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Occasion Collection (page 8)

From Hegel to Napoleon, history has witnessed grand occasions that shaped nations

Background imageOccasion Collection: Michaelmas, (oil on canvas)

Michaelmas, (oil on canvas)
651064 Michaelmas, (oil on canvas) by Shannon, James Jebusa (1862-1923); 113x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Michaelmas. Sir James Jebusa Shannon (1862-1923). Oil on canvas. 113.3 x 80.3cm

Background imageOccasion Collection: A Fete Champetre, (oil on canvas)

A Fete Champetre, (oil on canvas)
651390 A Fete Champetre, (oil on canvas) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); 100.4x197.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fete Champetre. Jules Cheret (1836-1932). Oil on canvas

Background imageOccasion Collection: An Allegory of Contemporary Events, 1873 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour)

An Allegory of Contemporary Events, 1873 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour)
990902 An Allegory of Contemporary Events, 1873 (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour) by Bright, Henry Barnabus (1824-76); 54x6.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Frontispiece, from Ceremonial of the Coronation of his Most Sacred Majesty King

Frontispiece, from Ceremonial of the Coronation of his Most Sacred Majesty King
986291 Frontispiece, from Ceremonial of the Coronation of his Most Sacred Majesty King George the Fourth, by John Whittaker, 1823 (hand-coloured aquatint) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: A Florentine Festival: The Banquet, (watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board)

A Florentine Festival: The Banquet, (watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board)
989809 A Florentine Festival: The Banquet, (watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board) by Meacci, Ricciardo (1856-1938); 36.8x115.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Florentine Festival)

Background imageOccasion Collection: A Florentine Festival: Preparations in the Kitchen and Canteen, (watercolour

A Florentine Festival: Preparations in the Kitchen and Canteen, (watercolour
989808 A Florentine Festival: Preparations in the Kitchen and Canteen, (watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board) by Meacci

Background imageOccasion Collection: A Wedding Procession, 1879 (oil on canvas)

A Wedding Procession, 1879 (oil on canvas)
989677 A Wedding Procession, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Firmin-Girard, Marie Francois (1838-1921); 37.5x54.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Wedding Procession)

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Bowling Champion, 1882 (oil on canvas)

The Bowling Champion, 1882 (oil on canvas)
827080 The Bowling Champion, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Zimmer, Wilhelm (1853-1937); 73x104.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bowling Champion. Wilhelm Carl August Zimmer (1853-1937)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Pink Roses, (oil on canvas)

Pink Roses, (oil on canvas)
822895 Pink Roses, (oil on canvas) by Curzon, Paul Alfred de (1820-95); 68.9x122.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pink Roses. Milne Ramsey (1847-1915). Oil on canvas

Background imageOccasion Collection: Blessing Vasco da Gamas expedition to the Indian Ocean (litho)

Blessing Vasco da Gamas expedition to the Indian Ocean (litho)
6005045 Blessing Vasco da Gamas expedition to the Indian Ocean (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blessing Vasco da Gamas expedition to the Indian Ocean)

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Ball of the City of Vienna; Austria (colour litho)

The Ball of the City of Vienna; Austria (colour litho)
5999588 The Ball of the City of Vienna; Austria (colour litho) by Gause, Wilhelm (1853-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ball of the City of Vienna; Austria)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Henley Regatta 1894

Henley Regatta 1894
Enjoying an afternoon at Henley Regatta. Date: 1894

Background imageOccasion Collection: Bystander masthead - society horse racing - Royal Ascot

Bystander masthead - society horse racing - Royal Ascot
Masthead design for the front cover of The Bystander showing a lively scene at Royal Ascot. Date: 1931

Background imageOccasion Collection: Banquet at Metropolitan underground opening, London 1863

Banquet at Metropolitan underground opening, London 1863
Banquet in Farringdon Street Station at the opening of the Metropolitan underground, London, on 9 January 1863. Date: 1863

Background imageOccasion Collection: King George Laid to Rest, with King Edward VIII and Queen Mary Mounting the Chapel Steps

King George Laid to Rest, with King Edward VIII and Queen Mary Mounting the Chapel Steps
STC360943 King George Laid to Rest, with King Edward VIII and Queen Mary Mounting the Chapel Steps, 1936 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Banquet given on the Occasion of the Opening of the Grainger Market

The Banquet given on the Occasion of the Opening of the Grainger Market
877508 The Banquet given on the Occasion of the Opening of the Grainger Market, Newcastle upon Tyne, c.1835 (oil on canvas) by Parker, Henry Perlee (1795-1873); Laing Art Gallery

