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19th century fashion - Paris, (c1928). Creator: Unknown
19th century fashion - Paris, (c1928). French couple wearing: bonnet and shawl; and top hat and breeches. From " Die Welt in Bildern", (The World in Pictures), cigarette card album, c1928

Napoleon I, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Napoleon I, (1933). Portrait of French-Corsican military leader and emperor Napoleon Bonaparte I (1769-1821), in military uniform. After a miniature by Jean-Baptiste Isabey

Historical costume, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
Historical costume, 1951. Examples of clothing from the 15th and 18th centuries. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952

A Lord Mayor and his Lady (Middle of Seventeenth Century), (1897). Creator: Unknown
A Lord Mayor and his Lady (Middle of Seventeenth Century), (1897). A Lord Mayor of London and his wife in costume of the time. From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury

A Fascinating Volume, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
A Fascinating Volume, (c1900). A man in 18th century dress sits reading, with a silver teapot and urn on the table. Print after a painting made mid-late 19th century by Charles Green

Lord Cornwallis as Governor General, 1793, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Lord Cornwallis as Governor General (1793), 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Viscount Kilmorey, c1768, (c1950). Creator: Thomas Gainsborough
Viscount Kilmorey, c1768, (c1950). Full length portrait of Sir John Needham, 10th Viscount Kilmorey (1711-1791), painting in the Tate Gallery, London

Fashion and its Developement. early 19th century. Artist: Thomas Francois Guerin
Fashion and its Developement. early 19th century. Our Fathers - Our Husbands: Which is the Most Absurd. A comment on mens clothing

The Great Gallery of Historic Costume: Some Dresses of Charles The Firsts Time, c1934. Illustration of costume during the reign of King Charles I (1625-1649)

Henry Laurens, c1758-1770, (1928). Artist: Valentine Green
Henry Laurens, c1758-1770, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

The civic chair - or - John Lumps progress in City honors, c1815. Six scenes with verse below of the stages of John Lumps career

Any work for John Cooper, Cries of London, (c1688?). Artist: Pierce Tempest
Any work for John Cooper, (c1688?). A cooper or barrel maker with his tools and materials, including a saw and metal hoops. From Cries of London, (c1688?)

Knives Combs or Ink-horns, Cries of London, c1750. Artist: JM
Knives Combs or Ink-horns, c1750. Street seller carrying a tray displaying his wares, and holding out a pair of spectacles. From Cries of London, c1750

A drover and his dog, Provincial Characters, 1813
A drover leaning on a fence, with his dog sitting next to him. From Provincial Characters, 1813

Hard Metal Spoons, Cries of London, 1819. Artist: John Thomas Smith
Hard Metal Spoons, 1819. A spoon seller, carrying a bag and a handful of spoons. From Cries of London, 1819

Fire screen seller, c1680, from Cries of London, (c1819?). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Fire screen seller, c1680, (c1819?). Fire screen seller of the late 17th century whose cry was I have Screenes if you desier to keep your Buty from ye fire. He is holding up an example of his wares

Marking Stones, c1610, from Cries of London, (c1819?). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Marking Stones, c1610, (c1819?). Man in 17th century dress holding a chisel. From Cries of London, (c1819?)

Rats or Mice to kill, 1646, from Cries of London, (c1819?). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Rats or Mice to kill, 1646, (c1819?). A 17th century rat and mouse catcher, carrying a placard with illustrations of various rodents on it. From Cries of London, (c1819?)

Prison Basket Man, c1680, Cries of London, (c1819?). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Prison Basket Man, c1680. Man in late 17th century dress carrying a large basket over his shoulder; he had a ragged patch on his trousers. From Cries of London, (c1819?)

A Tankard Bearer c1680, Cries of London, (c1819?). Artist: John Thomas Smith
A Tankard Bearer c1680. A man in the costume of the late 17th century carrying a tankard or churn over one shoulder. From Cries of London, (c1819?)

New invented elastic breeches, 1784. Artist: John Nixon
New invented elastic breeches, 1784; showing the interior of a breeches makers shop; two men, one standing on a chair, the other on a stool, try to pull on the breeches of a very stout man

After, 1762. Artist: William Hogarth
After, 1762; after sex a man (probably Sir John Willes) puts his trousers back on while the woman tries to persuade him to stay. A dog lies sleeping in the foreground

Joseph Haydn 1732-1809. - Gemalde von Hammann, 1934
Joseph Haydn 1732-1809, 1934. Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), Austrian composer of the Classical period. He was instrumental in the development of chamber music. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte

Voltaire 1694-1778. - Gemalde von Carmontel, 1934
Voltaire 1694-1778, 1934. Francois Marie Arouet Voltaire (1694-1778), French author, playwright, satirist and man of letters. Voltaire was a central figure in the French Enlightenment

A Man of the Time of Charles I, 1907. Artists: Dion Clayton Calthrop, King Charles I
A Man of the Time of Charles I, 1907. From English Costume, painted and described by Dion Clayton Calthrop. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1907]

A Knight with his Jousting Helmet, 1554-1558, (1936). Artist: Giovanni Battista Moroni
A Knight with his Jousting Helmet, 1554-1558, (1936). Held in the National Gallery, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 98, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Gentleman, the 7th (Royal Fusiliers) 1742, 1742 (1909). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Infant Baltasar Carlos (1629-1646), 1639 (c1927). Artist: Diego Velasquez
Infant Baltasar Carlos (1629-1646), 1639 (c1927). Baltasar Carlos was Prince of Asturias and of Portugal and the only son of King Philip IV of Spain and Elisabeth of France

Mr. Jorrockss Lecture on Unting, 1854. Artist: John Leech
Mr. Jorrockss Lecture on Unting, 1854. From Handley Cross; or, Mr. Jorrockss Hunt, by Robert Smith Surtees. [Bradbury and Evans, London, 1854]

