Fame Collection (page 6)

Nova Pilbeam, English film and stage actress (b / w photo)
6032613 Nova Pilbeam, English film and stage actress (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nova Pilbeam (1919-2015), English film and stage actress

Cary Grant, English-born American actor (coloured photo)
6032583 Cary Grant, English-born American actor (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cary Grant (1904-1986), English-born American actor

Sally Eilers, American actress (coloured photo)
6032578 Sally Eilers, American actress (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sally Eilers (1908-1978), American actress

Lilian Harvey, Anglo-German actress and film star (coloured photo)
6033784 Lilian Harvey, Anglo-German actress and film star (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lilian Harvey (1906-1968)

Maurice Chevalier, French actor and film star (coloured photo)
6033783 Maurice Chevalier, French actor and film star (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maurice Chevalier (1888-1972)

Zena Dare, English stage actress and singer (b / w photo)
6032686 Zena Dare, English stage actress and singer (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zena Dare (1887-1975), English stage actress and singer

Kitty Mason, English dancer and actress (b / w photo)
6032642 Kitty Mason, English dancer and actress (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kitty Mason (born 1882), English dancer and actress

Una Merkel, American actress (b / w photo)
6032633 Una Merkel, American actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Una Merkel (1903-1986), American actress

Douglas Fairbanks Jr, American film actor (coloured photo)
6032581 Douglas Fairbanks Jr, American film actor (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Douglas Fairbanks Jr (1909-2000)

Buck Jones, American actor known for many western movies (coloured photo)
6032576 Buck Jones, American actor known for many western movies (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buck Jones (1891-1942)

The King and the Forester (colour litho)
1037542 The King and the Forester (colour litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King and the Forester)

Gloria Victis (engraving)
964425 Gloria Victis (engraving) by Mercie, Marius Jean Antonin (1845-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gloria Victis - glory to the vanquished. From the sculpture by Marius Jean Antonin Mercie)

Birthroom of Shakespeare, Stratford-on-Avon (photo)
727517 Birthroom of Shakespeare, Stratford-on-Avon (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birthroom of Shakespeare, Stratford-on-Avon)

The Chariot of Fame, part of the Triumph of Henri II, published in 1551 (woodcut)
472260 The Chariot of Fame, part of the Triumph of Henri II, published in 1551 (woodcut) by French School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

For the Heroes of the Fatherland (colour litho)
2777738 For the Heroes of the Fatherland (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: For the Heroes of the Fatherland)

Portrait of Mata Hari at the height of her fame Date: 1929

Recruiting poster
Follow the Drum by the well-known painter of military subjects, Frank Dadd (1851-1929), was reproduced as a poster and issued by the late Mr JC Eno of Enos Fruit Salt fame in the early days of

Samuel Rogers house facing Green Park. Samuel Rogers (1763-1855), an English poet, during his lifetime one of the most celebrated

Samuel Rogers (1763-1855), an English poet, during his lifetime one of the most celebrated, although his fame has long since been eclipsed by his Romantic colleagues and friends Wordsworth

Elinor Glyn and Gloria Swanson
Writer, scriptwriter and journalist Elinor Glyn (right) pictured with actress Gloria Swanson at the West Coast studios of the Famous Players-Lasky Corporation at the time Glyn had written a

The Song of Pheme
BAL14986 The Song of Pheme by Spence, Thomas Ralph (1848-1918); Private Collection; Roy Miles Fine Paintings; English, out of copyright

Design for the Palace of Fame, from the courtly masque Britannia Triumphans
5917559 Design for the Palace of Fame, from the courtly masque Britannia Triumphans, 1637 (pen & ink on paper) by Jones, Inigo (1573-1652); eThe Devonshire Collections

Neptune resigning the Sovereignty of the Ocean to Britannia (engraving)
5220755 Neptune resigning the Sovereignty of the Ocean to Britannia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Miriam Hopkins, American film actress (coloured photo)
6032575 Miriam Hopkins, American film actress (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miriam Hopkins (1902-1972), American film actress

Kitty Gordon, English born American stage and silent film actress (b / w photo)
6032694 Kitty Gordon, English born American stage and silent film actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kitty Gordon (1878-1974)

Gabrielle Ray, English stage actress and singer (b / w photo)
6032674 Gabrielle Ray, English stage actress and singer (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gabrielle Ray (1883-1973)

