Formal Attire Collection

Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink)
985820 Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink) by Berger, Anthony (fl.1861-65); 10.1x6.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham Lincoln)

A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c. 1921 (sepia photo)
985676 A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c.1921 (sepia photo) by Halberstadt, Max (1882-1940); 35.6x25.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Comedians Morecambe and Wise seen here showing off their medals outside Buckingham Palace after being invested by HM The Queen with the O.B.E. 23rd November 1976

Advertising poster for the London to Vichy Pullman express train, 1927 (colour lithograph)
1198038 Advertising poster for the London to Vichy Pullman express train, 1927 (colour lithograph) by Chaurand-Naurac, Jean Raoul (1878-1948)

Ava Gardner with the Queen during a Royal Command Film Performance, October 1955

TV Programmes George and Mildred: George and Mildred are disturbed by three " Hells Angels" L to R - Andy Stevens, Dudley Sutton and Nigel Wescott, while having their dinner

Portrait of William Henry Paget Marquess of Anglesey, half length, (oil on canvas)
827857 Portrait of William Henry Paget Marquess of Anglesey, half length, (oil on canvas) by Beechey, William (1753-1839); 76.4x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Chef; Le Cuisinier, (oil on canvas)
653335 Chef; Le Cuisinier, (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 64.7x54.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef; Le Cuisinier. Henri Lebasque (1865-1937). Oil on canvas

The Bachelors Birthday, (oil on panel)
989681 The Bachelors Birthday, (oil on panel) by Kaufmann (Kaufman) Isidor (1853-1921); 34.3x28.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bachelors Birthday. Isidor Kaufmann (1853-1921)

Morecambe and Wise seen here outside the gates of Buckingham Palace doing their Television dance outside Buckingham Palace after they were invested by HM The Queen with the O.B.E. 23rd November 1976

Last night of boxing at Harringay, cahampions of the past line up for the last time in ther ring l-r Dave Crowley, Jack Peterson, Harry Mizler, Peter Kane, Bruce Woodcock, Ernie Roderick

Michael Crawford Actor meets The Queen - December 1972 At the Premiere of Alices Adventures in Wonderland Dbase MSI

Tottenham Hotpsur and England footballer Les Ferdinand with television and radio presenter girlfriend Dani Behr at the Ritz Hotel in Londons West End for an advertising companys centenary bash

Freddie Foreman (L) at the 2II club in Balham with his wife and Bookmaker Mick Reagan (2.L.) Olympic bantam Micky Carter, Olympic and now pro featherweight Johnny Cheshire

Kevin Peter Hall British actor with Helena Bonham Carter October 1988

Peter Bowles Actor with Josephine Burge - July 1985

Sir Laurence Olivier actor and wife Joan Plowright actress outside National Theatre June 1987 Dbase MSI

Robert Wagner and Stephanie Powers at the Royal Film Performance March 1983 MSI

Anthony Hopkins actor with Charlton Heston at the Caine Mutiny premiere party Dbase MSi

Vivien Leigh Actress with her ex-husband Leigh Holman at the wedding of their daughter dbase msi

Kelly Brook and boyfriend Jason Statham attend the wedding of Big Breakfast Presenter Johnny Vaughan in Chelsea, August 1999

King George V
3781050 King George V; (add.info.: King George V, copy of the portrait by A. S. Cope, 1911. George V, British monarch, 3 June 1865 - 20 January 1936. Ruled 1910-1936)

The Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII)
3781053 The Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII); (add.info.: The Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) copy of the portrait by A. S. Cope

Queen Mary 1867- 1953
3781052 Queen Mary 1867- 1953; (add.info.: Queen Mary, copy of portrait by William Llewellyn, 1910. WL, 1 December 1858 - 28 January 1941)

The Same Old Yarn, 1918 (watercolour, gouache and pencil on board)
823237 The Same Old Yarn, 1918 (watercolour, gouache and pencil on board) by Christy, Howard Chandler (1873-1952); 88.9x64.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Same Old Yarn)

Study for A Parisian Cafe : Man Seated at a Cafe Table, Reading a Newspaper, c
1195575 Study for A Parisian Cafe : Man Seated at a Cafe Table, Reading a Newspaper, c. 1872-1875 (pencil on paper) by Repin

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, followed closely behind by her husband Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, leaves the Royal train at Lime Street Station

David Lloyd George British Prime Minister with daughter Megan in Folkestone in 1911

Freddie Foreman presents a cheque to the Mayor of Southwark for his Old peoples fund at the prince of Wales, the money being raised by the locals from a bike race

Faye Dunaway Actress at the premiere of Ordeal By Innocence in February 1985 © mirrorpix

