Matching Collection (#4)

The Primrose and the Quill; le Printemps et la Plume, 1899 (colour lithograph
1195206 The Primrose and the Quill; le Printemps et la Plume, 1899 (colour lithograph, wooden frame) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939)

A pair of mahogany chairs with pewter and ivory inlaid floral decoration, (mahogany
1195002 A pair of mahogany chairs with pewter and ivory inlaid floral decoration, (mahogany, pewter and ivory) by Bugatti, Carlo (1855-1940); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian

Design for an Altar with a Pedimented Tabernacle Supported on Paired Corinthian Statues
659184 Design for an Altar with a Pedimented Tabernacle Supported on Paired Corinthian Statues of Saint Lucy, Saint Agnes, Saint Ansanus and Saint Stephen in Niches Between These, (black chalk)

Part tea service (soft-paste porcelain)
CH451496 Part tea service (soft-paste porcelain) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: teapot 17.5cm high; ); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

A Paris (Potter & Blancheron, Rue de Crussol) gold-ground solitair tray
CH440503 A Paris (Potter & Blancheron, Rue de Crussol) gold-ground solitair tray, cylindrical teapot, sugar bowl, cup and saucer and cream jug, c.1790-98 (porcelain) by French School

A Paris (Rue des Crussol) dinner service, c. 1792-95 (porcelain)
CH440502 A Paris (Rue des Crussol) dinner service, c.1792-95 (porcelain) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: two circular-handled soup tureens and covers)

Beach and garden suits from Liberty, 1931
On the left, a pyjama suit of Japanese silk enriched with stencilling and on the right, a three-piece outfit also in Japanese silk. Date: 1931

Home Life: Three Children Sitting on Chairs, 1881 (chromolithograph)
3034878 Home Life: Three Children Sitting on Chairs, 1881 (chromolithograph) by Crane, Thomas (1808-59); (add.info.: Victorian illustration of three sisters in matching dresses sitting in chairs in)

Home Life: Children Fishing in the River, 1881 (chromolithograph)
3034877 Home Life: Children Fishing in the River, 1881 (chromolithograph) by Crane, Thomas (1808-59); (add.info.: Victorian illustration of four siblings fishing in the river on their estate grounds)

One of a pair of matching dresses worn by two sisters at the Duchess of Richmond
4473173 One of a 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 dancing women wearing matching blue-and-purple full-length dresses (colour litho)
731823 Two dancing women wearing matching blue-and-purple full-length dresses (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Girl in a black dress
Glamorous young lady in black crinoline style dress & matching hat, admiring blooms on a rose tree. Art deco style. Date: circa 1920

Foliate cup and stand, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368) (longquan ware
2969692 Foliate cup and stand, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368) (longquan ware; stoneware with underglaze molded decoration) by Chinese School (14th century); diam: 16.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Girls in folk costume (b / w photo)
3093737 Girls in folk costume (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girls in folk costume. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Three Young girls with their Mother and their Aunt (?)
Three Young girls (sisters) posing for a formal studio photography between their seated Mother and (possibly) their Aunt. circa 1920s

Twin sisters in matching headscarves, coats and skirts c. 1930s

Father and daughters
A father and his two daughters(Marion and Josephine Rutter) pose for the camera in matching outfits in a garden in the north east of England, circa 1920s. Date: circa 1920s

Advertisement for the Matita fashion label, photographed by Shaw Wildman in the Restaurant de l Etoile, Charlotte Street, London W1. Date: 1933

Christmas child
Xmas. Kiss me if you can. Young girl in gaiters and red coat trimmed with white fur and matching hat hlding bunches of holly and mistletoe Date: 1917

Pretty girl with Xmas gifts
Xmas. Pretty girl in green coat trimmed with white fur and matching fur hat returning home with her Xmas shopping. Date: circa 1918

JANTZEN SWIMWEAR 1930
Two athletic blondes in their Jantzen bathers. A green tank costume with matching cape & a belted costume in 2 shades of blue. Date: 1929

One of three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (diamonds & gold)
3327201 One of three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (diamonds & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); length: 20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

One of three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies & gold)
3326274 One of three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); length: 20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

