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LAURENCE STERNE (1713-1768). British cleric and novelist. Chalk and watercolor by Louis Carrogis de Carmontelle (1717-1806)

EUSTACHIO ZANOTTI (1709-1782). Italian astronomer and engineer. Steel engraving, 19th century

ZUCCARELLI: MUSICIANS. Musicians and Children on a Terrace. Oil by Francesco Zuccarelli (1702-1788)

SIR WILLIAM HAMILTON (1730-1803). British diplomat and archaeologist; ambassador to Naples, 1764-1800. In the robes of a Knight of the Bath, with the smoking Vesuvius in the background

JOHN ANDRE (1751-1780). English soldier. Engraving after a drawing by Howard Pyle, 1897

CROWE: BOSWELL, 1859. Boswells Introduction to the Literary Club. Engraving after a painting by Eyre Crowe, 1859. Left to right: Edmund Burke, Bennet Langton (standing), Oliver Goldsmith (seated)

Couple riding horses (B&W), , portrait

MENs FASHION, c1814. An incroyable wearing a Robinson hat, knitted pants, and Hussar-style riding boots. Etching, c1814, by Georges Jacques Gatine after Horace Vernet

FRENCH FASHION, c1795. An Incroyable, or dandy, c1795

CEREMONIAL UNIFORM, c1910. Studio photograph of a man in uniform, possibly that of a circus ringmaster or a hunt master

ENGLISH MERCHANT, 1598. Woodcut

Italy - Meran or Merano - Saltners
Since in the earliest paradise on record poor human nature found the plucking of forbidden fruit an irresistible temptation

Easel and artist on a cutout Christmas card -- he has stuck his head through the canvas from the back. Date: circa 1890s

Man delivering a letter on a box-shaped Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Arriving at the Levee at St Jamess Palace; Mr Justice Henn Collins and Mr Justice Hodson. 3 March 1938

Tom Thumb entertaining the King and Queen 1864. The Classic Fairy Tales by Iona and Peter Opie, page 45. In addition to folk tale, Tom Thumb figures in Henry Fieldings The Tragedy of Tragedies

Henry, Prince of Wales, in the Hunting Field by Robert Peake the Elder (British, active by 1576)
Henry, Prince of Wales, in the Hunting Field by Robert Peake the Elder (British, active by 1576, died 1619). From This War Without An Enemy by Richard Ollard, page 32

Arriving at the Levee at St Jamess Palace; Sir Anthony Tichborne and Captain Rawlinson. 3 March 1938

Sir W Smithers on horse back. 1936

Time to mount up - August 1944
" I m sure this horse is growing taller" - Farmer, with one foot in the stirrup, seems to be having a little difficulty getting on to his horse

Little Admiral - August 1944
Young boy dressed up as Nelson standing on a stool George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. N23488

Wartime Wedding Group - August 1941
Bride, Groom, Best Man, and family members, three of the men in military uniform George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N20785

Two Gentlemen at Cowdray Cub Hunting Meet at Coates crossroads, 1933 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N8205

American engineer and inventor. Steel engraving, American, 1861
ROBERT FULTON (1765-1815). American engineer and inventor. Steel engraving, American, 1861

Ada Rehan (1860-1916) Irish-born actress, c1890. Here in the breeches role of Rosalind inAs You Like Itby William Shakespeare. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery. (London, 1890-1894). Photograph

The Musician c1718. Oil on canvas. Jean-Antoine Watteau (1684-1721) French painter. Man sitting on stone bench in wooded garden, singing and playing a lute

L Indifferent (The Gallant: The Flirt) Oil on Canvas. Jean-Antoine Watteau (1684-1721) French painter. Fashion Male Stocking Breeches Shoe Cloak Ruff Fabric Satin Velvet

Portrait of a Gentleman in Italy, c1630. Wolfgang Heimback (c1610-after 1678) German painter. Man in red cape and black breeches decorated with lace, hat in hand, stares ahead

General Monkey and General Wolfe, 1803. John Bull (Britain) standing up to Napoleon saying...you are all hat a Breeches. At this date Napoleon made plans for the invasion of England

Two men meeting on the road near Tarbes in the French Pyrenees and stopping to talk. Both wear fitted cap-sleeved jackets, knee length breeches and leggings

