Connoisseurs Collection

England / Leasowes
THE LEASOWES, near Halesowen, Shropshire; the garden designed by the poet Shenstone, much admired by connoisseurs

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

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

The Connoisseurs
An etching of some older gentlemen gathered round a painting, appreciating it's qualities, the only woman is standing on the right. Date: 1920

Herbert S. Gilkes Advertisement
An advertisement illustration of Charles Schaw Lord Cathcart, 1721-1776, a British soldier and diplomat. The portrait was used as an advertisement of print dealer, Herbert S

Queen Anne Red Lacquer Cabinet
An illustration of a A Queen Anne Red Lecquer Cabinet. In the possession of Anthony Horderns Fine Art Gallery. The cabinet is decorated in relief in the Chinese manner

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

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

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

Connoisseurs at Rembrandts Studio (gravure)
672420 Connoisseurs at Rembrandts Studio (gravure) by Lesrel, Adolphe Alexandre (1839-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Connoisseurs at Rembrandts Studio)

Art Lovers, 1863-69 (charcoal and wash on paper)
5672867 Art Lovers, 1863-69 (charcoal and wash on paper) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 26.1x19.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Brush and gray and black wash, charcoal)

The Wine Commission (engraving)
5233579 The Wine Commission (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wine Commission.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Gliddons Cigar Divan, established February 1825 (engraving)
558203 Gliddons Cigar Divan, established February 1825 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gliddons Cigar Divan)

The Vintage, Connoisseurs tasting the Rhine Wine (engraving)
2772455 The Vintage, Connoisseurs tasting the Rhine Wine (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Vintage, Connoisseurs tasting the Rhine Wine)

The Print Collector, c. 1857-63 (oil on cradled panel)
2970656 The Print Collector, c.1857-63 (oil on cradled panel) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 42.3x33 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Gift of the Estate of Marshall Field; French

The Derby Day, Notes on Epsom Downs (engraving)
1045489 The Derby Day, Notes on Epsom Downs (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Derby Day, Notes on Epsom Downs)

Les Amateurs de Tableux, 1823 (hand-coloured litho)
1547274 Les Amateurs de Tableux, 1823 (hand-coloured litho) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; French, out of copyright

Sketches at the Dairy Show (engraving)
1590651 Sketches at the Dairy Show (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Dairy Show)

The Choice of a Model, c. 1866-74 (oil on panel)
466452 The Choice of a Model, c.1866-74 (oil on panel) by Fortuny y CarbAo (Fortuny i Marsal), Mariano JoseMarAia Bernardo (1838-74); 53.3 x 82.5 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art

The Two Connoisseurs, c. 1880 (monotype in dark gray on ivory wove paper)
2968306 The Two Connoisseurs, c.1880 (monotype in dark gray on ivory wove paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 29.8x27 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

The Art Lovers, or The Painter, 1860 (panel)
PWI83514 The Art Lovers, or The Painter, 1860 (panel) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 35.5x28.5 cm; Louvre, Paris

Admiring the Portrait, 1879 (oil on panel)
CH401626 Admiring the Portrait, 1879 (oil on panel) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); 46x33.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright

Mr Fielding, what do you think of these pictures? This is Art
3057508 Mr Fielding, what do you think of these pictures? This is Art, Private View at the Grosvenor Gallery (pen & ink on paper) by Du Maurier

Connoisseurs Examining a Collection of George Morland s, 1807 (engraving)
2562208 Connoisseurs Examining a Collection of George Morland s, 1807 (engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Morland (26 June 1763 - 29 October 1804)

The Exhibition Room at Somerset House, London Ackermanns Repository of Arts
810287 The Exhibition Room at Somerset House, London Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1809 (coloured aquatint) by Rowlandson, T.(1756-1827) & Pugin

Three Persons Viewing the Gladiator by Candlelight, engraved by William Pether
2972727 Three Persons Viewing the Gladiator by Candlelight, engraved by William Pether, 1769 (mezzotint) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97) (after); 48.2x55.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Atelier d un peintre a Paris (colour litho)
2780260 Atelier d un peintre a Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atelier d un peintre a Paris)

