Foppish Collection

Costume / Boy on Tricycle
Picturesque foppish French boy in a pleated skirt in spotted fabric, floppy striped necktie & falling collar, checked socks, pumps with large ribbon bows & long flowing hair

Two Elegant Young Men, 1835 (colour engraving)
CHT271711 Two Elegant Young Men, 1835 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Elegant Young Men on the Terrace of a Cafe, 1857 (colour engraving)
CHT327065 Elegant Young Men on the Terrace of a Cafe, 1857 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Soiree Mondaine, 1858 (colour engraving)
CHT327064 Soiree Mondaine, 1858 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Morning, Noon, Night, published by Thomas McLean, London (coloured etching
STC188367 Morning, Noon, Night, published by Thomas McLean, London (coloured etching) (see also 188366) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Three Elegant Young Men, December 1848 (colour engraving)
CHT271714 Three Elegant Young Men, December 1848 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Three Elegant Young Men, 1841 (colour engraving)
CHT271713 Three Elegant Young Men, 1841 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Shakespeare observing the foolish fashions and antics of the fops on Ludgate Hill, London (colour litho)
2791639 Shakespeare observing the foolish fashions and antics of the fops on Ludgate Hill, London (colour litho) by Hatherell

Three Elegant Young Men, December, 1856 (colour engraving)
CHT271715 Three Elegant Young Men, December, 1856 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Evening dress, illustration from Le Journal des Tailleurs
REV326166 Evening dress, illustration from Le Journal des Tailleurs, 16th February 1851 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Leaving for a ride in a cab, illustration from Le Journal des Tailleurs
REV326167 Leaving for a ride in a cab, illustration from Le Journal des Tailleurs, 1856 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Humming-birds, or a Dandy Trio, pub. 1819 (hand coloured engraving)
2489366 Humming-birds, or a Dandy Trio, pub. 1819 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Hummingbirds or A Dandy Trio, pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving)
2836307 Hummingbirds or A Dandy Trio, pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Two Young Men, 1803-04 (pencil on paper heightened with gouache)
MMT170467 Two Young Men, 1803-04 (pencil on paper heightened with gouache) by Augustin, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques (1759-1832); 38x29 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

A Sale of English Beauties in the East Indies, pub. 1786 (hand coloured engraving)
3035659 A Sale of English Beauties in the East Indies, pub. 1786 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Monkey Dandy, from Monkey-ana, or Men in Miniature, July 1828. July 1828
Monkey Dandy, from Monkey-ana, or Men in Miniature, July 1828

Dapper Racegoer 1908
P P Gilpin at the races wears a top hat, morning coat & trousers with a front crease, black & white half-boots, white waistcoat, carnation buttonhole & a patterned bowtie Date: 1908

Wisdom (Sapience) teaching the author the precepts of temperance, c1455. Creator
Wisdom (Sapience) teaching the author the precepts of temperance, from Horologium Sapientiae by Henri Suso, c.1455 (vellum). La Sagesse (Sapience) enseigne a l auteur le preceptes de la temperance

Hummingbirds or A Dandy Trio, pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving)

Humming-birds--or--a Dandy Trio, 1819
Humming-birds--or--a Dandy Trio, pub. 1819 hand coloured engraving)

How to kiss your Rich Aunt ! A rather foolish and foppish young man (with an eye on the prize!) greets his Elderly (and very rich) Auntie with extreme enthusiasm. Date: 1908

A smart, rather foppish German Military Officer - 1900s
A satirical illustration of a smart, rather foppish German Military Officer - 1900s. Date: circa 1908

Portrait of Marshal Charles-Joseph (1735-1814) Prince de Ligne (oil on canvas) (b / w
XIR177491 Portrait of Marshal Charles-Joseph (1735-1814) Prince de Ligne (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Leclerq, Edmond (1817-53); Private Collection; (add.info)

Self Portrait, c. 1780 (pastel)
XIR176657 Self Portrait, c.1780 (pastel) by Denon, Dominique Vivant (1747-1825); 54.5x45.5 cm; Musee Denon, Chalon-sur-Saone

Incroyable et Merveilleuse, c. 1775 (colour engraving)
BAL1288 Incroyable et Merveilleuse, c.1775 (colour engraving) by French School, (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Soldier & Civilians 1854
Pantaloons -1 pair in a diaper pattern, neckties, top hats, shirt with pleated cuffs, pumps with bows, Newmarket or cutaway coats, a brown coat cut square across the front

Actorly Speciment 1790
Attic Miscellany Theatrical Portraiture No.3: What Nature ought to be! A foppish looking thespian, hand on hip & monstrously mishapen wig, hams it up on stage

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"Foppish: A Glimpse into the Extravagant World of Fashion and Elegance" Step into a world where costumes and tricycles collide, as we explore the whimsical realm of foppishness. In this captivating journey, discover how to kiss your rich aunt with grace and charm, while immersing yourself in the vibrant scenes depicted by talented artists. Transport yourself back to 1835 through a mesmerizing colour engraving capturing two elegant young men. Adorned in lavish attire, they epitomize sophistication amidst a backdrop of timeless beauty. Fast forward to 1857, where another enchanting colour engraving showcases elegant young men on the terrace of a cafe. Their refined demeanor exudes an air of confidence that is simply irresistible. Immerse yourself further into high society gatherings with "Soiree Mondaine" from 1858 - a vivid colour engraving that transports you directly into the heart of an extravagant social event. Witness the mingling elite as they revel in opulence and indulge in lively conversations. As day turns to night, experience every moment captured by Thomas McLean's coloured etching titled "Morning, Noon, Night. " The three distinct images depict stylish gentlemen navigating their way through various activities with effortless panache. Delve deeper into this fascinating era with December 1848's colour engraving showcasing three elegant young men who are undoubtedly at the forefront of fashion trends. Their impeccable taste serves as inspiration for those seeking sartorial excellence. Marvel at Shakespeare himself observing foolish fashions and antics on Ludgate Hill in London through a captivating colour lithograph. His discerning eye captures both amusement and critique towards these flamboyant individuals who dare to push boundaries. December 1856 brings us yet another stunning depiction of three elegant young men through a masterful colour engraving. Each detail meticulously crafted reveals their impeccable sense of style that sets them apart from the ordinary.