Background imageOccasion Collection: The interior of Guildhall on the occasion of the inauguration dinner of Alderman Key

The interior of Guildhall on the occasion of the inauguration dinner of Alderman Key (coloured engraving)
609085 The interior of Guildhall on the occasion of the inauguration dinner of Alderman Key (coloured engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Garden of Plenty; Triumphal Arch erected in Fleet Street, near Whitefriars, London (engraving)

The Garden of Plenty; Triumphal Arch erected in Fleet Street, near Whitefriars, London (engraving)
584589 The Garden of Plenty; Triumphal Arch erected in Fleet Street, near Whitefriars, London (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Marriage (oil on panel)

The Marriage (oil on panel)
SIM171258 The Marriage (oil on panel) by Goupil, Jules Adolphe (1839-83); 88.9x124.4 cm; Private Collection; eJulian Simon Fine Art Ltd; French, out of copyright

Background imageOccasion Collection: Government House and the Esplanade, Calcutta, during the Illuminations on the Occasion

Government House and the Esplanade, Calcutta, during the Illuminations on the Occasion... (engraving)
2771827 Government House and the Esplanade, Calcutta, during the Illuminations on the Occasion... (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: Princess Louisa among the Lawyers, Luncheon on Occasion of the Opening of the New Inner Temple

Princess Louisa among the Lawyers, Luncheon on Occasion of the Opening of the New Inner Temple Hall (engraving)
2772214 Princess Louisa among the Lawyers, Luncheon on Occasion of the Opening of the New Inner Temple Hall (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: Decoration of the Piazza Castello, at Turin, on the Occasion of the Inauguration of the Italian

Decoration of the Piazza Castello, at Turin, on the Occasion of the Inauguration of the Italian Parliament (engraving)
2772931 Decoration of the Piazza Castello, at Turin, on the Occasion of the Inauguration of the Italian Parliament (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: The President of the French Republic Emilio Loubet, Who Is About to Come to Italy (colour litho)

The President of the French Republic Emilio Loubet, Who Is About to Come to Italy (colour litho)
2798766 The President of the French Republic Emilio Loubet, Who Is About to Come to Italy (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Lord Cowdray and Lord Rattendone

Lord Cowdray and Lord Rattendone leaving for King George Vs Jubilee Levee at St Jamess Palace, London. 1935

Background imageOccasion Collection: Prince Ismael Pacha receiving the Consuls-General on the Occasion of his Accession to the Pachalic

Prince Ismael Pacha receiving the Consuls-General on the Occasion of his Accession to the Pachalic of Egypt (engraving)
1588157 Prince Ismael Pacha receiving the Consuls-General on the Occasion of his Accession to the Pachalic of Egypt (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: Street scene during carnival, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France

Street scene during carnival, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France. Date: 1922

Background imageOccasion Collection: Couple in traditional costume, Brittany, Northern France

Couple in traditional costume, Brittany, Northern France
Couple in traditional costume at carnival time, Brittany, Northern France. 1922

Background imageOccasion Collection: Sketches at the Brighton Volunteer Review (engraving)

Sketches at the Brighton Volunteer Review (engraving)
1613656 Sketches at the Brighton Volunteer Review (engraving) by Regamey, Felix (1844-1907) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Brighton Volunteer Review)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Schoolboys on Founders Day, Harrow School, Middlesex

Schoolboys on Founders Day, Harrow School, Middlesex, setting off to play the annual ball game, their own version of football, which takes place on 10 October. Date: 1922

Background imageOccasion Collection: Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria, 1897 (colour litho)

Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria, 1897 (colour litho)
971913 Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria, 1897 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria, 1897)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Advertisement for Icilma face powder

Advertisement for Icilma face powder. Date: 1949

Background imageOccasion Collection: Procession in Cheapside 1638

Procession in Cheapside 1638
Cheapside, City of London: north-east view with Cross and Conduit, on the occasion of Mary de Medicis visit to Charles I and Henrietta Maria. Date: 1638

Background imageOccasion Collection: Cat couple on a bench on a postcard

Cat couple on a bench on a postcard
Smartly dressed cat couple on a bench on a postcard. Date: circa 1900s

Background imageOccasion Collection: Cat couple in a park on a greetings postcard

Cat couple in a park on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1904

Background imageOccasion Collection: Celebrated Pas de Deux danced on the Occasion of Her Majestys State Visit to the Opera (engraving)

