Duff Collection

The Royal Family of Great Britain 1897 (the year of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee). 1897

Two Duff Highlanders at Braemar Games, Scotland
Two kilted Duff Highlanders from the Mar Estate discussing the Braemar Highland Games where King George V and Queen Mary were in attendance

Mr C G Assheton-Smith and Cloister, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Mr C G Assheton-Smith and Cloister, 1911. Portrait of British landowner and amateur caricaturist Sir Charles Garden Assheton-Smith (1851-1914) with a racehorse

Ice skating in Winter
J Rankine ands Duff-Taylor, with a lady each, waltzing on Craiglockhart Lower pond, Edinburgh, 1907 1907

Lady Duff-Gordons beautiful mannequins
Lucy Christiana, Lady Duff Gordon, a leading fashion designer better known by her professional name, Lucile. She was the proprietor of Lucile s, Hanover Square, famous for the emotional gown

Lady Duff Gordon
The latest portrait of Lucy Christiana, Lady Duff Gordon who under the name of Lucile conducts two highly successful costumiers salons, one in London and the other in New York

Lady Duff Gordon
Lucy Christiana, Lady Duff Gordon, a leading designer better known by her professional name, Lucile. She was the proprietor of Lucile s, Hanover Square, famous for the emotional gown

Lady Duff Gordon
Lucy Christiana, Lady Duff Gordon, a leading designer better known by her professional name, Lucile. She was the proprietor of Lucile s, Hanover Square, famous for the emotional gown

Hazel Lavery in a Lucile gown for Petticoat Lane Tombola WWI
Hazel, Lady Lavery, wife of painter Sir John Lavery pictured as the artist in a tableau staged for a charity event during the First World War called Petticoat Lane

Lady Diana Manners by John Sargent
Lady Diana Manners (1891-1981), British society beauty, actress and wife of Duff Cooper. Later became Lady Duff Cooper, Viscountess Norwich. A portrait study by John Singer Sargent

Wedding of Lady Diana Manner and Duff Cooper
Lady Diana Cooper (nee Manners) posed at her familys London home in Arlington Street in her wedding gown of gold tissue overlaid with lace. She is attended by her pages, Lord Elcho and the Hon

HMS Birmingham
The British light cruiser HMS Birmingham, commanded by Captain Arthur Duff, which sunk the first German submarine of the war (the U-15). 1914

R. A. Duff and V. Trumper of the Australia Team, 1902
Photograph showing R.A. Duff and Victor Trumper (on right) of the Australian Cricket Team, going out to bat at the start of the Australian second innings, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, July 1902

Gowns That Express Poetic Ideas
Purple and blue wigs to complete the colour-schemes of dresses: gowns that express poetic ideas. Costumes from the house of Madame Lucile

British silent film Paddy the Next Best Thing
A scene from the British silent film Paddy the Next Best Thing (1923) directed by Graham Cutts from Graham Wilcox and filmed at the Islington Film Studio

Lady Diana Manners (1891-1981), British society beauty, actress and wife of Duff Cooper. Later became Lady Duff Cooper, Viscountess Norwich

Scottish Soldier 1816
Sergeant William Duff of the Black Watch

A dress show at Luciles fashion house
A fashion show at Ladys Duff Gordons fashion house at Hanover Square, London

Mr Churchills cabinet: an all-party ministry. New war cabinet of Winston Churchill (Prime Minister and Minister of Defence), including politicians from all parties

Lady Alexandra Haig as Ceres at the Fete Champetre at Ashcombe House given by Cecil Beaton and Sir Michael Duff-Assheton-Smith, 1937. The theme is Society Nymphs and Shepherds. Date: 1937

Letter to Laura Francatelli, RMS Titanic survivor
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. Previously unseen letter dated 5th May 1938 on United Artists Studio Corporation, Hollywood notepaper to Titanic First Class passenger Laura Mabel Francatelli

Music cover, The Sea Serpent Polka, by Carlo Minasi Date: circa 1850

Coal miners strike
The conference of the miners federation of Birmingham meeting to discuss the coal miners strike. The names, reading from left to right, are: Sitting--Mr. H. Duff, Mr. T. H. Cann, Mr. M. C. Kerrell

