Matching Collection (#3)

Untitled (Two Sisters), 1870 / 90. Creator: L. W. Felt
Untitled (Two Sisters), 1870/90. Albumen print

Tea Bowl, Jingdezhen, c. 1750. Creator: Jingdezhen Porcelain
Tea Bowl, Jingdezhen, c. 1750

[Seated Lady in Striped Dress with Four Little Girls], 1850s-60s. Creator: Franz Antoine
[Seated Lady in Striped Dress with Four Little Girls], 1850s-60s

Cup and Saucer, c. 1940. Creator: Aaron Fastovsky
Cup and Saucer, c. 1940

Brooch and Earrings, c. 1941. Creator: Roberta Elvis
Brooch and Earrings, c. 1941

A pair of cloisonne enamel Magpie vases finely enamelled with twelve magpies in
1764964 A pair of cloisonne enamel Magpie vases finely enamelled with twelve magpies in flight and perched on a prunus tree, against a brocade patterned turquoise ground

Ducks (ink, color and gold leaf on paper)
1766507 Ducks (ink, color and gold leaf on paper) by Japanese School, (18th century); 154.5x170 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ducks. One of a pair of two-panel screens)

Pair of George IV wine coolers, 1827 (silver-gilt)
2607251 Pair of George IV wine coolers, 1827 (silver-gilt) by Storr, Paul (1771-1844); height: 32.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Necklace, ring, brooch and bracelet (aquamarine, diamonds, sapphires & platinum)
1775598 Necklace, ring, brooch and bracelet (aquamarine, diamonds, sapphires & platinum) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Aquamarine and diamond necklace)

A pair of gilt bronze enamel and ivory candlesticks, c. 1907 (gilt bronze enamel, ivory)
1195892 A pair of gilt bronze enamel and ivory candlesticks, c.1907 (gilt bronze enamel, ivory) by Tenisheva, Princess Maria (1858-1928); 21 (height) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tenisheva)

A pair of pastels on paper, depicting semi-nude female figures, c. 1900 (pastel on paper)
1195349 A pair of pastels on paper, depicting semi-nude female figures, c.1900 (pastel on paper) by Austrian School, (19th century); 128.9x45.7 (framed)

Large pair of famille rose monks cap (Duomuhu) ewers and covers
492347 Large pair of famille rose monks cap (Duomuhu) ewers and covers, 18th - 19th century (ceramic) (see also 492348) by Chinese School

Pair of Louis XVI style vases, third quarter of the nineteenth century
CH387096 Pair of Louis XVI style vases, third quarter of the nineteenth century (ormolu-mounted porcelain) by Beurdeley, Alfred Emmanuel Louis (1847-1919); height

Three graduated beakers, probably Transylvania, mid 17th century (silver-gilt)
3434807 Three graduated beakers, probably Transylvania, mid 17th century (silver-gilt) by Hungarian School (17th century); largest height: 22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies, sapphires, diamonds & gold)
3326270 Three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies, sapphires, diamonds & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); each: 20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Napoleon III four-piece desk set, marquetry by Duvinage and Harinckouk, c
476432 Napoleon III four-piece desk set, marquetry by Duvinage and Harinckouk, c.1877 (ormolu mounted ivory & fruitwood) (see also 476431, 476433 and 476441) by Giroux

Pair of matching dresses worn by two sisters at the Duchess of Richmonds
4473170 Pair of matching dresses worn by two sisters at the Duchess of Richmonds Waterloo Ball in Brussels on the 15th June, 1815 (silk gauze) by English School

Two candelabra in the form of revelling putti, late 18th century
3701707 Two candelabra in the form of revelling putti, late 18th century (patinated & gilt bronze with Carrara marble socles) by European School, (18th century); Ashmolean Museum

Original Artwork - Good Luck at School card design
Original Artwork - design for a Good Luck at School greetings card with a boy and a girl in new school uniform and a cat wearing a matching school tie! Date: circa 1937

Original Artwork - Three identical maids with hat boxes
Original Artwork - Three identically-dressed maids, with matching capes and bonnets carrying their striped hat boxes. Date: circa 1937

Mother and Daughter Cooking, 1930 (screen print)
2622300 Mother and Daughter Cooking, 1930 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dancers in costume (colour photo)
3094629 Dancers in costume (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancers in costume. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Family sorting shoes in Berwick Street Market, London
Family search for matching second hand shoes in Berwick Street Market, London. Date: 1950s

Man and Woman Playing Doubles Tennis, 1949 (screen print)
3034737 Man and Woman Playing Doubles Tennis, 1949 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a couple playing doubles tennis; screen print)

Three children in a very impressive toy car. We can only hope the baby at the front isn t in charge of steering. Date: c.1910

The Society Girl
Portrait of a haughty young beauty in a green dress and matching headband. Artist: Joseph W Hammick Date: 1913

Studio portrait of two women, both with their dark hair bobbed and wearing identical blouses with large collars and tie. Date: c.1930

Two women pose for a photograph in identical fancy dress costumes, given patriotic flair with Union Jack skirts. Date: late 1920s

Edwardian Girl
Pretty Edwardian girl in a gold and cream silk dress and matching bonnet. Date: 1901

