Parisienne Collection

Paris Gargoyle
Black Peter the stone gargoyle of Notre Dame is 250ft above the ground. All Parisienne children know he watches out for naughty children

Good bye and Thank You ! Mind my make-up- illustration from la Vie Parisienne, 1918 (litho)
3029674 Good bye and Thank You ! Mind my make-up- illustration from la Vie Parisienne, 1918 (litho) by Martin, Charles (1884-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Revoir et Merci)

Madame X (Madame Pierre Gautreau), 1883-84, (oil on canvas)
1127610 Madame X (Madame Pierre Gautreau), 1883-84, (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 207x110 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Vie Parisienne Drawing
How a Vie Parisienne drawing is done

Advert, William Suggs Patent Gas Burners
Advert, William Suggs Celebrated Patent Gas Burners, Vincent Works, Vincent Street, Westminster, London. 1880

Parisienne models wearing fashionable feathered hats 1914
Fashionable parisienne models wearing the latest hats with feathers. Date: 1914

Parisienne models wearing headdresses 1914
Fashionable parisienne models wearing the latest headwear and hair. Date: 1914

Parisian woman in the Place de la Concorde, c. 1890 (oil on canvas)
XIR19975 Parisian woman in the Place de la Concorde, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Beraud, Jean (1849-1935); 35x26 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Platinum Blonde Flapper
A typical flapper with platinum blonde bobbed hair, green eye-shadow, rouge and pencil thin eyebrows. She wears emerald and diamond bangles, ear-rings & beads

View of Paris, 1749
6266240 View of Paris, 1749; (add.info.: A View of Paris taken from the middle of Pont Neuf towards Pont Royal. From an engraving dated 1749 by Remigius Parr after a work by Jacques Rigaud)

Entitled: "Paquin dress illustration by George Barbier, 1912." Jeanne Paquin (1869 - 1936) was a leading French fashion designer, known for her resolutely modern and innovative designs

Entitled: "Man's suit and overcoat by Lus and Befve. Gazette du Bon Genre. Fashion plate by Pierre Mourgue, 1922." La Gazette du Bon Ton was a small but influential fashion magazine

Entitled: "Fumme (Ablaze) fashion plate by Barbier, 1920. George Barbier (October 10, 1882 - March 16)
Entitled: "Fumme (Ablaze) fashion plate by Barbier, 1920. George Barbier (October 10, 1882 - March 16, 1932) was one of the great French illustrators of the early 20th century

Entitled: "Le Soulier de Satin (The Satin Slipper)" 1937. Jeanne-Marie Lanvin (January 1, 1867, July 6)
Entitled: "Le Soulier de Satin (The Satin Slipper)" 1937. Jeanne-Marie Lanvin (January 1, 1867, July 6, 1946) was a French fashion designer

Man in loose fitting coat, waistcoat, trousers and boots
Man in loose fitting coat of grey cloth with velvet collar, pink-and-white check waistcoat, hazelnut colour trousers and soft boots. Handcoloured lithograph by E

Versailles, France. Antiques in the Palace of Versailles

Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, France at night

Paris, France. Detail of a crypt in the Pere Lachaise cemetery in Paris

Music cover, Chez Marseille, words by Durand-Dahl, music by Felicien Vargues Date: 1895

The Parisian Sphinx, 1875-77 (oil on canvas)
471189 The Parisian Sphinx, 1875-77 (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); 72x53 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Les Modes (colour litho)
XCF285182 Les Modes (colour litho) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection

Femme a l ombrelle ou La Parisienne, 1913 (oil on canvas)
5667432 Femme a l ombrelle ou La Parisienne, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Delaunay, Robert (1885-1941); 122.8x90.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

View of Paris, 1749
6116582 View of Paris, 1749 by Parr, Remigius (fl.1736-51) (after); (add.info.: A View of Paris taken from the middle of Pont Neuf towards Pont Royal)

Belle Epoque Paris, Fashionable lady taking tea (colour litho)
5198085 Belle Epoque Paris, Fashionable lady taking tea (colour litho) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fashionable lady taking tea)

Belle Epoque Paris, Fashionable lady having her portrait painted (colour litho)
5198082 Belle Epoque Paris, Fashionable lady having her portrait painted (colour litho) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fashionable lady having her portrait painted)

L Avenue du Bois (detail), 1880 (monotype, black carbon ink on India paper)
5938101 L Avenue du Bois (detail), 1880 (monotype, black carbon ink on India paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 11.8x16.1 (image); 17.2x20.5 (sheet) cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Pierre-Joseph Redoutes School of Botanical Drawing in the Salle Buffon in the Jardin
615611 Pierre-Joseph RedoutA©s School of Botanical Drawing in the Salle Buffon in the Jardin des Plantes, 1830 (w/c & graphite on paper) by Ribault, Julie (b.1789); Fitzwilliam Museum

