Waistcoat Collection (page 41)

Thomas Newenham, c. 1749 (oil on canvas)
XYC146905 Thomas Newenham, c.1749 (oil on canvas) by Haytley, Edward (fl.1746-61); 49.5x34.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Henry Bellenden, Allan Ramsay, 1713-1784, British

Quentin McAdam, Henry Raeburn, 1756-1823, British

A Country Gentleman, Henry Walton, 1746-1813, British

Frederick, Prince of Wales Inscribed, lower center: Frederick Prince of Wales Atat
Frederick, Prince of Wales Inscribed, lower center: " Frederick Prince of Wales Atat: Suosz", Charles Philips, 1708-1747, British

The Profligate Punished by Neglect, Edward Penny, 1714-1791, British

Thomas Abraham of Gurrington, Devon, John Opie, 1761-1807, British

Tobias Smollett, Perhaps by Robert Scaddon, active 1743-1774, British

William Johnstone-Pulteney, Later 5th Baronet, Thomas Gainsborough, 1727-1788, British

Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: ADevis
Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: " ADevis pinx | 1741", Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Ceramic Jockey and Racehorse: he in black cap, blue jacket, pink waistcoat and white breeches; the horse, sponged black with purple saddle cloth (reins missing)

Edward George Lind and His Son, Montague, Sir William Beechey, 1753-1839, British

Self-Portrait Signed and dated in ochre brown paint, lower right: JWARD [in
Self-Portrait Signed and dated in ochre brown paint, lower right: " JWARD [in monogram] R.A | 1830", James Ward, 1769-1859, British

Learning about the Hounds, Thomas Butler of Pall Mall, active 1750, British

An Unknown Man, Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1723-1792, British

Self-Portrait ?, Attributed to Herman G. Herkomer, 1863-after 1915, American

Clayton Jones Seth Jones, Thomas Gainsborough, 1727-1788, British

Euphrates Euphrates with Thomas Whitehurst up, and his trainer, Mr. W. Dilly Signed and dated, lower left: " W Webb 1825", William Webb, ca. 1780-1845, British

Sultan at the Marquess of Exeters Stud, Burghley House, Lambert Marshall, 1810-1870, British

The Deserters Home Signed and dated, lower left: Rich Redgrave 1847"
The Deserters Home Signed and dated, lower left: " Rich Redgrave 1847", Richard Redgrave, 1804-1888, British

Self-Portrait, Sir David Wilkie, 1785-1841, British

Euxton, with John White Up, at Heaton Park Buxton with John White up Inscribed, lower right: " Melton Mobray" Signed and dated, lower right: " J

Preparing for the Hunt Hunting Party Signed, center right on staircase: J
Preparing for the Hunt Hunting Party Signed, center right on staircase: " J. Wooton|Pinx", John Wootton, 1682-1764, British

Lamprey, with His Owner Sir William Morgan, at Newmarket Lamprey at Newmarket, with a Group of Figures Including Sir William Morgan, his Owner Signed in brown paint

Dr. Richard Wright, Joseph Wright of Derby, 1734-1797, British

Captain John MacBride Inscribed, in artists hand, in blue paint, lower left: " Captain MacBride" Signed and dated in blue paint, lower left: " 1788", in later hand in blue paint

Reapers Signed and dated, lower right: Geo : stubbs pinx | 1795, George
Reapers Signed and dated, lower right: " Geo : stubbs pinx | 1795", George Stubbs, 1724-1806, British

An Ornithologist, Probably John Latham An Ornithologist, Probably Mr. Thomson, Animal and Bird Preserver to the Leverian and British Museums (Previously Identified as Dr. John Latham), 1802 Dr

NEW YORK: CHATHAM STREET. Tight, My Child? You Look Like and Angel In It! A man and boy getting outfitted in ill-fitting clothes at Chatham Street in downtown Manhattan

Man wearing casual clothes at a flea market during a city tour

GIUSEPPE ZANARDELLI (1824-1903). Italian statesman. Photograph, mid or late 19th century

Chimpanzee wearing vest (B&W)

Crowd of people crossing street, (B&W)

Woman crossing street in winter, (B&W), (rear view)

Senior man with cigar in mouth, (B&W), portrait

Young businessman in studio smiling, (B&W), portrait

Businessman holding thumbs in waistcoat, smiling, (B&W), portrait

People walking on street in snowstorm

Elegant couple walking on street, (Rear view) (B&W)

People crossing street in rain, (B&W), elevated view

Boy and girl (12-13) holding hands outdoors, (B&W)

Afghan Coats
Two young hippies wearing fur coats, about to trek to London. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

People Outside DNC At Tammany Hall, NYC
Men and women walk outside the Democratic National Convention held at Tammany Hall, New York City, 1890s. (Photo by Frederic Lewis/Getty Images)

Portrait Of Stanford White
Portrait of American architect Stanford White (1853 - 1906), as he poses with his hands behind his back, dressed in a suit, waistcoat, and tie, 1890s. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Male and female models in Christmas morning scene
Male and female models in a Christmas morning scene with tree and presents. 1959

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"The Waistcoat: A Timeless Fashion Statement Across Eras and Cultures" From the iconic painting "The Ringers of Launcells Tower" by Frederick Smallfield to the modern masterpiece captured by artist Alan John Ainsworth in Pat Martino's portrait, the waistcoat has remained a symbol of sophistication and style. Even pop star Boy George of Culture Club embraced this fashion trend as he posed confidently in his waistcoat after the group achieved great success, securing their spot among music legends. The Victorian gardener with his watering can in Chelmsford also donned a waistcoat while tending to nature's beauty, showcasing its versatility beyond formal occasions. Sports teams like Millwall Athletic football team proudly wore their waistcoats during group photos, exemplifying unity and camaraderie both on and off the field. Meanwhile, Sigmund Freud's sepia photograph revealed even intellectuals appreciated this fashionable garment. Music transcends time and genres, as seen when Bruce Springsteen electrified audiences at Villa Park with The E Street Band while sporting a stylish waistcoat. Similarly, James Braid showcased his sartorial elegance on golf courses around Scotland during the early 1900s. In Cornish wrestling history, James Polkinghorne stood tall wearing a traditional waistcoat that represented strength and heritage. And who could forget Perranporth beach in Cornwall during 1921? Even amidst sand dunes and crashing waves, individuals strolled along the shore adorned with their beloved waistcoats. Carnaby Street became synonymous with fashion rebellion in the swinging 1960s era - where vibrant colors met bold patterns - making it no surprise that many fashion-forward individuals sported trendy waistcoats along this iconic street. Lastly, an amusing French postcard depicted a frog dressed impeccably in human clothing - including a charming little waistcoat - reminding us that even whimsy can find its place within our wardrobes.