Ceremonial Costume Collection (page 4)

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

Lord Mayors Show, 1816
Scene of Lord Mayor Matthew Woods procession passing St Pauls Cathedral, on Lord Mayors Day, 1816, when he was sworn in a second time as Lord Mayor; with a key to the figures below

Queen Victorias procession through the City of London, c1844
View of the royal procession for Queen Victorias visit to the City to open the Royal Exchange, 28 October 1844, detailing prominent figures

Sir Thomas Vezey Strong, Lord Mayor 1910. Artist: Annie E Spong
Sir Thomas Vezey Strong, Lord Mayor 1910

The City Imperial Volunteers in Guildhall, London, 1900
The City Imperial Volunteers in the Guildhall, London, 1900

The Coronation of William III and Mary II, Westminster Abbey, London, 21st April 1689. The King and Queen are shown kneeling on cushions whilst the crowns are lowered onto their heads

Robes of the Order of the Garter, 1953. The piece is part of the Royal Collection at the Tower of London. From The Crown Jewels, by Martin Holmes FSA. [Her Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1953]

Coronation of Richard I in Westminster Abbey 1189, (c1880). Richard the Lionheart processing down the aisle. Eldest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, he reigned as King of England 1189-1199

In the Retainers Procession, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
In the Retainers Procession, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Paithan Horseman, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Paithan Horseman, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Jaipur Horseman, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Jaipur Horseman, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Royal Retainer of Rajgarh, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Royal Retainer of Rajgarh, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer from Jind, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Native Bullock-cart from Bikanir, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Soldier of the Maharaja of Sikkim, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Soldier of the Maharaja of Sikkim, 1903. From The Durbar, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1903]

Johannes Hus 1369-1415, 1934. Jan Hus (1369-1415), Bohemian religious reformer and theologian was burnt as a heretic at Constance for preaching the teachings of the English reformist clergyman John

Konig Eduard VII. 1841-1910, 1934. Edward VII (1841-1910), King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions and Emperor of India from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910

Kaiser Wilhelm I. 1797-1888. - Gemalde von Plockhorst, 1934
Kaiser Wilhelm I. 1797-1888 als Prinz von Preuszen, 1934. William I (1797-1888), of the House of Hohenzollern was the King of Prussia

General Billot, c1893. Artist: Pierre Petit
General Billot, c1893. Jean-Baptiste Billot (1828-1907), French general and politician. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Nenot, c1893. Artist: Eugene Pirou
Nenot, c1893. Henri Paul Nenot (1853-1934), French architect. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Mutsuhito, c1893. Mutsuhito (1852-1912), Emperor of Japan. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Marquis Ito, c1893. Artist: Aaron Gerschel
Marquis Ito, c1893. Prince Ito Hirobumi (1841-1909), Japanese statesman who became the first prime minister of Japan in 1885. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Amiral Fournier, c1893. Ernest Francois Fournier (1842-1934), French diplomat and admiral. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Amiral Bienaime, c1893. Artist: Eugene Pirou
Amiral Bienaime, c1893. Amedee Pierre Leonard Bienaime (1843-1930), French admiral. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Albert Sorel, c1893. Artist: Charles Reutlinger
Albert Sorel, c1893. Albert Sorel (1842-1906), French historian. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature nine times. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Cambon (Paul), c1893. Artist: Chusseau Photo
Cambon (Paul), c1893. Pierre Paul Cambon (1843-1924), French diplomat. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Grippenberg, c1893. Artist: Sergei Levitsky
Grippenberg, c1893. Oskar-Ferdinand Kazimirovich Gripenberg (1838-1916), general of the Russian Imperial Army. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Oyama, c1893. Prince Oyama Iwao, (1842-1916), Japanese field marshal and one of the founders of the Imperial Japanese Army. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

A Sikh Warrior, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Sikh Warrior, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911, at the height of the British Empire to mark the succession of an Emperor or

A Soldier of His Highness Dogra Sowar, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Soldier of His Highness Dogra Sowar, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Kashmiri Soldier, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Kashmiri Soldier, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Performing Horse from the Alwar State, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Performing Horse from the Alwar State, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Famous Dancing Horse - Bombay Chiefs Camp, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Famous Dancing Horse - Bombay Chiefs Camp, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Bombay Retainers, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Bombay Retainers, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Shan Chef at the Durbar, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Shan Chef at the Durbar, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Akalis Fanatical Devotee, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Akalis Fanatical Devotee, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Swivel-Gun Bearer from Rajputana, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Swivel-Gun Bearer from Rajputana, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Horseman at the Bombay Camp, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Horseman at the Bombay Camp, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer of Rajgarh, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer of Rajgarh, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Shan Chiefs watching the Durbar, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Shan Chiefs watching the Durbar, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer from Rajgargh, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer from Rajgargh, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer of the Shan Chiefs, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer of the Shan Chiefs, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Retainer from Alwar, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer from Alwar, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

One of the most picturesque Groups in the Retainers Procession, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
One of the most picturesque Groups in the Retainers Procession, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

His Highness the Maharaja of Patiala, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
His Highness the Maharaja of Patiala, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

A Native Bullock-cart from Bikanir, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Retainer from Jind, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Henry IV, 1783. Artists: Samuel Wale, John Cary
Henry IV, 1783. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786). From New Complete and Authentic History of England, by Edward Barnard. [Alex Hogg, London, 1783]

Generaloberst von Moltke 1848-1916, 1934. Helmuth Johann Ludwig von Moltke (1848-1916), German Chief of the German General Staff from 1906 to 1914. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte

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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.