Oliver Reed Film Actor being the tough guy on the set of The Big Guy August 1977 Dbase MSI

Charles Bronson Actor with his wife Jill Ireland at Actors Fund Benefit September 1987 Dbase MSI

Gregory Peck actor attends film premiere in velvet suit July 1973 Dbase MSI

Barbra Streisand Singer and Actress with James Caan at the Royal Command Performance of their film " Funny Lady" March 1975 dabse msi

Italian actress Silvana Mangano with her two sisters, Natasha and Patrizia, at the Premiere of her new film " Anna" in London. October 1952

Hardy Amies - Mens Fashion 1962 Mens Fashions designed by Hardy Amies seen here outside a London Hotel. Men standing in the street wearing suits and tuxedos

Actor Gerald Campion (29) as Billy Bunter in January 1952. The BBC show " Billy Bunter of Greyfriars School" runs weekly

Anniversary of Death. Grace Kelly - Princess Grace of Monaco who died 14th September 1982 from injuries she sustained in a car crash near Monte Carlo

Camilla Parker Bowles, friend of Prince Charles

Cafe Parisien (Bal Tabarin), (oil on canvas)
1196569 Cafe Parisien (Bal Tabarin), (oil on canvas) by Pissarro, Ludovic-Rodolphe (1878-1952); 46.2x55.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

The Chinese Chef (Portrait of Hing), 1932 (oil on panel)
1199513 The Chinese Chef (Portrait of Hing), 1932 (oil on panel) by Steegman, Philip (1903-52); 37x29 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

Huey P. Long, U. S. Senator from Louisiana, Portrait at Microphone, Washington DC, USA, 1935 (b/w photo)
5974401 Huey P. Long, U.S. Senator from Louisiana, Portrait at Microphone, Washington DC, USA, 1935 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

The Dancers; Les Danseurs, (oil on canvas)
656862 The Dancers; Les Danseurs, (oil on canvas) by Valtat, Louis (1869-1952); 57x45 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dancers)

Your Holidays! Travel by the White Star Line, a poster advertising travel to United States and Canada, c
1197961 Your Holidays! Travel by the White Star Line, a poster advertising travel to United States and Canada, c.1927 (colour litho) by Mills

Battle scene between archers and cavalry, with castle and ships, c. 1495-1500 (gouache and gold paint on vellum)
986282 Battle scene between archers and cavalry, with castle and ships, c.1495-1500 (gouache and gold paint on vellum) by French School

After the Battle, (ink and wash on paper laid on board)
651007 After the Battle, (ink and wash on paper laid on board) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 44.5x69.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Battle. Frederic Remington (1861-1909)

The Charge, c. 1893-1931 (woodcut)
1196621 The Charge, c. 1893-1931 (woodcut) by Vallotton, Felix Edouard (1865-1925); 20x26 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Skirmish During the Hungarian Revolution of 1848-1849, 1881 (oil on canvas)
1195776 Skirmish During the Hungarian Revolution of 1848-1849, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Villevalde, Alexander (1857-after 1906); 116x156 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Villevalde)

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"Formal Attire: A Timeless Elegance Captured in History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of formal attire, where sophistication and style reign supreme. This collection of iconic photographs takes us on a journey through history, showcasing the impeccable fashion choices that have defined generations. In this sepia-toned photograph from 1921, we catch a glimpse of Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis. Despite his revolutionary theories, Freud exudes an air of refinement with his tailored suit and polished shoes. Formal attire becomes more than just clothing; it becomes a statement of intellectual prowess. Moving forward to Buckingham Palace, we encounter the legendary comedic duo Morecambe and Wise proudly displaying their medals outside its grand gates. Their sharp tuxedos perfectly complement their mischievous smiles as they effortlessly blend humor with elegance. Formality doesn't always mean seriousness; it can be infused with laughter too. Even royalty embraces formal attire's allure as Queen Elizabeth engages Prince Philip while topless SuSu tribal dancing girls perform nearby. The contrast between traditional regality and exoticism is striking but showcases how formal wear adapts to different cultural contexts without losing its refined essence. Ava Gardner graces us with her presence during a Royal Command Film Performance in October 1955 alongside Queen Elizabeth herself. Both women radiate gracefulness adorned in exquisite gowns fit for royalty. Formal attire transcends time; it remains eternally captivating regardless of era or occasion. Abraham Lincoln's signed carte-de-visite from 1864 captures him wearing a suit that symbolizes dignity amidst turbulent times. His ink-stained fingers remind us that even great leaders must adhere to formality when shaping history's course. Returning once again to Morecambe and Wise outside Buckingham Palace, their playful antics showcase how formal wear can be both dignified and lighthearted simultaneously—a testament to its versatility.