Bridal Gown Collection

Jeff Lynne on his wedding day, 11th April 1972. Jeff Lynne, (aged 24) singer and songwriter with the Birmingham group, The Move, marries Miss Rosemary Adams (aged 19 and a trainee teacher)

Marie Julie Haliguer, 1930 (engraving)
8915427 Marie Julie Haliguer, 1930 (engraving) by Badoureau, Jean Francois (1789-1881); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Haliguer, Marie Julie)

The bridal robe of a Daimyo or Daimio's daughter in the 19th century, c.1913 (b/w photo)
3033746 The bridal robe of a Daimyo or Daimio's daughter in the 19th century, c.1913 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info)

Letter M: marriage; mayor; town hall; world map; trunk; mandolin; maries; macon; house; mill; medallion; military;
DUV4199550 Letter M: marriage; mayor; town hall; world map; trunk; mandolin; maries; macon; house; mill; medallion; military; coat

Marriage of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and Marie Louise of Austria (1791-1847), in April 1810
AIS5379476 Marriage of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and Marie Louise of Austria (1791-1847), in April 1810, 19th century (engraving); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; © Iberfoto

Lucio and Isabella, Illustration for "Measure for measure", by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
AIS5354615 Lucio and Isabella, Illustration for "Measure for measure", by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Lucio and Isabella)

Newlywed couple kissing, observed by the mother, 1904 (illustration)
8683017 Newlywed couple kissing, observed by the mother, 1904 (illustration); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple of newlyweds kissing each other)

Wedding at Brompton Oratory, London (b/w photo)
8676167 Wedding at Brompton Oratory, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wedding at Brompton Oratory, London)

Allegory of the marriage of Ferdinand VII of Spain (1784-1833) and Mary Christine of Bourbon Sicily (1806-1878)
AIS5354728 Allegory of the marriage of Ferdinand VII of Spain (1784-1833) and Mary Christine of Bourbon Sicily (1806-1878), 1829 (colour litho); Museo de Historia

The Marriage of Grace Kelly to Prince Rainier
***BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE*** 1956 - The Marriage of Grace Kelly to Prince Rainier. Prince Rainier III of Monaco (obscured) and Grace Kelly (to be Princess Grace of Monaco after marriage)

The great Panjandrum himself
3670879 The great Panjandrum himself by Caldecott, Randolph (1846-86); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: The great Panjandrum himself by Foote, Samuel)

A Bicycle Wedding, 1909 (colour litho)
498834 A Bicycle Wedding, 1909 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mariage en Bicyclette; cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25 April, 1909;)

Wedding of Grand Duke Ferdinand I de Medici to Christine of Lorraine, 1589 (painting on wood)
885919 Wedding of Grand Duke Ferdinand I de Medici to Christine of Lorraine, 1589 (painting on wood) by Salimbeni, Ventura di Arcangelo (1567/8-1613); Archivio di Stato, Siena

Wedding at Salwator (oil on canvas)
7381608 Wedding at Salwator (oil on canvas) by Bieszczad, Seweryn (1852-1923) ; 138 x 220 cm; National Museum, Krakow, Poland; (add.info.: by Seweryn Bieszczad (1852-1923))

Portrait of Mrs. Claus in her wedding dress, 1886 (painting)
7333030 Portrait of Mrs. Claus in her wedding dress, 1886 (painting) by Claus, Emile (1849-1924); Museum van Deinze en de Leiestreek, Deinze, Belgium; (add.info.: Museum van Deinze en de Leiestre)

Group of people in traditional traditional costume at a wedding in Styria, 1888, Austria, Historic
7279633 Group of people in traditional traditional costume at a wedding in Styria, 1888, Austria, Historic by Unknown Artist

Wedding in Alsace, 1888, France, History, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century painting, Europe
7279888 Wedding in Alsace, 1888, France, History, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century painting, Europe by Unknown Artist

Miss Havisham, illustration from Characters of Romance, first published 1900 (colour litho)
ELB109868 Miss Havisham, illustration from Characters of Romance, first published 1900 (colour litho) by Nicholson, William (1872-1949); Private Collection; © Desmond Banks; English

