Neck Ruff Collection (#8)

Portrait of Artist and Pupil, n.d. Creator: Pieter Jansz. Quast
Portrait of Artist and Pupil, n.d

Philip III, King of Spain, n.d. Creator: Cornelis de Visscher
Philip III, King of Spain, n.d

Bust Portrait of Man, n.d. Creator: Daniel de Blieck
Bust Portrait of Man, n.d

Gerardus Vossius, n.d. Creator: Crispijn de Passe
Gerardus Vossius, n.d

Aurore (Mrs. Aurore Klintberg, née Oxenstierna, Head), 1909. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Aurore (Mrs. Aurore Klintberg, nee Oxenstierna, Head), 1909

Oxenstierna (Mrs. Aurore Klintberg, née Oxenstierna, Whole length), 1909. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Oxenstierna (Mrs. Aurore Klintberg, nee Oxenstierna, Whole length), 1909

Queen Elizabeth Dancing with the Earl of Leicester, 1581, (1942). Creator: Unknown
Queen Elizabeth Dancing with the Earl of Leicester, 1581, (1942). 16th century scene: Queen Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester dance the volta as musicians play stringed instruments

Sir Martin Frobisher, late 16th century, (1946). Creator: Cornelius Ketel
Sir Martin Frobisher, late 16th century, (1946). Portrait of Martin Frobisher (c1535-1594), English navigator, explorer and privateer who made three voyages to the New World in search of

Queen Elizabeth of England, undated. (c1910s) Creator: Franz von Matsch
Queen Elizabeth of England, undated. (c1910s)

"Checkmate - Next Move", by J. C. Horsley, A.R.A. from the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1862. Creator: H
"Checkmate - Next Move", by J. C. Horsley, A.R.A. from the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1862. Engraving of a painting

The Preston Guild Festival: costume ball in the Guild Assembly Room, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Preston Guild Festival: costume ball in the Guild Assembly Room, 1862. The ball took place on Friday in the fine centre hall of the Corn Exchange, which was tastefully fitted up for the occasion

Mary Stuart, undated. (c1910s) Creator: Franz von Matsch
Mary Stuart, undated. (c1910s)

Ellen Maurice (1578-1626), 1597. Creator: Marcus Gheeraerts, the Younger
Ellen Maurice (1578-1626), 1597

Jacob van Dalen (1570-1644), Called Vallensis, 1640. Creator: Michiel van Mierevelt
Jacob van Dalen (1570-1644), Called Vallensis, 1640

Sir P. Sidney, (1554-1586), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir P. Sidney, (1554-1586), 1830. Philip Sidney (1554-1586) English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, an aristocrat educated at Christ Church, Oxford and prominent figure of the Elizabethan age

Merula, (c1430-1494), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Merula, (c1430-1494), 1830. Georgius Merula (c1430-1494) Italian humanist and classical scholar. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard. [Thomas Tegg, R. Griffin and Co. J

I. Oliver, (c1565-1617), 1830. Creator: Unknown
I. Oliver, (c1565-1617), 1830. Isaac Oliver (c1565-1617) English portrait miniature painter. Moved to England with Huguenot parents to escape Wars of Religion in France

Cluvier, (1580-1622), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Cluvier, (1580-1622), 1830. Philipp Cluver (1580-1622) German geographer, antiquary and historian who travelled in England, Scotland, and France on foot From " Biographical Illustrations"

Sir Edmund Anderson, (1530-1605), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Edmund Anderson, (1530-1605), 1830. Sir Edmund Anderson (1530-1605), educated at Inner Temple. Chief Justice of the Common Pleas under Elizabeth I, sat as judge at the trial of Mary

Queen Elizabeth I knighting Sir Francis Drake (1859 engraving)
Sir Francis Drake being knighted by Queen Elizabeth I of England in 1581. An engraving from The Heroes of England: Stories of the Lives of Englands Warriors by Land and Sea edited by John G

Portrait of William I of Orange, 1600-1615. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of William I of Orange, 1600-1615

Homage to Venus, 1585-1621. Creators: Louis de Caullery, Pieter Isaacsz
Homage to Venus, 1585-1621. Earlier ascribed to Isaacsz, Pieter (1569-1625)

P.H. Monster, Rural Dean in Soro, later Bishop of Aarhus, 1828. Creator: Jorgen Pedersen Roed
P.H. Monster, Rural Dean in Soro, later Bishop of Aarhus, 1828

Portrait of the Advocate Cornelis Bosch, 1660. Creator: Arnold van Ravesteyn
Portrait of the Advocate Cornelis Bosch, 1660

Portrait of a Lady, 1626. Creator: Jan Anthonisz van Ravesteyn
Portrait of a Lady, 1626

Burgomaster Cornelis Damasz. van der Gracht and his Wife, Jopken Jacobs, in a Landscape, 1635-1639

