Theodora Collection (#2)

Daughters of Prince and Princess Andrew of Greece
The four eldest children of Princess and Princess Andrew of Greece (Princess Alice of Battenberg). From left, Princess Cecilie (known as Cecile), later Grand Duchess of Hesse-Darmstadt (1911-1937)

Sarah Bernhardt Empress Theodora Sardou Theodora
Sarah Bernhardt as the Empress Theodora in Sardous Theodora; W. & D. Downey (British, active 1860 - 1920s); London, England; 1884; Albumen silver print

Theodora I, C. 500 - 548. Empress Of The Roman Byzantine Empire And Wife Of Emperor Justinian I. From Harmsworth History Of The World Published 1908

Medieval costume, from left to right: Byzantine Emperor Justinian with court officials and guards, Empress Theodora with court ladies, three people in Slavonic and Russian costume. Date: 6th century

CS Winifred Barker and Superintendent Shirley Becke
Winifred Theodora Barker (c1909-1995), third commander of the Met Police A4 (Women s) Branch, rising to the rank of Chief Superintendent in 1960

Chief Superintendent Winifred Barker in her office
Winifred Theodora Barker (c1909-1995), third commander of the Met Police A4 (Women s) Branch, rising to the rank of Chief Superintendent in 1960

Princess Theodora of Greece with her eldest child
Princess Theodora of Greece, Margravine of Baden (1906-69) with her eldest child, Princess Margarita Alice of Baden (born 1932)

Princess Theodora of Greece & Prince Berthold, Margrave of B
Engagement of Princess Theodora of Greece (1906-69), sister of the current Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, to Prince Berthold, Margrave of Baden in 1931

Princess Theodora and Princess Cecile of Greece`
Princess Theodora, later Margravine of Baden (1906-1969) with her younger sister, Princess Cecilie (known as Cecile), later Grand Duchess of Hesse-Darmstadt (1911-1937)

Empress Theodora with her court. ca. 547. ITALY. Ravenna. San Vitale. Detail. Early Byzantine art. Mosaic

PANC2A-00121
Emperor Justinian, shown with Theodora, Empress of the Eastern Roman Empire, 500s A.D. Antique hand-colored print

Byzantine Empress Theodoras court
Ladies of Empress Theodoras court, Eastern Roman Empire, 500 A.D. Antique hand-colored print

The Feast of Orthodoxy, 14th century. Artist: Byzantine icon
The Feast of Orthodoxy, 14th century. Found in the collection of the British Museum

The Council of Constantinople (Triumph of Orthodoxy) in 843 (Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes), Artist: Anonymous
The Council of Constantinople (Triumph of Orthodoxy) in 843 (Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes), 11th-12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Mosaic of the Empress Theodora and her court, 6th century
Mosaic of the Empress Theodora and her court from San Vitale, 6th century

Mosaic of the Byzantine Empress Theodora and her court, 6th century
Mosaic of Theodora (c. 500 28 June 548), Empress of Justinian I, and her court in San Vitale, 6th century

Prince Philips four sisters, 1922
The daughters of HRH Prince Andrew of Greece, pictured in 1922, when they were bridesmaids at the wedding of Lord Louis Mountbatten and Miss Edwina Ashley

Mountbatten wedding 1922 - royal bridesmaids
The daughters of Prince and Princess Andrew of Greece, nieces of Lord Louis Mountbatten, who all were bridesmaids at his wedding to Lady Edwina Ashley on 18 July 1922

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MARRIAGE IN HIGH LIFE, THE WEDDING OF LADY THEODORA GROSVENOR AND MR. T. MERTHYR GUEST: 1. The Ceremony in Motcombe Parish Church; 2. A Path of Flowers; 3

Martyrdom of Saint Clement, detail from an altar frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement
XIR498681 Martyrdom of Saint Clement, detail from an altar frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement, from the Church of Sant Climent de TaAOEll, Vall de Boi, Alta RibagorAza

Altar Frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement, from the Church of Sant Climent de Taull
XIR498166 Altar Frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement, from the Church of Sant Climent de TaAOEll, Vall de Boi, Alta RibagorAza

Poster for le theatre de la Porte-Saint-Martin, Theodora by Victorien Sardou. Orazi, Manuel, Artist, Gorguet, Auguste-Francois-Marie, 1862-1927, Artist

Portrait of Theodora van Zuylen van Nijevelt, print maker: Reinier van Persijn, 1623 - 1668

THEODORA (c508-548). Byzantine empress (525-548) as the wife and adviser of Justinian I. Theodora and her Court. Mid-6th century Byzantine mosaic from San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy

Walking Advertisement
1894: Sandwich-men walking up and down the Strand in London wearing sandwich-boards to advertise Theodora, a historical drama involving live lions. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Silhouette portrait of Princess Theodora of Greece (1906 - 1969), Margravine of Baden, second daughter of Prince and Princess Andrew of Greece and sister to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Royal holiday including Prince Philip
A royal group on holiday at the seaside at Mamaia on the shores of the Black Sea. From left, Princess Theodora of Greece, Prince Michael of Romania

Mountbattens / 1923
Mountbattens/1923

THEODORA (c508-548). Empress of the Eastern Roman Empire (525-548) as the wife and adviser of Justinian I. Detail from mid-6th century mosaic in presbytery of San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy

Prince Andrew of Greeces daughters
From left: Princess Theodora, Princess Sophie (the baby), Princess Margareta and Princess Cecilie of Greece, daughters of Prince Andrew of Greece and Princess Alice of Battenberg

Saint Domitilla
SAINT THEODORA Roman martyr (on right) with Saints Domitilla (on left) and Eufrosyna

Margaret / Greek / Sisters
PRINCESS MARGARET of Greece with her sisters THEODORA (b 1906), CECILIA (b 1911) and SOPHIA (b 1914) - daughters of Prince Andrew and Alice, sisters of PRINCE PHILIP

Bernhardt as Theodora
Sarah Bernhardt in the fifth act of Theodora

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"Theodora: A Tale of Empresses, Actresses, and Royalty" Step into the captivating world of Theodora, an enigmatic figure who left an indelible mark on history. From her reign as Empress Theodora in Ravenna to her portrayal by the iconic Madame Sarah Bernhardt, this name carries a legacy that spans centuries. In 1906, amidst the opulent Battenberg family gatherings, Princess Theodora of Greece graced us with her presence. Her radiance illuminated every room she entered alongside Prince Louis of Battenberg and Prince & Princess Andrew of Greece. Together they formed a regal tableau that whispered tales of power and elegance. The Basilica of Saint Vitale in Italy stands as a testament to Empress Theodora's enduring influence. Its walls bear witness to her unwavering faith and strength - qualities that defined her reign during Byzantine times. As we delve deeper into history's tapestry, we uncover another facet of Theodora's allure - captured forever in PANC2A-00011 photograph. Here we see Madame Sarah Bernhardt embodying the essence of our protagonist; her commanding presence evoking both admiration and intrigue. But beyond grandeur lies familial bonds woven intricately through generations. Princess Andrew of Greece lovingly cradles their daughters while Emily Roose nurtures them as their devoted nanny. These intimate moments reveal a softer side to Theodora's lineage – one filled with love and tenderness. Weddings are often seen as symbols of unity and new beginnings; none more so than when Princess Theodora exchanged vows with Berthold of Baden. This union bridged nations together, uniting Greek heritage with German nobility under the watchful gaze of ancestors past. Today, let us celebrate not only Empress Theodora but also all those who have carried this illustrious name throughout time – from royalty to actresses, each leaving their own unique mark on the world.