Connoisseur Collection

Tea Tasting 1930S
Miss Margaret Irving, pictured in her London tasting office, was the only woman tea taster in Britain and an authority in London as a connoisseur of all blends of tea

Engraving depicting four connoisseur's looking at Daniel Chodowiecki's painting
5308865 Engraving depicting four connoisseur's looking at Daniel Chodowiecki's painting; (add.info.: Engraving depicting four connoisseur's looking at Daniel Chodowiecki's painting)

Mr Robert Constantin and Mrs Maria Eleonora Berggren, c1860s. Creator: Gottfrid Virgin
Mr Robert Constantin and Mrs Maria Eleonora Berggren, c1860s. Additional Info: The couple seems to be studying a newly-bought work of art, since there is no hanging device on its reverse side

Daniël Franken Dzn (1838-98), banker and art collector, 1888. Creator: Willy Martens
Daniel Franken Dzn (1838-98), banker and art collector, 1888. Founder of the Royal Antiquarian Society and the Rembrandt Association

Johan Philip van der Kellen, Director of the Rijksprentenkabinet, 1904. Creator: Jan Veth
Johan Philip van der Kellen, Director of the Rijksprentenkabinet, 1904. Van der Kellen (1831-1906) was director of the Rijksprentenkabinet, (the Rijksmuseum's prints and drawings department)

The Wine Connoisseurs, c.1640-c.1642. Creator: Jacob Duck
The Wine Connoisseurs, c.1640-c.1642

The little art lovers, 1840-1886. Creator: Hippolyte Michaud
The little art lovers, 1840-1886

At an Auction of Pictures Cornhill, 1792. Creator: John Nixon
At an Auction of Pictures Cornhill, 1792. A man with glasses and a tricorne hat, a catalogue in his hand, at an auction of paintings

Portrait of Lorenz Spengler, Ivory Turner and Curator of the Royal Danish Kunstkammer, 1756-1757. Swiss craftsman, teacher, court artist

Signboard of a Wineshop, with Tasting the Wine on one side and Barreling the Wine on the other, c.1650-c.1655

Fairy Connoisseurs Inspecting Mr. Frederick Locker's Collection of Drawings, 1867. Creator: George Cruikshank
Fairy Connoisseurs Inspecting Mr. Frederick Locker's Collection of Drawings, 1867

Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century. The Salon of 1857. Scene on the opening day - nothing but genuine connoisseurs, sixty thousand people in all

L'amateur d'estampes, c.1860. Creator: Honore Daumier
L'amateur d'estampes, c.1860. The print lover. Man in top hat looking at a portfolio of artworks. A rolled newspaper is in his left pocket

The New President of the Royal Academy - C. L. Eastlake, Esq. 1850. Creator: Unknown
The New President of the Royal Academy - C. L. Eastlake, Esq. 1850. Portrait of British art historian and painter Charles Lock Eastlake who has shown...his desire to reform the abuses

The Vandyke Room, Windsor Castle, 1838 (chromolitho)
STC169790 The Vandyke Room, Windsor Castle, 1838 (chromolitho) by Pyne, James Baker (1800-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Time smoking a picture, 1761. Artist: William Hogarth
Time smoking a picture, 1761.The allegorical figure of Time is a satire concerning Hogarths belief that art connoisseurs only valued paintings for their age

South America, Peru, Lima, San Ignacio. Arracacha a la Juliana with coconut flour, chili leaves, creamed coconut and lemon juice by chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino at the Malabar restaurant (PR)

South America, Brazil, Sao Paulo state, Sao Paulo city, the dining room in the L Entrecote d Olivier bistrot restaurant in Jardins

Advert, Puttie Field Boots, The London Shoe Co Ltd, wholesale boot factors Date: 1902

Advert, Allen & Wright, Briar and Meerschaum pipes
Advert, Allen & Wright, Briar and Meershaum Pipes Date: 1902

Sir Robert Shore Milnes, Lieutenant Governor of Lower Canada
Sir Robert Shore Milnes (1754-1837), 1st Baronet, Lieutenant Governor of Lower Canada 1799-1805, portrait by George Romney Date: circa 1800

Silhouette portrait of Charles Dickens aged about fourteen Date: circa 1820s

Mrs Humphreys, actress Date: circa 1813

Elizabeth Inchbald, English novelist, actress, dramatist
Elizabeth Inchbald (nee Simpson, 1753-1821), English novelist, actress and dramatist Date: circa 1796

Ann Maria Tree, actress, as Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth N
Ann Maria Tree (1801-1862), English actress and singer, as Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Date: circa 1820s

Elizabeth Yates (nee Brunton), actress, as Miss Hardcastle
Elizabeth Yates (nee Brunton, 1799-1860), English actress, as Miss Hardcastle in Goldsmith's play, She Stoops to Conquer Date: circa 1818

Mademoiselle de Beaujolais, by Jean-Marc Nattier
Philippine Elisabeth d'Orleans, Mademoiselle de Beaujolais (1714-1734) by Jean-Marc Nattier Date: circa 1730s