Morris Clark, Edwardian actress, the English Gibson Girl (b / w photo)
6032671 Morris Clark, Edwardian actress, the English Gibson Girl (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Morris Clark, Edwardian actress)

Mabel Green, English actress (b / w photo)
6032664 Mabel Green, English actress (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mabel Green (c1887-1970), English actress

Loretta Young, American film actress (b / w photo)
6032660 Loretta Young, American film actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loretta Young (1913-2000), American film actress

Zena Dare, English stage actress and singer (b / w photo)
6032659 Zena Dare, English stage actress and singer (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zena Dare (1887-1975) English stage actress and singer

Genevieve Tobin, American actress (b / w photo)
6032619 Genevieve Tobin, American actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Genevieve Tobin (1899-1995), American actress

Reginald Denny, English theatre and film actor (b / w photo)
6032610 Reginald Denny, English theatre and film actor (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reginald Denny (1891-1967)

Janet Gaynor, American actress (b / w photo)
6032607 Janet Gaynor, American actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Janet Gaynor (1906-1984), American actress

Wynne Gibson, American actress (b / w photo)
6032605 Wynne Gibson, American actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wynne Gibson (1898-1987), American actress

Marilyn Monroe, American actress and singer (b / w photo)
6032603 Marilyn Monroe, American actress and singer (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962)

Spencer Tracy, American Hollywood actor (b / w photo)
6032602 Spencer Tracy, American Hollywood actor (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spencer Tracy (1900-1967), American Hollywood actor

Kay Francis, American actress (b / w photo)
6032598 Kay Francis, American actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kay Francis (1905-1968), American actress

Kay Francis, American actress (b / w photo)
6032597 Kay Francis, American actress (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kay Francis (1905-1968), American actress

Sylvia Sidney, American actress (coloured photo)
6032588 Sylvia Sidney, American actress (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sylvia Sidney (1910-1999), American actress

Clark Gable, American Hollywood film star and actor (coloured photo)
6033792 Clark Gable, American Hollywood film star and actor (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clark Gable (1901-1960)

Clark Gable, American Hollywood film star and actor (coloured photo)
6033781 Clark Gable, American Hollywood film star and actor (coloured photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clark Gable (1901-1960)

Ira Aldridge (1807-1867) celebrated American Shakesperean actor who found fame on the stage in Victorian England

Number One, the Sun (litho)
908310 Number One, the Sun (litho) by English School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

In Good Society (engraving)
668389 In Good Society (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Good Society. Illustration for John Leechs Pictures of Life and Character (c 1890)

Portion of the Floor of Fame at Graumans Chinese Theatre
Postcard showing a portion of the Floor of Fame at Graumans Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, 1930s Date: 1930s

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"Fame: A Timeless Pursuit of Recognition and Legacy" From the ancient tales of the Queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon, to modern-day icons like Che Guevara adorning walls in Havana, it has always captivated our imaginations. Artists throughout history have immortalized moments that define fame – be it Jan Saenredam's depiction of Plato's Cave or Louis Wain's whimsical portrayal of possession as nine points of the law. Even in the realm of sports, fame finds its place. Jack Johnson racing on his motor car symbolizes how athletic prowess can propel individuals into the limelight. And who could forget the iconic image captured by Alfred Eisenstaedt - a sailor passionately kissing a nurse in Times Square at the end of World War II? It forever etched their names into history. The allure extends beyond individuals; places too can become famous. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway holds an esteemed position as home to one of America's most prestigious races – the Indianapolis 500. London Life magazine recognized this when they featured Julie Christie on their front cover in 1966, showcasing her undeniable talent and beauty. Celebrities like Humphrey Bogart became synonymous with fame through their exceptional performances on screen. Their charisma and talent made them household names across generations, leaving an indelible mark on popular culture. Yet fame isn't limited to those we know by name; sometimes it visits even those whose identities remain unknown but heroic nonetheless. As depicted in "Fame Visits the Heroic Unknown Dead, " recognition is bestowed upon ordinary people who perform extraordinary acts. In a lighter vein, humor also plays a role in our fascination with fame. St. Swithin's cartoon umbrella from the 19th century reminds us that even mundane objects can achieve notoriety if given enough attention. And finally, there are those instances where fame intersects with politics and society itself – such as Jackie Kennedy carrying London Life magazine.