Ribbon Collection (#8)

Young Woman's Hands and Beribboned Hat, 1890s. Creator: Unknown
Young Woman's Hands and Beribboned Hat, 1890s

Portrait of a woman, formerly identified as Anne-Josèphe Théroigne de Méricourt (1762-1817), 1793
Portrait of a woman, formerly identified as Anne-Josephe Theroigne de Mericourt (1762-1817), 1793

Autoportrait de Madame Vigée-Lebrun (1755-1842), . Creator: Unknown
Autoportrait de Madame Vigee-Lebrun (1755-1842)

Mademoiselle Bernard-Léon, daughter of the actor, c1825. Creator: Henri-Francois Riesener
Mademoiselle Bernard-Leon, daughter of the actor, c1825

The Churchgoers. Creator: Anon
The Churchgoers

The Knight and the Lady. Creator: Anon
The Knight and the Lady

Headdress, c. 1937. Creator: Eva Noe
Headdress, c. 1937

Patten, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Patten, c. 1936

The ribbon merchant. Creator: Sigmund Freudenberger
The ribbon merchant

Portrait of a young woman looking up at the sky, c1800. Creator: Ecole Francaise
Portrait of a young woman looking up at the sky, c1800

Paris Fashions for August - Opera Dress, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Paris Fashions for August - Opera Dress, 1850. Sleeves with rows of lace (pointe d'Alencon), adorned with five rows of the same lace, lying flat

Bonnet, c. 1939. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Bonnet, c. 1939

Plate from l'Assommoir (standing couple, with other figures in background), 1878. Creator: Gaston la Touche
Plate from l'Assommoir (standing couple, with other figures in background), 1878

Infant's Bib, 1935/1942. Creator: Virginia Berge
Infant's Bib, 1935/1942

Bonnet, 1935/1942. Creator: Orville A. Carroll
Bonnet, 1935/1942

Profile of Old Woman in Cap, n.d. Creator: Pieter Gaal
Profile of Old Woman in Cap, n.d

Miss Frederika Bremer, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Miss Frederika Bremer, 1850....London was visited by the distinguished Swedish novelist Frederika Bremer, who passed by England on her way to the United States

Fashions for May - the Tulip Bonnet, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Fashions for May - the Tulip Bonnet, 1850. Bonnet...composed of white silk, covered with white-spotted tulle; the edges of the front foliated...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850

Fashions for May, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Fashions for May, 1850. From "Illustrated London News", 1850

The Hair-Ribbon, 1912. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
The Hair-Ribbon, 1912

Long Handled Bristle Brush, c. 1938. Creator: Richard Barnett
Long Handled Bristle Brush, c. 1938

Satin and Lace Hat, c. 1937. Creator: Arelia Arbo
Satin and Lace Hat, c. 1937

Paris Fashions for June - Pelerine, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Paris Fashions for June - Pelerine, 1850. A Pelerine of embroidered net, trimmed with three rows of point d'Alencon [lace], and ornamented with a large knot of ribbons Bayadere

Orange Ribbon & Clock Orange
Sue Skellern

Red Ribbon & Chair
Sue Skellern

Green Ribbon & Chair
Sue Skellern

Blue Ribbon & Bike
Sue Skellern

Teddy Bear with Pink Bow
Julia Ramiro

Blue Spray Bottle Adorned with Pink Bow
Julia Ramiro

Teddy Bear with Red Bow
Julia Ramiro

Teddy Bear with Pink Bow
Julia Ramiro

Teddy Bear with Pink Bow
Julia Ramiro

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Old man comforting crying woman, 1903
Painting by Louisa Starr Canziani (1845 - 1909) depicting an elderly man comforting a crying young woman after seemingly having read a devastating report in a newspaper about an overseas battle

Two cats by Louis Wain on a French postcard
Two cats by Louis Wain on a romantic French postcard -- Beaucoup. Date: circa 1900s

Playing Field Opening, Lanlivery, Cornwall. August 1993
County Councillor, Meg Breckon, cuts the ribbon to officially open Lanliverys new playing field. It was funded with local donations

Girl Leaning on a Ledge, Artist Unknown
Oil on canvas. This painting, catalogued as being by an unknown artist, appears to be an exact copy of part of Two Women at a Window

Sardinian Medal for Valour, Crimean War 1854-1856
This medal was awarded to Brevet Lieutenant Colonel George Frederick Stevenson Call. It is one of 17 campaign medals awarded to members of the Call family, now in the museum collection

India General Service Medal, Second Anglo-Burmese War / Second Burma War 1852-1853
This medal was awarded to Colonel George Frederick Stevenson Call. It is one of 17 campaign medals awarded to members of the Call family, now in the museum collection

South Island Giant Moa (Dinornis robustus) Right Leg, Castle Hill Station, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
This extinct, flightless bird lived in New Zealand. The largest of the species reached 3.6 meters and its only predator was the Hst eagle, until the first Polynesian settlers arrived in the 1200s

Vintage Retro Christmas Wrapping paper repeating pattern - featuring Father Christmas delivering presents, a small black kitten with a red ribbon, holly and red berries, a snowman

New York state flag

Color ribbon are seen on overhead power lines after firecrackers were set off during Beehive Firecrackers festival at the Yanshui district in Tainan, Taiwan March 1, 2018. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

Lazios mascot eagle Olimpia is attacked by a crow as it flies before the start of their Serie A soccer match against Chievo Verona at the Olympic stadium in Rome, Italy, April 26, 2015

Fitas (wish bracelets) n front of the Nosso Senhor do Bonfim Church, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil

Young Girls Underwear
A girl wears lace & ribbon edged cotton drawers, a chemise, a wadded bodice to keep her chest warm, socks & shoes with a bar across the instep

Portrait of a Lady, (c1770). Creator: Jakob Bjorck
Portrait of a Lady, (c1770)

Miss Jeanette Baumgren, 1840-1850. Creator: Carl Peter Lehmann
Miss Jeanette Baumgren, 1840-1850

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"From Royalty to Rock: The Colorful Story of Ribbon" In 1954, Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh were captured in a timeless photograph, adorned with ribbons that symbolized their regal elegance. Little did they know that this simple accessory would become an iconic representation of style and celebration. Fast forward to an advert for Mumms Champagne, where a bottle is gracefully wrapped in a vibrant ribbon, enticing us with promises of joyous festivities. Ribbons have always been associated with special occasions, adding a touch of glamour and flair. Across Europe, in Montreux's Canton Vaud, stands a statue paying tribute to the legendary Freddie Mercury. Adorned with colorful ribbons by devoted fans from all corners of the world, it serves as a testament to his enduring legacy and the power of music. But they are not limited to grand gestures; they also find their place in intricate works like Walter Crane's Garland. This stunning piece showcases delicate ribbons intertwined amidst beautiful floral patterns - an exquisite display of artistry. Moving on to history-making moments, we encounter the Suffragette W. S. P. U Badge and Ribbon. A symbol worn proudly by women fighting for equality during suffrage movements - these ribbons carried messages that spoke volumes without uttering a word. Artists throughout time have found inspiration in ribbon's graceful curves. Jane Austen herself was immortalized through watercolor on paper wearing one such elegant accessory – her portrait capturing both her literary prowess and feminine charm. Madame Rimsky-Korsakov too embraced ribbon's allure as she posed for her portrait in 1864. The soft fabric cascading down her dress added an air of sophistication befitting this remarkable woman who left her mark on Russian culture. Ribbon even finds its way into unconventional realms; Alice dons one around her neck in Amedeo Modigliani's captivating painting from 1918 – a whimsical touch that adds an element of mystery to her enigmatic persona.