State Dress Collection

The Life Guards, The Drummer and Band in State Dress (colour litho)
3093345 The Life Guards, The Drummer and Band in State Dress (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Life Guards, The Drummer and Band in State Dress)

Band of the second regiment of Life Guards leaving Windsor, 1830 (oil on canvas)
NAM237743 Band of the second regiment of Life Guards leaving Windsor, 1830 (oil on canvas) by Tayler, John Frederick (1802-89); National Army Museum

Pierre-Simon (1749-1827) Marquis de la Place, from Gallery of Portraits
KW189097 Pierre-Simon (1749-1827) Marquis de la Place, from Gallery of Portraits, published in 1833 (engraving) by English School

A Military Sketch of a Gilt Stick, or a Poker Emblazoned
NCO189741 A Military Sketch of a Gilt Stick, or a Poker Emblazoned, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1800 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

A Yeoman Of The Guard, c. 1890-1900 (photochrom)
5042978 A Yeoman Of The Guard, c.1890-1900 (photochrom) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bonaparte hearing of Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English
2966310 Bonaparte hearing of Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English from off the Earth, pub. 1798 (hand-coloured engraving) by Gillray

Buonaparte hearing of Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English
NCO190141 Buonaparte hearing of Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English from off the Earth, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Francis I (1708-65) Holy Roman Emperor and husband of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria (1717-80)
XAM66715 Francis I (1708-65) Holy Roman Emperor and husband of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria (1717-80), by Mytens or Meytens, Martin II (1695-1770); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

John Russell, Duke of Bedford (engraving)
XJF392668 John Russell, Duke of Bedford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Russell (1710-71) 4th Duke of Bedford

Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634) (engraving)
XJF377157 Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: justice to the Kings Bench; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

William Pitt the Elder (1708-78) 1st Earl of Chatham, from Gallery of E Portraits
KW189032 William Pitt the Elder (1708-78) 1st Earl of Chatham, from Gallery of E Portraits, published in 1833 (engraving) by English School

William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806) (engraving)
KW177798 William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"State Dress: A Glimpse into the Regal Attire of Historical Figures" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of state dress. From The Life Guards to The Drummer and Band, these colorful lithographs capture the essence of regal elegance. In "Band of the second regiment of Life Guards leaving Windsor, 1830, " an oil on canvas masterpiece, witness the departure of a military band adorned in their finest attire. The Gallery of Portraits introduces us to Pierre-Simon Marquis de la Place, a man whose portrait exudes power and sophistication. Moving on to military sketches, we encounter a fascinating glimpse into history with "A Military Sketch of a Gilt Stick or a Poker Emblazoned. " This unique depiction showcases intricate details that were once part of ceremonial uniforms. Transporting us further through time is "A Yeoman Of The Guard, " captured beautifully in this photochrom from c. 1890-1900. Witness the resplendent uniform worn by this guardian as they stand tall with pride. Delving into historical events, we stumble upon Bonaparte's reaction upon hearing about Nelson's Victory. His oath to Extirpate the English is depicted vividly not once but twice - first as "Bonaparte hearing Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English" and then as "Buonaparte hearing Nelsons Victory swears by his Sword to Extirpate the English. " These illustrations encapsulate both drama and tension within their frames. Turning our attention towards royalty, we encounter Francis I Holy Roman Emperor alongside his wife Empress Maria Theresa in all their splendorous glory. Their portraits radiate majesty befitting their esteemed positions. Moving onto influential figures from England's past, John Russell Duke of Bedford stands tall in an engraving that captures his noble presence effortlessly. Sir Edward Coke follows suit, his engraving showcasing the authority and wisdom he possessed.