Connoisseur Collection (#6)

A tarte fine d oignon - onion tart with salad and a glass of water and white chateauneuf. The restaurant Le Verger de Papes. Chateauneuf-du-Pape Chateauneuf, Vaucluse, Provence

A tin of black caviar with slices of bread and a spoon of mother-of-pearl to scoop up the precious eggs " Caviar et Prestige" Saint Sulpice et Cameyrac Entre-deux-Mers Bordeaux Gironde

The Gourmand

The Connoisseur by Topham
The girl is saying Oh, Quite ! Date: Christmas Number 1926

TEA TASTER
Miss Margaret Irving, pictured in her London tasting office, was the only woman tea taster in Britain and an authority in London as a connoisseur of all blends of tea. Date: circa 1930

Michael Bryan
MICHAEL BRYAN Art connoisseur and historian, whose Dictionary of Painters and Engravers is one of our standard reference books. Date: 1757 - 1821

Robert Bragge
ROBERT BRAGGE Art dealer and connoisseur, depicted studying a book. Date: DIED BEFORE 1787

Drinking Wine
A connoisseur holds up his wineglass to the light Date: 1878

WINE
A connoisseur examines a bottle Date: 1878

Long Trained Skirts 1875
Dresses: cascading trains & jacket bodices (with revers & ruched sleeves or high collar, pointed basque & back-lacing like a corset) & over-skirts in plaid or floral prints

Beer Connoisseur
An appreciative beer drinker studies the colour and aspect of his ale

Cigar Connoisseur
English gentleman sets his pipe on one side as he contemplates the pleasures offered on a cigar chart

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"Unveiling the World of a Connoisseur: A Journey through Time and Taste" Step back in time to the elegant 1930s, where refined individuals gathered for tea tastings. Delicate porcelain cups clinked as connoisseurs savored every sip, immersing themselves in the art of tea appreciation. Transport yourself further into history to the Salon of Painting and Sculpture of 1857. The grand main room in the Palais de l'Industrie gallery became a haven for connoisseurs, who marveled at masterpieces that stirred their souls and ignited their passion for art. In another corner of this captivating world, an advertisement catches your eye. Puttie Field Boots by The London Shoe Co Ltd promise comfort and style fit for discerning tastes. Only a true connoisseur would appreciate such craftsmanship. Next, you stumble upon an advert showcasing Allen & Wright's Briar and Meerschaum pipes. These exquisite smoking accessories were sought after by those who understood the nuances of tobacco flavors and enjoyed indulging in moments of relaxation with sophistication. As you continue your journey, portraits come alive before your eyes. Sir Robert Shore Milnes, Lieutenant Governor of Lower Canada; Charles Dickens as a young boy captured in silhouette; Mrs Humphreys, a talented actress - all subjects admired by connoisseurs who appreciated beauty in various forms. The stage beckons with Elizabeth Inchbald gracing it both as an English novelist and actress extraordinaire. Ann Maria Tree captivates audiences with her portrayal of Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night while Elizabeth Yates mesmerizes as Miss Hardcastle on another theatrical adventure. Amidst these artistic wonders stands Mademoiselle de Beaujolais immortalized by Jean-Marc Nattier's brush strokes - her allure captivating even the most refined taste buds. And there is Captain William Bentinck portrayed by George Romney, a connoisseur's dream of naval valor and distinguished charm.