Top Hat Collection (page 18)

The image shows the last appearance of Lord Frederick Sleigh Roberts, before his death in 1914. Great Britain London. Date of Photograph:1913 - 1914

Man in a top hat in front of a poster France. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Naples. Beggar and handkerchief thief Naples. Date of Photograph:1865 ca

Portrait of Auguste Victor Laurent Casimir-Perier, French politician; carte de visite France. Date of Photograph:1865-1875

Portrait of Dsir-Albert Barre, French engraver and medalist; carte de visite France. Date of Photograph:1855-1865

Portrait of Charles Albert d'Arnoux, known as Bertall, French illustrator and engraver; carte de visite France. Date of Photograph:1855-1865

Portrait of Edmond Franois Valentin About, French writer and art critic; carte de visite France. Date of Photograph:1865-1875

Full-length portrait of the French novelist Ludovic Halvy in elegant Nineteenth century attire. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Portrait of the duke de Montmorency-Luxembourg, as indicated on the support; carte de visite France. Date of Photograph:1860-1880

A group of ladies in a carriage, Palermo Palermo. Date of Photograph:1899

Portrait of a lady with baby on board a coach to Catania Catania. Date of Photograph:17/03/1907

Couple in a carriage in a square, Catania Catania. Date of Photograph:17/03/1907

Portrait of Antonio Wulz in formal dress Trieste. Date of Photograph:1895 ca

Three-quarter length portrait of a gentleman in an elegant day dress of romantic period. He is holding an elegant top hat in his left hand. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

Full-length portrait of Otto Von Bismarck. The statesman, in day dress, rests his left hand on a table and holds a top hat in his other hand. Date of Photograph:1860 - 1870 ca

Agave with gigantic inflorescence. A man in late Nineteenth century day dress is next to the plant. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Full-length portrait in day dress of Marquis Alessandro Carlo Manfredi d'Angrogna Luserna, Marquis d'Angrogna and Count of Luserna, Gentleman of Duke of Genoa. Date of Photograph:1853-1865 ca

Full-length portrait of elderly man in day dress. Date of Photograph:1853-1865 ca

2-9 April 1903 International Meeting of Historical Sciences, Rome. Portrait of a group of five members of the Diplomatic History Section. At the center is count E. Greppi Rome

Viennese dancer Trieste. Date of Photograph:1931 ca

Portrait of Antonio and Guglielmo Wulz Trieste. Date of Photograph:1886 ca

Portrait of a young couple Trieste. Date of Photograph:1895 ca

A coachman sitting on the box of a carriage, of the English Cab type. Vehicle, seen from behind, can be seen the seat, from which hangs the coachman's cover who is sitting in profile

Group of people in costume during a village festival Europe. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

The king of England George V and queen Mary shown during an official ceremony at the Tate Gallery, in London. The sovereigns, elegantly dressed

Full length portrait, in profile, of an elderly man on horseback in elegant riding clothes and top hat. Date of Photograph:1879-1881

The large courtyard of the Old Market in Verona, with the staircase and portico. A group of civilians and soldiers in uniform are included in the picture Verona. Date of Photograph:1865

Portrait of young man with a top hat Florence. Date of Photograph:1860-1870

Portrait of Vieri Canigiani on horseback. The animal is in profile and the man wears sport clothes with a high hat. Date of Photograph:1870

Full-length portrait of young bride and groom in a garden. Date of Photograph:1885-1900 ca

Portrait of a group of well dressed men on the stairs of the tower of Palazzo Vecchio. Date of Photograph:04/06/1898

Group of gentlemen on the park lawn of the Royal Villa in Milan on occasion of the charity fair of 1865. Milan. Date of Photograph:1865 ca

Three-quarter length portrait of a young man in elegant late nineteenth century attire. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Half-length portrait of young man in casual clothes and cane. Date of Photograph:1870-1880 ca

Full-length portrait of a young man in elegant dress. He is standing and resting his left hand on a decorated newel lpost. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Portrait of an elderly man, standing, leaning against a column. He is wearing a coat with a fur collar and holds a top hat. Date of Photograph:1880-1885 ca

Full-length portrait of a young man, holding a top hat. He is leaning on a balustrade. Date of Photograph:1860-1867 ca

Full-length portrait of the singer Antonio Tamburini. The man wears a frock coat and holds a top hat Florence. Date of Photograph:14/05/1864

Full-length portrait of a young couple on their wedding day. Behind them the backdrop of the photographic studio can be glimpsed. Date of Photograph:1870-1880 ca

Full-length portrait of a young man in day dress and top hat. He is carrying a small book. Date of Photograph:1871-1880 ca

Portrait of a couple in an intimate pose. The man is holding the woman's hand with his arm tight around her shoulders. The woman seems intimidated. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Portrait of a young nobleman Florence. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Full-length portrait of a man in elegant clothes, with top hat and open umbrella. Date of Photograph:13/07/1867

Full-length portrait of a man in day dress with a top hat and cane. Date of Photograph:1854-1860 ca

Full-length portrait of the aristocrat Alfonso Ferrari Corbelli in elegant day dress. He is wearing a top hat and has a cane. Date of Photograph:1860-1865 ca

Full-length portrait of Massimo D'Azeglio, an important figure of the italian Renaissance. Date of Photograph:1854-1860 ca

Portrait of Giovanni Rucellai, florentine aristocrat: he is standing leaning on a pedestal with a top hat in his hand. Date of Photograph:1854-1862 ca

Outdoor banquet in the Gran Metempsicosi pavilion in the Tivoli Gardens in Florence Florence Tivoli Gardens. Date of Photograph:1871-1874 ca

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"From Isambard Kingdom Brunel to Fred Astaire: The Timeless Elegance of the Top Hat" Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of the iconic top hat. First popularized by English engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this distinguished headwear symbolizes sophistication and class. In a captivating image, we see Brunel standing proudly before the launching chains of his masterpiece, the Great Eastern. But it wasn't just engineers who donned this stylish accessory. Entertainers like Fred Astaire and Harpo Marx brought their own flair to the top hat. Astaire's graceful moves in "Top Hat" (1935) left audiences mesmerized, while Marx's comedic antics in "Duck Soup" (1933) added a touch of whimsy. The top hat even found its way into political cartoons, portraying England as an imperialist octopus grabbing land across continents. Meanwhile, old sea dogs and influential figures like Mrs Lloyd George, David Lloyd George, Winston Churchill, and Mr Clarke were often seen sporting these timeless hats. Literature also embraced this fashion statement; Lewis Carroll's Alice joined the Mad Hatter for a topsy-turvy tea party immortalized by Sir John Tenniel's wood engraving in "Alice Adventures in Wonderland" (1865). J. M. W Turner captured its elegance with his pencil drawing that showcased both artistry and refinement. Not limited to individuals alone, institutions such as LLOYDs OF LONDON featured grand rooms where gentlemen gathered wearing their finest attire – including their beloved top hats – as depicted in an exquisite line engraving from 1890. Even Hollywood recognized the allure of this headpiece; Marlene Dietrich exuded glamour when she wore it in Josef von Sternberg's "The Blue Angel" (1930), adding an air of mystery to her character. Through centuries and across various realms.