Garlands Collection (#16)

Colonel Ralph Ponsonby Watts & his wife
Colonel Ralph Ponsonby Watts (1892 - 1991) & his wife decked out in floral garlands on an official visit. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Hawaian girl, with floral garlands
A very early postcard depicting a Hawaian girl, with floral garlands around her neck and head

Vaczrol - Hungary - The dedication ceremony for a military memorial

Olympic / Publicity 1932
Female athletes perform a routine to publicise the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics

Pan Honoured by Ladies
Pan - also known to the Romans as Sylvanus or Faunus - is honoured by half-a-dozen ladies who drape his statue with garlands

Costume October 1851
Gowns by Monsieur Gagelin. A Spanish style manteau or cloak of lace with a ?hood is worn by one lady while her companion sports a grey 3/4 length manteau

Scandinavian Festival
A Scandinavian Midsummer festival, centred around a large cross with floral wreaths on it, with girls wearing garlands sitting around guitarist

Wedgwood / Music Cover
An illustration of a typical Wedgwood design on the cover of the music sheet Wedgwood Blue

Statue of St. Francis of Assisi by Betty Sabo, St. Francis Cathedral, City of Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Detail of elephant statue, Chalong Temple, Muang District, Phuket, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Flower garland sellers, City market, Bangaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka, India, Asia

Hindu offering, flower garlands, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Thechinamoorthy, Sri Maha Mariamman temple, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ganesh Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ganesh, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Durga, Sri Maha Mariamman temple, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Tamil Hindu goddess, Paris, France, Europe

Women queueing for Diwali temple puja, buying garlands as offerings for the deity, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Cervantes / Madrid / Home
MIGUEL DE CERVANTES Commemorative plaque on the wall of the Spanish novelists home in Madrid

May Queens Garlands
The May Queen is honoured by villagers with garlands

Gustavus Vasa / Stockholm
Gustavus Vasa enters Stockholm

Eveving Wear 1862
Evening or Ball dress: skirt with pink & white puffings, white overskirt caught up with bouquets & garlands of roses; green patterned dress, triple skirt & black trim

Costume January 1862
Ball / evening dress: pink & white ruched edged flounces, over-skirt hitched up at the sides & ornamented with pink roses. Black pardessus with pagoda sleeves

Bon Genre No. 78 Costume
High waisted white robe, long sleeves divided equidistantly with strings of roses, a floral border down the front & at the hem, roses adorn her petticoat & floral headdress

Roman Offerings
Three women decorate the Temple with offerings of fruit and garlands

Performing Horse C. 1700
The Finest Taught Horse in the World. The horse bedecked in floral garlands assists in a card trick. No doubt he just responds to small signals from his master

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"Garlands: A Tapestry of Beauty, Tradition, and Celebration" From the intricate Walter Crane's Garland to the captivating Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins by William John Wainwright, they have adorned our lives with artistic brilliance throughout history. As H. M. S. Victory proudly flew its famous signal on 21 October 1905, garlands symbolized victory and honor in a maritime world. In far-off Hawaii, graceful Hawaiian Hula Dancers gracefully swayed their hips while wearing vibrant garlands around their necks - a testament to their rich cultural heritage. Across continents, a Hindu street shrine came alive during Diwali festival as marigold mala (garlands) decorated it with vivid colors and fragrant blooms - an offering of devotion and celebration. Samoan Women skillfully crafted Kawa-Kawa while intertwining beautiful garlands - showcasing their craftsmanship and love for nature's bounty. Even ancient goddesses like Hera, Aphrodite, and Athena prepared themselves for the contest of beauty before Paris by adorning themselves with exquisite floral garlands - an embodiment of elegance and allure. Closer to home at Kirdford School Christmas Treats or in the heartwarming image of a girl surrounded by Christmas decorations; these festive wreaths brought joy to young hearts during magical holiday seasons. In Florence, Italy's Scoppio del Carro tradition ignited excitement as colorful garlanded processions paraded through streets celebrating new beginnings amidst bursts of fireworks – uniting communities in jubilation. Princess Beatrice radiated grace in 1860 as she donned regal garments embellished with delicate floral arrangements – her presence enhanced by majestic garland adornments fit for royalty. Lastly, war memorials outside the Royal Exchange stood solemnly draped in reverent remembrance; each flower-laden wreath honoring those who sacrificed everything for peace.