Shrewd Collection

Horse Dealers, 1918 (oil on canvas)
2823384 Horse Dealers, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Bevan, Robert Polhill (1865-1925); 48x66 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

"Himself"(b / w photo)
6005826 " Himself" (b/w photo) by Piratsky, Karl Karlovich (1813-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Himself." Illustration for Types of Irish Life)

Cupid, from the New Pantheon No. 4, published by Hannah Humphrey
NCO253703 Cupid, from the New Pantheon No.4, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1799 (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

St Valentines Morn, a Shrewd Guess (engraving)
3637906 St Valentines Morn, a Shrewd Guess (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Valentines Morn, a Shrewd Guess)

Look at the mother before becoming engaged to the daughter
498197 Look at the mother before becoming engaged to the daughter, 1931 (colour litho) (see also 498196) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Bird Seller (oil on canvas)
SCP38786 The Bird Seller (oil on canvas) by Pensionante de Saraceni, (17th century); 95x71 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E4, Denotes Shrewdness. Date: 1927

BUYING THE GOOSE
A shrewd housewife feels whether the goose is plump enough for the family Christmas dinner Date: 1909

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E9, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E8, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E7, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E6, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E5, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E2, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E10, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E1, Denotes Shrewdness. 1927

Russell Sage
RUSSELL SAGE American financier, a shrewd operator who died worth $70m, a tidy sum even now, still more so in those days. Date: 1816 - 1906

Jacob Kleinjogg - 2
KACOB KLEINJOGG Swiss peasant farmer whose shrewd methods earned him the title of The Rustic Socrates and the praise of many, including Benjamin Franklin. Date: EARLY 18TH CENTURY

Jacob Kleinjogg - 1
KACOB KLEINJOGG Swiss peasant farmer whose shrewd methods earned him the title of The Rustic Socrates and the praise of many, including Benjamin Franklin. Date: EARLY 18TH CENTURY

The Money Lenders (oil on panel)
XIR211523 The Money Lenders (oil on panel) by Reymerswaele, Marinus van (c.1490-c.1567); Musee du Palais Carnoles, Menton, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

A Millionaire, drawing the attention of a pretty girl. I wonder if money is indeed her best friend...! Date: 1895

Barred Owl; Strix varia;

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"Shrewd: A Glimpse into Cunning and Cleverness in Art" In the world of art, shrewdness can be found in unexpected places. Take for instance "Horse Dealers, 1918, " an oil on canvas masterpiece that captures the astuteness of those involved in equine trade. The horse dealers' eyes gleam with a knowing look, revealing their sharp business acumen. Similarly, "Jewish Shrewdness, " a page from Gli abiti dei Veneziani inked on paper, showcases the intelligence and resourcefulness often associated with this community. The black and white photo highlights their ability to navigate complex situations with finesse. A captivating photograph titled "Himself" portrays a man whose sly smile hints at his shrewd nature. One cannot help but wonder what secrets lie behind that mischievous gaze. Moving away from human subjects, we encounter Cupid from the New Pantheon No. 4 publication by Hannah Humphrey. This depiction of love's mischievous deity reveals his cunning ways as he plays tricks on unsuspecting hearts. An engraving named "St Valentines Morn, a Shrewd Guess" invites us to ponder the clever calculations made by lovers trying to decipher each other's intentions on Valentine's Day morning. It reminds us that love can require strategic thinking too. The saying goes, "Look at the mother before becoming engaged to the daughter. " This timeless advice is illustrated beautifully in "The Bird Seller, " an oil on canvas artwork where one can almost sense the vendor evaluating potential suitors through keen observation. Meanwhile, "The Stock Exchange Speculator" transports us back to Munich in 1849 when financial markets were rife with cunning maneuvers and calculated risks. This painting serves as a reminder of how intellect and strategy play crucial roles even outside traditional realms of artistry. "The Nose Game - Commercial Nose E4" captures the essence of shrewdness in a whimsical manner.