Sarah Brown Posing as Cleopatra for the Bal des Quat z arts, 1893 (b / w photo)
495416 Sarah Brown Posing as Cleopatra for the Bal des Quat z arts, 1893 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman with a fan, 1900 (colour litho)
XIR379772 Woman with a fan, 1900 (colour litho) by Grasset, Eugene (1841-1917); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Femme a l eventail; Belle Epoque; ); French, out of copyright

Girl pulling up her socks (b / w photo)
3093259 Girl pulling up her socks (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl pulling up her socks)

Two dancing teams who entertain on the polished floors of Hotels and Night Clubs, 1928. Ricardo and Lucita (top left) introducing a new dance Fantasie Parisienne and Jimmy Pendleton and Valeda Worth

Dining in a medieval baronial room
English tourists dining in a medieval baronial room in Scotland. Man in suit of armour holding a large urn in front of a stained glass window

Woman in pansy-coloured dress, apron and shawl
Woman in pansy-coloured dress, chiffon apron, cornette a la paysanne hat, long gloves and lace shawl. Handcoloured lithograph by A

Woman in white dress ornamented with pink bouffants
Woman holding sheet music in white dress ornamented with pink bouffants, black crepe and lace bonnet, pink corsage and fichu, black velvet belt. Handcoloured lithograph by A

Woman in white dress with pink trim, striped apron
Woman in white dress with pink trim, casque hat with pink panaches, and striped apron. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Carrache after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les Modes

Woman in pansy dress with straw-coloured apron, bonnet with white lace. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Carrache after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les Modes Parisienne sous

Woman in white dress with velvet design, red velvet hat and long straw-colour gloves. Handcoloured lithograph by E. Bracquet after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les Modes

Woman in white dress with yellow trim with fan
Woman in white dress with yellow trim, yellow slippers, yellow and violet hat, with fan. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Lacourriere after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les

Woman in white dress with straw-coloured trim and garnet belt, capote hat in garnet silk. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Lacourriere after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les

Woman in white dress with black velvet trim, red waistcoat, blue fur sash, white hat ornamented with flowers. Handcoloured lithograph by E

Woman in white dress and corsage with green trim, pink apron, and pink and lace capote. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Carrache after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les Modes

Woman in hazelnut-colour dress, fichu-chemise and blue hat
Woman in hazelnut-colour dress, fichu-chemise, blue hat and long straw-colour gloves. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Paul Lacourriere after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les

Man in hazelnut colour coat with monocle
Man in hazelnut colour coat, green culottes and gloves, black boots and hat with tricolor cockade. Handcoloured lithograph by A

Woman in white tunic dress trimmed with lilac velvet, velvet hat with lace veil, and yellow fichu. Handcoloured lithograph by A

Sarah Elizabeth, Susannah and Sophia Copley, daughters of John Copley, 1st Baron Lyndhurst. Two younger sisters playing with the ringlets of the oldest sister Sarah

Belle Epoque Paris, Fashionable lady in a box at the theatre (colour litho)
5198087 Belle Epoque Paris, Fashionable lady in a box at the theatre (colour litho) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fashionable lady in a box at the theatre)

Portrait of Madame Jules Guillemet, c. 1880 (black chalk)
BOO73768 Portrait of Madame Jules Guillemet, c.1880 (black chalk) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 31.3x22 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright

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"Parisienne: A Tapestry of Timeless Elegance and Artistic Expression" Step into the enchanting world of Parisienne, where history, art, and fashion intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the mystical allure of the Paris Gargoyle perched atop ancient buildings to the enigmatic gaze of Madame X in Pierre Gautreau's iconic painting, this city has always been a muse for artists. In 1914, Parisienne models donned exquisite headdresses that adorned their heads like crowns, epitomizing grace and sophistication. Their fashionable feathered hats became symbols of style that transcended time. The Vie Parisienne Drawing captures the essence of this vibrant era with its lively depiction of people immersed in the bustling streets. Amidst it all, an advertisement for William Suggs Patent Gas Burners reminds us that even amidst artistic fervor, practicality finds its place. Transport yourself back to c. 1890 as you witness a Parisian woman strolling through Place de la Concorde on canvas. Her poise and elegance radiate from every brushstroke—a testament to the timeless beauty found within these streets. Embrace your inner Platinum Blonde Flapper as you explore Chez Marseille's music cover—an invitation to revel in jazz-filled nights at one of Paris' most renowned venues. The rhythm pulsates through your veins as you dance under dimly lit chandeliers. But let us not forget La Parisienne or Minoan Lady—Minoan art whispers tales from centuries past when civilizations thrived on creativity and innovation. This artwork connects cultures across borders and showcases how beauty knows no boundaries. As we journey further into time, we encounter a man dressed in loose-fitting attire—a reflection of Soho's eclectic spirit on London's Old Compton Street W1. His unique sense of style mirrors his surroundings—a melting pot where individuality flourishes unapologetically. Parisienne is more than just a word.