Wager Collection

Cleopatra's Banquet, c.1675-c.1680. Creator: Gerard de Lairesse
Cleopatra's Banquet, c.1675-c.1680

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Gardens surround the famous Monte Carlo Casino, Monaco. Date: 20/01/2009

Phileas Fogg takes the bet at the Reform Club that he can travel round the world in 80 days
CHT211383 Phileas Fogg takes the bet at the Reform Club that he can travel round the world in 80 days, illustration from an edition published in Berlin, 1900 (colour litho) by Wulff

Battle between a bulldog and Jack, a Cingalese monkey, in Worcester, England, 1799
6337363 Battle between a bulldog and Jack, a Cingalese monkey, in Worcester, England, 1799 by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Battle between a bulldog and Jack, a Cingalese monkey)

Illustration for Around The World In Eighty Days by Jules Verne (colour litho)
3630462 Illustration for Around The World In Eighty Days by Jules Verne (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Wager (engraving)
3623998 The Wager (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wager. Illustration for Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi edited by Charles Dickens (John Dicks)

"Greenhorn, "the anonymous adventurer who worked his way round the world for a wager (b / w photo)
6009089 " Greenhorn, " the anonymous adventurer who worked his way round the world for a wager (b/w photo) by European Photographer

Doggetts Coat and Badge wager (engraving)
587691 Doggetts Coat and Badge wager (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of Tom Springs Life In London and Sporting Chronicle)

English lady riding sidesaddle in a fox hunt, 19th century. Lord Marchhare points out the fox and hounds to Rosa McDermott. Rosa and the Earl

A Bargain With the Devil, 1907 (w / c, pen & ink on paper)
RWS137268 A Bargain With the Devil, 1907 (w/c, pen & ink on paper) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); Trustees of the Royal Watercolour Society, London, UK; eRoyal Watercolour Society; English

English gentlemen gambling on an unusual foot race during a horse-racing meet on the Champs de Mars, Paris
6337319 English gentlemen gambling on an unusual foot race during a horse-racing meet on the Champs de Mars, Paris, 19th century by Alken

Gretchen in the Cathedral, c. 1850 (oil on canvas)
3959949 Gretchen in the Cathedral, c.1850 (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 56.1 x 46.6 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: In " Faust)

Monopoly (engraving)
3640717 Monopoly (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monopoly. Illustration from Society Pictures by George du Maurier selected from Punch (Bradbury)

American Long distance walker George Matthew Schilling, attempting to pull an airship 20
5999055 American Long distance walker George Matthew Schilling, attempting to pull an airship 20, 000 miles in three years for a bet (litho) by English School

"Here I am gentlemen, "said he, from
3501816 " Here I am gentlemen, " said he, from Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne (1828-1905) engraved by Henri-Theophile Hildebrand (1824-97), 1873 (engraving) by Benett

The Last American Weirdness (Colour Litho)
2783497 The Last American Weirdness (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last American weirdness)

Victorian Greeting Card of an Aesthetic strumming a lute, c. 1881 (monochrome)
3603175 Victorian Greeting Card of an Aesthetic strumming a lute, c.1881 (monochrome) by Gray, Alfred (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; out of copyright

Lots of the Wager (engraving)
960531 Lots of the Wager (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lots of the Wager)

English gentleman lounging in a parlour in front of the fireplace with his outraged parents
6337284 English gentleman lounging in a parlour in front of the fireplace with his outraged parents by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info)

Punch cartoon: Monopoly - gambing in Victorian London (engraving)
6035046 Punch cartoon: Monopoly - gambing in Victorian London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Monopoly - gambing in Victorian London)

Christmas and New Year wishes depicted in a betting book, greetings card. (chromolitho)
6031447 Christmas and New Year wishes depicted in a betting book, greetings card. (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Well, Mr. Fogg", he said, "It shall be so
3501768 " Well, Mr. Fogg", he said, " It shall be so: I will wager £ 4000 on it!!", from Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne (1828-1905)

A dangerous wager (engraving)
2789471 A dangerous wager (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dangerous wager. A barber attacked by a lion after agreeing to enter its cage)

Gamblers watching a cockfight by candlelight at the Cock Pit Royal, St
6337439 Gamblers watching a cockfight by candlelight at the Cock Pit Royal, St by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822) (after); (add.info.: Gamblers watching a cockfight by candlelight at the Cock Pit Royal)

