Ermine Robes Collection

Louis IX, Saint Louis, King of France, 1214-1270, with crown, sceptres, ermine robes with fleurs-de-lys
6340097 Louis IX, Saint Louis, King of France, 1214-1270, with crown, sceptres, ermine robes with fleurs-de-lys, and figure in civil costume of his reign by Villain (19th century); (add.info)

Thomas Howard, 2nd Duke of Norfolk (oil on panel)
DON279035 Thomas Howard, 2nd Duke of Norfolk (oil on panel) by English School, (16th century); 73.7x61.6 cm; His Grace The Duke of Norfolk

Portrait of Eleanor, Lady Wigram, 1815-16 (oil on canvas)
ALM283484 Portrait of Eleanor, Lady Wigram, 1815-16 (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); 240x148.5 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Ms Fr 112 f. 5 The Round Table and the Holy Grail, from the
EDI188945 Ms Fr 112 f.5 The Round Table and the Holy Grail, from the Livre de Messire Lancelot du Lac, 1470 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French

The Coronation of William IV (1765-1837) and Adelaide (1792-1849
GHL174430 The Coronation of William IV (1765-1837) and Adelaide (1792-1849) in Westminster Abbey in 1830, 1831 (aquatint) by Read, W

Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) (oil on canvas)
BWM227006 Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) (oil on canvas) by Girodet de Roucy-Trioson, Anne Louis (1767-1824); The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK; eBowes Museum; French

Ms. Fr. 112 f. 5 Apparition of the Holy Grail, from the Queste del Saint Graal, c
XZL62888 Ms.Fr. 112 f.5 Apparition of the Holy Grail, from the Queste del Saint Graal, c.1470 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

King George I of England boarding the royal coach to Osnabruck on the night of his death, 22 June 1727
6337276 King George I of England boarding the royal coach to Osnabruck on the night of his death, 22 June 1727 by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info)

James Brydges (1673-1744) 1st Duke of Chandos (oil on canvas)
SGS226049 James Brydges (1673-1744) 1st Duke of Chandos (oil on canvas) by Dahl, Michael (1656-1743); 243.9x147.3 cm; The Berger Collection at the Denver Art Museum

Queen Victoria (1819-1901) 1867 (oil on canvas)
FC15319 Queen Victoria (1819-1901) 1867 (oil on canvas) by Thompson, Jacob (1806-79); FORBES Magazine Collection, New York, USA; eForbes Magazine Collection; English, out of copyright

The Finding of the Veil, from the Legend of St. Leopold, 1505 (tempera on panel)
KLN146829 The Finding of the Veil, from the Legend of St. Leopold, 1505 (tempera on panel) by Frueauf, Rueland, the Younger (fl.1498-1545); Stiftsmuseum, Klosterneuburg

Edward VI granting the Charter for Hospitals, illustration from David Humes
STC429688 Edward VI granting the Charter for Hospitals, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R. Bowyer, London, 1812 (engraving) 88: by English School

William III (1650-1702) of Orange, 1780 (coloured engraving)
STC161215 William III (1650-1702) of Orange, 1780 (coloured engraving) by Duflos, Pierre (1742-1816); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Charles X (1757-1836) King of France (oil on canvas)
BRM174409 Portrait of Charles X (1757-1836) King of France (oil on canvas) by Rouget, Georges (1784-1869); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Louis (1757-1821) Marquis de Fontanes (oil on canvas)
XIR178991 Louis (1757-1821) Marquis de Fontanes (oil on canvas) by Lavaudan, Alphonse (1796-1857); 218x142 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

George I (engraving)
XJF324332 George I (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: George I (1714-27)

Edward VI granting the Charter for Bridewell Hospital to Sir George Barnes in 1553
XJF425377 Edward VI granting the Charter for Bridewell Hospital to Sir George Barnes in 1553, published 1750 (engraving) by Vertue

William Grimston, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume V
KW288006 William Grimston, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume V, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

John Perceval, engraved by Freeman, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors
KW288000 John Perceval, engraved by Freeman, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume V, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Lord George Lyttleton, engraved by Bocquet, illustration from A catalogue of Royal
KW287977 Lord George Lyttleton, engraved by Bocquet, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume IV, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

William Pitt the Elder, illustration from Memoirs of Eminent Etonians
KW285446 William Pitt the Elder, illustration from Memoirs of Eminent Etonians, by Sir Edward Creasy published London 1876 (litho) by English School

Stanislas Lesczinski (1677-1766) King of Poland (oil on canvas)
XIR235399 Stanislas Lesczinski (1677-1766) King of Poland (oil on canvas) by Girardet, Jean (1709-78); Hotel de Ville, Nancy, France; French, out of copyright

Marie-Louise (1791-1847) of Habsbourg Lorraine, 1814 (oil on canvas)
XIR162102 Marie-Louise (1791-1847) of Habsbourg Lorraine, 1814 (oil on canvas) by Lefevre, Robert (1755-1830); 285x210 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Consecration and Coronation of Henri IV (1553-1610) at the Chartres Cathedral
XIR207725 Consecration and Coronation of Henri IV (1553-1610) at the Chartres Cathedral on the 27th January 1594, late 16th century (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Ms 266 f. 3 Portrait of Louis XI (1423-83) from the Recueil d Arras
XIR166071 Ms 266 f.3 Portrait of Louis XI (1423-83) from the Recueil d Arras (pencil on paper) (b/w photo) by Flemish School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Arras, France; Flemish

Anne of Austria (1601-66) and her Children at Prayer with St. Benedict and St. Scholastica
XIR161181 Anne of Austria (1601-66) and her Children at Prayer with St. Benedict and St. Scholastica, 1646 (oil on canvas) by Champaigne, Philippe de (1602-74); 106x138 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Joseph Bonaparte (1768-1844) after 1808 (oil on canvas)
XIR197209 Joseph Bonaparte (1768-1844) after 1808 (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); 247x162 cm; Chateau de Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne, France; French

King George VI - 1937

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"Ermine Robes: A Symbol of Power and Prestige Throughout History" they have long been associated with royalty, symbolizing power, authority, and prestige. One notable figure who donned these regal garments was Louis IX, also known as Saint Louis, the King of France from 1214 to 1270. In his portrait adorned with a crown and sceptres, he exudes majesty while wearing ermine robes embellished with fleurs-de-lys – a quintessential French emblem. The allure continued through the centuries. Thomas Howard, the 2nd Duke of Norfolk, immortalized in an oil painting on panel, radiates grandeur as he proudly wears his luxurious robe. Similarly captivating is Eleanor Lady Wigram's portrait from 1815-16; her elegant pose accentuated by flowing ermine-trimmed attire showcases her social standing. Even in literature and legends like "The Round Table and the Holy Grail, " depicted in Ms Fr 112 f. 5 artwork or "Apparition of the Holy Grail" from Queste del Saint Graal (c), ermine-robed figures are portrayed as noble knights embarking on heroic quests. In historical events such as "The Coronation of William IV and Adelaide, " their majestic presence is enhanced by their resplendent ermine robes. Likewise, Napoleon Bonaparte's portrait captures him in all his imperial glory - draped in opulent fur-lined attire that signifies his reign over France. Not limited to Europe alone were these prestigious garments worn by monarchs like King George I boarding the royal coach or James Brydges, the first Duke of Chandos. Even Queen Victoria herself chose to be painted wearing an exquisite ermine-trimmed gown that showcased her status during her reign. Beyond mere symbolism lies craftsmanship; one example being "The Finding of The Veil. " This masterpiece depicts St.