Parasols Collection (#33)

Geishas with parasols and obi sashes, Japan

Street scene, Kyoto, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Bridge at Tenjinbashi, Osaka, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Crowded beach at Venice, California, USA
A crowded beach at Venice, California, USA. Date: early 20th century

Fashions for Ascot from Marshall & Snelgrove
Advertisement for Marshall & Snelgrove of London, suggesting billowing organdie for Ascot. The long dresses, picture hats

Three women with parasols
Three women sitting on the ground, shading themselves from the sun with two parasols. The Royal Sands Hotel stands in the background

Two men in plus fours, holding parasols
Two men in plus fours and golfing socks, holding parasols, balancing on a stone

Chigo of the Yasaka Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Chigo of the Shinto Yasaka Temple, Kyoto, Japan. The Yasaka Shrine (Yasakajinja), also known as the Gion Shrine, is a Shinto shrine in the Gion District of Kyoto

Five Japanese Women Traditional Dress Parasols
Artokoloro

Camille on the Beach in Trouville, 1870 (oil on canvas)
XOS937903 Camille on the Beach in Trouville, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 38.1x46.4 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; French, out of copyright

A fete in Venice (oil on canvas)
XIR418485 A fete in Venice (oil on canvas) by Fiammingo, Paolo (Franck, Pauwels) (1540-96); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes, France; (add.info.: une fete a Venise; ); Flemish, out of copyright

Swimmers on Trouville beach, 1869 (oil on wood)
XIR386490 Swimmers on Trouville beach, 1869 (oil on wood) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 31x48 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Baigneurs sue la plage de Trouville; ); French

Parasols, W. and J. Sangster

Rotten Row in Hyde Park, London, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
XJF283168 Rotten Row in Hyde Park, London, c.1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Marche aux Innocents (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XIR234469 The Marche aux Innocents (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Hoffbauer, Theodor Josef Hubert (1839-1922); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

A View of Margate from the Pier, 1868 (oil on canvas)
BAL223361 A View of Margate from the Pier, 1868 (oil on canvas) by Webb, James (1825-95); 66x101.6 cm; Private Collection; Haynes Fine Art at the Bindery Galleries, Broadway; English, out of copyright

Beach Scene, Trouville, 1873 (oil on panel)
XCF124166 Beach Scene, Trouville, 1873 (oil on panel) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 15.2x29.8 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

The Summer Bower, Derwent Water, Thomas Creswick, 1811-1869, British

Girls with a large umbrella looking at a horse

Sunset on the public beach of Flic en Flac on the western coast of Mauritius, Africa

Small umbrella on a hard drive, symbolic image for data protection

Umbrellas on the beach, Gatteo a Mare, Region of Emilia Romana, Adriatic Sea, Italy, Europe

Two girls with parasols in Burnt Forest, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America, North America

Sunbeds and palm trees, Ile aux Cerfs, Black River, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Riverside scene near Zermatt, Switzerland Date: 1903

Ancon, Peru - A group of bathers. Ancon is a district of northern Lima Province in Peru. It is a popular beach resort, visited every summer by hundreds of people from Lima Date: 1908

Three Japanese Geisha in Rickshaws Date: circa 1904

Garden Scene, Japan - Geisha - Fishing on small stone bridge Date: circa 1905

Garden Scene - Geisha - Japan - One of the four girls is fidhing, whilst two others stand and hold umbrellas / parasols. Date: circa 1905

Kobe, Japan, Rickshaws, Drivers, passengers on Nunobiki Road Date: 1908

Le Treport - a corner of the Beach - France
A corner of the Beach at Le Treport, a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Haute-Normandie region in north-western France. Date: circa 1909

Girls having fun in the park playing with hoops and dolls
Young French Girls having fun in the park playing with hoops and dolls Date: circa 1907

Street Sellers of Rope Tobacco, Kingston, Jamaica Date: circa 1910

Fold-out Christmas Card printed on some form of synthetic vellum - featuring depictions of exotic black children from a fantasy land in the sun. Date: 1933

Six Japanese Ladies, Japan Date: circa 1910s

Vietnam - Hue - Nam-Giao Festival - Imperial Chair
Carrying the Imperial Chair at the Nam Giao Festival, Hue, Vietnam - a ceremony held in honour of the earth and sky. Date: circa 1926

On the Lake - Group take a little boat out for a spin
On the Lake A group of Russians take a little boat out for a spin. The hot sunny day necessitates the use of parasols by two of the ladies. Date: 1904

The Iris Flower Garden, Horikiri, Tokyo, Japan Date: circa 1910s

General view of the popular promenade Des Aeglais along the Mediterranean at Nice, France

On the Lido Mrs Forster, Mr George Thomas and Mrs Emery 25 August 1926

Thailand Sunshades

Picture No. 10887206
Shaggy Parasols - in deciduous woodland (Lepiota rhacodes ) Date:

Picture No. 10887194
Shaggy Parasols - in deciduous woodland (Lepiota rhacodes ) Date:

Picture No. 10887196
Shaggy Parasols - in deciduous woodland (Lepiota rhacodes ) Date:

Chenang Beach, Langkawi Island, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Beach Scene In Holland
Scheveningen, Holland: 1933 A scene at the beach in Scheveningen, Hollands most fashonable resort city

Parasols, W. And J. Sangster

Fregate Island Resort, Seychelles, Indian Ocean, Africa

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"Sheltered in Style: Parasols Add a Touch of Elegance to Beaches Worldwide" From the sunny shores of Longboat Key, Sarasota, Florida, to the vibrant boardwalks of Atlantic City, New Jersey, and even along the picturesque beaches at Cattolica on Italy's Adriatic coast - they have become an iconic symbol of relaxation and sophistication. Inspired by Georges-Pierre Seurat's masterpiece "A Sunday on La Grande Jatte, " these colorful umbrellas dotting the sandy beach create a mesmerizing scene reminiscent of an artist's palette. Just like the rolling chairs found along Atlantic City's boardwalk, parasols offer both shade from the scorching sun and a stylish way to enjoy leisurely strolls by the water. Even our furry friends know how delightful it is to lounge under a parasol. Lhasa Apso and Shih Tzu puppies find solace beneath its protective canopy as they bask in their adorable innocence. And just as Japanese peach blossoms bloom delicately under nature's own parasol during springtime, these umbrellas provide respite from life's heat while celebrating beauty. Throughout history, they have played diverse roles across continents. They witnessed British troops entering Singapore with their elegant presence; they shaded fashionable ladies in Quebec City during summer afternoons; they accompanied residents of Izmir (Smyrna) - Torbali on their coastal adventures. Dating back to 1810, tiny parasols showcased intricate craftsmanship that captivated hearts with their delicate charm. And who can forget those timeless images captured along Brighton Promenade in 1908? they were not only practical but also served as fashion statements for women seeking seaside elegance. Even sports events like Wimbledon had spectators shielding themselves from intense rays with trusty parasols during thrilling semi-finals in '81. These versatile accessories truly transcend borders and eras.