Ada Rehan (1860-1916) Irish-born American actress. Here in the breeches role of Rosalind in As You Like It by William Shakespeare. Photogravure published London c1895

Rosalind, disguised as Ganymede, reading the verses in her praise that Orllando (by tree in background) nailed to a tree, while Celia her cousin enters reading more

Madame Celeste (c1814-1882) French danseuse and actress, who lived in London from 1837. Celeste as The Arab Boy playing a lute

Jim Hawkins Carreras Cigarette Card. ca. 1929, Jim Hawkins Carreras Cigarette Card

Postcard Advertising the American Special Suit. ca. 1900-1930, American Special Suit. Sold by the American Clothing Co. 225 Middle Str. Portland, Me

The Mad Hatter Postcard by K. Nixon. ca. 1925-1930, The Mad Hatter came with a cup in one hand and a piece of bread and butter in the other

Little Lord Fauntleroy Carreras Cigarette Card. ca. 1929, Little Lord Fauntleroy Carreras Cigarette Card

The Vicar of Wakefield Carreras Cigarette Card. ca. 1929, The Vicar of Wakefield Carreras Cigarette Card

Long John Silver Carreras Cigarette Card. ca. 1929, Long John Silver Carreras Cigarette Card

Postcard of Woman Wearing Paul Jones Knickers. ca. 1922, A woman wears a pair of Paul Jones knickerbockers, for outdoor wear

Postcard of Oberammergauer Bauerntheater. ca. 1914, OBERAMMERGAUER BAUERNTHEATER

Huntsman with whip, Sussex
Huntsman chatting to lady, Sussex George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N10908

Hunting scene with dogs, horses and cars in Sussex George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N10907

(1737-1813). French pharmacist. Parmentier presenting Louis XVI with a potato during one of the Kings visits to
ANTOINE PARMENTIER (1737-1813). French pharmacist. Parmentier presenting Louis XVI with a potato during one of the Kings visits to the field at Sablons, France, c1775

Two country gentlemen in a Sussex field
Two country gentlemen in a field George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No. Garland N5963

Courtiers Stroll
Apprentices and young courtiers stroll through the streets of London during the reign of Elizabeth I. Date: late 16th century

Silver Wedding presentation, on the steps of Petworth House
Friends sheltering from rain whilst awaiting the Silver Wedding presentation, on the steps of Petworth House during the Leconfield Opening Meet

A young nobleman volunteers to be an officer in Comte de Rochambeaus expeditionary force to America, 1780
AMERICAN REVOLUTION, 1780. A young nobleman volunteers to be an officer in Comte de Rochambeaus expeditionary force to America, 1780

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"Breeches: A Timeless Garment Spanning Art, Sport, and Rescue" From the iconic painting "The Ringers of Launcells Tower" by Frederick Smallfield to the historic engraving "Integrity retiring from Office. " in 1801, they have left their mark on various aspects of human culture. These knee-length trousers were not only a fashionable choice but also served practical purposes. In the countryside, a gentleman with his shire horse in Mid Wales epitomized rural elegance while wearing breeches. Meanwhile, a German circus scrap showcased how this versatile garment transcended borders and found its place even under the big top. Breeches had an unexpected connection to religion too - the BREECHES GENEVA BIBLE was a significant translation that shaped religious discourse during its time. Male Riding Dress in 1813 demonstrated how these trousers became an essential part of equestrian attire for both style and functionality. Sports icons like Jem Mace, renowned boxer of his time, proudly donned breeches as they stepped into the ring. Thomas Belcher's engraved portrait captured this essence perfectly. The litho print depicted him with vibrant colors that brought out his fierce determination. But it wasn't just fashion and sports where breeches made their mark; they played a crucial role in rescue operations as well. The use of the breeches buoy to save stranded crews such as Esras at East Runton highlighted their life-saving capabilities. The Board of Trade Rocket Apparatus further exemplified how technology combined with these trousers could save lives from shipwrecks. Even women embraced this once-masculine garment as seen in Woman Fencing 1930 - challenging societal norms while displaying grace and strength simultaneously. Throughout history, whether adorning gentlemen or empowering women athletes, whether saving lives or gracing works of art – they have proven themselves timeless garments capable of capturing our imagination across various domains.