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Ceremonial Dress Collection (#4)

"Ceremonial Dress: A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of Tradition" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of ceremonial dress

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portrait of Emperor Franz I, 1752 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Emperor Franz I, 1752 (oil on canvas)
869291 Portrait of Emperor Franz I, 1752 (oil on canvas) by Auerbach, Johann-Gottfried (1697-1753); 160.9x128.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Maquette for the statue of William Ewart Gladstone on The Strand, London, c

Maquette for the statue of William Ewart Gladstone on The Strand, London, c
876152 Maquette for the statue of William Ewart Gladstone on The Strand, London, c.1905 (plaster) (see also 876153) by Thornycroft

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portrait in Council House of Alderman Robert Kitchin (pencil & w / c on paper)

Portrait in Council House of Alderman Robert Kitchin (pencil & w / c on paper)
2832580 Portrait in Council House of Alderman Robert Kitchin (pencil & w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Henry Cruger, M. P. 1828 (pencil & w / c on paper)

Henry Cruger, M. P. 1828 (pencil & w / c on paper)
2832550 Henry Cruger, M.P. 1828 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portrait of H. M. King George VI (oil on canvas)

Portrait of H. M. King George VI (oil on canvas)
2830880 Portrait of H.M. King George VI (oil on canvas) by Lander, John St. Helier (1869-1944); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Purchased, 1944.; English

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Ladakhis, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)

Ladakhis, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498631 Ladakhis, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ladakh is a sparsely populated region of Jammu and Kashmir, India)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Pehriska-Ruhpa, Minatarre Warrior in the Costume of the Dog Dance

Pehriska-Ruhpa, Minatarre Warrior in the Costume of the Dog Dance
STC101397 Pehriska-Ruhpa, Minatarre Warrior in the Costume of the Dog Dance, plate 23 from Volume 2 of Travels in the Interior of North America, engraved by Rene Rollet, 1844 (aquatint) by Bodmer

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: H. R. H. the Prince of Wales (1762-1830) published by Hannah Humphrey in 1802

H. R. H. the Prince of Wales (1762-1830) published by Hannah Humphrey in 1802
NCO190117 H.R.H. the Prince of Wales (1762-1830) published by Hannah Humphrey in 1802 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Nathaniel P. Banks, Major General of U. S. Army, pub. 1861 (colour lithograph)

Nathaniel P. Banks, Major General of U. S. Army, pub. 1861 (colour lithograph)
5055711 Nathaniel P. Banks, Major General of U.S. Army, pub. 1861 (colour lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: King George V (oil on canvas)

King George V (oil on canvas)
1781612 King George V (oil on canvas) by Fildes, Samuel Luke (1844-1927); 214x150 cm; Royal Hospital Chelsea, London, UK; (add.info)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: William III (oil on canvas)

William III (oil on canvas)
1781583 William III (oil on canvas) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (studio of); 236x143 cm; Royal Hospital Chelsea, London

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: George III of Britain in 1810 on his Fifty Year Jubilee

George III of Britain in 1810 on his Fifty Year Jubilee
955612 George III of Britain in 1810 on his Fifty Year Jubilee, print by R Dighton after his own drawing made at Windsor, pub

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portrait of Emperor Josef II (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Emperor Josef II (oil on canvas)
869290 Portrait of Emperor Josef II (oil on canvas) by Hickel, Joseph (1736-1807); 92.4x73.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portrait of Queen Victoria (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Queen Victoria (oil on canvas)
829212 Portrait of Queen Victoria (oil on canvas) by Winterhalter, Franz Xaver (1805-73) (follower of); 76.2x60.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portrait of Queen Victoria in coronation robes (oil on paper laid down on canvas)

Portrait of Queen Victoria in coronation robes (oil on paper laid down on canvas)
829211 Portrait of Queen Victoria in coronation robes (oil on paper laid down on canvas) by Winterhalter, Franz Xaver (1806-73) (after); 64.8x41.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: The Lord Mayors Jewel, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Lord Mayors Jewel, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Lord Mayors Jewel, 1844. Ceremonial jewellery of the Lord Mayor of the City of London. The jewel contains, in the centre, the City arms, cut " in cameo", of a delicate blue

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Portion of the Lord Mayors Collar of Ss. 1844. Creator: Unknown

Portion of the Lord Mayors Collar of Ss. 1844. Creator: Unknown
Portion of the Lord Mayors Collar of Ss. 1844. Ceremonial dress of the Lord Mayor of the City of London. The collar...is formed of pure gold, and is composed of a series of links

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: The Lord Mayors Blue Robe, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Lord Mayors Blue Robe, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Lord Mayors Blue Robe, 1844. Ceremonial dress of the Lord Mayor of the City of London. In the Courts of Aldermen and Common Council, and other civic meetings, he is dressed in a blue silk robe

