorful lithograph titled "Tongue Sandwich, " we witness a dog sticking its tongue out playfully, reminding us that even our furry friends can exhibit impolite behavior at times. "The despair of Madame Bertrand" is an engraving from 1815 that captures one woman's exasperation amidst a chaotic gathering. It serves as a reminder that poor etiquette can lead to discomfort and frustration for those involved. On a lighter note, "The First Asparagus of the Season" presents an amusing lithograph where people eagerly indulge in this delicacy without considering table manners or restraint. It humorously illustrates how excitement can sometimes overshadow proper conduct during special occasions. Social gatherings have always been fertile ground for breaches in decorum. Inquiringly titled artwork like "What do you mean these people are going to get on as well?" showcases situations where incompatible personalities clash due to their differing approaches towards politeness. Even historical events were not immune to displays of ill manners. "Loyal Address & Radical Petitions. .