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Ribbons Collection (#5)

"Unraveling the Threads of Tradition: Ribbons in History and Everyday Life" The Workers May-Pole: A vibrant tapestry of unity

Background imageRibbons Collection: Reuben Black Boy and family, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

Reuben Black Boy and family, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Reuben Black Boy and family, c1910. Half-length portrait of Piegan family

Background imageRibbons Collection: 'Rosalind and Celia' ('As You Like It', by Miss Edwards in the Exhibition of the Society... 1862)

"Rosalind and Celia" ("As You Like It", by Miss Edwards in the Exhibition of the Society... 1862)
"Rosalind and Celia" ("As You Like It", by Miss Edwards in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862)

Background imageRibbons Collection: Christmas Lights in London 2023

Christmas Lights in London 2023
Christmas lights in Covent Garden Market in London 2023 shaped like bells and ribbons

Background imageRibbons Collection: French woman wearing the fashion of July 1792. She wears a bonnet with ribbons and bows, wig

French woman wearing the fashion of July 1792. She wears a bonnet with ribbons and bows, wig, fichu (neckerchief), fitted bodice dress with ribbon hem

Background imageRibbons Collection: Parisian bridal dress from 1830

Parisian bridal dress from 1830
3779529 Parisian bridal dress from 1830; (add.info.: Parisian bridal dress from 1830 - fashionable dress. From Ladies Pocket Magazine May1830.); Lebrecht History

Background imageRibbons Collection: Paris Carriage costume from 1830

Paris Carriage costume from 1830
3779530 Paris Carriage costume from 1830; (add.info.: Paris Carriage costume from 1830 - fashionable coat. From Ladies Pocket Magazine May1830.); Lebrecht History

Background imageRibbons Collection: English gentleman in hunting pinks having his portrait

English gentleman in hunting pinks having his portrait painted, 19th century. Ruddle the artist smoking a pipe while painting Bragg seated on a saddle stand. Mr. Braggs equestrian portrait

Background imageRibbons Collection: American Wyandotte chickens

American Wyandotte chickens, cock and hen, Gallus gallus domesticus. Bred by T.C. Heath. First prize winners at Crystal Palace and Birmingham 1886

Background imageRibbons Collection: Woman in huge hats from the court of Marie Antoinette

Woman in huge hats from the court of Marie Antoinette
Woman in sky-blue caraco wearing a huge straw hat lined with pink satin and decorated with ribbons, and woman in pink caraco with large hat in taffeta and gauze, decorated with artificial flowers

Background imageRibbons Collection: Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Matt Busby with the European Cup Winners Cup

Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Matt Busby with the European Cup Winners Cup and a replica of the European Cup - May 1991

Background imageRibbons Collection: Sir Alex Ferguson with the Champions League Trophy - 26 / 05 / 1999

Sir Alex Ferguson with the Champions League Trophy - 26 / 05 / 1999
Sir Alex Ferguson with the Champions League Trophy - 26/05/1999

Background imageRibbons Collection: Sagoo Family Siblings living in Southall, Middlesex arrived from Nairobi

Sagoo Family Siblings living in Southall, Middlesex arrived from Nairobi, Kenya 11 months ago, pictured December 1968. The brother and six sisters are waiting for their parents

Background imageRibbons Collection: Parasol, American, 1880-90. Creator: Unknown

Parasol, American, 1880-90. Creator: Unknown
Parasol, American, 1880-90

Background imageRibbons Collection: Anne of Austria, 1660. Creator: Robert Nanteuil

Anne of Austria, 1660. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Anne of Austria, 1660

Background imageRibbons Collection: Comtesse de la Chatre (Marie Charlotte Louise Perrette Aglae Bontemps, 1762-1848), 1789

Comtesse de la Chatre (Marie Charlotte Louise Perrette Aglae Bontemps, 1762-1848), 1789

Background imageRibbons Collection: Fantasy Austrian New Year Maypole

Fantasy Austrian New Year Maypole - A glamorous young lady enjoys toying with her formerly-dressed suitors, all in miniature form and flying around her on champagne bottles

