Tassel Collection (#4)

Bookmark with Tassel, Coventry, 19th century. Creator: Thomas Stevens
Bookmark with Tassel, Coventry, 19th century

Ceremonial Headdress, Hokkaido, Edo period (1615-1868), first half of the 19th century or earlier. Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Headdress, Hokkaido, Edo period (1615-1868), first half of the 19th century or earlier

Steer Horn Armchair, 1870 / 80. Creator: Unknown
Steer Horn Armchair, 1870/80

Speaking Trumpet, c. 1938. Creator: Samuel O. Klein
Speaking Trumpet, c. 1938

Curtain Tassel, 1938. Creator: J. Howard Iams
Curtain Tassel, 1938

Childs Shoe, 1940. Creator: Alexander Anderson
Childs Shoe, 1940

Bag, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Samuel O. Klein
Bag, 1935/1942

Beaded Bag, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William Kieckhofel
Beaded Bag, 1935/1942

Portrait of Francesco I de Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, ca. 1707

Mirror (chien), Period of Division, 220-589. Creator: Unknown
Mirror (chien), Period of Division, 220-589

Headdress, c. 1937. Creator: Bessie Forman
Headdress, c. 1937

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The Empress Eugenie Brooch, c. 1855 (diamonds & silver-topped gold)
3329192 The Empress Eugenie Brooch, c.1855 (diamonds & silver-topped gold) by Kramer, Francois (fl.1855); 22.9x11.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A greeting card made of plastic with an embossed floral anchor and gold stars
3604700 A greeting card made of plastic with an embossed floral anchor and gold stars, circa 1910 (plastic) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian die cut mechanical Christmas and New Year card of afan with a bouquet of
3604549 A Victorian die cut mechanical Christmas and New Year card of afan with a bouquet of flowers, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Christmas Card with a chalice and a monogram, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph)
3604378 A Christmas Card with a chalice and a monogram, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

An Edwardian Valentine Card nobody quite like you of a floral fan
3604330 An Edwardian Valentine Card nobody quite like you of a floral fan, with a lace border and a silk tassel, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School

A Victorian die cut valentine card in the shape of a fan with a border of feathers
3604289 A Victorian die cut valentine card in the shape of a fan with a border of feathers and an image of a bird with an envelope in its mouth, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

F. 21 A Man of Nootka Sound, c. 1773-84 (w / c)
5671396 F.21 A Man of Nootka Sound, c.1773-84 (w/c) by Webber, John (1750-93); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info)

Jacques Luc Barbier-Valbonne, 1796 (black chalk with white heightening on beige paper)
5673776 Jacques Luc Barbier-Valbonne, 1796 (black chalk with white heightening on beige paper) by Isabey, Jean-Baptiste (1767-1855); 26.2 x 20.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The American Star (George Washington), c. 1803 (oil and gold leaf on paper)
5667802 The American Star (George Washington), c.1803 (oil and gold leaf on paper) by Kemmelmeyer, Frederick (d.1821) (attr)

Frederik Hendrik and Amalia of Solms-Braunfels, c. 1637-8 (oil on canvas)
5863939 Frederik Hendrik and Amalia of Solms-Braunfels, c.1637-8 (oil on canvas) by Honthorst, Gerrit van (1590-1656); 213.2x201.7 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Christophe Leon Louis Juchault de Lamoriciere, French general (litho)
3105092 Christophe Leon Louis Juchault de Lamoriciere, French general (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Food in Ireland (engraving)
1594007 Food in Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Food in Ireland. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 28 February 1846)

English gentleman on trial in a religious tribunal in Avignon. He takes out a page with the legend of St. Clara of Falkenstein to the astonishment of an old hag and chaste Clara

Crested partridge and buttonquail
Crested partridge, Rollulus rouloul 1 and Madagascar buttonquail, Turnix nigricollis or Turnix nigrifrons 2. Crittonice coronata, Emipodio a benda nera

