Yevonde Collection (#7)

Countess of Galloway by Madame Yevonde
The Countess of Galloway by Madame Yevonde. She was formerly Philippa Fendall Wendell (?-1974). She married the 12th Earl of Galloway in 1924; a daughter was born in 1925

Marchioness of Queensberry by Madame Yevonde
The Marchioness of Queensberry by Madame Yevonde, formerly Cathleen Sabine Mann (1896-1959). She was an artist who exhibited at various galleries in London

Lady Mary Scott by Madame Yevonde
Lady Mary Theresa Montagu Douglas Scott (1904-1984) by Madame Yevonde. She was the fourth daughter of the 7th Duke of Buccleugh and 9th Duke of Queensberry

Lubov Tschernicheva by Madame Yevonde
Lubov Tschernicheva (1890-1976) by Madame Yevonde. She was a Russian ballerina, a member of Diaghilevs Ballets Russes. Seen here as one of the Maids of Honour in Las Meninas

Oriel Ross by Madame Yevonde
Oriel Ross (Muriel Swinstead, 1907-1994), actress, by Madame Yevonde. In 1928 she appeared in the role of Nature in Diaghilevs Ballet Ode at His Majestys Theatre

Lady Caroline Paget by Madame Yevonde
Lady Caroline Paget (1913-1973) by Madame Yevonde. She was the eldest daughter of the 6th Marquess of Anglesey, making her debut in 1931. Seen here with a bird perched on her hands. Date: 1931

Lady Blanche Somerset by Madame Yevonde
Lady Blanche Linnie Somerset (1897-1968) by Madame Yevonde. She was the elder daughter of the 9th Duke of Beaufort. Date: 1915

Miss Ivy Tresmand by Madame Yevonde
Miss Ivy Tresmand (1898-1980) by Madame Yevonde. She was an actress and singer appearing mainly in musical theatre. In 1921 she was appearing in an operetta entitled Sybil at Dalys Theatre

Hon. Lorraine Berry by Madame Yevonde
The Hon. Mary Lorraine Berry by Madame Yevonde. She was the second daughter of the late Lord Buckland. She had just become engaged to Lieutenant Colonel Gwyn Morgan-Jones of the Life Guards -- they

Vera Brittain by Madame Yevonde
Vera Mary Brittain (1893-1970) by Madame Yevonde. She was a writer, journalist, pacifist, speaker and lecturer, best known for her memories of the First World War, Testament of Youth

Rosalie Hearfield by Madame Yevonde
Pamela Rosalie Suzanne Hearfield (1915-?) by Madame Yevonde. She made her debut at court in 1933. She became engaged to Anthony Lyttleton Ramsden Henville Thresher in 1948. Date: 1933

Pamela Wellesley by Madame Yevonde
Pamela Wellesley (1912-1987) by Madame Yevonde. She was the daughter of the late Lord Richard Wellesley, and had just become engaged to Lieutenant Charles Robert Archibald Grant RN

Susan Corbett and Mrs R W Crawford by Madame Yevonde. Margaret Susan Corbett (?-1981) was the daughter of Geoffrey Robert Josceline Corbett of County Fermanagh, Ireland

Susan Corbett by Madame Yevonde
Margaret Susan Corbett (?-1981) by Madame Yevonde. She was the daughter of Geoffrey Robert Josceline Corbett of County Fermanagh, Ireland

Mary Ellis by Madame Yevonde
Mary Ellis (1897-2003) by Madame Yevonde. She was an American-born actress and singer, popular on the British stage. Seen here at the time she was appearing in a production entitled Music in the Air

Betty Nuthall by Madame Yevonde
Betty Nuthall (1911-1983) by Madame Yevonde. She was an English tennis player, champion at Wimbledon and in the French and US Opens. Seen here modelling with ostrich feathers, in a puzzle picture

Valerie Taylor by Madame Yevonde
Valerie Taylor (1902-1988) by Madame Yevonde. She was an English actress of stage and screen who had just returned to England from Hollywood. She was married to the actor Hugh Sinclair. Date: 1933

Ethne Woollan by Madame Yevonde. She was the only daughter of Mr and Mrs Montgomery Woollan. She had just become engaged to John Baskervyle-Glegg of the Royal Scots Greys

Hon. Sheila Berry by Madame Yevonde
The Hon. Sheila Berry by Madame Yevonde. Seen here modelling a dress of black crepe de Chine and a high-crowned hat with a nose-length veil

Joscelyne Verney by Madame Yevonde
Joscelyne Verney (1915-?) by Madame Yevonde. She was the daughter of Sir Ralph and Lady Verney. Date: 1933

Lady Alexandra Haig by Madame Yevonde
Lady Alexandra Henrietta Louisa Haig (1907-1997) by Madame Yevonde. She was the second daughter of the late Field-Marshal Earl Haig. Seen here posing with lilies. Date: 1936

Lady Glentanar by Madame Yevonde
Lady Glentanar (Grethe Dagbjort Thoresen of Oslo, Norway) by Madame Yevonde. She married Thomas Coats, 2nd Baron Glentanar, in 1927. Date: 1936

Mary Ashley by Madame Yevonde
Ruth Mary Clarisse Ashley (1906-?) by Madame Yevonde. She was the younger daughter of the Rt Hon Wilfrid William Ashley MP, and sister of Lady Louis Mountbatten

Mademoiselle Lucienne Dervyle by Madame Yevonde
Shining Lights of Revue from La Ville Lumiere. Mademoiselle Lucienne Dervyle by Madame Yevonde (main photo). She was a French actress and singer

