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Group photo inside the Tivoli Gardens in Florence Florence Tivoli Gardens. Date of Photograph:1871-1874 ca

Gentleman on horseback in the Roman countryside, Torrenova Rome Torrenova. Date of Photograph:08/03/1915

Group of people on horseback during a fox hunt in Acqua Acetosa, Parioli district, Rome Rome Acqua Acetosa. Date of Photograph:01/03/1915

Horse riders during a fox hunt in Capannelle in Rome Rome Capannelle. Date of Photograph:07/01/1915

Man on horseback jumping a fence in the Roman countryside Rome Monte Mario. Date of Photograph:18/02/1904

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Hats over a tree Italy. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

Top-hat and funnel Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

"Carnival" Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Top-hats Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Portrait of grup of soldiers, ladies and gentlemen during a party Italy. Date of Photograph:1860 ca

Group photograph of the participants at a notary's convention held on the 24th May 1869 Italy. Date of Photograph:24/05/1869

Dr. de Tapi Celeyran, painting, Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901), Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, Albi France Albi, Musee Toulouse-Lautrec Painting Post-impressionism, Nineteenth-Twenty century

Public scribe in Naples Naples. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Child with drum and cylinder, traditionally called "player Putaputa Caccavello", a street in Naples Naples. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

"Top-hat" Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Tuba and red blanket Florence. Date of Photograph:1961

The Promenade of Ripetta with a view on St. Peter's Dome, Rome Rome The Promenade of Ripetta. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Portrait of married couple Coppini Florence. Date of Photograph:1898

Portrait of Conte Delle Teste Rasponi on his gig, with his coachman Florence. Date of Photograph:19/06/1901

Count Della Gherardesca next to a carriage. Italy. Date of Photograph:1900 - 1910

Portrait of Mrs. Flori on horseback. A greyhound is in the foreground. Italy. Date of Photograph:1893

Portrait of a woman on a horse, with a greyhound sitting next to them Florence. Date of Photograph:04/05/1893

Portrait of the gentleman Zeggio Florence. Date of Photograph:1896

Portrait of a young gentleman Kermel, multiple image Florence. Date of Photograph:1865

Portrait of Mr Wickemberg Florence. Date of Photograph:1868

A true Roman descendent, drawing by Bartolomeo Pinelli displayed in the Museum of Rome Rome Palazzo Braschi, Museum of Rome Drawing Romanticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Portrait of a young lady on horseback Florence. Date of Photograph:1893

A hackney coach, horse-drawn mode of public transport, in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca

Street singer from Les Cris de Paris, 1823-25 (litho)
7440995 Street singer from Les Cris de Paris, 1823-25 (litho) by Vernet, Carle (1758-1836); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: By Carle Vernet)

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You Look Good to Me, (print)
3673951 You Look Good to Me, (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

The Coach Republic Mr. Frederick O. Beach, Whip. - On the Road to Tuxedo Nyack, November 1892 - Horsed by Mr
3671519 The Coach Republic Mr. Frederick O. Beach, Whip. - On the Road to Tuxedo Nyack, November 1892 - Horsed by Mr. Pierre Lorrillard Jr. & Mr

Founder of tin forks and spoons from Les Cris de Paris, 1823-25 (litho)
7440994 Founder of tin forks and spoons from Les Cris de Paris, 1823-25 (litho) by Vernet, Carle (1758-1836); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: By Carle Vernet)

In the Stock Exchange, 1891 (oil on canvas)
7755354 In the Stock Exchange, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Brutt, Ferdinand (1849-1936); 74 x 99.5 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Ferdinand Brutt)

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Portrait of the poet Hanvin, 1895-1900 (Oil on panel)
7425528 Portrait of the poet Hanvin, 1895-1900 (Oil on panel) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); 48x24 cm; Museu de Arte, Sao Paulo, Brazil; (add.info.: by Giovanni Boldini); Luisa Ricciarini

Judging Hackney Stallions, 1893
3671509 Judging Hackney Stallions, 1893 by Allen, William Sullivant Vanderbilt (1860-1931); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Coach of Colonel William Jay - At the Annual Meet of the Coaching Club - New York, May 27, 1893
3671651 Coach of Colonel William Jay - At the Annual Meet of the Coaching Club - New York, May 27, 1893 by Allen, William Sullivant Vanderbilt (1860-1931); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Water closets at the Office of the Theatre Francais, from Tableau de Paris, 1815-30 (w/c on paper)
XIR247725 Water closets at the Office of the Theatre Francais, from Tableau de Paris, 1815-30 (w/c on paper) by Opitz, Georg Emanuel (1775-1841); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Queens County Hunt, 1893
3671666 The Queens County Hunt, 1893 by Allen, William Sullivant Vanderbilt (1860-1931); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

The Meadom Brook Hunt, at Westbury L.I, November 1892
3671551 The Meadom Brook Hunt, at Westbury L.I, November 1892 by Allen, William Sullivant Vanderbilt (1860-1931); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Tandem Shooting Cart, 1893
3671657 Tandem Shooting Cart, 1893 by Allen, William Sullivant Vanderbilt (1860-1931); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Opus 217. Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones and Tints
XIR53827 Opus 217. Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones and Tints, Portrait of Felix Feneon in 1890 (oil on canvas) by Signac

The Markets at Les Halles, 1831 (w/c on paper)
XIR166591 The Markets at Les Halles, 1831 (w/c on paper) by Opitz, Georg Emanuel (1775-1841); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: By Georg Opitz)

The Concorde Bridge seen from the terrace of the Tuileries, 1833 (w/c)
902366 The Concorde Bridge seen from the terrace of the Tuileries, 1833 (w/c) by Boys, Thomas Shotter (1803-74); 25.7x19.7 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Portrait of Georges Courteline, c.1898 (oil on canvas)
XIR222747 Portrait of Georges Courteline, c.1898 (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Leopold (1866-1935); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Companions of the Tour de France celebrating, c. 1845 (engraving) (b/w photo)
CHT163762 Companions of the Tour de France celebrating, c. 1845 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

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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.