Costume of a bride of Lolland, Gotland, Oland, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7233991 Costume of a bride of Lolland, Gotland, Oland, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a bride of Lolland (Denmark)

Elegant Company, Out of Doors with the Arrival of the Bridal Couple (oil)
7076662 Elegant Company, Out of Doors with the Arrival of the Bridal Couple (oil) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721))

Her Weight in Gold, c. 1921 (oil on canvas)
5984014 Her Weight in Gold, c.1921 (oil on canvas) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Ferris)

A Hardanger Bride, 1905 (colour litho)
STC364704 A Hardanger Bride, 1905 (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Saetersdalen Bride, 1905 (colour litho)
STC364703 Saetersdalen Bride, 1905 (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

At the Altar, 1870s (oil on canvas)
BAL167067 At the Altar, 1870s (oil on canvas) by Zhuravlev, Firs Sergeevich (1836-1901); 99x134 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

A Vosse Bride, 1905 (colour litho)
STC364701 A Vosse Bride, 1905 (colour litho) by Jungman, Nico (1872-1935); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Bride, 1856 (oil on canvas) (see also 112995)
CRD126768 The Bride, 1856 (oil on canvas) (see also 112995) by Solomon, Abraham (1824-62); 111.7x83.8 cm; Croydon Art Collection, Museum of Croydon, UK; eCroydon Art Collection; English

Before the Wedding, 1880s (oil on canvas)
BAL126088 Before the Wedding, 1880s (oil on canvas) by Pryanishnikov, Illarion Mikhailovich (1840-94); Museum of Art, Serpukhov, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Mr Eion Merry and Miss Jean Crichton wed at Holy Trinity Church, Sloane Street, London. Mr Eion Merry of the Royal Horse Guards and Miss Jean Crichton were married at Holy Trinity Church

British Royal Wedding Memorabilia, 1897 (colour litho)
XCF290901 British Royal Wedding Memorabilia, 1897 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wedding of distinguished British officer in Hong Kong. The bridal party after the wedding in Hong Kong of Lt Colonel W N Nicholson and Miss P Higgs

Wedding group at Fittleworth, September 1927
Wedding group at Fittleworth, 24 September 1927 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N932

Double Wedding group with eight bridesmaids Chichester Photographic Society West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS3759-22

Wedding group in West Sussex, March 1937
Wedding group in West Sussex with bridesmaids and page boy, March 1937

Africa, Madagascar, Ranamafana. Madagascar blue pigeon (Alectroenas madagascariensis)

Double Wedding Group, October 1935 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N12144

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From timeless classics to unique moments, the bridal gown has always been a symbol of love and celebration. Jeff Lynne, on his wedding day in 1972, radiated joy as he walked down the aisle in a stunning gown that perfectly captured the spirit of the era. In another enchanting scene from history, we witness a Bicycle Wedding in 1909, where the bride's gown flows gracefully as she embarks on her new journey with her beloved. Centuries earlier, Grand Duke Ferdinand I de Medici and Christine of Lorraine exchanged vows amidst opulence and elegance; their regal attire reflecting their noble union. The painting captures every intricate detail of their exquisite bridal gowns. Moving forward to modern times, an oil painting titled 'Wedding at Salwator' showcases a contemporary bride glowing with happiness in her ethereal dress. Meanwhile, Mrs. Claus herself is depicted in her wedding dress from 1886 - a reminder that even magical figures experience moments of matrimonial bliss. The significance of tradition shines through in photographs capturing group celebrations like those seen at weddings in Styria and Alsace during the late 19th century. These images showcase brides adorned with cultural costumes that honor their heritage while celebrating love's unifying power. In literature too, bridal gowns hold symbolic meaning; Miss Havisham's haunting portrayal reminds us how emotions can be frozen within layers of tulle and silk. Finally, an engraving from the 16th century transports us back to Lolland Island where brides wore elaborate dresses fit for royalty. This glimpse into history reveals how fashion has evolved over time but never lost its ability to capture hearts. Whether it be through historical paintings or personal memories like Jeff Lynne's special day - each bridal gown carries its own story filled with dreams realized and promises made.