Native American man losing a race with a bull frog to a pond, 18th century
6337405 Native American man losing a race with a bull frog to a pond, 18th century by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Native American man losing a race with a bull frog to a pond)

18th century English man driving a covey of tame partridges from Sussex to London on a bet
6337390 18th century English man driving a covey of tame partridges from Sussex to London on a bet by English School, (19th century); (add.info)

Historical views of Further India (Southeast Asia)
6337970 Historical views of Further India (Southeast Asia) by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Historical views of Further India (Southeast Asia)

The Witches Sabbath, 1831-33 (oil on canvas)
3959948 The Witches Sabbath, 1831-33 (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 32.3 x 40.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Mr. E. Drury, for a wager, cast a line from the roof of The Savoy Hotel to the river Thames over 100 yards away. London, 11th October 1953

A night at the dogs, general views of the track and characters that work at the Greyhound Track, White City Stadium, London. 7th September 1946

Sport: Angling: Humour: Gentleman. Mr. E. Drury for a wager, cast a line from the roof of the Savoy Hotel to the river Thames over 100 yards away. October 1953 D6080

La Gageure des trois Commeres: La Servante, from Contes et nouvelles en vers par Jean de La Fontaine. A Paris, de l imprimerie de P. Didot, l an III de la Republique, 1795, published in 1795

Knave of Hearts Date: 1880

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, fountain at the entrance to Caesars Palace Forum shopping mall

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Headless statue and fountain outside Caesars Palace hotel and casino on the strip

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Signs outside Caears Palace hotel and casino on the Strip

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, fountains and lawns Caesars Palace hotel and casino on the strip

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, fountains and lawns Caesars Palace hotel and casino on the strip

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Headless statue and fountain outside Caesars Palace hotel and casino on the strip

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, New York New York hotel and casino on the strip, with scale models of NYC skyline and elevated walkway to MGM Grand

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, New York New York hotel and casino on the strip, with scale models of NYC skyline and elevated walkway to MGM Grand

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Signs outside Caears Palace hotel and casino on the Strip

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USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Signs outside Caears Palace hotel and casino on the Strip

The Betting Book at Whites club
A record of historic wagers, the famous betting book at Whites club in 1751. The club was renowned for its high wagers between members

EDITORIAL Betting his faith in the British Empire with a 100 pound wager. Churchills signature on a betting slip, dated January 23, 1901, in the handwriting of a friend, Mr. James C

Henry Wager Halleck 1815 - 1872. Union Officer During American Civil War. From Painting By Alonzo Chappel

Polar Bear In Ice Pool

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"The Art of Wager: From World Travels to Unlikely Battles and Devilish Bargains" Step into the world of wagers, where bets are made and destinies are shaped. In the Betting Book at Whites club, history is written as daring individuals put their fortunes on the line (DDE-90029544). Phileas Fogg, a man with unwavering determination, takes up a bet at the Reform Club - to travel around the world in 80 days (Illustration from an edition published in Berlin, 1900). A captivating journey awaits. But wagers aren't limited to grand adventures alone. In Worcester, England back in 1799, witness an unlikely battle between a bulldog and Jack, a Cingalese monkey. The unexpected clash leaves spectators astounded. Jules Verne's masterpiece "Around The World In Eighty Days" comes alive through vivid illustrations (colour litho), showcasing Phileas Fogg's race against time and his relentless pursuit of victory. The concept extends beyond thrilling escapades. Delve into "The Wager, " an engraving that depicts unknown stakes yet to be revealed. Who knows what secrets lie within? Meet "Greenhorn, " an anonymous adventurer who embarked on a journey around the globe for nothing but a wager (b / w photo). His story inspires us all to embrace challenges fearlessly. Doggett's Coat and Badge wager brings forth images of intense rowing competitions along London's River Thames (engraving). Witness athletes pushing their limits for glory. Across continents lies The American Centenary Festival in Philadelphia - sketches immortalize this celebration where merriment meets friendly bets (engraving). Travel back in time as we encounter an English lady elegantly riding sidesaddle during a fox hunt in the 19th century. Her gracefulness amidst exhilarating pursuits symbolizes both tradition and audacity. In a different realm, an intriguing scene unfolds.