Refined Collection

Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, Noon
Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, 2. Noon. A group of Huguenots attend the French Church in Hog Lane, London (right), opposite an eating house and a group of disreputable people (left)

Nord Wagons-Lits poster
Poster from French company PLM for the Nord Wagons-Lits London to Vichy Pullman service. A couple enjoy tea in the comfortable interior of a pullman train carriage

Indonesian Dancers
Two royal court dancers performing the female style of Javanese dance. The bent knees, flexed wrists and refined movements are characteristic of this style

Kaufmann Lady Cycle Troupe refined trick cyclists. One bicycle in photograph with the lady cyclists wearing ruched shorts to the knee, long sleeved blouses, tights and flat shoes

Residfiner at an oil refinery
Oil refinery. This is the residfiner area, where crude oil products are processed to remove any impurities, such as sulphur

Oil refinery worker
MODEL RELEASED. Oil refinery worker checking the feed pre-heater in the hydrofining area of an oil refinery. The hydrofining area is where crude oil products are processed to remove impurities such

Phrase of Love
Shihya Kowatari

Dearborn Limited Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Dearborn Limited, promoting refined toilet table essentials, including Mercolized wax, Stallax hair shampoo, Prolactum lip colour

Beard Watson's Advertisement
An illustration of a cottage dining room at Beard Watson's, interior furniture and floor covering specialists. The image shows a simple yet refined room, of a humble cottage. Date: circa 1916

Reflections (oil on canvas)
GLS314022 Reflections (oil on canvas) by Cadell, Francis Campbell Boileau (1883-1937); 116.8x101.6 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c. 1804-07 (marble)
5324912 Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c.1804-07 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info)

Evening in an Elegant Restaurant in Paris (engraving)
5999567 Evening in an Elegant Restaurant in Paris (engraving) by Truchet, Abel (1857-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Evening in an Elegant Restaurant in Paris)

Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c. 1804-07 (marble)
482173 Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c.1804-07 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info)

Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c. 1805 (marble)
482172 Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c.1805 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info)

A French Gentleman of the Court of Louis XVI and a French Gentleman of the Court of
NCO190145 A French Gentleman of the Court of Louis XVI and a French Gentleman of the Court of Egalite, published in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Interior with a carpet, a sword and a jug on a table, a cello on a chair
995854 Interior with a carpet, a sword and a jug on a table, a cello on a chair, a coat hanging on a cupboard, a cat playing with a ball, a maid beyond (oil on canvas) by Man

Citizens Visiting the Bastille, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving)
2966823 Citizens Visiting the Bastille, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rich Dandy Wearing a Monocle and Tophat, 1902 (colour litho)
3034684 Rich Dandy Wearing a Monocle and Tophat, 1902 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Victorian illustration of a rich dandy wearing a tophat and monocle; lithograph)

The Friend of Humanity and the Knife Grinder, 1797 (hand-coloured etching)
BAL42770 The Friend of Humanity and the Knife Grinder, 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); O Shea Gallery, London

Coutts Lindsay, The Grosvenor Gallery from Vanity Fair
XYC290784 Coutts Lindsay, The Grosvenor Gallery from Vanity Fair 3rd February 1883 (chromolithograph) by Jopling, Joseph Middleton (1831-84); Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Mr Michael H

The Refined Student (engraving)
3648039 The Refined Student (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Refined Student)

Musical rabbits with piano on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Busts of Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c. 1805, and another lady (marble)
1152788 Busts of Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c.1805, and another lady (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); eThe Devonshire Collections

A Full Back, mounted postcard (colour litho)
NFM315455 A Full Back, mounted postcard (colour litho) by English School; National Football Museum, Manchester, UK; eNational Football Museum; English, out of copyright

Portrait of a Man, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190115 Portrait of a Man, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Tea in the Garden (oil on canvas)
XPG381844 Tea in the Garden (oil on canvas) by Cayron, Jules (1868-1940); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Betrothal: A Young Couple in an Elegant Interior, 1678 (oil on canvas)
BAL207906 The Betrothal: A Young Couple in an Elegant Interior, 1678 (oil on canvas) by Neer, Eglon Hendrick van der (1634-1703); 85.5x70.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: ewer and basin)

