Ceremonies Collection (#28)

Society Girls At Birthday Ball
New York, New York: c. 1933. Society girls gather around the Presidents Birthday Ball cake at the Waldorf-Astoria

Brick Ceremony At PPIE
San Francisco, California: c. 1915. A ceremony involving women and bricks at the Pan Paciific International Exposition

Worlds Fair Aquacade Pool
New York, New York: February 14, 1939 Olympic swimming star Eleanor Holm is ready to crack a bottle of champagne to christen the new 275 foot swiming pool at the New York Worlds Fair

Naval Review Fortress Monroe Ceremonies The Presidents Visit The Flag-ship. Drawn J. O. Davidson, US, USA, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880, Maritime, Nautical, Sea, Water

The Flatbush Boys Club
New York, New York: c. 1927. Members of the Flatbush Boys Club in Brooklyn pose in front of the club with the Flatbush Boys Club Band in back on the steps

NY Celebration Of St. Paulino
New York, New York: c. 1927. Part of the great throng that watched the ancient Italian custom of the festival of St. Paulino, featured by the dancing of the 110 foot skyscraper for six blocks

AmaPondo (Xhosa) boy wrapped in rugs with white clay (I-Futa) on face, after being circumcised (uku-Lukwa) and having finished initiation / seclusion period during which they are known as aba-Kweta

Roman terracotta incense burner C016 / 4540
Roman terracotta incense burner, or censer, in the form of a bust of the god Dionysus

Freemasonry Assembly to receive the Masters (18th c.). Etching. SPAIN. Madrid. National Historical Archive of Madrid

Azteca Empire. Sacrifice to the good Tezcatilipoca
" Azteca Empire. Sacrifice to the good Tezcatilipoca. Picture of the fol. 84v " Libro de las Ceremonias" (Book of Ceremonies, mss. 218). Aztec art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Florence

Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Kratong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Mae Jo, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

High Mass. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Palm Sunday procession in France. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Native American ceremonies from Mexico. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Moon worship in Africa. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Depiction of Hindu worhip with fakirs. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Native American worship in Virginia. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

A Turkish marriage procession. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Buddhist temple. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

The Hindu god Ganesh with the head of an elephant. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Moslem festival at Bairam. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Three depictions of Dervishes and one of a Turk at prayer. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Freemasons in their hall. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Mecca. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Anglican Christians celebrating Communion in St Pauls Cathe

Lutheran Christians celebrating Communion. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Armenian Christians commemorating the dead. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Orthodox Christian baptism in the Jordon. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Depiction sacraments of Extreme unction and Confession. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Depictions of Baptism. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Jewish ceremonies and feasts. From: Histoire gnrale des crmonies, moeurs, et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde. Date: 1741

Ochre Pits Used by Australian Aboriginals for decoration, ie to beautify or when mourning or for religious ceremonies
DH-3152 Ochre Pits - West Macdonnell National Park Alice Springs, Nthn Territory, Australia Used by Australian Aboriginals for decoration, ie to beautify or when mourning or for religious ceremonies

Dedication ceremonies - Ida B. Wells Homes... parade along South Parkway... Chicago Housing Authority. Poster showing a trowel and a wreath. Date 1940

Washington, DC Representatives of 26 United Nations at Flag day ceremonies in the White House to reaffirm their pact. Seated, left to right: Dr

Lewis Morrison in his new play, The master of the ceremonies by Coate & Cotton. Date c1897

Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games 1948

Comte De Brienne 1520
Le COMTE DE BRIENNE, French courtier, Grand Master of Ceremonies for Francois I. Holding a staff and accompanied by his dog. Date: FLOURISHED 1520

Investiture of the Prince of Wales, 1969
Investiture of Charles, Prince of Wales at Caernarvon Castle in 1969 with a good view of the perspex canopy specially designed for the event by Lord Snowdon. Date: 1969

The Crowning of a Queen
" The Crowning of a Queen", from an Authority of c. 1373: One of the four Illuminations in " Liber Regalis, " a manuscript of the Coronation Service in Westminster Abby Library

King and Queen going to open Festival of Britain, 1951
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth pictured in an open carriage making their way along Fleet Street to St. Pauls Cathedral to open the Festival of Britain in May 1951

Last lap of the Olympic torch, 1948 London Olympics
John Mark, a British athlete, runs the last lap around Wembley Arena with the Olympic torch during the Opening Ceremony of the 1948 London Olympic Games. Date: 29 July 1948

American Boy Scout with Richard Nixon
Cub Scout Joe Berry, 10, of Alexandria, Virginia, presented Vice President Nixon with a Boy Scout plaque during ceremonies in Nixons Office

Deaprture of the Queen, Coronation 1953
The Queen leaves Westminster Abbey, as seen from the Triforium. Date: 1953

Reception of the corps diplomatique at St James
A reception of the corps diplomatique at the royal court of St James Palace. Ambassadors and ministers mingle and chat in their official costumes

Le Five O Clock At Deauville by Edmund Blampied
An impression of the polo ground at Deauville during the tea hour. Since the war, afternoon tea - that formerly despised meal - has become the most fashionable of ceremonies among l haut monde

The wedding ceremony of the Duke of Edinburgh and the Grand
Front cover engraving from The Graphic showing Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh during the marriage ceremony to the Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna of Russia in the Winter Palace of St

Theophilanthropie
La Reveillere-Lepaux, the pope of this cult, baptises a child in a former church : members celebrate their love for humankind in ceremonies involving fruit and flowers

Native American Masks
Masks are worn by Native American medicine men in their religious and tribal ceremonies, in the belief that this enables them to acquire the forces of nature

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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.