Ribbon Collection (#81)

Girls in White Dresses
Three little girls in white dresses with matching hats

Xmas Tree & Children
Mother lifts her daughter onto the table to admire the tree, beautifully decorated with candles and toys. Her little son stands by the table in admiration.. bedtime looms

English C17th Costume
Duke of Newcastle: breeches trimmed with ribbon loops, bucket-top boots & cloak. Charles II: petticoat breeches. Countess of Chesterfield: decollete gown

Social / Squires Door 18C
A charitable Squires wife wears a fashionable riding habit with a masculine cut & double cape-collar. Her top hat has a large ribbon rosette & her hair is worn long

Girl in a Meadow 1889
A blonde child in a large straw hat with a cocked brim & blue ribbon rosette picks an enormous bunch of meadow wildflowers including poppies, cornflowers & ox-eye daisies

Daughters Hair by Mama
Gertrud sits on a stool while her mother does her hair. She is about to put a blue ribbon in it

Girl with Toys 1940S
A sweet little girl in a knitted bathing costume with a ribbon in her hair, sits in a toy wheelbarrow and has her picture taken with her favourite doll and teddy bear

White Puppy and Cat 1909
A white cat relaxes on a comfy chair while a white puppy tries to pull his irritating collar off

Girl and Puppy 1909
A little girl is licked under the chin by her affectionate white puppy

Ribbon Jelly
Ribbon jelly on a plate

Order of Star of India
ORDER OF STAR OF INDIA : Instituted in 1861. Shown here are the collar of lotus & the heraldic rose of England; an Investment badge pendant & ribbon with cameo of Victoria

William Beckford
WILLIAM BECKFORD English writer and art collector

Girl Clutching 2 Dolls
A little girl with a blue ribbon in her hair clutching her dolls

Girl Dressing Doll
A little girl in a pink dress with a pink ribbon in her hair dresses her doll

Jacques Davy Duperron
JACQUES DAVY DUPERRON French cardinal Date: 1556 - 1618

Evening Dress 1826
Short black cut-away coat with gigot sleeves, M -cut collar, white waistcoat, silk under- waistcoat, top hat, black pumps & Wellington pantaloons (buttoned at the calf)

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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.