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Sisters Collection (#10)

"Sisters: A Tapestry of Timeless Bonds" In the enchanting world of literature, they have always held a special place

Background imageSisters Collection: Cabinet. Antwerp (?). circa 1650. Detail

Cabinet. Antwerp (?). circa 1650. Detail. The paintings that decore the cabinet offers a Calvinist vision of concept of Love and Beauty, through a moralizing interpretation of Metamorphosis of Ovid

Background imageSisters Collection: Saint Lazarus with his Sisters Martha and Mary

Saint Lazarus with his Sisters Martha and Mary
Master of Perea. Saint Lazarus with his Sisters Martha and Mary. Valencian School, early 16th century. Lazaro Galdiano Museum. Madrid. Spain

Background imageSisters Collection: Russia - Tsar Nicholas II and family

Russia - Tsar Nicholas II and family: (clockwise from left) Grand Duchess Anastasia (1901-1918), Tsarevich Alexei (1904-1918), Grand Duchess Maria (1899-1918)

Background imageSisters Collection: Russia - Tsar Nicholas II

Russia - Tsar Nicholas II
Russia - The children of Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna: (clockwise from left): Grand Duchess Olga (1895-1918), Grand Duchess Tatiana (1897-1918), Grand Duchess Maria (1898-1918)

Background imageSisters Collection: Two young children at Hampton Court Castle, Herefordshire

Two young children at Hampton Court Castle, Herefordshire
Two Talbot Rice children, sister and brother, Cecil Penelope, standing, and David Arthur as a toddler, seated in a fine perambulator, at Hampton Court Castle, Herefordshire - September 1932

Background imageSisters Collection: Set of books on steamships and ocean liners

Set of books on steamships and ocean liners, including Splendid Sisters, The Ben Line, Steamships and Their Story

Background imageSisters Collection: Gloucester St Lucy's Home

Gloucester St Lucy's Home
A rear view of St Lucy's Home for Girls, Gloucester, founded in 1869 by the Sisters of St John the Baptist. Date: circa 1905

Background imageSisters Collection: Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and Princess Elizabeth

Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and Princess Elizabeth
Queen Mary I surprising Edward Courtenay, 1st Earl of Devon, and Princess Elizabeth. Although they were all related as second cousins

Background imageSisters Collection: The Two Sisters

The Two Sisters
An oil painting portraying two young women, the sisters are sat together, one has their arm over the other's shoulder. Date: 1918

Background imageSisters Collection: Happy Hours

Happy Hours
A group portrait painting of two girls, either friends or sisters, one of them is reading a book on her lap, whith her arm around the shoulders of the other, wearing a yellow dress. Date: circa 1917

Background imageSisters Collection: Two sisters posing for a photograph - Blackpool, Lancashire

Two sisters posing for a photograph - Blackpool, Lancashire
Two sisters posing for a photograph - Studio aimed at visitors/holidaysmakers on the seafront at Blackpool, Lancashire Date: circa 1904

Background imageSisters Collection: Seaside donkey pulling a car across Block Island beach, USA

Seaside donkey pulling a car across Block Island beach, USA
A superb photographic postcard showing a Seaside donkey pulling (a pretty stuck-looking!) car acoss a sandy beach at Block Island

Background imageSisters Collection: Cunard liners Mauretania and Lusitania - two items

Cunard liners Mauretania and Lusitania - two items
William Affleck Anderson Archive - two items. Top: rare postcard of the Cunard sisters Lusitania and Mauretania together titled Funnels of Mauretania and Lusitania Canada Dock 14 October 1909

Background imageSisters Collection: Cunard liners Mauretania and Lusitania, Canada Dock

Cunard liners Mauretania and Lusitania, Canada Dock
Cunard liners Mauretania and Lusitania, William Affleck Anderson Archive. An extremely rare postcard of the Cunard sister ships Lusitania and Mauretania together

Background imageSisters Collection: Sister's Levey, performers, theatrical studio portrait

Sister's Levey, performers, theatrical studio portrait
Sisters Levey, performers, theatrical studio portrait of the three women performers in clown costume, with pointed hats, pom-poms, and long gloves

Background imageSisters Collection: The Seven Boys of the Pleiades

The Seven Boys of the Pleiades
A surreal artistic rendering of seven boys from a painting by Francis Floris (1519-1570), a Flemish painter and artist. The painting is an allegory (a common trait in Floris's paintings)

Background imageSisters Collection: Military Hospital at Abassieh, Egypt

Military Hospital at Abassieh, Egypt
The staff on the ward of the military hospital at Abassieh, Egypt, under the direction of English sisters (nuns). Likely used in the Mahdist War

Background imageSisters Collection: A summer paddle on the beach at Bournemouth

A summer paddle on the beach at Bournemouth
A Mother, her daughter and two of her sisters/Aunts going for a summer paddle at the British coastal seaside resort of Bournemouth, Dorset..ng in the Date: circa 1920s