One of three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (sapphires & gold)
3326273 One of three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (sapphires & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); length: 20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A pair of leaded glass windows, (glass, wood, jewels)
1195243 A pair of leaded glass windows, (glass, wood, jewels) by La Farge or Lafarge, John (1835-1910); 92.8x42.5x4.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Pair of George III commodes (harewood & kingwood)
CH349492 Pair of George III commodes (harewood & kingwood) by Chippendale, Thomas (1718-79); 92x122x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Pair of Louis XV marquetry encoignures (wood & Breccia marble)
CH463018 Pair of Louis XV marquetry encoignures (wood & Breccia marble) by Roussel, Pierre (1723-82); width: 71 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Portrait of a Lady in a Grey Bonnet and Shawl (oil on canvas)
2829818 Portrait of a Lady in a Grey Bonnet and Shawl (oil on canvas) by Rippingille, Edward Villiers (1798-1859); 25x22 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Necklace and Earings (gold & enamel)
1217793 Necklace and Earings (gold & enamel) by Falize, Alexis (1811-98); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; French, out of copyright

Ultimatum braces, c. 1853-56 (wood & metal)
701081 Ultimatum braces, c.1853-56 (wood & metal) by Marples, William (b.1809); length of each: 36.2 cm; David Russell Collection; (add.info)

Pushing Men, a pair of bookends (bronze with brown patina)
1767779 Pushing Men, a pair of bookends (bronze with brown patina) by Konti, Isidore (1862-1938); 15.9 (height) cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Hungarian, out of copyright

A pair of Chelsea blue-ground lobed tapering oviform vases
1766853 A pair of Chelsea blue-ground lobed tapering oviform vases and covers depicting lovers among trees, c.1765 (ceramic) by English School

Animals and Flowering Plants (ink, color, and gold leaf on paper)
1766505 Animals and Flowering Plants (ink, color, and gold leaf on paper) by Japanese School, (18th century); 148.5x356.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Animals and Flowering Plants)

An Iznik pottery border tile, with bold cintamani triple roundels and paired waves, c
1196839 An Iznik pottery border tile, with bold cintamani triple roundels and paired waves, c. 1570 (ceramic) by Islamic School

A pair of carved Armenian walnut doors, depicting Christ with six Apostles and Saints
1196806 A pair of carved Armenian walnut doors, depicting Christ with six Apostles and Saints, 1312 (walnut wood) by Armenian School

Mounted Chinese ewer and dish in original cases, Augsburg, c
1153958 Mounted Chinese ewer and dish in original cases, Augsburg, c.1655-60 (porcelain, silver-gilt & tooled leather) (see also 1153959) by German School

A silk panel depicting vases with cherry blossoms, magnolia and orchids
1764971 A silk panel depicting vases with cherry blossoms, magnolia and orchids and a jardinere with roses amid sprigs of lotus

A pair of cloisonne enamel tapir form vessels (cloisonne enamel)
1764961 A pair of cloisonne enamel tapir form vessels (cloisonne enamel) by Chinese School (19th century); 28 long cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A pair of cloisonne enamel tapir form vessels)

One of a pair of matching dresses worn by two sisters at the Duchess of Richmond
4473174 One of a 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

Pair of Louis XIV coffres de toilette (mariage) (ebony, brass, pewter & tortoiseshell)
1209562 Pair of Louis XIV coffres de toilette (mariage) (ebony, brass, pewter & tortoiseshell) by Boulle, Andre Charles (1642-1732)

A pair of white jade table screens carved in relief with immortals amid clouds or in
1764841 A pair of white jade table screens carved in relief with immortals amid clouds or in gardens with attendants and mythical beasts (white jade)

Pair of card tables, 1810-19 (brass & mahogany)
2655336 Pair of card tables, 1810-19 (brass & mahogany) by Lannuier, Charles Honore (1779-1819) (attr. to); 74.9x90.8x45.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

A New Pair of Shoes, (oil on canvas laid down on board)
989421 A New Pair of Shoes, (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Reggianini, Vittorio (1858-1938); 52x38.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A New Pair of Shoes. Vittorio Reggianini (1858-1938)

Miss Elsa Maxwells Party showing Lady Peel at the Right, (oil on canvas)
827195 Miss Elsa Maxwells Party showing Lady Peel at the Right, (oil on canvas) by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942); 81.3x99.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

An Edwardian Christmas and New Year card with the letter W in a cameo
3604380 An Edwardian Christmas and New Year card with the letter W in a cameo and a matching envelope, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School

Three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies, sapphires, diamonds & gold)
3326269 Three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies, sapphires, diamonds & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); each: 20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Lounge suite, c. 1925 (mahogany & upholstery) (see also 740662)
740663 Lounge suite, c.1925 (mahogany & upholstery) (see also 740662) by Follot, Paul (1877-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: comprising chairs 90x74x72.5cm)

Three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies, sapphires, diamonds & gold)
3326272 Three Honeycomb bracelets, 1950s (rubies, sapphires, diamonds & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); each: 20 cm; 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.