Chin Collection

DRUNK MONK
A portly monk with a moustache smiles to himself as he prepares to drink a glass of wine or a similar tipple

Queen Alexandra & Dogs
ALEXANDRA QUEEN TO EDWARD VII Shown here in a garden, possibly at Sandringham with her two Japanese Chin dogs, Haru and Togo

Chinese ti-tzu, so-na, yueh-ch in, la-pa and Japanese hiji-riki.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J

Sketches of an Irish Wolfhound by Cecil Aldin
Two sketches of an Irish Wolfhound by Cecil Aldin -- probably his own dog Mickie. Date: 1939

Upper body skeleton, computer artwork
Upper body skeleton. Computer artwork of a human skeleton showing the bones of the upper body. At the top is the base of the skull and the jaw bone

PROUST / ILS 1900
MARCEL PROUST French writer relaxing on an ornate sofa

Humphry Davy / World Invt
SIR HUMPHRY DAVY Engineer and inventor

Schweitzer / Postcard
ALBERT SCHWEITZER French theologian, philosopher, missionary physician and music scholar

Monk and Mug
A monk with a double chin drinking a mug of beer!

Muscles of the neck, historical artwork. The upper figure shows the front of the neck with the skin and fascia (connective tissue) removed to expose the musculature (red) and tendons

Tableau synoptic des traits physionomiques: pour servir a l etude du " portrait parle", ca. 1909

Two Japanese Chins
The Japanese Chin, also known as the Japanese Spaniel, is a dog acknowledged for its importance to Japanese nobility. Date: 1911

James Froude
JAMES ANTHONY FROUDE - British historian and writer. Date: 1818 - 1894

Close up of sculpture on Great Temple of Ramses II, Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt

WALTER O MALLEY (1903-1979). American sports executive. As President of the Brooklyn Dodgers, photographed in September 1955

Tweed Coat 1928
Young man sets out for walk over the moors in a single- breasted tweed overcoat with raglan sleeves & pocket flaps, he also wears a grey fedora hat with black hatband

FALL / JAPANESE CHIN / 1972
CHAMPION RIU GU FUDO Owned by Crawford. Date: 1972

Cast of Chu Chin Chow catch bus to Night of the Stage Ball
The cast of Chu Chin Chow at His Majestys Theatre board a bus and head for the Night of the Stage Ball at the Albert Hall held in aid of Sir Arthur Pearsons Fund for the children of blinded solders

Ara ararauna, blue-and-yellow maccaw
Plate from William Hayes Portraits of Rare and Curious Birds, With Their Descriptions, From the Menagery of Osterley Park, London, (1794)

Pablo Casals / Postcard
PABLO CASALS Spanish cellist, conductor and composer

Zola / Leandre / Rire 1897
EMILE ZOLA French novelist, exhausted after writing his novel Paris, which was published the following year

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1933
A pair of Japanese chins owned by Hudson, one sitting and one lying down

Anders Romberg, (c1750s). Creator: Isak Wacklin
Anders Romberg, (c1750s)

A jester, 1777/1783. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
A jester, 1777/1783

Emperor Charles VI, 1730/1735. Creator: Martin van Meytens
Emperor Charles VI, 1730/1735

A voluptuous, haggard dude, 1964. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
A voluptuous, haggard dude, 1964

Prince. Creator: Dan Springer
Prince

Helen Silver, actress. 1938

Chukchi woman with tattoos on her cheek, chin and arm, and ear piercings. (Chukotka region, Russia). From Joseph Billings

MUSSOLINI POSES, 1926
Il Duce sticks his chin out as he poses for the sculptor Dung (its a lot of crap) Date: 1883 - 1945

Anne of Austria, 1660. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Anne of Austria, 1660

Sketches of the Chin-Lushai expedition. Capture of Lalshimas village by the Cachar Military Police under Lieutenant Cole. Date: 1890

Portrait photograph by Janet Jevons of Beatrice ( Bea ) Lillie (1894-1989) on the cover of The Tatler, December 6, 1933 - Lillie (featured inset in costume)

A Fix - Black To Move, 19th century. Creator: Cheltnam
A Fix - Black To Move, 19th century

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1938
JUM OF ST OMER Owned by D Antonio. Date: 1938

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1936
SAKURA OF YEVOT Owned by Tovey. Date: 1936

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1972
CHAMPION RIU GU FUDO Owned by Crawford. Date: 1972

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1971
A Japanese spaniel, Cho Cho and her three puppies. Owned by Cross Stern. Date: 1971

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1958
A group of three Japanese Chins from the RIU-GU kennel, from left to right; ANARA, QUITO AND EKITA. Owned by Crawford. Date: 1958

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1934
Three tiny Japanese Chin puppies, two of them are sitting on books in front of a vase of flowers. Date: 1934

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1933
LITTLE TARTAR OF ST OMER Challenge certificate winner (1933) Owned by Mrs D Autour. Date: 1933

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1986
CHAMPION YEVOT MIYAKO Owned by Tovey. Date: 1986

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1960
COCORICO OF RIU-GU Owned by Crawford. Date: 1960

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1953
CHAMPION MITSU OF RIU-GU Owned by Alexander. Date: 1953

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1948
MILES TANGERINE OF MAYWOOD Owned by Miles. Date: 1948

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1939
CHAMPION YOSHITERU OF MIKAZUKI Owned by Bartlett. Date: 1939

Fall / Japanese Chin / 1922
Champion Hokusia Nippon Date: 1922

Yorkshire Terrier, lying with chin on the floor

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Chin: From Drunk Monks to Queen Alexandra's Beloved Dogs" Discovering the captivating realm of "chin, " we embark on a journey that takes us through various intriguing aspects. Starting with the enigmatic image of a drunk monk, we delve into Chinese culture and encounter the charming Chinese ti-tzu, so-na, yueh-chin, and la-pa instruments. Moving forward, we find ourselves in the presence of royalty as Queen Alexandra shares her affection for dogs, particularly Irish Wolfhounds beautifully depicted by Cecil Aldin's sketches. The connection between art and chin continues with Proust's ILS 1900 masterpiece transporting us to an era filled with elegance and sophistication. Our exploration then takes a scientific turn as we examine an intricate computer artwork showcasing the upper body skeleton. Delving deeper into history, Humphry Davy's groundbreaking world invention adds another layer of intrigue to our understanding of chin. Postcards become windows to cultural exchange as Schweitzer's postcard reveals yet another facet of this fascinating subject. A harmonious blend emerges when a mug meets a serene monk in an unexpected tableau capturing both tranquility and indulgence simultaneously. The allure extends beyond borders as two Japanese Chins grace our path, symbolizing unity amidst diversity. Understanding the importance of balance within our bodies becomes apparent when exploring the muscles of the neck intricately intertwined with chin dynamics. Finally, completing this synoptic tableau is an invitation to study physiognomic traits closely – unveiling secrets hidden beneath each individual’s unique "chin. " In this captivating journey through time and cultures alike, one thing remains certain: there is much more than meets the eye when it comes to "chin.