Damsels Collection

A joust, from the manuscript Cimelia Heidelbergensia (vellum)
IND364422 A joust, from the manuscript Cimelia Heidelbergensia (vellum) by German School, (14th century); Universitatsbibliothek, Heidelberg, Germany; Index Fototeca

Maids with roses (engraving)
3642432 Maids with roses (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maids with roses. Illustration for The Book of Gems edited bys C Hall (Henry G Bohn)

Knight and damsel (b / w photo)
3094638 Knight and damsel (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knight and damsel. Postcard, early 20th century. Signeds I P.); © Look and Learn

Knight and damsel (colour photo)
3094623 Knight and damsel (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knight and damsel. Postcard, early 20th century. Signeds I P.); © Look and Learn

Damsels in a Wood, by Constance and Maxwell Armfield
Damsels in a Wood, embroidery on linen by Constance and Maxwell Armfield (English Quakers and pacifists working in America), First World War. 1916

"Reciting for their amusement all the Epitaphs on the Tombstones
3474169 " Reciting for their amusement all the Epitaphs on the Tombstones..", from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washngton Irving (1783 - 1859), pub

Don Quixote washed by the four damsels (engraving)
969732 Don Quixote washed by the four damsels (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Quixote washed by the four damsels)

State Procession of the Wife of Cazembe (engraving)
663938 State Procession of the Wife of Cazembe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Young man playing music to two damsels (colour litho)
6022131 Young man playing music to two damsels (colour litho) by Finnemore, Joseph (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young man playing music to two damsels)

Gustave Dores Don Quixote: "I saw a mournful procession of most beautiful damsels, all in black"(engraving)
6008397 Gustave Dores Don Quixote: " I saw a mournful procession of most beautiful damsels, all in black" (engraving) by Dore

A Queen and her Damsels at Work (engraving)
3654589 A Queen and her Damsels at Work (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Queen and her Damsels at Work)

Reciting for their amusement all the Epitaphs on the Tombstones.. from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving (1783 - 1859), pub. 1928 (colour lithograph)

Arnazs Damselfish, Chrysiptera arnazae, Philippines
A huge fan of gorgonian coral is the background for Arnazs damselfish (Chrysiptera arnazae). Adults inhabit lagoon and seaward reefs at a depth to avoid the effects of the surge; Philippines

Dragonflies Odonata Naelden Demoiselles title
Dragonflies (Odonata), Naelden. / Demoiselles. (title on object), Sheet with fourteen dragonflies and damsels, numbered 1-14. Numbered top right: 9

Damsels in distress
Two girls cling to one another as three large white geese encroach. Artist: Ethel Parkinson Date: 1911

Policewoman WW1. Captioned, You should see the Damsels (Dam-Cells) at the station. Policewoman questions nervous looking man. Date: circa 1917

Indian Dascyllus (Dascyllus carneus) adult, resting on black sand at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Ambon Damselfish (Pomacentrus amboinensis) sub-adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Humbug Damselfish (Dascyllus aruanus) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Bleekers Damselfish (Chrysiptera bleekeri) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Ambon Damselfish (Pomacentrus amboinensis) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Moon Wrasse (Thalassoma lunare) shoal, feeding on Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major (Abudefduf vaigiensis) eggs, Batu Bulong, Tatawa Besar Island, Komodo N.P. Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Bleekers Damselfish (Chrysiptera bleekeri) adult, swimming, Sebayor Kecil, between Komodo and Flores Islands, Komodo N.P. Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Johnston Damselfish (Plectroglyphidodon johnstonianus) adult, Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, Australia, November

Threespot Dascyllus (Dascyllus trimaculatus) juvenile, resting on sponge, Uhak Reef, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia, October

Princess Damselfish (Pomacentrus vaiuli) adult, swimming, Manado, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, August

Spiny Chromis (Acanthochromis polyacanthus) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, February

Honey-head Damsel (Dischistodus prosopotaenia) juvenile, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

Neon Damselfish (Pomacentrus coelestis) adult, swimming, Gili Lawa Laut Island, near Komodo Island, Komodo N. P
Neon Damselfish (Pomacentrus coelestis) adult, swimming, Gili Lawa Laut Island, near Komodo Island, Komodo N.P. Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, March

Goldbelly Damsel (Pomacentrus auriventris) adult, swimming in reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Reids Damsel (Pomacentrus reidi) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Reids Damsel (Pomacentrus reidi) juvenile, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Ternate Damselfish (Amblyglyphidodon ternatensis) adult, Sansapor Raru, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia, July

Reticulated Dascyllus (Dascyllus reticulatus) adult, swimming amongst coral, Seraya, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, December

Springers Damselfish (Chrysiptera springeri) adult, West Waigeo, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia, July

Talbots Damselfish (Chrysiptera talboti) adult, swimming over reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Black-axil Chromis (Chromis atripectoralis) adult, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Azure Demoiselle (Chrysiptera hemicyanea) adult, swimming in reef, Lembata Island, Solor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Lemon Damsel (Pomacentrus moluccensis) adult, with parasite attached, swimming in reef, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia

Staghorn Damsel (Amblyglyphidodon curacao) adult, in reef at night, Bandaneira, near Ambon Island, Maluku Islands, Banda Sea, Indonesia

Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major (Abudefduf vaigiensis) adult, swimming in reef, Wayilbatan, West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia

Black-margined Damsel (Pomacentrus nigromarginatus) adult, swimming in reef, Uhak Reef, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia

Ruins in Armenia
View of the Gumhed i Dokhter or Damsels Tower, on the banks of the Araxes [now Araks) near the ruins of Julfa in Armenia

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"Damsels: The Enchanting Figures of Chivalry and Romance" In the medieval world, where chivalry reigned supreme, they were the epitome of grace and beauty. From jousts to enchanting woods, these maidens captivated hearts with their delicate presence. In the manuscript Cimelia Heidelbergensia (vellum), a vivid depiction of a joust unfolds before our eyes. Knights in shining armor compete for honor and glory, while damsels watch from afar, their roses symbolizing love's fragility. Black and white or color photos capture timeless moments between knights and damsels. Their gazes speak volumes as they navigate a world filled with danger and passion. In Constance and Maxwell Armfield's painting "Damsels in a Wood, " we witness an ethereal scene where nature intertwines with romance. Amidst all adventures, humor finds its place too. As Don Quixote is washed by four damsels in an engraving, laughter echoes through the pages. Even during somber times like reciting epitaphs on tombstones or mourning processions depicted by Gustave Doré's engravings, these beautiful ladies bring solace to sorrowful souls. Not limited to European tales alone, even African culture celebrates the allure of damsels. The State Procession of the Wife of Cazembe engraving showcases regal elegance as queens lead their entourage of loyal companions. Music becomes another medium through which damsels enchant us - young men playing melodies that resonate deep within their souls as two maidens listen intently in a vibrant lithograph. Let us not forget that behind every great queen lies her trusted circle - diligent dames who work tirelessly alongside her majesty. An engraving titled "A Queen and her Damsels at Work" reminds us that strength comes not only from rulers but also those who support them unconditionally.