Gloves Collection (#3)

Queen Alexandra / Downey
ALEXANDRA QUEEN TO EDWARD VII Photographed in 1891

Draped Balenciaga Gown
Gown in mauve jersey by Balenciaga of Paris which makes dramatic use of classical style drapery. Worn with long evening gloves

Advertisement for the London Glove Company of Cheapside and New Bond Street, showing a selection of womens gloves including long white evening gloves

Advertisement, c 1900 (litho)
7190032 Advertisement, c 1900 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement in booklet of views of Harrogate and Neighbourbood (Parker)

Portrait of Captain Marshall Roberts, Master of the Fox Hounds, 1926 (oil on canvas)
657942 Portrait of Captain Marshall Roberts, Master of the Fox Hounds, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Orpen, William (1878-1931); 124.5x90.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ronald and Anne Armstrong Jones (1902-92) (b / w photo)
LSH239468 Ronald and Anne Armstrong Jones (1902-92) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Linley Sambourne House, London

Medieval men playing the archery game of Popinjay, firing arrows at a target bird on a tree decorated with ribbons and gloves, while others share echaudes, a type of sweet bread from Aveyron

Two babies with comic greeting on a Christmas card
Two babies (hidden under a pair of gloves) with comic greeting on a Christmas card. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Smartly dressed man on a comic greetings card with verse and pull tab. Date: circa 1850s

Costume June 1886
Hand-coloured page of the latest Paris fashion of 1886, dinner dresses with drapped swags and flower arrangements, ball dresses with long gloves and fans and traditional garden party frocks

Edna Colyer ready too hand out Christmas Presents to the Hearne Hill Harriers after a three mile run at Tooting Bec Common December 1953 Neg No D7674

Studies in Femininity, The Minx, by Suzanne Meunier. 1928

WILLIAM GILBERT GRACE (1848-1915). English cricketer. Caricature lithograph, 1877, by Spy (Sir Leslie Ward)

At the Ascot races - Lady Congleton and companion. 1926

The race is not always to the beautiful. Pen and ink drawing, 1900, by Charles Dana Gibson
GIBSON GIRLS, 1900. The race is not always to the beautiful. Pen and ink drawing, 1900, by Charles Dana Gibson

Foxhunting lady in studio photo, Mid Wales
A foxhunting lady poses in full hunting gear in the photographers studio, Mid Wales. She sits sidesaddle on a table, rather than on her horse

Maypole Soap

Premier League Showdown: Brighton vs Manchester City (18MAY21)
Match action during the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester City during the 2020/21 season, at the American Express Community Stadium on the 18th May 2021

Ascot hat from Debenham and Freebody, 1934
A stunning hat of organdie in an elusive shade of brown ; the brim reinforced in an open lattice insertion in which golden threads mingle with the organdie. Perfect for Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Poster for l Exposition du Centenaire de la Lithographie. D Alesi, F. Hugo (1849-1906), Artist

Champion pugilists of the world, presented by the Liston Beef Company of Chicago. John L
BOXING: AMERICAN CHAMPIONS. Champion pugilists of the world, presented by the Liston Beef Company of Chicago. John L. Sullivans portrait is to the left of the text. Lithograph, 1885

Mrs. William H. Dewar of Philadelphia, U. S. national champion in womens foil in 1913. Photograph, early 20th century
FENCING: MRS. W.H. DEWAR. Mrs. William H. Dewar of Philadelphia, U.S. national champion in womens foil in 1913. Photograph, early 20th century

Boxing Dogs
Boxing dogs fight it out in the ring! Date: early 1930s

Deer farming, trimming Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) joint, close-up of hands with chainmail gloves, England, january

Oxy-acetylene welding
MODEL RELEASED. Oxy-acetylene welding. Worker in heavy heat-resistant protective clothing holding oxy-acetylene welding equipment

Male Type / Traveller 1922
Happy chap in a cosy double- breasted overcoat lined in opossum & with a fur roll collar, also a flat cap, narrow trousers with turn-ups, spats & gloves

Fiat Ardita Advert 1932
Publicity for Fiats Ardita - as you see, it has a nice well-rounded steering wheel : but does the rest of it reach this high standard ?