Background imageRibbons Collection: The Presidente of Rieux (pastel on panel)

The Presidente of Rieux (pastel on panel)
XIR156762 The Presidente of Rieux (pastel on panel) by Tour, Maurice Quentin de la (1704-88); 116x90 cm; Musee Cognacq-Jay, Paris

Background imageRibbons Collection: Olga Valery - French actress - Roses

Olga Valery - French actress - Roses
Olga Timchenko (aka Olga Valery) (1903-2002) - French actress of Ukrainian origin - performing at the Casino de Paris. The (remarkable) comment on the postcard reverse reads as follows

Background imageRibbons Collection: Poland, Cracow. Polish girls in traditional dress sitting at the base of the statue of Adam

Poland, Cracow. Polish girls in traditional dress sitting at the base of the statue of Adam Mickiewicz, preparing to dance in Market Square

Background imageRibbons Collection: Anna Theodora Barbara Regenburg, née Wetche, 1838. Creator: Georg Raedel

Anna Theodora Barbara Regenburg, née Wetche, 1838. Creator: Georg Raedel
Anna Theodora Barbara Regenburg, nee Wetche, 1838

Background imageRibbons Collection: Juliane Marie, Frederik V's second queen, 1721-1769. Creator: Peter Wichmann

Juliane Marie, Frederik V's second queen, 1721-1769. Creator: Peter Wichmann
Juliane Marie, Frederik V's second queen, 1721-1769

Background imageRibbons Collection: Floral Bouquet

Floral Bouquet
Xuan Thai

Background imageRibbons Collection: The Torus

The Torus
Mystic Number

Background imageRibbons Collection: Cute Ribbon

Cute Ribbon
Xuan Thai

Background imageRibbons Collection: Christmas At Tiffanys

Christmas At Tiffanys
Kubistika

Background imageRibbons Collection: Weaving taffeta silk ribbons Patterson New Jersey USA

Weaving taffeta silk ribbons Patterson New Jersey USA early 1900s

Background imageRibbons Collection: Victorian Christmas Xmas Snow Snowing Card Robin

Victorian Christmas Xmas Snow Snowing Card Robin
victorian, christmas, xmas, snow, snowing, card, robin, robins, bird, birds, winter, orchestra, playing, music, in, the, may, be, happy, and, bright, violin, cello, wings, ribbons, bows, 13944339

Background imageRibbons Collection: Winking Cow

Winking Cow
An illustration portraying the head of a cow, happily winking, wearing a pair of ribbons around the neck in red and blue. Date: circa 1901

Background imageRibbons Collection: Fairy Illustration

Fairy Illustration
An illustration of fairy-like young woman, wearing a sequin dress with pink ribbons strapped around her shoulders, bursting through some paper

Background imageRibbons Collection: Bathroom Mirror

Bathroom Mirror
A portrait oil painting of a young woman, wearing a blue, white striped gown, with blue ribbons in her hair, she is looking into a large, square mirror in the bathroom

Background imageRibbons Collection: Spanish Girl

Spanish Girl
A portrait painting of a smiling young Spanish woman, wearing a heavily patterned cloak, with ribbons in yellow, red and blue fastened to her hair. Date: circa 1916

Background imageRibbons Collection: Women's Fashion Feature

Women's Fashion Feature
Lingerie, topcoats and hairstyles - an eclectic range of women's fashion trends. Date: 1932

Background imageRibbons Collection: Hats for autumn

Hats for autumn
Showcasing the latest range of hats available at Gorringes. Date: 1939

Background imageRibbons Collection: Women making Valentine gifts, made from paper, ribbons and glue. Date: 1908

Women making Valentine gifts, made from paper, ribbons and glue. Date: 1908

Background imageRibbons Collection: Late Victorians children's fashion 1899

Late Victorians children's fashion 1899
Girls and boys linked hands, wearing the latest in Victorian clothing

Background imageRibbons Collection: 3671496

3671496

Background imageRibbons Collection: 3671424

3671424

Background imageRibbons Collection: Quito dancing with spear, 1865 (watercolour)

