Ceremonial Costume Collection (page 3)

A common council man, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A common council man, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial costume, with a long blue robe trimmed with fur

A Swordbearer and a Commoncrier, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Swordbearer and a Commoncrier, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial robes, carrying a sword and a mace

An Alderman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
An Alderman, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial costume, in a long red robe trimmed with fur

A Beadle, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Beadle, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial costume

A Lord Mayor, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Lord Mayor, 1855. Dressed in ceremonial robes, with a mace in the foreground

A Sheriff, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A Sheriff, 1855. A man dressed in the ceremonial robes of a sheriff

Address of Congratulations to Louis-Philippe, 1844. Artist: Jean Alaux
The Lord Mayor presenting an Address of Congratulation to HM Louis-Philippe at Windsor Castle, October 1844

Bonnie Willie, 1822. Artist: George Cruikshank
Bonnie Willie, 1822. Showing a corpulent Sir William Curtis in Highland costume standing against a background of sea, sky and mountain

The City Churches in Danger, 1834. Four City aldermen in ceremonial dress, including Sir John Key and Sir Claudius Stephen Hunter, pull on ropes attached to church steeples

The coronation procession of King George II, October 1727, (c1727). The various members of the royal procession are shown in five strips with text identifying them

Sir Frederick Prat Alliston, c1908. Artist: Charles Haigh Wood
Sir Frederick Prat Alliston, c1908. Portrait of an elderly man in the lace collar and robes of an official of the Corporation of London, possibly even those of Lord Mayor

City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. Artist: John Henry Frederick Bacon
The City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. They are assembled in Guildhall on their return from South Africa, October 29, 1900. The Volunteers were recieved by Sir Alfred Newton, Lord Mayor, Aldermen

Alderman William Lawrence, Sherif, c1849. Artist: Alfred Edward Emslie
Alderman William Lawrence, Sherif, c1849. He is shown seated, in ceremonial costume with his hands resting on his legs

Sir Edward Banks, 1829. Artist: William Patten
Sir Edward Banks, 1829

John Crowder, Lord Mayor of London, c1829. Artist: Sir William Charles Ross
John Crowder, Lord Mayor of London, c1829. He is shown seated in full ceremonial dress, holding a letter

Thomas Quested Finnis. 1850. Artist: Thomas Roods
Thomas Quested Finnis. 1850. Seated in ceremonial costume

Sir John Musgrave. 1852. Artist: John Preston Knight
Sir John Musgrave. 1852

Sir Thomas Dakin. 1871. Artist: Henry Turner Munns
Sir Thomas Dakin. 1871. Full length portrait, leaning against a support and looking contemplative

Sir Claudius Stephen Hunter. 1813. Artist: Samuel Drummond
Sir Claudius Stephen Hunter. 1813. Half length portrait, dressed in ceremonial robe

A standard bearer, 1897. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
A standard bearer, 1897

Opening of the Royal Exchange, 1571, (1887). Artist: Windsor Tapestry
Queen Elizabeth (I) Received by Sir Thomas Gresham on the Opening of the Royal Exchange, 1571, (1887)

Temple Bar, London, 1804. Artist: AW Warren
View of Lord Mayor William Gill presenting the City Sword to King George III at Temple Bar, London, 1804

Knight of the Garter in ceremonial costume, 1824. Artist: William Bond
Knight of the Garter in ceremonial costume, 1824. Charles William Stewart, Marquis of Londonderry, is in ceremonial costume for the coronation of King George IV, 19 July 1821

Treasurer in ceremonial costume, 1826. Artist: Edward Scriven
Treasurer in ceremonial costume, 1826. The Treasurer of the Kings household, the Right Honourable Lord Charles Bentinck, is in full ceremonial costume

Gentleman in ceremonial costume, 1824. Artist: Edward Scriven
Gentleman in ceremonial costume, 1824. The gentleman, a member of the Kings Privy Council, is in full ceremonial costume for the coronation of King George IV, 19 July 1821

Frederick Augustus, Duke of York in the coronation dress and robes of estate, 1824. He is being attended by his trainbearer, Lieutenant Henry Frederick Cookes for the coronation of King George IV

Gentleman in cerimonial costume, 1826. Artist: Henry Meyer
Gentleman in cerimonial costume, 1826. The gentleman of the Kings Privy Chamber is in full ceremonial costume for the coronation of King George IV, 19 July 1821