Dining in a medieval baronial room
English tourists dining in a medieval baronial room in Scotland. Man in suit of armour holding a large urn in front of a stained glass window

Woman in black and white dress with matching bonnet, 1913
Woman in black and white dress with matching hat and parasol. Robe a combinaison de noir et blanc. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Womens gloves in suede and kid skin, 1913
Womens gloves in suede and kid skin. Gants de suede et de chevreau glace. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames et des Modes

Woman in marine blue chiffon skirt and turquoise vest, 1913
Woman in skirt of marine blue chiffon, vest of turquoise crepe de chine, seated on a chaise longue. Jupe de mousseline de soie marine

Two smart young boys play with their model tin soldiers
Two smart young boys (in matching bowties!) play with their model soldiers in this studio shoot. Date: circa 1910

Two jolly Grandmothers with their Grandchildren
Two very jolly Grandmothers with their Grandchildren (or Great Grandchildren) seated outside a shed. Note their matching striped aprons. Date: circa 1920s

Girl in a turquoise bonnet
Pretty young girl in a white dress trimmed turquoise and matching bonnet. A sprig of daisies in the foreground. Artist: Frances Brundage Date: circa 1908

Girl in a yellow bonnet
Pretty young girl in a pale yellow dress and matching bonnet. A sprig of forget-me-nots in the foreground. Artist: Frances Brundage Date: circa 1908

An all-girl pierrot troupe from the First World War, together with one chap (who is perhaps their musician?). The back of the postcard goes

19th century Christmas scene
A lady leaving her hotel to board a coach wearing a fine turquoise crinoline trimmed ermine and matching muff. A hotel bell-boy follows with her luggage

Tweed suit and coat
Pattern from MABS FASHIONS depict two women modelling tweed suits and matching coats for Autumn wear. Date: circa 1930s

Napoleon III four-piece desk set, marquetry by Duvinage and Harinckouk, c
476441 Napoleon III four-piece desk set, marquetry by Duvinage and Harinckouk, c.1877 (ormolu mounted ivory & fruitwood) (see also 476431, 476432 and 476433) by Giroux

Carriage clock, from a Napoleon III four-piece desk set
476433 Carriage clock, from a Napoleon III four-piece desk set, marquetry by Duvinage and Harinckouk, c.1877 (ormolu mounted ivory & fruitwood) (476432 and 476441) by Giroux

A pair of pottery wall plaques, depicting medieval scenes of huntsmen with hounds
1194914 A pair of pottery wall plaques, depicting medieval scenes of huntsmen with hounds, (ceramic, ebonised and gilt wooden frames) by Deck

A Group Portrait of a Christening Party with a Lady Seated Full Length, with Her Husband Behind Her
652192 A Group Portrait of a Christening Party with a Lady Seated Full Length, with Her Husband Behind Her, Her Child Attended by an Ayah and Four Godparents, (oil on canvas) by Hickey

Brooch and ring, 1908-17 (gold, silver, amethyst & diamonds)
1266808 Brooch and ring, 1908-17 (gold, silver, amethyst & diamonds) by FabergA©, Carl (1846-1920) (firm of); Private Collection; (add.info)

Important suite of jewellery, c. 1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold)
3080400 Important suite of jewellery, c.1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold) by Russian School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Each of the three brooches of openwork palmette design)

Sevres bleu celeste and pale-green ground two-handled cup and saucer, 1790 (ceramic)
492489 Sevres bleu celeste and pale-green ground two-handled cup and saucer, 1790 (ceramic) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Matching through the decades: From Harvey Nichols to The Proclaimers, fashion has always been about finding the perfect match. In this 1953 advertisement from Harvey Nichols, we see a stunning display outfits that exude elegance and sophistication. Fast forward to the 1930s, where playsuits became all the rage for women seeking comfort and style in their matching ensembles. In 1987, The Proclaimers took Scotland by storm with their catchy tunes and iconic matching glasses. Their unique sense of style perfectly matched their energetic performances on stage. Speaking of matches made in heaven, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret showcased their royal bond during George V's Silver Jubilee celebration, donning matching dresses fit for princesses. Music wasn't the only thing bringing people together; Jessie Wildon and her Bijou Orchestra entertained crowds at Margate Pier with their synchronized melodies while dressed impeccably in coordinating attire. Fashion magazines like The Tatler highlighted autumn trends in 1955, showcasing how even nature's colors could be matched flawlessly. But it wasn't just about fashion; it was also about unity and empowerment. Suffragettes marched proudly in 1912 wearing sashes that matched their determination for women's rights. Britannia and Eve magazine captured this spirit beautifully on its January 1936 cover featuring a patriotic Finnish girl adorned in reds and whites - a true symbol of national pride. Not all matches were without controversy though; Misfitz Dolls featured Golliwog dolls dressed alike but sparked debates around racial stereotypes. However, amidst these complexities emerged timeless beauty as seen in an elegant white dress worn by a woman in the 1930s or an exquisite Art Nouveau headdress that perfectly complemented any outfit. From advertisements to music groups to historical events - whether it be through clothing choices or shared values - there is something magical about finding your perfect match.