Captain William Bentinck, RN, by George Romney
Captain William Bentinck, RN (1764-1813), portrait by George Romney Date: 1787-1788

An Irish Girl by Adam Buck Date: circa 1800s

A Bristol Figure
An image of a porcelain Bristol figure, depicting a green fish like aquatic creature, in the possession of Dr. A. W. Oxford, used on the connoisseur page of Colour Magazine. Date: circa 1917

Queen Mary's Personal Secretaire Bookcase, HMS Medina
Queen Mary's Personal Secretaire Bookcase - The Royal Yacht, HMS Medina, 1911-1912 Coronation Expedition to India for the Durbar. Designed and made for Her Majesty by Waring and Gillow

Picture auction, Hotel Bullion, Paris
Picture auction at the Hotel Bullion, Paris. Date: 1785

Book auction, Hotel Droudot, Paris
Book auction at the Hotel Droudot, Paris. Date: 1867

Hogarth Tailpiece Art 1764 English Artistic Saplings
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A Lover of Art, 1868 (oil on canvas)
GLS224017 A Lover of Art, 1868 (oil on canvas) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 78.7x55.9 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

The Antiquaries (oil on panel)
MAN368392 The Antiquaries (oil on panel) by Munsch, Josef (1832-96); 41x30.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK

Interior view of Somerset House showing an exhibition of the Royal Academy of Arts in 1787, 1787 (etching)
GHL165406 Interior view of Somerset House showing an exhibition of the Royal Academy of Arts in 1787, 1787 (etching) by Ramberg, Johann Heinrich (1763-1840); London Metropolitan Archives

The Connoisseur - Possibly a portrait of Mons. Julien, c. 1890 (charcoal & white chalk on paper)
2617381 The Connoisseur - Possibly a portrait of Mons. Julien, c.1890 (charcoal & white chalk on paper) by Rothenstein, William (1872-1945); 36x22 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

Portrait of Michael Bryan, art historian and connoisseur, 1757-1821
6338636 Portrait of Michael Bryan, art historian and connoisseur, 1757-1821 by Haines, W. (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Michael Bryan, art historian and connoisseur, 1757-1821)

The Critics, 1922 (oil on canvas)
BIR106471 The Critics, 1922 (oil on canvas) by Harvey, Harold (1874-1941); 60.3x75.6 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info.: Ella Naper looking over shoulder of the artists wife)

The Art Connoisseurs, 1823-28. Creator: Louis Leopold Boilly
The Art Connoisseurs, 1823-28

The Barber Shop (oil on canvas)
XIR62050 The Barber Shop (oil on canvas) by Houasse, Miguel Angel (1680-1730); 52x63 cm; Patrimonio Nacional, Madrid, Spain; French, out of copyright

The Dilettanti Society, engraved by Charles turner, 1800-20 (mezzotint on paper)
3740386 The Dilettanti Society, engraved by Charles turner, 1800-20 (mezzotint on paper) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92) (after); 57.8x41.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Thomas Howard, 2nd Earl of Arundel, c. 1620-1 (oil on canvas)
3077063 Thomas Howard, 2nd Earl of Arundel, c.1620-1 (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 102.6x79.7l cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Thomas Howard)

The Connoisseur, 1887 (oil on canvas)
1128718 The Connoisseur, 1887 (oil on canvas) by La Thangue, Henry Herbert (1859-1929); 114x160 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; eBradford Museums & Galleries; English

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"Unveiling the World of a Connoisseur: A Journey through Time and Taste" Step back in time to the elegant 1930s, where refined individuals gathered for tea tastings. Delicate porcelain cups clinked as connoisseurs savored every sip, immersing themselves in the art of tea appreciation. Transport yourself further into history to the Salon of Painting and Sculpture of 1857. The grand main room in the Palais de l'Industrie gallery became a haven for connoisseurs, who marveled at masterpieces that stirred their souls and ignited their passion for art. In another corner of this captivating world, an advertisement catches your eye. Puttie Field Boots by The London Shoe Co Ltd promise comfort and style fit for discerning tastes. Only a true connoisseur would appreciate such craftsmanship. Next, you stumble upon an advert showcasing Allen & Wright's Briar and Meerschaum pipes. These exquisite smoking accessories were sought after by those who understood the nuances of tobacco flavors and enjoyed indulging in moments of relaxation with sophistication. As you continue your journey, portraits come alive before your eyes. Sir Robert Shore Milnes, Lieutenant Governor of Lower Canada; Charles Dickens as a young boy captured in silhouette; Mrs Humphreys, a talented actress - all subjects admired by connoisseurs who appreciated beauty in various forms. The stage beckons with Elizabeth Inchbald gracing it both as an English novelist and actress extraordinaire. Ann Maria Tree captivates audiences with her portrayal of Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night while Elizabeth Yates mesmerizes as Miss Hardcastle on another theatrical adventure. Amidst these artistic wonders stands Mademoiselle de Beaujolais immortalized by Jean-Marc Nattier's brush strokes - her allure captivating even the most refined taste buds. And there is Captain William Bentinck portrayed by George Romney, a connoisseur's dream of naval valor and distinguished charm.