John Norman, Lord Mayor 1453-1454, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

William Gregory, Lord Mayor 1446-1447, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Skinners Company

Alderman Sir Matthew Wood and King George IV
The Modern Belshazzers Feast; Alderman Sir Matthew Wood presents an envelope marked the Queens letter to the Prince Regents dinner table which falls into disarray

William Abraham, Sheriff of London 1448/1449, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Vintners Company

Scene at Horse Guards Parade, London, 1816. The Prince Regent (later King George IV) is portrayed as the mortar known as the Regents Bomb

John Derby, Sheriff of London 1445-1446, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Drapers Company

William Combes, Sheriff of London 1441-1442, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Stockfishmongers Company

John Paddlesle, Lord Mayor 1440-1441, in his aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Goldsmiths Company

Robert Horne, Sheriff of London 1446-1447, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Fishmongers Company

Thomas Canynges, Lord Mayor 1456-1457, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Grocers Company

Henry Frowyk, Lord Mayor 1435-1436, in aldermanic robes. He was also a member of the Mercers Company

King George IV in his royal robes wearing a cap of estate, 1826. Artist: Edward Scriven
King George IV in his royal robes wearing a cap of estate. His train is being held by eight eldest sons of peers assisted by the Master of the Robes, Lord Francis Conyngham

View of royalty kneeling accompanied by an armoured knight, 1796. Artist: A Birrell
View of royalty kneeling accompanied by an armoured knight, 1796

Lord Mayor, Sir William Magnay, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, 1844. The Lord Mayor is with a deputation of sheriffs, aldermen

Christening of Edward VII, 1842
Scene of the christening of the Prince of Wales later King Edward VII in St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, 1842

Queen Victorias Coronation, 1838. Artist: Samuel Cousins
Scene of Queen Victoria receiving the Sacrament at her coronation in Westminster Abbey, London, 1838

Laying of the foundation stone of new London Bridge on 15 June 1825
View of the laying of the foundation stone of new London Bridge on 15 June 1825 showing John Garratt, Lord Mayor 1824-25, holding the golden trowel and Frederick, Duke of York, facing him

Inaugaration of Lord Mayor Nathaniel Newnham, London, 1801. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Inaugaration of Lord Mayor Nathaniel Newnham, London, 1801. Scene showing Nathaniel Newnham taking the Mayoralty Oath in the Guildhall, November 8 1782

Matthias Prime Lucas, Lord Mayor 1827 and President of St. Batholomews Hospital
Portrait of Matthias Prime Lucas, Lord Mayor 1827 and President of St Batholomews Hospital

Sir George Carroll, Sheriff 1837-8. Artist: John Wood
Portrait of Sir George Carroll, Sheriff 1837-8 standing in ceremonial robes, one hand resting on a table

Viscount Horatio Nelson, 1801. Artist: Sir William Beechey
Horatio Viscount Nelson ; portrait of Horatio Nelson

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"Ceremonial Costumes: A Glimpse into History and Tradition" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of ceremonial costumes. From the resplendent robes worn by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953 to Prince Edward of Wales, the future King Edward VII of Great Britain, adorned in regal attire dating back to 1890, these garments hold stories that span centuries. Delve into the past with a glimpse at Henry St. John, Viscount Bolingbroke's majestic costume from around 1710. Though its creator remains unknown, its intricate details speak volumes about the opulence and grandeur of that era. Travel further back to witness an Alderman of the City of London dressed in civic costume from 1805. This ensemble showcases not only sartorial elegance but also reflects societal roles and responsibilities during that period. Artistic masterpieces come alive through Frans Hals' renowned painting "The Laughing Cavalier" (1624) and Vaclav Brozik's depiction of Jan Hus before the Council of Constance (1415). These works immortalize individuals donning ceremonial costumes that symbolize their status or beliefs within their respective contexts. Venturing beyond Europe, we encounter cultural diversity exemplified by The Wedding of Lady Blossom Tseng and Mr. Woo in Pekin (1888). Their union is celebrated with vibrant traditional Chinese attire, showcasing how they can unite people across borders. Uncover ancient chivalry with a knight adorned in the Order of Our Lady of Thistle created way back in 1370 by Louis II Duke Bourbon. Leopold Massard's handcoloured lithograph brings this historical figure to life once more. From stage performances like The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III's return ceremony attire to ecclesiastical vestments designed by Josephine C.