Lighthearted Collection

Woman with Candle, late 1660s. Artist: Godfried Schalcken
Woman with Candle, late 1660s. From the Pitti Palace Gallery, Florence, Italy

Charles Lightoller archive, three notebooks
Charles Lightoller archive collection of three handwritten note and code books used during WW1, and WW2. The first two are handwritten books of code and marine information

Sporting Curiosities
Golfers in North Carolina wagering that they won't be put off their game when accompanied by musicians and dancing caddies

A Dachshund Drinking Beer, c. 1900 (colour litho)
CHT327036 A Dachshund Drinking Beer, c.1900 (colour litho) by Weber, Ulrich (fl.1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: Teckel Buvant de la Biere; humorous postcard; ); eArchives Charmet; German

The Pettigrew Sisters, 1889-92 (platino bromide)
LSH239486 The Pettigrew Sisters, 1889-92 (platino bromide) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); 19x12.5 cm; Linley Sambourne House, London, UK; eLinley Sambourne House; English, out of copyright

Girl with a Blue Sash, late 19th / early 20th century. Artist: Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Girl with a Blue Sash, late 19th/early 20th century. From the Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo, Brazil

Youth in a Black Cap, 1666. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Youth in a Black Cap, 1666. From the Nelson Atkins Museum, Kansas City, USA

Playmates, 1868. Artist: George Cochran Lambdin
Playmates, 1868

Charity, 17th century. Artist: Cesare Dandini
Charity, 17th century. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta), 1285-1286. Artist: Cimabue
The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta), 1285-1286. From the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy

An angel playing the lute, 15th century. Artist: Melozzo da Forli
An angel playing the lute, 15th century. Fragment of a fresco, from the Vatican Museums, Vatican City, Rome

Costume Moderne, 1910. Artist: Leon Bakst
Costume Moderne, 1910. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From a private collection

Lulu, late 19th / early 20th century. Artist: Emile Antoine Bourdelle
Lulu, late 19th/early 20th century. From a private collection

The Duchess of Villais in Costume, 18th century. From the Museum of Tesse, Le Mans, France

The Mystery of the Revenge of Jesus Christ, detail, c1630. From the Museum of the Abbey of St Remi, Reims, France

A Wedding in the Coeur Volant Chapel in Marly about 1850 (19th century). From the Chateau of Sceaux, France

Painting, unknown title, 17th century. Artist: Baldassare Franceschini
Painting, unknown title, 17th century

The Prodigal Son in the Tavern (Rembrandt and Saskia), c1635. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Prodigal Son in the Tavern (Rembrandt and Saskia), c1635. From the Dresden Gallery, Dresden, Germany

Young Woman with Earrings, 1657. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Young Woman with Earrings, 1657

Portrait of Baertje Martens, 1649. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Portrait of Baertje Martens, 1649

Unidentified Flemish proverb, late 16th / early 17th century. Artist: Pieter Brueghel the Younger
Unidentified Flemish proverb, late 16th/early 17th century. From a private collection

Nude woman sitting on a chaise longue, putting on her shirt, 18th century. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Nude woman sitting on a chaise longue, putting on her shirt, 18th century. From the collection of the British Museum, London, Great Britain

Champetre Concert, 1715. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Champetre Concert, 1715. From the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts d Angers

A Lady in a Garden taking Coffee with some Children, probably 1742. Artist: Nicolas Lancret
A Lady in a Garden taking Coffee with some Children, probably 1742. From the National Gallery, London

Concert champetre, ( The Pastoral Concert ), c1510-1511. Artist: Titian
Concert champetre, ( The Pastoral Concert ), c1510-1511. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris, France

Portrait of a Lady, La Schiavona ( The Dalmatian Woman ), c1510-1512. Artist: Titian
Portrait of a Lady, La Schiavona ( The Dalmatian Woman ), c1510-1512. From the National Gallery, London

A Woman Playing the Theorbo-Lute and a Cavalier, c1658. Artist: Gerard Terborch II
A Woman Playing the Theorbo-Lute and a Cavalier, c1658. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Kathleen Lake And Mountains, Kluane National Park And Reserve Of Canada, Yukon

White Dove In Flight

Cormorants Fly Above Driftwood, Grey Sky, Galiano Island, Bc

White Icelandic Horse, Iceland

Black And White Image Of Icelandic Horses In The Wind, Iceland

Tabby Cat

The motorist who took the blame by H. M. Bateman
Amusing scene of the motorist who took the blame, for what seems to be an awfully messy crash. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch

Music cover, Les Parisiennes, Three New Polkas, L Enjouee, La Coquette, La Gracieuse, by Frederic Burgmuller circa 1850s

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"Lighthearted: A Journey Through Art and Curiosities" Step into the world of lightheartedness as we explore a treasure trove of captivating artworks and intriguing curiosities. Delve into the Charles Lightoller archive, where three notebooks unlock tales from the past, transporting us to forgotten times. Sporting Curiosities beckon with their whimsical charm, inviting us to marvel at the unexpected. Witness a woman holding a candle in late 1660s, her face illuminated by its gentle glow. Godfried Schalcken's brushstrokes bring forth an ambiance of mystery and tranquility. In contrast, a Dachshund Drinking Beer captures our attention with its playful scene from c. 1900. This colorful lithograph reminds us that even our furry friends can enjoy life's simple pleasures. The Pettigrew Sisters grace our presence through platino bromide photography from 1889-92. Their laughter frozen in time reflects the joyous bonds shared between siblings throughout generations. Girl with a Blue Sash transports us to the late 19th or early 20th century, courtesy of Pierre-Auguste Renoir's artistic genius. Her radiant smile and vibrant sash remind us to embrace life's beauty with unbridled enthusiasm. Youth in a Black Cap takes us back to Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn's masterpiece from 1666. The young subject exudes both innocence and curiosity—a timeless reminder that youth is filled with endless possibilities. Playmates by George Cochran Lambdin invites us into an enchanting garden where children frolic amidst nature's wonders—reminding us all to cherish moments of carefree bliss. Charity painted by Cesare Dandini during the 17th century depicts compassion personified—an embodiment of love for humanity that transcends time itself. The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta) crafted by Cimabue in 1285-1286 evokes a sense of divine serenity.