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: The Actor Bando Mitsugoro II in Ceremonial Robes with Kamishimo, 1751-1788

The Actor Bando Mitsugoro II in Ceremonial Robes with Kamishimo, 1751-1788

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: British Gentleman with Group of Eastern Potentates, 1860s. Creator: Unknown

British Gentleman with Group of Eastern Potentates, 1860s. Creator: Unknown
British Gentleman with Group of Eastern Potentates, 1860s

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: King William IV, (c1830s?). Creator: Unknown

King William IV, (c1830s?). Creator: Unknown
King William IV, (c1830s?). Portrait of William IV (1765-1837), King of the United Kingdom, in the ceremonial robes he wore at his coronation on 8 September 1831

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Lord Lyndhurst, c1830, (c1884). Creator: Unknown

Lord Lyndhurst, c1830, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Lord Lyndhurst, c1830, (c1884). John Copley, 1st Baron Lyndhurst (1772-1863), British lawyer and politician educated at a private school and Trinity College, Cambridge

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Lord Chatham, c1740, (c1884). Creator: Unknown

Lord Chatham, c1740, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Lord Chatham, c1740, (c1884). William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, (1708-1778) British Whig, educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Oxford

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Henry Pelham, c1740, (c1884). Creator: Unknown

Henry Pelham, c1740, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Henry Pelham, c1740, (c1884). Henry Pelham (1694-1754) British Whig educated at Westminster School and Kings College, Cambridge

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Nathaniel P. Banks, Major General of U. S. Army, pub. 1861 (colour lithograph) Creator

Nathaniel P. Banks, Major General of U. S. Army, pub. 1861 (colour lithograph) Creator
Nathaniel P. Banks, Major General of U.S. Army, pub. 1861 (colour lithograph). Major General Nathaniel Prentice Banks (1816-1894) in ceremonial dress; American Civil War; Union Army; Politician

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Two Crowns, Two Sceptres, May 12 1937

Two Crowns, Two Sceptres, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Tired Out, 1937

Tired Out, 1937
Tired Out, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: The Queen Mothers Procession, May 12 1937

The Queen Mothers Procession, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: King George VI leaves the Abbey, May 12 1937

King George VI leaves the Abbey, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Homage, May 12 1937

Homage, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Primate Kneels at the Kings Knees, May 12 1937

Primate Kneels at the Kings Knees, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: The Guards in Oxford Street, May 12 1937

The Guards in Oxford Street, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Queen Mary Leaves, May 12 1937

Queen Mary Leaves, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Peers Seek Their Cars, Passing Through Crowds, 1937

Peers Seek Their Cars, Passing Through Crowds, 1937
Peers Seek Their Cars, Passing Through Crowds, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Thomas Gabriel, Lord Mayor of London, c1865

Thomas Gabriel, Lord Mayor of London, c1865. Gabriel, Lord Mayor in 1866, seated and wearing ceremonial costume with chain of office

Background imageCeremonial Dress Collection: Sir John Barnard, Lord Mayor 1737, 1738. Artist: Joseph Highmore

Sir John Barnard, Lord Mayor 1737, 1738. Artist: Joseph Highmore
Sir John Barnard, Lord Mayor 1737, 1738. Sir John was a merchant and politician. As well as Lord Mayor of London, he was MP for the City, Sheriff (1735) and Alderman (1728-1756)




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"Ceremonial Dress: A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of Tradition" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of ceremonial dress. From the resplendent attire worn by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953 to the regal robes of the Royal Victorian Order, these garments hold a significant place in history. Traveling further back, we encounter two Sikh Princes of the Punjab captured in a mesmerizing black and white photograph from July 20th, 1918. Their traditional attire reflects their cultural heritage and showcases their noble lineage. Delving even deeper into history, we come across Prince Edward of Wales, who would later ascend to become King Edward VII. In an enchanting portrait from 1890 by W&D Downey, he dons an exquisite ceremonial dress that exudes elegance and grandeur. Not limited to royalty alone, ceremonial dress extends its influence across various cultures and eras. An Alderman of the City of London proudly displays his civic costume from 1805 while Native American warriors gather together adorned with war paint and symbolic garments on paper. The Laughing Cavalier immortalized by Frans Hals in 1624 captures a dashing figure dressed impeccably for courtly affairs. Similarly, Jan Hus before the Council of Constance in Vaclav Brozik's painting transports us to a pivotal moment in history when religious beliefs clashed amidst ornate vestments. Moving away from Europe's shores, we witness Truro's Beating the Bounds ceremony taking place on October 4th, 1912—a tradition steeped in community spirit as locals parade through their town wearing distinctive ceremonial garb. Venturing eastward towards Lo Manthang reveals local monks enveloped in vibrant ceremonial dress while playing Tibetan horns during a joyous festival—an awe-inspiring sight that celebrates spiritual devotion fused with cultural heritage.