Background imageSisters Collection: Famous conjoined sisters Daisy and Violet Hilton

Famous conjoined sisters Daisy and Violet Hilton
The Brighton United Twins - famous conjoined sisters Daisy and Violet Hilton (1908-1969). The twins were exhibited in Europe as children, and toured the United States sideshow

Background imageSisters Collection: Photographic studio portrait - smart family

Photographic studio portrait - smart family
A Family have their portrait taken in a professional photographic studio. The Father is relaxed and smiling, the two young daughters are slightly timid and the Mother offers up a steely glare

Background imageSisters Collection: Alexandra of Denmark (consort to Edward VII) in Copenhagen, playing quiet rubber (card game)

Alexandra of Denmark (consort to Edward VII) in Copenhagen, playing quiet rubber (card game) with her two sisters, Maria Feodorovna, Princess Thyra of Denmark and father Christian IX

Background imageSisters Collection: Jessica Mitford at a book signing event

Jessica Mitford at a book signing event
Jessica Mitford (Jessica Lucy Freeman-Mitford, 1917-1996), nicknamed Decca, English author, journalist, communist and political campaigner, one of the Mitford sisters

Background imageSisters Collection: Jessica Mitford speaking at a microphone

Jessica Mitford speaking at a microphone
Jessica Mitford (Jessica Lucy Freeman-Mitford, 1917-1996), nicknamed Decca, English author, journalist, communist and political campaigner, one of the Mitford sisters

Background imageSisters Collection: The Baddeley sisters were both actresses, Angela (right) was married to Mr Glen Byam-Shaw

The Baddeley sisters were both actresses, Angela (right) was married to Mr Glen Byam-Shaw and Hermione was married to Mr David Tennat

Background imageSisters Collection: THE TOMB OF PHAETON

THE TOMB OF PHAETON
After his fatal drive, Phaeton's tomb is flanked by his sisters, changed into poplars, while his friend Cygnus, bitterly mourning his death, becomes a swan. Date:

Background imageSisters Collection: JESUS REVIVES LAZARUS

JESUS REVIVES LAZARUS
He brings Lazarus back from the dead as a favour to his sisters Mary and Martha. Date: circa 1

Background imageSisters Collection: MCKINLEYS SISTERS VISIT

MCKINLEYS SISTERS VISIT
WILLIAM MCKINLEY The Presidents sisters visit him on his death bed soon after his shooting Date: September 1901

Background imageSisters Collection: WALTER T STINSON

WALTER T STINSON
Mina Crandon's dead brother Walter Stinson, who ostensibly gave strong evidence for his survival after death during his sister's seances

Background imageSisters Collection: DECEASED WIFE'S SISTER

DECEASED WIFE'S SISTER
The DECEASED WIFE'S SISTER'S BILL is pushed through Parliament by Lord Dalhousie, allowing a man to marry his dead wife's sister if he chooses and she agrees Date: 1883

Background imageSisters Collection: A group of sister at the beach

A group of sister at the beach
3735429 A group of sister at the beach by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a group of sisters enjoying their day at the beach)

Background imageSisters Collection: 3673718

3673718

Background imageSisters Collection: A Thorn Amidst Roses, c. 1887 (oil on canvas)

A Thorn Amidst Roses, c. 1887 (oil on canvas)
MAN276858 A Thorn Amidst Roses, c.1887 (oil on canvas) by Sant, James (1820-1916); 111.8x87.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageSisters Collection: Haytime, c. 1860 (w/c & bodycolour on paper)

Haytime, c. 1860 (w/c & bodycolour on paper)
MAN63027 Haytime, c.1860 (w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99); 23.2x36.2 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: by Myles Birket Foster); © Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageSisters Collection: Music, 1801 (oil on canvas)

Music, 1801 (oil on canvas)
5897183 Music, 1801 (oil on canvas) by Wilde, Samuel de (1748-1832); 71.1x90.7 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Background imageSisters Collection: Sunday Morning, 1901 (oil on canvas)

Sunday Morning, 1901 (oil on canvas)
3526727 Sunday Morning, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Stott, William Edward (1859-1918); 88x102 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Interior)

Background imageSisters Collection: The Ladies Noel, c. 1740 (oil on canvas)

The Ladies Noel, c. 1740 (oil on canvas)
MAN277424 The Ladies Noel, c.1740 (oil on canvas) by Dandridge, Bartholomew (1691-c.1754); 118x156.7 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: featuring Elizabeth, Jane and Juliana)

Background imageSisters Collection: Mercury, Herse and Aglauros (oil on canvas)

Mercury, Herse and Aglauros (oil on canvas)
MAN368389 Mercury, Herse and Aglauros (oil on canvas) by Ricci, Sebastiano (1658-1734) (school of); 88.5x58.8 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Episode from Ovid's Metamorphoses (8 AD)