Quito dancing with spear, 1865 (watercolour)
3673078 Quito dancing with spear, 1865 (watercolour) by Salas, Ramon (1815-80); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Quito costumes Drawing No. 6)

Background imageRibbons Collection: 3671370

3671370

Background imageRibbons Collection: Madame Valentine Fray, 1901 (oil on canvas)

Madame Valentine Fray, 1901 (oil on canvas)
7238035 Madame Valentine Fray, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 64.8 x 54 cm; Glasgow Museums, UK; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Background imageRibbons Collection: 3671477

3671477

Background imageRibbons Collection: Deborah Worsley of Platt, 1765-70 (oil on canvas)

Deborah Worsley of Platt, 1765-70 (oil on canvas)
5043060 Deborah Worsley of Platt, 1765-70 (oil on canvas) by English School, (18th century); 128x101 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageRibbons Collection: Dress, 1879-80 (silk, cotton and wool)

Dress, 1879-80 (silk, cotton and wool)
2959446 Dress, 1879-80 (silk, cotton and wool) by English School, (19th century); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Annotated in Cunnington lists as Worn by Madame Canziani)

Background imageRibbons Collection: Gerbrand Pancras, 1670 (oil on canvas)

Gerbrand Pancras, 1670 (oil on canvas)
3474937 Gerbrand Pancras, 1670 (oil on canvas) by Borch or Terborch, Gerard ter (1617-81); 33x28 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageRibbons Collection: The shelter on the Longchamps Race Course, 1868. Woman in tunic over a white crinoline

The shelter on the Longchamps Race Course, 1868. Woman in tunic over a white crinoline
5913098 The shelter on the Longchamps Race Course, 1868. Woman in tunic over a white crinoline, and woman in pink crinoline dress with train. The Hippodrome de Longchamp racetrack opened in 1857

Background imageRibbons Collection: After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts in 1884, 1898 (litho)

After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts in 1884, 1898 (litho)
5913109 After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts in 1884, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: After a meeting of the Institute. The Pont des Arts, 1884)

Background imageRibbons Collection: The Grand Prix Day in 1895, 1898 (litho)

The Grand Prix Day in 1895, 1898 (litho)
5913118 The Grand Prix Day in 1895, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: The Grand Prix Day, 1895. Woman in check dress with wide sleeves)

Background imageRibbons Collection: German courtier, 1577 (colour engraving)

German courtier, 1577 (colour engraving)
XIR391474 German courtier, 1577 (colour engraving) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: German court man;)




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"Unraveling the Threads of Tradition: Ribbons in History and Everyday Life" The Workers May-Pole: A vibrant tapestry of unity, ribbons intertwine as a symbol of solidarity in this design for a socialist poster. Christmas Card Banjo: Strumming festive melodies, ribbons adorn this unique banjo-shaped Christmas card, adding a touch of whimsy to holiday greetings. Margaret Murray's Jacobite Recruitment: With ribbons fluttering in the wind, Margaret Murray rallies supporters for the Jacobites' cause during the tumultuous year of 1745. Maypole Dancing in Paul, Cornwall: Ribbons twirl through the air as villagers celebrate spring's arrival with joyous maypole dancing traditions that have stood the test of time. The Enchanting Dancing Girl (1895): Gracefully adorned with ribbons cascading down her dress, this captivating figure captures an era when elegance met movement on stage. Idem Aurantium Limonis Effigle (1646): In a mesmerizing colored engraving from Hesperides, delicate ribbons entwine around citrus fruits like whispers of nature's beauty and abundance. Great Orders of Knighthood and High Decorations: Adorned with regal ribbons and symbols denoting honor and prestige, these prestigious orders bestow recognition upon those who have excelled beyond measure. Reflections Through Innocence: A naked little girl gazes into her mirror while gentle ribbon accents remind us to cherish moments where self-acceptance blossoms effortlessly within our youthfulness. Shih Tzu Dog - Ribbon Elegance: With an adorable ribbon adorning its hair, this charming Shih Tzu exudes both playfulness and poise—a true embodiment of canine gracefulness. Victorian Scrap Banjo Bouquet.