Coram / Hogarth / Holl
THOMAS CORAM philanthropist and founder of the Foundling Hospital

Girl with Fan 1870S
Girl in a white party dress with a pink sash, broderie Anglaise trimmed drawers, long gloves, shoes with rosettes & a folding fan decorated with roses

A woman walks through snow in London, Britain, February 27, 2018. REUTERS/Peter Summers

A smiling Peggy Cummins as Kitty in Meet Mr. Lucifer

1996 European GP
NuRBURGRING, GERMANY - APRIL 28: Michael Schumacher during the European GP at Nurburgring on April 28, 1996 in Nurburgring, Germany. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)

Dancer holding a small figure of a man (chromolitho)
5996129 Dancer holding a small figure of a man (chromolitho) by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancer holding a small figure of a man)

Dancer holding a small figure of a man (chromolitho)
5996130 Dancer holding a small figure of a man (chromolitho) by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancer holding a small figure of a man)

Portrait of a Man, 1740. Creator: Giacomo Ceruti
Portrait of a Man, 1740.

Wagner by Matzen, [1911?]. Creators: Bain News Service, Herman Matzen
Wagner by Matzen, [1911?]. Shows a statue of Richard Wagner by Herman N. Matzen dedicated in 1911 in Edgewater Park, Cleveland, Ohio.

Prince Oscar of Germany, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Prince Oscar of Germany, 1910.

Mrs. Anna O. Hagsteot seated, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. Anna O. Hagsteot seated, 1910.

Cyclist Anderson, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Cyclist Anderson, 1910.

Cyclist Germain, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Cyclist Germain, 1910.

Mrs. Vaughn, Mrs. H.W. Warner, Mrs. J.A. Wright, and Mrs. J. Howard Ford, Hope Farm Fair, 1912.

Clement de Jonghe, printseller, 1651. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Clement de Jonghe, printseller, 1651.

The Parisian Sphinx, c1880. Creator: Alfred Stevens
The Parisian Sphinx, c1880. An elegantly dressed young woman looks straight at us and coquettishly adjusts her furs with a gloved hand, her shadowy face giving her an air of mystery

Johnny Lore, 12/6/12, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Johnny Lore, 12/6/12, 1912.

Bombardier Wells, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Bombardier Wells, 1912. Shows Bombardier Billy (William Thomas) Wells, English boxer, preparing in Rye, N.Y., for fight with Al Panzer.

Bombardier Wells, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Bombardier Wells, 1912. Shows Bombardier Billy (William Thomas) Wells, English boxer, preparing in Rye, N.Y., for fight with Al Panzer.

Bombardier Wells, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Bombardier Wells, 1912. Shows Bombardier Billy (William Thomas) Wells, English boxer, preparing in Rye, N.Y., for fight with Al Panzer.

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"Gloves: A Timeless Symbol of Strength, Elegance, and Resilience" From the boxing ring to high-end fashion stores, they have always held a significant place in our history and culture. Just like Sugar Ray Robinson's fierce determination during the seventh round of a fight, gloves represent power and tenacity. Outside a Gucci shop, a lady dons her luxurious gloves with grace and sophistication, epitomizing elegance at its finest. Much like Alice in Wonderland exploring the White Rabbit's house they can transport us into magical realms where imagination knows no bounds. In 1929, amidst societal norms being challenged, a bystander captures an image of a trailblazing boxing woman training hard while wearing her gloves. These powerful symbols remind us that gender should never limit one's ambitions or abilities. The surrender of General Lee to General Grant at Appomattox Court House in 1865 marked the end of an era filled with conflict. As depicted by Thomas Nast's painting reproduction titled "Lee's Surrender, " gloves symbolize peace and unity after tumultuous times. A Silver Cross advertisement showcases how even motherhood embraces the protective nature when caring for their little ones. Gloves become synonymous with love and nurturing as they shield precious lives from harm. British boxer Freddie Mills' signed postcard from 1941 reminds us that behind every champion lies dedication and countless hours spent perfecting their craft while wearing their trusted pair of gloves. During Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's visit to Australia in 1954, they were greeted by enthusiastic crowds waving their gloved hands as a sign of respect towards royalty. Gloves signify tradition and formality within society. An advertisement promoting Linherr Vermouth portrays glamourous parties where guests hold glasses adorned with elegant white-gloved hands—a testament to refinement associated with this timeless accessory. On golf courses worldwide, ladies survey fairways before taking their drive, their gloves symbolizing precision and focus.