The Lutheran Bishop of Tonning, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Lutheran Bishop of Tonning, 1854. Cleric from Schleswig-Holstein in traditional costume. From "Illustrated London News", 1854

William Shakespeare's First Folio 1623 (engraving)
2600203 William Shakespeare's First Folio 1623 (engraving) by Droeshout, Martin (1601-50); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Catherine de Bourbon, 1600. Creator: Jan Wierix
Portrait of Catherine de Bourbon, 1600

Portrait of Louis XIII, King of France, ca. 1650. Creators: Jacob Louys, Pieter Soutman
Portrait of Louis XIII, King of France, ca. 1650

Queen Elizabeth, 1588, 1888. Creator: Federico Zuccaro
Queen Elizabeth, 1588, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Sir Walter Raleigh, 1588, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Sir Walter Raleigh, 1588, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Portrait of King Louis XIV, seated full length, in an embroidered blue and gold coat with a white ruff
827899 Portrait of King Louis XIV, seated full length, in an embroidered blue and gold coat with a white ruff and a fur trimmed hat, on a throne (oil on canvas, unlined) by Dieu

Portrait of Sarah Bernhardt, 1899 (watercolour and gouache on paper)
989363 Portrait of Sarah Bernhardt, 1899 (watercolour and gouache on paper) by Guirand de Scevola, Lucien (1871-1950); 54.5x37 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Sarah Bernhardt)

The Clown; Der Clown, (gouache on paper)
655888 The Clown; Der Clown, (gouache on paper) by Scheiber, Hugo (1873-1950); 75x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Clown; Der Clown. Hugo Scheiber (1873-1950). Gouache on paper

Page 46. The Ruff, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670016 Page 46. The Ruff, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Design for the Prospectus of the Savoy, II, 1895. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Design for the Prospectus of the Savoy, II, 1895. Winged figure carrying quill pens and a sign. Illustration for " The Savoy" magazine. From " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R

The Scarlet Pastorale, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
The Scarlet Pastorale, 1894. A masked ball, with a man dressed as Harlequin in the foreground, First published in The Sketch for 10 April 1895. From " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A

Sir Hugh Middleton
" Portrait of Sir Hugh Middleton (1560-1631)Engraved by J.Cochran from the original in Glodsmiths Hall London, published by John Tallis

Thomas Stanley, 1st Earl of Derby (1433-1504)

Francis Bacon (XXXL)
" Portrait of Francis Bacon(1561-1626), Viscount St Alban, English philosopher, statesman, lawyer, jurist, author and scientist

Lionel Cranfield, Earl of Middlesex
Portrait of Lionel Cranfield, Earl of Middlesex(1575-1645)

Thomas Howard (XXXL)
Thomas Howard, Earl of Suffolk (OB 1626)

Sir Nicholas Bacon ( 1510-1579)

Sir Philip Sidney
" Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586)Engraved by H.Robinson from the original of Sir Antoine More in the collection of the Duke of Bedford

Sir Francis Walsingham
Portrait of Sir Francis Walsingham ( 1530-1590), Spymaster of Queen Elizabeth I

Philip Howard, sepia toned
Philip Howard, 20th Earl of Arundel ( 1557-1595)

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"Exploring the Elegance of Neck Ruffs: A Fashion Statement Across Centuries" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the intricate world of neck ruffs, a fashion accessory that transcended eras. From Frans Hals' iconic painting "The Laughing Cavalier" to Nicolaes Eliasz Pickenoy's captivating "Portrait of a Woman, " these masterpieces showcase the allure and grandeur of this unique garment. In 1624, Frans Hals captured the essence of sophistication with his portrayal of an unknown cavalier donning an elaborate neck ruff. The delicate folds and exquisite lacework add a touch of opulence to his already striking presence. Moving forward to c1600, Paulus van Somer immortalized Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, wearing a regal neck ruff that exudes power and grace. This portrait is a testament to how neck ruffs became synonymous with nobility during this era. Fast forward once again to c1560-1570 when turned-down ruffs gained popularity as seen in the portrait of Sir Edwin Sandys by an unknown artist from 1937. The subtle elegance emanating from his attire showcases how even slight variations in style could make a significant impact on fashion trends. Queen Elizabeth Dancing with the Earl of Leicester in 1581 provides us with another glimpse into this fascinating trend. The queen herself flaunts an extravagant collar-like ruff that accentuates her royal stature while gracefully gliding across the dance floor. Sir Martin Frobisher's late 16th-century portrait by Cornelius Ketel highlights yet another variation – a more restrained version known as standing collars or cartwheel ruffs. These understated yet refined designs were favored by men seeking both comfort and style. Ellen Maurice's enchanting image painted by Marcus Gheeraerts captures her beauty enhanced by an intricately pleated neck ruff.