Neck Lace Collection (page 9)

MICHAEL ROMANOV (1596-1645). Russian czar, 1613-45. Colored engraving, 19th century

CATHERINE NOELE GRAND (1762-1834). Mistress and wife of French diplomat Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-P

ALGONQUIAN MAN, 1645. At age 23. Line engraving, 1645, by Wenceslaus Hollar

JOSEPHINE DE BEAUHARNAIS (1765-1814). Empress of the French, 1804-09. Line and stipple engraving, 1829

ANDREA DORIA (1468-1560). Genoese admiral and statesman. Steel engraving, Italian, 1812

SOPHIA SCHLIEMANN (1852-1932). N

SARAH BERNHARDT (1844-1923). French actress. Line engraving, English, 1879

NADIR SHAH (1688-1747). King of Persia 1736-47. Stipple engraving, English, 1815

EMMA CECILIA THURSBY (1854-1931). American singer and educator. Wood engraving, 1881

GIULIA GRISI (1811-1869). Italian operatic soprano. Wood engraving, 1869

MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS (1542-1587). Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland, 1542-1567. Steel engraving, 1829

ADA REHAN (1857-1916). Original surname Crehan. American (Irish-born) actress. As Katharine in Shakespeares The Taming of the Shrew. Wood engraving, 1889

EMPRESS HARUKO (1859-1914). Empress of Japan, wife of Emperor Mutsuhito. Engraving from an American newspaper of 1894

DUKE OF ALVA (1508-1582). Fernando Alvarez de Toledo. Spanish general. Contemporary line engraving

FERDINAND I (1503-1564). Holy Roman emperor, 1558-64. Copper engraving, 1531, by Bartel Beham

MARY HERBERT (1561-1621). Countess of Pembroke. Line and stipple engraving, English, 1836

MARQUISE DE MAINTENON (1635-1719). Mistress and second wife of King Louis XIV of France. Stipple engraving, 18th century

CATLIN: COMANCHE, 1844. Line engravings from George Catlins Letters and Notes on the... North American Indian, 1844

CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK (1768-1821). Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, wife of George IV. Contemporary stipple engraving

PRINCE ARTHUR OF WALES (1486-1502). Son of King Henry VII of England. Wearing the hat and collar of the garter. Line and stipple engraving, English, 19th century

AUGUSTA ADA LOVELACE (1815-1852). N

JULIA DENT GRANT (12826-1902). Wife of Ulysses S. Grant

JANE SEYMOUR (1509-1537). Third wife of King Henry VIII of England. Line and stipple engraving, 1836, after the painting by Holbein

MADEMOISELLE MARS (1779-1847). Anne Francoise Hippolyte Boutet, known as Mademoiselle Mars. French actress. Steel engraving, French, 19th century

GASPARD DE COLIGNY (1519-72). French admiral and Huguenot leader. Wood engraving, 19th century

HELEN HUNT JACKSON (1830-1885). American writer. Wood engraving, American, 1885

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Coloral, sub-chief of the Middle Park Utes. Wood engraving, American, 1879

ROME: GOLD COLLAR. Roman collar of gold and fine beads from the 1st century A. D. Line engraving, 19th century
ROME: GOLD COLLAR. Roman collar of gold and fine beads from the 1st century A.D. Line engraving, 19th century

UTE TOBACCO POUCH, 1879. Beaded tobacco pouch and necklace of the Ute Native Americans. Wood engraving, American, 1879

UTE HEAD CHIEF, 1879. Ou-Ra, Head Chief of all the Ute Tribes. Wood engraving, American, 1879

HENRY II (1519-1559). King of France, 1547-1559. Line engraving, French, 17th century

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Jack, sub-chief of the White River Ute. Wood engraving, American, 1879

LADY JANE GREY (1537-1554). Queen of England, 9-18 July 1553. Copper engraving, French, 18th century

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Tab-e-nash, White River Ute chief. Wood engraving, American, 1879

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Un-Ca, chief of the White River Utes. Wood engraving, American, 1879

QUEEN ANNE (1665-1714). Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, 1702-1714. Steel engraving, English, 19th century

FACE PATCHES, 17th CENTURY. A woman wearing an assortment of black silk facial patches, used to cover scars, blemishes or pock marks. Wood engraving, English, 17th century

INDIA: FAKIR, 19th CENTURY. Hindu fakir, carrying circlets of iron about his neck. Line engraving, late 19th century

ANNE BOLEYN (1507-1536). Second wife of King Henry VIII of England. Line and stipple engraving, English, 1832

DE BRY: ROANOKE NATIVE AMERICAN. A cheiff Lorde of Roanoac. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry, after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

TROY: SCHLIEMANN. Sophia Schliemann wearing some of the jewelry discovered by her husband in Troy: wood engraving, 1877

DE BRY: POWHATAN WOMAN. A chief Lady of Pomeiooc. Powhatan woman and girl. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

WOMENs FASHION, 1851. American fashion print, 1851, of the latest styles from Paris, France

MADAME ALBANI (1852-1930). Stage name of Emma Lajeunesse. Canadian operatic singer. Wood engraving, English, 1872

Bone Necklace, Council Chief

Syrian Tribal Girl
A very striking Syrian Tribal Girl in traditional costume. Date: circa 1930s

Purple woman by David Wright
Unusual portrait of a woman by pin up artist David Wright, with a vivid purple background, contrasting with her white strapless dress, necklace and earrings. c.1960

Queen Henrietta Maria, wife of King Charles I, mother of King Charles II. Date: 1609 - 1669

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"From Anne Boleyn to the Roaring Twenties: The Enduring Allure of the Neck Lace" Throughout history, necklaces have been more than just pieces of jewelry. They hold stories, symbolize power, and captivate hearts. Take a journey through time as we explore some fascinating hints about necklaces that have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. In the court of Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn's infamous "B" necklace became a powerful emblem of her influence and ambition. It was said to be adorned with precious gemstones and pearls fit for a queen. Fast forward to the 1920s, where flapper girls sat at cocktail bars wearing long strands of pearls that swung freely with their every move. These necklaces embodied rebellion against societal norms and exuded an air of sophistication. Traveling eastward, we encounter Hindu mythology where Freyja's necklace played a pivotal role in Norse legends. This mythical piece brought love and fertility but also caused chaos when stolen by Loki—a tale echoing themes found in many cultures worldwide. Scientific brilliance meets elegance when Marie Curie is captured wearing a delicate necklace in an old photograph. A reminder that even amidst groundbreaking discoveries, femininity can shine through. The world-renowned pianist Clara Schumann graced concert halls while donning exquisite necklaces that complemented her musical prowess. Her lithograph showcases not only her talent but also her impeccable taste in fashion. In contrast to these refined images stands Mary Tudor's imposing presence with Egleton around her neck—an extravagant display of opulence befitting royalty during turbulent times. Turning our attention westward, we glimpse Chief Two Moons from the Cheyenne tribe proudly displaying his tribal adornments—a testament to cultural heritage preserved through generations. Fashion magazines like The Tatler immortalized iconic moments such as their Autumn Fashion Number in 1955—where models flaunted glamorous necklaces that set trends for the season.