Ceremonies Collection (#24)

The sun out in force at the botanic gardens in glasgow as the west end festival comes to a close

Edinburgh festival aug 1998 edinburgh festival parade a samba dancer dances in the street

Edinburgh festival street performers. Icon dance theatre white mask

Edinburgh fringe festival august 1997 theatre of snow from poland perform in holyrood park

Science Festival Edinburgh December 1998 Aliens Captain Zogon and Ensign Thuff

Edinburgh Festival August 1998 man performer climbing up between two pillars

Edinburgh Festival Fireworks display September 1998

The Notting Hill Carnival Aug 1999 Dancers in the streets of Notting Hill wearing flamboyant costumes

Edinburgh festival parade 50th year of edinburgh fdestival shows procession cavalcade on princes street edinburgh. August 1997

George Cole actor with his wife and Rula Lenska actress and wife of actor Dennis Waterman kissing and holding a giant cracker

Actress Jill Adams attends a chimps Christmas party December 1955

Film director Alfred Hitchcock and Marlene Dietrich On the set of "Stage Fright"
Film director Alfred Hitchcock and Marlene Dietrich On the set of " Stage Fright" September 1949

Elizabeth Taylor May 1959 with Husband Eddie Fisher

Prince Charles visits Raj Maha Temple on arrival in Colombo in Sri Lanka. February 1998

Prince Andrew after the ceremony March 1988

Joss Ackland Actor with family at Christmas

Joss Ackland Actor with family at Christmas

Prince Charles in Kathmandu, Nepal, February 1998 He bows his head as he meets five virgins on a trip to Nepal

Prince Charles hands together as he arrives in Colombo in Sri Lanka in February 1998

Queen Mother and Princess margaret Trooping the Colour 1998 in carriage

22 year old Philip was dressed as Cupid in Piccadilly Circus in London for a charity launch at the Trocadero

Entertainment of two boxing Boys - Ezbekieh Gardens, Cairo
Entertainment of two boxing Boys (Owen and Dade) at the Ezbekieh (Esbekieh, Ezbekiya, Azbakeya or Azbakia) Gardens, Cairo, Egypt. The MC is Sergeant Chase and the photographer was K. Bolam

Anglo-Belgian war memorial unveiled, 1920
The unveiling of the Anglo-Belgian War Memorial on the Victoria Embankment, London, on 12th October 1920, the fifth anniversary of the shooting of Edith Cavell in Brussels

PILO, Carl Gustav (1711-1793). The Coronation of King Gustav III of Sweden. Oil. SWEDEN. Stockholm. The Nacional Museum of Fine Arts

Mask. Bembe Art (Democratic Republic of the Congo and western Tanzania). African art. Sculpture on wood. BELGIUM. FLANDERS. BRABANT. Tervuren

Reliquary Guardian Figure (ethnicity Kota or Bakota, Fang). They protect the relics of the ancestors and are helpful to communicate with their gods and to curse their wives in case of infidelity

Juan Carlos I of Spain
JUAN CARLOS I of Spain (1938). King of Spain from 1975. The Prince Juan Carlos participating in Commemoration of the Victory Parade of 1936 of the spanish civil War. April 1, 1970. SPAIN. Madrid

Cover of programme for the visit of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales to open the Edgar Allen
Original at Sheffield Local Studies MP 2587 M

The Bull Dance (oil on canvas)
XMV2639908 The Bull Dance (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Caodaist disciples sitting during ceremony, Cao Dai temple, Tay Ninh Holy See, Tay Ninh, Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam, December

Caodaist disciples kneeling during ceremony, Cao Dai temple, Tay Ninh Holy See, Tay Ninh, Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam, December

Caodaist disciples sitting beside colourful columns with dragons during ceremony, Cao Dai temple, Tay Ninh Holy See, Tay Ninh, Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam, December

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Ethiopia - surma girl spectator during the Ceremony of Donga among Surma Date:

Picture No. 10780597
Ethiopia - Ceremony of Donga among Surma Date:

Sky Lanterns at the Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Krathong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Chiang Mai
Sky Lanterns at the Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand in spot colour

The Sacring of the Queen, Coronation 1953
Queen Elizabeth II in the simple white gown in which she was anointed. The Knights of the Garter hold a Pall/Canopy of cloth-of-gold over her. Date: 1953

Scapegoat Released
During the Jewish ceremony of Solemn Expiation, a High Priest draws lots for two goats, and the scapegoat is sent out into the desert to atone for their sins. Date: BC

PHRYNE, a Greek courtesan, is accused of profaning religious ceremonies, but her lawyer Hyperides wins an acquittal when she strips on the shore before the judges

African Circumcision
Circumcision is a crucial rite of passage in most African societies, the occasion for solemn ceremonies such as this tribal procession in south or west Africa

Emperor Hirohito Coronation
Kyoto, Japan: November, 1928 The Kashikodokoro, Ark of the Sacred Mirror, dedicated to the soul of the Sun Goddess, passing in the coronation ceremonies of Emperor Hirohito

Masked man, Festival, Trashichhoe Dzong (monastery), Thimpu, Bhutan

The pretty Andean church at the village of Isluga. Built in the 17th century, the church has thick, whitewashed adobe walls. The main building is enclosed by a low wall trimmed with arches

Samburu initiates sing during the month after their circumcision. As their wounds heal, their dances become more energetic

A Samburu initiate with bird skins hanging from his headband. While their wounds heal for a month after circumcision, initiates spend their time wandering in the countryside attempting to kill as

A Samburu initiate takes aim at a bird with a blunt arrow. While their wounds heal for a month after circumcision, initiates spend their time wandering in the countryside attempting to kill as many

A Samburu youth is forcibly restrained after throwing a fit in the tension-filled days leading up to his circumcision. It is not uncommon for Samburu youths and warriors to succumb to hysterical

A Samburu boy in reflective mood after his circumcision. A day after the ordeal, he will hang in his pierced earlobes copper earrings normally worn by married women

A Samburu youth, his head freshly shaved, has milk poured over him from a wooden gourd-like container decorated with green grass prior to his circumcision

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"Celebrating the Splendor: A Glimpse into Captivating Ceremonies Around the World" Witnessing Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai, Thailand - a mesmerizing spectacle of Floating Sky Lanterns illuminating the night sky during this enchanting ceremony. Reflecting on History: The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, an iconic moment captured forever in time. Delving into Tradition: Unveiling the intricate Map of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey, showcasing centuries-old customs and rituals. The Majestic Regalia: Exploring Britain's Coronation Regalia, a dazzling display of crowns, scepters, and other symbols of royal power and authority. Paying Tribute: Honoring fallen heroes at the Cenotaph Ceremony – a solemn occasion to remember those who made ultimate sacrifices for their countries. Secrets Unveiled: Peering into the Initiation Rituals of Freemasonry that have intrigued generations with their mysterious traditions and symbolism. Crowning Glory: Reliving the historic moment when Queen Elizabeth II ascended to her throne amidst grandeur and pageantry. Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Women's International Football Match at Plough Lane, Wimbledon – a testament to gender equality in sports through fierce competition and skillful play. Love Beneath Mistletoe Magic: Capturing an endearing snapshot from Christmas 1956 as a young boy steals a kiss under mistletoe – spreading joy and love during festive times. Savoring Ethiopian Culture: Partaking in an ancient Coffee Ceremony where rich aromas fill the air while coffee is brewed meticulously – symbolizing hospitality and community bonding in Ethiopia. Racing for Pancakes. Joining participants as they dash through streets flipping pancakes high above frying pans during exhilarating Pancake Races – an age-old tradition that brings laughter and excitement. A Royal Inauguration.