Background imageSisters Collection: Spring joyce

Spring joyce
Fernand Hick

Background imageSisters Collection: This is embarrasing

This is embarrasing
Prashant Meswani

Background imageSisters Collection: The children of Martial Caillebotte, 1895 (oil on canvas)

The children of Martial Caillebotte, 1895 (oil on canvas)
7062546 The children of Martial Caillebotte, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); (add.info.: The children of Martial Caillebotte, 1895, Pierre Auguste Renoir)

Background imageSisters Collection: The mystic marriage of saint Catherine of Alexandria and saint Catherine and Bernardino of Siena

The mystic marriage of saint Catherine of Alexandria and saint Catherine and Bernardino of Siena
7129385 The mystic marriage of saint Catherine of Alexandria and saint Catherine and Bernardino of Siena, 16th century (oil on panel) by Genga

Background imageSisters Collection: The sisters, 1929-30, (oil on canvas)

The sisters, 1929-30, (oil on canvas)
7129287 The sisters, 1929-30, (oil on canvas) by Breveglieri, Cesare (1902-1948) ; Galleria Comunale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The sisters, 1929-30)

Background imageSisters Collection: Family portrait, 1837, (oil on canvas)

Family portrait, 1837, (oil on canvas)
7129188 Family portrait, 1837, (oil on canvas) by Pedrazzi, Luigi ((1802-1845); Museo della Citta, Rimini, Italy; (add.info.: Family portrait, 1837, Luigi Pedrazzi, oil on canvas)

Background imageSisters Collection: Zenaide and Charlotte Bonaparte, 1821, (oil on canvas)

Zenaide and Charlotte Bonaparte, 1821, (oil on canvas)
7129748 Zenaide and Charlotte Bonaparte, 1821, (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); Museo Napoleonico, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Zenaide and Charlotte Bonaparte, 1821)

Background imageSisters Collection: Summer Fun, 1915 (oil on canvas)

Summer Fun, 1915 (oil on canvas)
989986 Summer Fun, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Elsley, Arthur John (1861-1952); 79.5x109.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer Fun. Arthur John Elsley (1861-1952). Oil on canvas

Background imageSisters Collection: Snow White and Rose Red (colour litho)

Snow White and Rose Red (colour litho)
AKV384607 Snow White and Rose Red (colour litho) by Hey, Paul (1867-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schneeweisschen und Rosenrot;); © Ackermann Kunstverlag; © Estate of Paul Hey

Background imageSisters Collection: Miss Ginny and Polly, (oil on canvas)

Miss Ginny and Polly, (oil on canvas)
985295 Miss Ginny and Polly, (oil on canvas) by Emmett, Lydia Field (1866-1952); 127x102.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Ginny and Polly. Lydia Field Emmett (1866-1952). Oil on canvas

Background imageSisters Collection: The Four Sisters. 'Where on earth the husband came from, by what feelings the poor man could have

The Four Sisters. "Where on earth the husband came from, by what feelings the poor man could have been actuated
1000841 The Four Sisters. "Where on earth the husband came from, by what feelings the poor man could have been actuated




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"Sisters: A Tapestry of Timeless Bonds" In the enchanting world of literature, they have always held a special place. From the pages of Pride & Prejudice, we find ourselves hoping that Mr. Bingley will appreciate their sisterly bond as much as we do. Moving from fiction to reality, let's travel back in time to New York City where the captivating Dolly Sisters took center stage. With their mesmerizing performances and dazzling beauty, they left audiences spellbound during the 1920s Casino de Paris show. Fast forward to the glamorous 1950s Hollywood scene, and we encounter another set of famous sisters - Joan and Jackie Collins. These talented siblings conquered both page and screen with their remarkable storytelling abilities. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in England, three literary geniuses emerged - Charlotte Bronte and her equally gifted sisters Emily and Anne. Their collective brilliance continues to inspire readers worldwide through timeless works like Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. Music has also witnessed its fair share of sisterhood triumphs. The pop group Five Star burst onto the scene in December 1984 with infectious melodies that united fans around the globe. As our journey unfolds further, we find ourselves on Margate Pier surrounded by Jessie Wildon and her Bijou Orchestra. This harmonious ensemble showcases how music can strengthen familial bonds while delighting audiences with their melodious tunes. Returning once again to those captivating Dolly Sisters who effortlessly transcended borders between Paris and New York City; they epitomized glamour wearing exquisite Lucile gowns that accentuated not only their outer beauty but also showcased an unbreakable sisterly connection beneath it all. Lastly, let us celebrate yet another iconic sibling quintet - The Nolan Sisters - Linda, Anne, Bernadette Denise, and Maureen whose voices harmoniously blended together on May 16th1977 capturing hearts far beyond their native shores.