Blanch Collection

Jolly Nellie (642 pounds) - whilst at an exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. From the small coal mining community of Jobs near the Athens-Hocking county line

Miss Leslie Blanch by Frieda Harris
Miss Leslie Blanch (1904 - 2007), theatrical designer, depicted with her pet dog in a painting by Frieda Harris (1877 - 1962), the wife of Sir Percy Harris MP

Blanch, neice to King John (engraving)
3649970 Blanch, neice to King John (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blanch, neice to King John. King John. From an engraving by De Bie)

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Blanch de la Tour, daughter of Edward III, from her monument in the Chapel of St. Edward.. Handcolored engraving from Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period drawn by Charles

Cover of Eve Magazine 4 May 1927
Artwork by Blanch Date: 1927

Front cover of Eve Magazine 2 June 1926 featuring a sketch by Blanch Date: 1926

Joanot Martorell (1413-1468). Tirant lo Blanch. Initial Lett
Joanot Martorell (1413-1468). Valencian knight and writer. Tirant lo Blanch (Tirant the White). Initial letter of the inscription belonging to the print edition in Valencia in 1490 by Nicolau

Joanot Martorell (1413-1468). Valencian writer in Catalan. Tirant lo Blanch. Dedication page of the edition printed in Valencia in 1490 by Nicolau Spindel (facsimile). Valencia University Library

Cover of Eve Magazine 8 June 1927
Cover of Eve magazine - artwork by Blanch Date: 1927

Using saucepan of hot water to blanch ripe tomatoes

Blanch Blower
Modern haymaking on a British farm, showing a close-up of the rotary rake and the intake of the Blanch Blower, a device for collecting hay after cutting. Date: 1960s

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"Blanch: A Remarkable Journey from a Coal Mining Community to Tokyo Exhibition" Meet Jolly Nellie, a true force of nature weighing an astonishing 642 pounds. Hailing from the small coal mining community of Jobs near the Athens-Hocking county line, Nellie Blanch Lane (1898-1955) captured hearts and minds at an exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. Her captivating presence even graced the cover of Eve Magazine on May 4th, 1927. Miss Leslie Blanch, portrayed by Frieda Harris, radiated elegance and charm in this stunning portrait that left readers mesmerized. Did you know that Blanch was also related to royalty? She was none other than the niece of King John himself. An engraving immortalizes her connection to nobility and adds another layer to her intriguing story. But it doesn't end there - Blanch's allure extended beyond her family lineage. The front cover of Eve Magazine on June 2nd, 1926 featured a sketch that perfectly captured her beauty and grace, and is no wonder she became such a sensation during those times. Blanch's fascinating journey takes us back centuries as we discover Joanot Martorell (1413-1468), a Valencian writer in Catalan who penned "Tirant lo Blanc. " This literary masterpiece showcased his talent and creativity while inspiring countless generations with its initial letter illustration. Eve Magazine couldn't resist featuring this incredible author once again on their cover page. On June 8th, 1927 they paid homage to Martorell's brilliance alongside their coverage of Blanch's extraordinary life. From coal mines to royal connections, exhibitions in far-off lands to being immortalized on magazine covers - Blanch has left an indelible mark on history. Her story reminds us that greatness can emerge from unexpected places and captivate hearts across borders and time itself.