Male and Female Macaronies, c1870. A macaroni in mid-18th-century England was a fashionable man who dressed and even spoke in an outlandishly affected manner

Launce and his Dog, 1903, (1903). Artist: Philip William May
Launce and his Dog, 1903, (1903). A scene from Two Gentlemen of Verona by William Shakespeare. From The Pall Mall Magazine Volume XXXI, edited by George R. Halkett

The Fortune-Teller, 1903, (1903). Artist: Philip William May
The Fortune-Teller, 1903, (1903). From The Pall Mall Magazine Volume XXXI, edited by George R. Halkett. [Editorial and Publishing Offices, London, 1903]

The Intruder, c1899, (1903). Artist: Philip William May
The Intruder, c1899, (1903). From The Pall Mall Magazine Volume XXXI, edited by George R. Halkett. [Editorial and Publishing Offices, London, 1903]

The Student, c1877. Artist: Adam Diston
The Student, c1877. From The Studio Volume 1 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

The musician sings in The Two Gentlemen of Verona: Act IV Scene II, c1875. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
The musician sings in The Two Gentlemen of Verona: Act IV Scene II, c1875. This scene from Shakespeares The Two Gentlemen of Verona shows Proteus wooing Silvia

Richard Suett as Bayes in The Rehearsal by George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham, 1796. Artist: John Graham
Richard Suett as Bayes in The Rehearsal by George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham, 1796. Painting housed at the Victoria & Albert Museum, London. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXVII

To the Society of Coffers at Blackheath, c19th century. Artists: Lemuel Francis Abbott, Valentine Green
To the Society of Coffers at Blackheath, c19th century. Image of two men playing golf in 1790. After a painting by Lemuel Francis Abbott (1760/61-1802). From Connoisseur Extra No

The Balbi Children, c1625. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
The Balbi Children, c1625. Painting held at The National Gallery, London. From A History of Painting, Volume IV by Haldane MacFall. [T. C. and E. C. Jack, London & Edinburgh, 1911]

Charles I at the Hunt, c1635. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
Charles I at the Hunt, c1635. Also known under its French title, Le Roi a la chasse. Original painting found in the Louvre, Paris. From World Famous Paintings edited by J Grieg Pirie [W.& G

Portrait of a Boy, c1545, (1911)
Portrait of a Boy, c1545. This painting was once formerly attributed to Agnolo di Cosimo (called Bronzino) (1503-1572). Painting held in The National Gallery, London. From A History of Painting Vol

Rev Henry Mortlock, (1789-1837), (1922). Artist: Henry Edridge
Rev. Henry Mortlock, (1789-1837). Henry Mortlock pictured in front of Cambridge University. From The Connoisseur Volume LXIII [Otto Limited, London, 1922.]

Advert for Reid Bros, Sporting Tailors & Breeches Makers
Advert for Reid Bros, sporting tailors and breeches makers, 1910. A print from Black & White, 21st May 1910

French peasant farm labourer, 16th century (1882-1884). From Recueil de la diversite des habits in the collection of Chevignard

Musketeer and infantry officer, 16th century (1882-1884). Artist: Pontenier
Musketeer and infantry officer, 16th century (1882-1884). After work by Willemin. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume III, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine

French gentlemens costume, 1572 (1882-1884). Artist: Chevignard
French gentlemens costume, 1572 (1882-1884). A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume III, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

Papworth, Ernest Terah Hooley, British financier, 1896. Artist: Spy
Papworth, Ernest Terah Hooley, British financier, 1896. Pictured here in riding clothes, Hooley (1859-1947) was a wealthy entrepreneur and owner of the Papworth estate in Cambridgeshire

Charlie, Captain Charles Harold Longfield Beatty DSO, British racehorse trainer, 1903. Artist: GDG
Charlie, Captain Charles Harold Longfield Beatty DSO, British racehorse trainer, 1903. A print from Vanity Fair, December 31st 1903

The embarrassment of the hoods, 1882-1884. Artist: J Rocault
The embarrassment of the hoods, 1882-1884. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume IV, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

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"Breeches: A Fashionable Tale of Timeless Elegance" Step into the world of fashion through the lens of history with these captivating portraits. From dignitaries to actors, soldiers to young boys, one common thread unites them all - their fashionable breeches. These knee-length trousers were a staple in men's wardrobes for centuries, symbolizing sophistication and style. In Thomas Gainsborough's portrait of William Pitt, we see a statesman exuding power and authority in his dark jacket and breeches. The intricate details highlight the craftsmanship involved in creating such garments during the 18th century. Sir Martin Frobisher, depicted by Cornelius Ketel, showcases the late 16th-century trendsetter sporting his own unique pair of breeches. With an air of confidence and adventure surrounding him, Frobisher embodies both fashion-forwardness and bravery. Moving forward to the 18th century, William Jones stands tall in his oil-on-canvas portrayal. His impeccably tailored breeches speak volumes about his refined taste and social standing within society. David Garrick and wife Eva Maria Garrick grace another canvas with their elegant attire from the same era. Their matching ensembles emphasize not only their love but also their shared appreciation for sartorial excellence. William Williams captures a young boy belonging to the Crossfield family around 1770-75. Despite his tender age, he too dons stylish breeches that mirror those worn by adults at that time - a testament to how fashion transcends generations. Carle Vernet's painting "The Toilet Of The Clerk Prosecutor" takes us into more modern times as it depicts an individual preparing himself while wearing fitted breeches. This artwork serves as a reminder that even mundane tasks can be elevated when dressed impeccably. Photographs from between 1855-1865 showcase gentlemen like T. H Glenney, Frank Lawler, and George Mortimer Bibb, all proudly displaying their breeches.