Asphalt, Trinidads Lake of Pitch, where a practically inexhaustible supply of bitumen is found (b / w photo)
6008252 Asphalt, Trinidads Lake of Pitch, where a practically inexhaustible supply of bitumen is found (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asphalt)

By Particular Desire (w / c on paper)
XPG381893 By Particular Desire (w/c on paper) by Goodman, Maude (fl.1874-d.1938); Private Collection; English, it is possible that some works by this artist may be protected by third party rights in

A Literary Salon in the 18th Century (pen and sepia wash on paper)
CHT169021 A Literary Salon in the 18th Century (pen and sepia wash on paper) by Dandre-Bardon, Michel Francois (1700-83); Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris

The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797
NCO191292 The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c. 1804-07 (marble)
482174 Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c.1804-07 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info)

Window w1 depicting the Entry into Jerusalem (stained glass)
720279 Window w1 depicting the Entry into Jerusalem (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise de St. Nicolas, La Ferte-Milon, France; French, out of copyright

Lady Mary Fitzalan (oil on canvas)
DON279053 Lady Mary Fitzalan (oil on canvas) by Eworth or Ewoutsz, Hans (fl.1520-74) (after); 213.4x118.1 cm; His Grace The Duke of Norfolk, Arundel Castle; (add.info.: Mary Howard (nee Fitzalan)

Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190143 Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c. 1804-07 (marble)
5324911 Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte, c.1804-07 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info)

Actor Robert Cousins December 1955

Actor Robert Cousins smoking a cigarette December 1955

The Nose Game - Artistic Nose D9, Denotes Refinement. Date: 1927

African Leopard (Panthera pardus) lying down in forest, looking at camera, Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya. Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya

Cheetah (Acinonix jubatus) sitting on fallen tree, Msai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Cheetah (Acinonix jubatus) standing on fallen tree, Msai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Russian gold bullion
Gold bullion. Stack of gold bars photographed at the Novosibirsk refinery, Russia

Actor Terry Thomas smoking a cigarette May 1959

African Leopard (Panthera pardus) lying down in forest and yawning, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Silhouette of an 18th century dance
Silhouette of couples at an 18th century dance. 1717

Oil refinery towers. An oil refinery is where crude oil, a mixture of hydrocarbons, is refined (separated) in parts called fractions

Pipestills at an oil refinery
Oil refinery. Atmospheric pipestill (right) and a vacuum pipestill (left). These are distillation towers (stills) where hot crude oil is separated into parts called fractions

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"Refined: A Journey Through Art, Industry, and Elegance" Immerse yourself in the world of refinement as we explore various facets of art, industry, and sophistication. From William Hogarth's iconic "Four Times of the Day" series to the vibrant Indonesian Dancers gracefully moving to their traditional beats. Step into a bygone era with the Nord Wagons-Lits poster that transports you back to an age of luxurious train travel. Witness the grace and skill of performers from Kaufmann Lady Cycle Troupe as they captivate audiences with their daring acts. Marvel at the intricate machinery at Residfiner oil refinery while an oil refinery worker meticulously tends to his craft. Admire the timeless beauty captured in Dearborn Limited Advertisement and Beard Watson's Advertisement that epitomize elegance. Allow your gaze to wander upon "Reflections, " an exquisite oil on canvas painting that invites contemplation and introspection. Feel your heart flutter as you encounter a heartfelt Phrase of Love that resonates deep within your soul. Gaze upon Letitia Ramolino Bonaparte's marble sculpture from 1804-07, a testament to both artistic mastery and refined taste. Finally, bask in the ambiance of Evening in an Elegant Restaurant in Paris through a mesmerizing engraving that transports you straight into this sophisticated setting. Join us on this journey where every detail is carefully curated for those who appreciate life's refined pleasures. Open your eyes wide; let these glimpses into artistry, industry, and sophistication leave an indelible mark on your senses.