Bawdy Collection (#3)

Sic itur ad astra scilicet, Hooghe, Romeyn de, 1645-1708, artist, 1681. 1 print : etching. Print shows scene in a bawdy house of pleasure frequented by Father Petre

Het lusthuys van Pater Peters, en de Jesuwijten en Munniken, ontdekt door, Sic itur ad astra, scilicet, [1681?], 1 print (broadside) : etching with letterpress

The Breakfast, from Scenes at Bath (w / c & ink and graphite on paper)
XYC234019 The Breakfast, from Scenes at Bath (w/c & ink and graphite on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 12.1x19.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

Rejoicing at Les Halles to Celebrate the Birth of Dauphin Louis of France (1781-89)
XIR171522 Rejoicing at Les Halles to Celebrate the Birth of Dauphin Louis of France (1781-89) 21st January 1781, 1783 (oil on canvas) by Debucourt

The Exhibition Stare-Case, Somerset House, c
XYC159598 The Exhibition Stare-Case, Somerset House, c.1800 (w/c with grey & brown wash on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 44.7x29.8 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

A Caricature Group, c. 1776 (oil on canvas)
XYC146046 A Caricature Group, c.1776 (oil on canvas) by Mortimer, John Hamilton (1741-79); 83.8x106.7 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

DANCER: LITTLE EGYPT, 1893. The exotic dancer Little Egypt, the stellar attraction of the Worlds Columbian Exposition at Chicago, Illinois, 1893

CIRCUS POSTER, c1899. Ringling Bros. Crandall and his comic burlesque equestrian act on his riding mule Thunderbolt. Chromolithograph, c1899

DANCER: LITTLE EGYPT, 1893. The burlesque dancer Little Egypt, the stellar attraction of the Worlds Columbian Exposition at Chicago, 1893

VAUDEVILLE POSTER, c1899. Lithograph poster for the Joseph Hart Vaudeville Company at the Weber and Fields Music Hall in New York City, c1899

EXERCISE AT HOME, 1921. The benefits of not having a maid and having to do the house cleaning yourself. Illustration by G. Pavis from a 1921 issue of La Vie Parisienne

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, 1921. A piquant young woman helps bring forth Spring flowers from her seat on a gargoyle. Illustration from a 1921 isssue of La Vie Parisienne

SIDESHOW POSTER, c1955. American sideshow poster featuring Booptee, the antlered pin-up girl, c1955

Texas Guinan (1884-1933), Queen of the Nightclubs, in one of the New York City speakeasies that she operated during
SPEAKEASY/PROHIBITION. Texas Guinan (1884-1933), Queen of the Nightclubs, in one of the New York City speakeasies that she operated during Prohibition in the 1920s. Oil over a photograph

Oil over the most popular pin-up photograph of World War II
BETTY GRABLE (1916-1973). Oil over the most popular pin-up photograph of World War II

Still from the 1929 motion picture Queen of the Night Clubs, starring Texas Guinan
FILM STILL: NIGHTCLUB, 1929. Still from the 1929 motion picture Queen of the Night Clubs, starring Texas Guinan

American Can-Can dancers, mid-20th century photograph
CAN-CAN DANCERS. American Can-Can dancers, mid-20th century photograph

MOTHER GOOSE, 1833. Once in my life I married a wife. Wood engraving from the Munroe and Francis edition, Boston, 1833

Catherine I of Russia
Ekaterina I Alexeyevna, second wife of tsar Peter I, Lithu- -anian laundry-maid who exploited laws of succession to seize power when he died - a bawdy amiable woman. Date: 1684 - 1727

JOSEPHINE BAKER (1906-1975). American dancer. Photographed at Paris, c1929

JOSEPHINE BAKER (1906-1975). American entertainer, photographed c1929 in Paris

Faust in Auerbachs Wine Cellar
Faust in Auerbachs wine cellar. Faust, is a legend dating back to early Christianity but in its present form based on Dr. Johann Faust who lived in Heidelberg during the sixteenth century

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"Bawdy: A Luxurious Indulgence in Comforts and Satirical Delights" Step into the world extravagance, where luxury intertwines with scandalous humor. In this captivating etching by Charles Williams circa 1801, we witness a satire on an advertisement for Rumford stoves - Sir Benjamin Thompson's ingenious invention that revolutionized fireplaces. The colorization adds a touch of opulence to this masterpiece. Amidst the mirthful scene, a daring woman raises her skirts, fearlessly scaring off the devil himself. Her audacity echoes the spirit of American actress pin-up photographs during World War II - capturing hearts and boosting morale among our armed forces. Transporting us back to 1920 Germany is Walter Schnackenberg's Odeon Casino poster. Its vibrant display entices patrons into a realm filled with excitement and entertainment. Meanwhile, Eduard Thony's drawing from 1926 introduces us to Nacktkultur (Nudism), embracing freedom and celebrating natural beauty. Humor takes center stage as we stumble upon a funny saucy wedding postcard, reminding us that laughter can be found even in the most unexpected places. La Goulue, a French can-can dancer depicted in c1888 nude study photograph, exudes both sensuality and confidence. The Brilliants lithograph from 1801 transports us to an era where elegance meets artistic brilliance through black-and-white photography. On another note entirely, Lewis Baumer's illustration portrays two women immersed in conversation at a Cafe Chantant - their expressions hinting at secrets shared over cups of coffee. Delving further into history brings forth "The Embracing Cavalier, " an oil painting dating back to c. 1660-65; its passionate embrace transcends time and speaks volumes about love's enduring power. Lastly but certainly not least is Sally Rand - an iconic American burlesque dancer who captivated audiences with her enchanting performances.