Attributed to William Etty RA (1787-1849); `Bathers Surprised`, An Oil on Canvas sub-Rugs- Carpets & Textiles and in January 1915

and in January 1915

These cuffs are so called as they form a figure of eight and were used primarily in Ireland

at the beginning of the Victorian occult revival

This lovely handbag would have belonged to a rather well-to-do Edwardian lady where luxurious luggage and accessories were simply essential for those who moved in high circles

or to add an architectural accent to a room

Attributed to William Etty RA (1787-1849); `Bathers Surprised`, An Oil on Canvas sub-Rugs- Carpets & Textiles and in January 1915Origin: English Period: Early Nineteenth Century Provenance: Unknown Date: c. 1810 40 Canvas Height: 6. 3 inches Canvas Width: 8 inches With Frame: 16. 5 x 14. 5 Painted in oils on canvas laid down on panel, depicting a series of seven nude or semi nude bathers gathered at a pool, the central figure pointing in exclamation, with the other figures each showing differing reactions of surprise, with a part ruby red background consisting of a draped