Honor Dorothy Leigh by Madame Yevonde
Honor Dorothy Leigh (1892-1982) by Madame Yevonde. She was the only daughter of John Blundell Leigh. She had just become engaged to Lieutenant the Hon

Mrs Ronald Balfour by Madame Yevonde
Mrs Ronald Balfour (formerly Deirdre Hart-Davis, 1909-1998) by Madame Yevonde. Seen here modelling a navy blue Bruyere gown from H. J. Nicoll. Date: 1932

Baroness Furnivall by Madame Yevonde. Mary Frances Katherine Petre, 19th Baroness Furnivall (1900-1968) married William Herbert Shelley Dent in 1932. She was the only child of the 14th Baron Petre

Jean and Marjorie Montagu-Douglas-Scott by Mme Yevonde
Jean and Marjorie Montagu-Douglas-Scott by Madame Yevonde. Jeanetta Ruth (1906-1997) and Marjorie Katherine (1906-1994) were the twin daughters of Lord George Montagu-Douglas-Scott. Date: 1932

Dorothy Bouchier by Madame Yevonde
Dorothy (or Chili) Bouchier (1909-1999) by Madame Yevonde. She was a British film and stage actress. Seen here modelling a draped turban by Lady Victor Paget. Date: 1932

Miss Faith Celli by Madame Yevonde
Miss Faith Celli (Dorothy Faith Standing, 1888-1942), by Madame Yevonde. She was an actress in plays including The Blue Lagoon and the comedy Threads at the St Jamess Theatre, London. 1921

Miss Innis Shawen by Madame Yevonde
Miss Innis (or Innes) Shawen, actress and singer, by Madame Yevonde. Seen here in one of the costumes she wore in The Music Box, a revue taking place at the Palace Theatre, London. Date: 1923

Viscountess Tiverton by Madame Yevonde. Formerly Ismay Catherine Crichton-Stuart (1909-1989). She married the 3rd Earl of Halsbury in 1930; they divorced in 1936. Date: 1935

Lady Constance Malleson (stage name Colette O Niel, 18951975), British writer and actress. Daughter of Priscilla Countess of Annesley. Appearing as Phrynette in L Enfant Prodigue

Miss Anne Sutherland as a debutante by Madame Yevonde
Miss Anne Sutherland, daughter of Colonel Robert Sutherland (Poona Horse), pictured leading a bust of Julius Caesar by the nose

Hon. Daphne Vivian by Madame Yevonde
The Hon. Daphne Winifred Louise Vivian (1904-1997) by Madame Yevonde, with an inset photo of Lord Weymouth. She was the elder daughter of Lord

Shirley Bain-Marais by Madame Yevonde
Shirley Bain-Marais (1921-?) by Madame Yevonde. She was the daughter of Colonel Colin Bain-Marais, South African Minister to France

A Madame Yevonde portrait of Lady Alice Scott
Lady Alice Scott, the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuchs third daughter. The photograph taken by Madame Yevonde, the successful society portrait and commerical photographer. Date: 1929

A Madame Yevonde portrait of Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava
Lady Dufferin (nearest to camera) married as her second husband, Mr H. C. S. A. Somerset. Lady Veronica is her only daughter, and married Mr Anthony Hornby in 1931

Miss Jeanne de Casalis by Madame Yevonde
Miss Jeanne de Casalis pictured during the time she played the lead in Mr Edward Middletons production of Potiphars Wife. Madame Yevonde was a prolific and ground-breaking society portrait

A Madame Yevonde portrait of Mr W. Somerset Maugham
Mr Somerset Maugham regards the world with a cold and cynical eye and writes about it with a brilliant pen. Madame Yevonde was a prolific and ground-breaking society portrait

Miss Jane Doubleday Date: 1963

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"Capturing the Essence of Elegance: Madame Yevonde's Timeless Portraits" Step into a world of timeless elegance and grace with the captivating portraits by Madame Yevonde. Known for her ability to capture the true essence of her subjects, Yevonde's work has become synonymous with beauty and sophistication. One such masterpiece is her portrait of Deborah Mitford, showcasing the undeniable allure and poise that made her an icon. With every stroke, Yevonde immortalizes Mitford's charm, leaving us in awe of her radiant presence. In another enchanting piece, Lady Elizabeth Paget comes to life under Yevonde's skilled hand. The portrait exudes an air of regality as Lady Paget gazes confidently into the distance, a testament to both artist and subject. Yevonde's talent extends beyond noble figures; she also captures the ethereal beauty of Baba Beaton in a mesmerizing portrait. Through delicate brushstrokes and careful composition, she reveals Beaton's inner strength and magnetic aura. Lady Diana Percy and Elizabeth Percy are forever united in their Madame Yevonde portrait. Their sisterly bond radiates from within as they share a moment frozen in time – a testament to their enduring connection. Miss Susan Morland becomes an enigmatic figure through Yevonde’s lens—a woman who holds secrets behind those piercing eyes that captivate all who gaze upon them. Lord and Lady Derwent come alive under Madame Yevonde’s artistic touch—his strong presence complemented by her graceful demeanor—an embodiment of love captured on canvas for eternity. Liza Maugham and Vincent Paravicini find themselves intertwined in a stunning portrayal by Madame Yevonde—a visual symphony capturing their shared passion for artistry like no other medium can convey. Anthony Lindsay-Hogg and Frances Doble are brought together through artistry—an exquisite representation showcasing their deep connection amidst vibrant colors painted by none other than Yevonde.