A Trompe l Oeil of Hawking Equipment (oil on canvas)
489038 A Trompe l Oeil of Hawking Equipment (oil on canvas) by Pierson, Christoffel (1631-1714); 49.5x66 cm; Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Girl skipping rope at the beach in white dress and bonnet decorated with flowers. Costume d une damoiselle de 6 a 8 ans. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Portrait of Agricol Perdiguier known as Avignonais
CHT195246 Portrait of Agricol Perdiguier known as Avignonais standing on the banks of the river Rhone at Avignon, c.1860-65 (oil on panel) by French School

Cavalry trumpet, a bugle, a gilt trumpet made by John Harris c
STC84203 Cavalry trumpet, a bugle, a gilt trumpet made by John Harris c.1730, a trumpet and a silver-mounted trumpet by William Ball c.1680, from Musical Instruments (coloured litho) by Hipkins

Tassel hyacinth, Leopoldia comosa, and hyacinth variety, Hyacinthus medius. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Tassel hyacinth, Leopoldia comosa (Muscari comosum). Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Self-portrait, c. 1670 (oil on canvas)
3709936 Self-portrait, c.1670 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 73x62 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

A Victorian Christmas card of a girl holding a doll, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3603652 A Victorian Christmas card of a girl holding a doll, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Christmas Card on a gold ground with embossed swags and a basket of holly
3604384 A Christmas Card on a gold ground with embossed swags and a basket of holly and the letter W, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School

A deckle-edge die-cut With best wishes greeting Card
3604382 A deckle-edge die-cut With best wishes greeting Card, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Christmas Card with a winter scene and a spray of ferns
3604352 A Christmas Card with a winter scene and a spray of ferns, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian greeting card of a fan with images of two birds on a nest of eggs, c
3604299 A Victorian greeting card of a fan with images of two birds on a nest of eggs, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

La Matchiche (colour photo)
3095950 La Matchiche (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Matchiche. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Football trophies, medals and caps - Sheriff of London Charity Shield, Winners Medals and Losers Medal, Medal presented to each member of the team that heads the Southern League

Alfred Crowquill (Alfred Henry Forrester), English artist
Alfred Crowquill (Alfred Henry Forrester, 1804-1872), English artist, illustrator and author, possibly a self-portrait. 1857

Darma and Chaplets
Engraving of Darma, a saint of Japan, accompanied by engravings of chaplets, known as malas in Buddhism, which are said to represent humanitys mortal desires

Gold embossed greetings card with initial M, horseshoe and moonlight scene. Date: early 20th century

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"Tassel: A Timeless Ornament Across Cultures and Eras" From the elegant ballet performances of Vaslav Nijinsky to the flamboyant costumes of Pierrot and Columbine, the tassel has adorned various forms of art throughout history. Its versatility is showcased in a recruitment poster for The Royal Marines, symbolizing honor and prestige. Traveling to Bolivia, we encounter llamas donning vibrant tassels as part of their traditional attire, adding a touch of color to their already picturesque surroundings. Meanwhile, evening dress fashion in 1922 embraced this decorative element with sophistication and grace. In an advert for Peter Robinson's gentlemen's clothing from 1895, tassels exude refinement on tailored garments fit for distinguished individuals like Louise Renee de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth. This timeless ornament transcends time and social status. Venturing further east to Cairo's Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, we find a majestic camel standing proudly with its regal saddle adorned by intricate tassels. Even Liu Bei from ancient China recognized the allure of this embellishment during his reign between 161-223 AD. During times of war, such as depicted in The British Colonial Empire wartime poster featuring African Rifles soldiers or through the uniforms and colors worn by The Border Regiment troops; tassels served not only as adornments but also symbols representing bravery and unity. Finally, robes belonging to members of the Royal Victorian Order in 1953 showcase how even within royal circles this ornamental detail remains cherished throughout generations. The humble yet captivating tassel has traversed continents and eras alike – weaving itself into diverse cultures while embodying elegance, tradition, and symbolism wherever it appears.