Comely Collection

Coronation Visitors at the Alexandra Palace Camp (litho)
1629808 Coronation Visitors at the Alexandra Palace Camp (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation Visitors at the Alexandra Palace Camp)

Comely indigo, Indigofera decora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London

Comely auricula, Primula decora. Handcoloured botanical engraving from John Sims Curtiss Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1817

There was an Old Person of Bromley, whose ways were not cheerful or comely (litho)
966255 There was an Old Person of Bromley, whose ways were not cheerful or comely (litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: There was an Old Person of Bromley)

Wet Under Foot, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1812 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190151 Wet Under Foot, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1812 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English

Bloemfontein Cathedral (Interior) (b / w photo)
3092512 Bloemfontein Cathedral (Interior) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bloemfontein Cathedral (Interior)

Nursery-man, in Comely-Garden, Edinburgh. Title page / title-engraving by Cowan from William Boutcher, A treatise on forest-trees. Date: 1775

Girolamo Genga
GIROLAMO GENGA Italian artist and architect, accompanied by two comely female assistants and the tools of his trade. Date: 1476 - 1551

J H Forsyth
J H FORSYTH - obscure cleric who might serve as a model for those comely curates and dishy divines that Punch liked to depict drooled about by female members of the congregation... Date: circa 1841

Comely ladys slipper, Cypripedium venustum.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn by John Curtis and engraved by Weddell from Curtiss Botanical Magazine, 1820, Samuel Curtis, Walworth, London

Comedy in the country. Tragedy in London, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827, engraving 1807, two designs on one plate. Above, two rows of burlesqued yokels (with two comely women, and an ugly old one)

Comedy In The Country. Tragedy In London, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827, Engraving 1807, Two Designs On One Plate. Above, Two Rows Of Burlesqued Yokels (with Two Comely Women, And An Ugly Old One)

Milton / Comus 1634
And they, so perfect is their misery, Not once perceive their foul disfigurement, But boast themselves more comely than before. Date: First published : 1634

BYRON DON JUAN
A dramatically romantic episode in the life of Don Juan - he is shipwrecked, and succoured by a pair of comely (of course) females

Bierkeller Waitress 1901
Waitress in a German bierkeller brings tankards of foaming ale to her customers

Eel Pie Shop
A well-dressed businessman, walking near Temple Bar, Strand, London, is overtaken by a craving for an eel-pie - or is it the comely shop assistant who attracts him ?

United Kingdom Tea
Comely ladies from Scotland, England and Ireland agree that the United Kingdom Tea Companys Teas are truly delicious !

Bar Lady and Customer
A dapper fellow savours champagne and a cigar whilst in conversation with a comely bar lady, or barmaid

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"Captivating Comely: A Mosaic of Elegance and Charm" Step into the world of comeliness, where beauty takes on various forms. From the regal Coronation Visitors at the Alexandra Palace Camp to the delicate petals of the Comely indigo and auricula flowers, this captivating collection celebrates all things comely. In a lithograph titled "There was an Old Person of Bromley, " we glimpse a somber figure whose demeanor lacks cheerfulness but still holds a certain allure. Similarly, in "Wet Under Foot, " a hand-colored etching from 1812, we witness how even amidst adversity, grace can be found. The monochromatic ambiance within Bloemfontein Cathedral's interior captures comeliness in its simplicity. The black-and-white photograph transports us to a space where tranquility meets grandeur. Artistic mastery shines through Girolamo Genga's works and J H Forsyth's creations as they skillfully depict scenes that embody both comedy and tragedy. These contrasting emotions remind us that true beauty lies not only in joy but also in moments of sorrow. Venturing into Edinburgh's Comely-Garden Nursery reveals another facet of charm - the diligent work of nurturing nature's wonders. Here, amidst vibrant blooms like the Comely lady slipper orchid, one witnesses how dedication can transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary sanctuaries. As we explore Rowlandson's engraving "Comedy In The Country. Tragedy In London, " we are reminded that life is filled with contrasting narratives; yet within them lies an undeniable allure that captivates our hearts. In this mosaic celebrating all things comely, each piece adds depth to our understanding of what it means to be truly beautiful. Whether it is found in art or nature or even within ourselves, comeliness reminds us to appreciate every facet of existence – both light and dark – for they contribute to our unique tapestry of life.