Excess Collection (page 6)

Oh, how heavy this freedom is, Anti-revolution satire, engraving, 1797
Italy, 18th century. " Oh, how heavy this freedom is." Anti-revolution satire, 1797. Engraving from Naples

Santa Claus on a cheeky Christmas card, pouring himself a glass of rye whisky. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

The Stomach Pump -- sad stuff, sad stuff. early 19th century

Merveilleuse Greqcque
Though some merveilleuses carry freedom to excess, others adopt a simpler, Grecian style in admiration of the heroic age which inspires the idealistic revolutionaries Date: 1794

Art Nouveau design, Nemo Ante Mortem Beatus
Art Nouveau design with the Latin saying: Nimitur in Vetitum (Excess is Forbidden, or We Strive for the Forbidden), a quotation from the Roman poet Ovid. Date: circa 1920s

Finishers on conveyance in front of hat factory in Offerton, Stockport, about to leave on a works trip in Augist 1907. Note the spare third horse additional to the two in harness

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Mobile Disinfecting Apparatus
Mobile Apparatus for separate on - and dissipation

Washing machine overflowing

Illuminated bar

Illustration showing excess Cholesterol in bloodstream over-saturating body cells

Black and white illustration of Guinness in tankard

Cross section biomedical illustration of cerebral shunt with valve inserted in brain of boy to remove excess cerebrospinal fluid with tube to carry into stomach

Illuminated streets of Shinjuku at night, Tokyo, Japan
Neon lights of Shinjuku at night, Tokyo, Japan

Shibuya crossing with illuminated neon signs at night, Tokyo, Japan

Illuminated skyscrapers of Manhattan at night, New York City, NY, USA

Pile of blue and yellow medication capsules

Allegorical picture of Excesses said to have been committed by the Huguenots, from Military
KW478269 Allegorical picture of Excesses said to have been committed by the Huguenots, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix

Les Invisibles, c. 1807 (coloured engraving)
XIR331782 Les Invisibles, c.1807 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

Taste, Hearing and Touch, 1618 (oil on panel)
XIR61052 Taste, Hearing and Touch, 1618 (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Jan the Elder (1568-1625); 176x264 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Le Gout, l Ouie et le Toucher; ); Flemish, out of copyright

The Revolt of Esquilache (oil on canvas)
XJL186944 The Revolt of Esquilache (oil on canvas) by Marti y Monso, Jose (19th century); Museo de Bellas Artes, Valencia

Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755-93) Queen of France, 1775 (oil on canvas)
XIR165804 Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755-93) Queen of France, 1775 (oil on canvas) by Gautier D Agoty, Jean-Baptiste Andre (1740-86); 160x128 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

The King is Drinking (oil on canvas)
XIR154134 The King is Drinking (oil on canvas) by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tournai, Belgium; Flemish, out of copyright

Gluttony, detail from the Table of the Seven Deadly Sins and the Four Last Things, c
XIR154096 Gluttony, detail from the Table of the Seven Deadly Sins and the Four Last Things, c.1480 (oil on panel) (see also 169586) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); 119.9x149.9 cm; Prado, Madrid

Charming Brute, 18th century (engraving)
XJF1072688 Charming Brute, 18th century (engraving) by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: George Frederick Handel (1685-1759) German-English composer born in Halle; ); out of copyright

Courtier following the last royal edict in 1633 and his lacquey (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR164572 Courtier following the last royal edict in 1633 and his lacquey (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bosse, Abraham (1602-76) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Village Festival, 1716 (oil on canvas)
BAL14110 Village Festival, 1716 (oil on canvas) by Verburgh, Rutger (b.1678); Alan Jacobs Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Alexander Orders the Destruction of His Armys Excess Baggage; Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant, Flemish, active 3rd quarter of 15th century; Lille (written), France

Woman grimacing, arms folded, (B&W), portrait

Woman with surprised look pointing on herself, (B&W), portrait

Woman with surprised look in studio, (B&W), portrait

Man cupping hand to ear, posing, smiling, (B&W), portrait

Woman wearing frill dress and headwear, portrait

Woman wearing frill dress and headwear, sitting on ground, portrait

aby pacifier covered in diamonds on blue
Extravagant sparkling baby pacifier covered in blue rhinestones on blue background with drop shadow

Beer Casualty
An early casualty of the Munich Oktoberfest

Shop inside the stock !. Building hidden by a thousand overcoats, brings chaos, but all were sold. All records in high speed salesmanship were broken by Mr Christiian Troelstrup

The sun, covered by thin clouds, illuminating a typical hut covered with snow at the Maloja Pass, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Some Spluga huts near the Maloja Pass submerged by meters of powder snow on a clear winter day, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

A starry night covering the Spluga huts submerged in snow near the Maloja Pass, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

The huts of Spluga covered in thick snow during a clear starry night, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Enchanted atmosphere during the blue hour at Alp Spluga, with some scattered huts covered in snow, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

The blue hour leaving its place to the night over some scattered huts in Spluga by the Maloja Pass, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Some scattered huts in a snowy landscape at Spluga by the Maloja Pass with the magical colors of the sunset, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Fruit in Sihanoukville Market, Sihanouk Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Snow-covered trees in winter, Nature Reserve, Kaltenbronn, Gernsbach, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Cobblestones, Prague. Czech Republic, Europe

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English author and lexicographer. Johnson and James Boswell (1740-1795) his friend and biographer, recovering from a hangover after a night on the town

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"Exploring the Depths of Excess: From Gin Lane to Neon Lights" Step into a world where excess knows no bounds, as we journey through captivating artworks and vibrant cityscapes that depict the allure and consequences of indulgence. In "Gin Lane, " William Hogarth's iconic 18th-century engraving, we witness the devastating effects of excessive drinking on society. Meanwhile, John Bull takes a lavish luncheon in "British Cooks cramming Old Grumble Gizzard with Bonne Chere, " highlighting gluttony at its finest. Fast forward to modern times, where neon signs illuminate Shinjuku in Tokyo, Japan—a bustling metropolis known for its extravagant nightlife and unrestrained consumerism. Across continents, Benidorm in Spain beckons tourists with its towering hotels and endless entertainment options—showcasing Europe's penchant for opulence. Delving deeper into history, Thomas Couture's masterpiece "The Romans of the Decadence" transports us to ancient Rome's final days—an era marked by debauchery and moral decay. Unmasking societal facades reveals hidden desires and secrets that lie beneath polished surfaces. In contrast to these grand displays lies an intimate scene captured in "Making a Pie 1912. " This glimpse into everyday life reminds us that even simple acts can be tainted by excess if taken too far. Similarly, war propaganda posters remind us how excessive patriotism can lead nations astray. But not all forms are negative; sometimes it is nature itself that overwhelms our senses. A solitary yellow tulip amidst a sea of red blooms in Lisse showcases nature's own exuberance during springtime—a reminder that beauty can emerge from abundance. From historical artistry to contemporary landscapes, this collection invites you to ponder the fine line between extravagance and restraint—and perhaps find your own balance amidst a world teeming with temptation.