Celebrated Pas de Deux danced on the Occasion of Her Majestys State Visit to the Opera (engraving)
1100670 Celebrated Pas de Deux danced on the Occasion of Her Majestys State Visit to the Opera (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: Illumination at Peshawur on the Occasion of a Grand Durbar held there by the Viceroy of India

Illumination at Peshawur on the Occasion of a Grand Durbar held there by the Viceroy of India
1098827 Illumination at Peshawur on the Occasion of a Grand Durbar held there by the Viceroy of India, the Viceregal Procession (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: Sir George Stephen, Baronet (litho)

Sir George Stephen, Baronet (litho)
1062571 Sir George Stephen, Baronet (litho) by Holl, Frank (1845-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir George Stephen, Baronet)

Background imageOccasion Collection: A Representation of the Royal Entertainment at Guildhall

A Representation of the Royal Entertainment at Guildhall, London, 1761. 1761

Background imageOccasion Collection: On this occasion there was the usual confusion

On this occasion there was the usual confusion, illustration by Percy Horton for Labour Weekly. 1925

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Annual Ball at Auchtertaverty, a Love Story with a Sequel (colour litho)

The Annual Ball at Auchtertaverty, a Love Story with a Sequel (colour litho)
1040290 The Annual Ball at Auchtertaverty, a Love Story with a Sequel (colour litho) by Boyd, Alexander Stuart (1854-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annual Ball at Auchtertaverty)

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Presentation to Sir Eyre Massey Shaw, on the Occasion of his Retirement

The Presentation to Sir Eyre Massey Shaw, on the Occasion of his Retirement
1036490 The Presentation to Sir Eyre Massey Shaw, on the Occasion of his Retirement, by the Officers and Men of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade (engraving) by English School

Background imageOccasion Collection: Royal visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bristol

Royal visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bristol
Royal visit of George V and Queen Mary to Bristol, where 2500 school children formed a living British flag. Date: circa 1911

Background imageOccasion Collection: Coronation Procession, Admiralty Arch, London

Coronation Procession, Admiralty Arch, London
The Coronation Procession of King George V and Queen Mary passing through Admiralty Arch, London, 22 June 1911. Date: 1911

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Blessing at the Conclusion of the Service on the Mount of Olives (litho)

The Blessing at the Conclusion of the Service on the Mount of Olives (litho)
1064006 The Blessing at the Conclusion of the Service on the Mount of Olives (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Henry V had on one occasion been committed to prison (engraving)

Henry V had on one occasion been committed to prison (engraving)
1090814 Henry V had on one occasion been committed to prison (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry V had on one occasion been committed to prison)

Background imageOccasion Collection: Valletta: feu de joie on the occasion of Victorias birthday. Date: 1897

Valletta: feu de joie on the occasion of Victorias birthday. Date: 1897

Background imageOccasion Collection: The Education of Mr Pipp, No VII (engraving)

The Education of Mr Pipp, No VII (engraving)
1051768 The Education of Mr Pipp, No VII (engraving) by Gibson, Charles Dana (1867-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Education of Mr Pipp, No VII)

Background imageOccasion Collection: A Map of Austria and Czechoslovakia, 1718 (hand-coloured engraving)

A Map of Austria and Czechoslovakia, 1718 (hand-coloured engraving)
1195489 A Map of Austria and Czechoslovakia, 1718 (hand-coloured engraving) by Pfantz, Gottfried (fl.1718); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pfantz)




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From Hegel to Napoleon, history has witnessed grand occasions that shaped nations. The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 stands as a remarkable milestone, with Lady Delamere radiating elegance in her Coronation outfit. A ceremonial spectacle at Windsor Castle showcased the regal splendor that captivated hearts. Lower Lemon Street in Truro, Cornwall takes us back to 1911, where tradition and celebration filled the air. The Army's jubilant festivities on their Queen's birthday exemplify loyalty and honor. As Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne, a new era dawned upon the nation. Centuries apart yet united by occasion, Lower Lemon Street in Truro transports us once again to 1911 when joyous revelry echoed through its streets. Commemorating 100 years of the RAF reminds us of bravery soaring high above our skies. On Croatia's Island of Vis, an enchanting occasion unfolds against breathtaking landscapes - a testament to unity and beauty. With pride beaming from every corner, The Queen commands as Captain-General with grace and dignity unmatched. Let our voices unite as we sing the British National Anthem - a symbol of patriotism echoing through generations.