Clutches Collection

Kempinski / Champagne
Greetings from Kempinski - one of Berlins best-known hotels : an enraptured lady clutches two bottles of Kupferberg Champagne Date: early 20th century

Bulldog Drummond / Sapper
Bound he may be, but in a moment the square-jawed hero will rescue the girl from the evil clutches of the villain

David & the Micawbers
A young David Copperfield is presented by Mr Micawber to Mrs Micawber who clutches a baby Date: First published: 1849-50

Destroy This Mad Brute Date: 1917

WW2, Bluebeard
An illustration which depicts Peter the Royal Air Force pilot helping Fatima's brothers on horseback, who are racing to save Fatima from the clutches of Bluebeard. Date: circa 1940

Startling Stories - The Gods Hate Kansas by Joseph J. Millard. A tentacled alien grips a man and woman in its clutches. The man tries to defeat the monster by attacking it with a taser

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). La garra del invasor italiano pretende esclavizarnos (The Clutches of the Italian Invader Try to Enslave Us)

Study for A Boy Saving a Baby from the Clutches of an Eagle, c
1631768 Study for A Boy Saving a Baby from the Clutches of an Eagle, c.1850 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London

Shy cat
A cat's paw with long and sharp claws and whiskers on a book cover. Ana. Iryna Kuznetsova (Iridi)

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Male dress from the early 15th century, from a playing card in the Royal Library in Stuttgard.. He wears a large hat and a tunic with elaborate collar and cuffs. He clutches a bird in his left hand

SMILING DAVID BRYANT
David Bryant, CBE, and bowls legend, clutches his bowls under his left arm and smiles. Date: 1960s

Pierre-Auguste Renoir Source La Source 1875 Oil
Pierre-Auguste Renoir: The Source (La Source), Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1875, Oil on canvas, The model here is Henriette Henriot

Black Scorpion (Scorpiones), close up

Advert for Asprey clutch bags 1937
Asprey of Bond Street, London advertising a number of bags and clutches including a childs muff suede handbag, a pigskin pochette, a childs umbrella, a tweed scarf and handbag in various colours

Father carrying his young son in his arms

American Lobster (Homarus americanus), side view

Girl Stranded in Flood
A young woman dressed only in stockings, hat and scarf, clutches an umbrella and shelters on the top of a lamppost from the rain and creeping flood waters Date: 1919

Demon King repelled by knight
An armed knight protects his beloved from the evil clutches of the Demon King. Date: circa 1820

Suffragette I Wish you were a Pub. Husband and wife having a row. She clutches a copy of the suffragette Gazette (notes by Miss Spankhurst) and he says

Advert for Asprey hand bags & clutches 1928
A wide variety of hand bags and clutches, available from Asprey of Bond Street. 1928

Joseph strides away Potiphar wife clutches cloak
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The Kremlin in commotion or the Grand Lama sick of the horn cholic, 1820, King George IV fallen to the floor, he clutches his stomach, near him are a Plan for Divorce, a decanter and cup

Bellona armed with sword and spear, above her an eagle flies with a crown in its clutches, Jan Luyken, Jurriaen van Poolsum, 1689

The Kremlin In Commotion Or The Grand Lama Sick Of The Horn Cholic, 1820, King George Iv Fallen To The Floor, He Clutches His Stomach, Near Him Are A Plan For Divorce, A Decanter And Cup

A green caterpillar clutches a plant stem with its prolegs and munches on a green leaf, which it holds with its thoracic legs

Smashing Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) adult, holding egg clutch, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Saddleback Anemonefish (Amphiprion polymnus) adult, protecting well-developed eggs at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

False Clown Anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) eggs, Bunaken, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Girl and Doll, 1900
A small girl clutches her doll Date: circa 1900

Burgundian Costume 1450
As la duchesse de Bourgogne kneels in prayer, her rosary round her wrist, her page holds up her gown and a lady of her court clutches her own dress Date: circa 1450

Farmer repairing combine harvester clutch at harvest time, West Sussex, England, august

Treefrog (Hyla sp. ) tadpoles, ready to hatch from jelly clutch hanging above pond in tropical forest
Treefrog (Hyla sp.) tadpoles, ready to hatch from jelly clutch hanging above pond in tropical forest, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Comic Postcard - A run on the Bank
A Run on the Bank - a policeman chases a young boy, who had been defying the notice not to bathe. A humourous card playing with the meaning of this phrase

Asprey handbags advertisement
A wide variety of hand bags, clutches and purses available from Asprey of Bond Street including a number of fashionable tapestry and petit point bags

First Partition
Stanislaw II August clutches his crown, while Catherine II of Russia, Friedrich II of Prussia and emperor Joseph II, archduke of Austria, seize chunks of his country

Metal Monster Machine
THE METAL MONSTER by E K Jarvis. A massive metallic machine strides through the sea on four legs grabbing battleships in its clutches and firing a ray-gun

Fist Full of Pounds
A dashing man clutches a fistful of pound notes

Girl with Bull Terrier
A girl in a bonnet clutches her bull terrier

About to Sneeze
A smart gentleman clutches his handkerchief as he is about to sneeze

60S Sunbather
A white bathing costume worn with metallic, strappie sandals and dark sunglasses. She clutches a sombrero style straw hat ready to shade herself from the sun

Gypsy Boy & Guinea Pig
A young gypsy boy with bright red hair clutches his pet guinea pig close to his chest at an encampment in Surrey

Christmas Tree & Kids
A little boy sits on his new wooden horse with his teddy bear, while a little girl with ribbons in her hair clutches her new toys

Babys First Ride
BABYs FIRST RIDE - mama holds baby on the donkeys back, while sister holds the reins and clutches some leaves to reward the animal which is apprensively eyeing the dog

Dutch Mother & Children
A Dutch mother holds one child and calls another, who clutches her doll, beside Zuyder Zee

Girl and Hen
A young Hungarian girl clutches a hen : her sorrowful look suggests that the fowl is destined for the stew-pot

With Dogs in Park
She clutches her pet dogs apprehensively, well wrapped up in a creation by Jenny (she, not the dogs)

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"Clutches: A Timeless Fashion Statement with a Historical Twist" Step into the world of clutches, where style meets history and sophistication reigns supreme. From the luxurious halls of Kempinski to the popping Champagne bubbles, these elegant accessories have witnessed it all. Inspired by literary legends like Bulldog Drummond and Sapper, clutches embody an air of mystery and adventure. They hold secrets just as David & the Micawbers did in their thrilling tales. During World War II, clutches became more than just fashion statements; they symbolized resilience and strength. Bluebeard's clutch held hope amidst chaos, while Startling Stories' "The Gods Hate Kansas" transported readers to alternate realities. In Spain's tumultuous Civil War (1936-1939), La garra del clutch represented both defiance and unity against oppression. Asprey's 1937 advertisement showcased exquisite designs that empowered women during challenging times. Artistic masterpieces like "A Boy Saving a Baby from the Clutches of an Eagle" captured hearts with their emotional depth. Just as a shy cat hides its vulnerability behind piercing eyes, clutches exude confidence despite their small size. In 1917's iconic poster "Destroy This Mad Brute, " Lady Liberty herself wielded a clutch as she fought for justice against tyranny. Its symbolism resonated then, just as it does today - reminding us that we can overcome any challenge when united. And who could forget the smiling face of David Bryant? His infectious joy mirrored in his firm grip on life is reminiscent of how clutches effortlessly elevate any outfit - adding that touch of charm to every occasion. Whether you're attending a glamorous event or simply strolling through everyday life, let your choice of clutch be more than just an accessory – let it tell your story while embracing history’s remarkable moments.