Interior view of Somerset House showing King George III (1738-1820)
GHL165405 Interior view of Somerset House showing King George III (1738-1820), Queen Charlotte (1744-1818) and the Royal family viewing an exhibition of the Royal Academy of Arts in 1788

Three Persons Viewing the Gladiator by Candlelight, c. 1764-65 (oil on canvas)
5905768 Three Persons Viewing the Gladiator by Candlelight, c.1764-65 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: Central portrait believed to be P. P)

Wine Connoisseurs Date: 1850

FAIRY ART-LOVERS
Fairy Connoisseurs inspecting Mr Frederick Lockers Collection of Drawings Date: 1868

A Connoisseur, from The Vicar of Wakefield, May 1817. May 1817
A Connoisseur, from " The Vicar of Wakefield", May 1817

Connoisseurs, June 20, 1799. June 20, 1799. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Connoisseurs, June 20, 1799

Four o clock, known also as Closing of the annual Salon of Painting partly installed
XIR661386 Four o clock, known also as Closing of the annual Salon of Painting partly installed then in the Great Gallery at the Louvre, c.1847 (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Biard

Thomas Dodd, Auctioneer
THOMAS DODD Auctioneer and printseller, compiler of the Connoisseurs Repertorium, a biographical guide to artists. Date: 1771 - 1850

Cartoon, Connoisseurs examining a collection of George Morland s, by James Gillray. A satire on the popularity of Morlands paintings, focusing on fat pigs, foolish donkeys and greedy dealers

Connoisseurs June 20 1799 Hand-colored etching
Artokoloro

Art Connoisseurs 1823-28 Lithograph hand-coloring
Artokoloro

Sack Jerusalem Romans 1824 Oil canvas 14 x 15
Artokoloro

The interior of a picture gallery (oil on panel)
BAL349274 The interior of a picture gallery (oil on panel) by Steenwyck, Hendrik the Younger (c.1580-1649); 54.2x75.5 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright

View of the Salon at the Louvre, 1779 (oil on paper laid on canvas)
XIR173094 View of the Salon at the Louvre, 1779 (oil on paper laid on canvas) by Saint-Aubin, Gabriel de (1724-80); 193x440 cm; Louvre, Paris

British Gentleman in Rome, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
XYC126782 British Gentleman in Rome, c.1750 (oil on canvas) by English School, (18th century); 94.5x134.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

British Gentlemen in Rome Connoisseurs in Rome British Mi Lords in Rome, Katharine Read, 1723-1778, British

Rough irregular shell of closed oyster, close up showing layered segments and ridges, blurred background

Bacon-wrapped oyster flesh, secured with toothpicks, draped across oyster shells, arranged on bed of coarse salt

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"Connoisseurs: Masters of Appreciation and Discernment" In the picturesque countryside of England, amidst the serene beauty of Leasowes, a group known as "The Connoisseurs" emerged. Their passion for art and culture was unparalleled, as they sought to elevate their understanding and appreciation of artistic masterpieces. One such connoisseur was Herbert S. Gilkes, whose advertisement in Queen Anne Red Lacquer Cabinet caught the attention of fellow enthusiasts. His love for art knew no bounds, evident in his exquisite collection that adorned his elegant abode. Artists immortalized these lovers of art through captivating paintings like "A Lover of Art, " an oil on canvas masterpiece from 1868. The painting captured their refined taste and deep connection with artistic expressions. Even earlier, during the years between 1826-1830, artists sketched "Study for Patrons and Lovers of Art. " These detailed oil on canvas works showcased connoisseurs engrossed in discussions about various artworks while surrounded by opulent interiors. Somerset House witnessed a grand exhibition by the Royal Academy of Arts in 1787. An etching titled "Interior view of Somerset House showing an exhibition" depicted connoisseurs immersed in admiration as they explored remarkable creations within its hallowed halls. However, not all aspects were idyllic; societal issues were also brought to light through artistry. Engravings like "The Career of a White Slave II" served as reminders that even among connoisseurs' refined tastes lay awareness towards social injustices prevalent at that time. "The Connoisseur - Possibly a portrait Mons. Julien, " created around 1890 using charcoal & white chalk on paper, provided insight into individual personalities within this esteemed group. Each member had unique traits but shared an unwavering dedication to unraveling the secrets behind every brushstroke or chisel mark.