The Miracle at the Lyceum Theatre
Scenes from Max Reinhardt's production of The Miracle at the Lyceum Theatre, a story told entirely in mime. Inset is Lady Diana Duff Cooper (1892-1986) as the Madonna. Date: 1932

Pamela Berry and Diana Duff Cooper
Pamela Berry, Lady Hartwell (1914-1982) and Diana Duff Cooper, Viscountess Norwich (1892-1986), aso known as Lady Diana Manners. Date: 1940

Royal wedding ceremony Louise and Alexander 1889
Royal wedding ceremony of Princess Louise, the eldest daughter of the then-Prince and Princess of Wales, to Alexander Duff, 1st Duke of Fife at he Private Chapel at Buckingham Palace

The King and Queen in Scotland, the Arrival of Their Majesties at the Braemar Gathering, 11 September (litho)
1601018 The King and Queen in Scotland, the Arrival of Their Majesties at the Braemar Gathering, 11 September (litho) by Begg

Mickey Duff Boxing Promoter 19 September 1994 Date: 19 September 1994

Missionary ship the Duff arriving at Otaheite in the South Sea, published by Kronheim & Co. (colour litho)
1147301 Missionary ship the Duff arriving at Otaheite in the South Sea, published by Kronheim & Co. (colour litho) by British School

Lady Juliet Duff. Date: 1916

Clarence Wilson and Mr R. G Duff, members of the Captain Parkers Excavating Party at Jerusalem. Montagu Brownlow Parker, 5th Earl of Morley led the Parker Expedition

Andrew Halliday (engraving)
3099792 Andrew Halliday (engraving) by Waddy, Frederick (1848-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Andrew Halliday. Illustration for Cartoon Portraits and Biographical Sketches of Men of the Day)

11th Armoured Division exercise, Yorkshire Moors, WW2
11th Armoured Division exercise on the Yorkshire Moors, attended by Winston Churchill during the Second World War. 1941

The Missionary Ship Duff Arriving at Otaheite (colour litho)
668744 The Missionary Ship Duff Arriving at Otaheite (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Missionary Ship Duff Arriving at Otaheite (Tahiti)

Australia beating England at cricket by three runs
An eventful cricket match in which England was beaten by Australia by three runs. This photograph shows Australia at the wickets; Trumper is receiving the bowling from Rhodes; Duff is the batsman at

The Duff and her Commander (engraving)
965009 The Duff and her Commander (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duff and her Commander)

A Sunday at Home with the Household Cavalry (engraving)
1046167 A Sunday at Home with the Household Cavalry (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sunday at Home with the Household Cavalry)

The Opening of the Cricket Season (litho)
1629671 The Opening of the Cricket Season (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of the Cricket Season)

Diana Manners, later wife of Duff Cooper, 1st Viscount Norwich, 1919 (oil on canvas)
466013 Diana Manners, later wife of Duff Cooper, 1st Viscount Norwich, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Shannon, James Jebusa (1862-1923); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; Irish, out of copyright

Disderi Portrait Mosaic of English Luminaries of the 1860s
Collage Mosaic photograph by Disderi reproduced on a carte de visite showing well-known English luminaries of the period (the 1860s)

Formal group of nurses, probably Manchester. Four rows of nurses (three standing, one seated), with senior nurse at centre of seated row. Includes modern print and photocopy

Marriage Princess Louise and Alexander 1889
Princess Louise, the eldest daughter of the then-Prince and Princess of Wales, to Alexander Duff, 1st Duke of Fife at he Private Chapel at Buckingham Palace

FIFE / ALEXANDER 6TH EARL
ALEXANDER WILLIAM GEORGE DUFF 6th EARL and 1st DUKE of FIFE Husband of Princess Louise Victoria, eldest daughter of Edward VII Date: 1849 - 1912

At Lady Maud Carnegies Wedding, 1923 (1937). On 12 November 1923 Princess Maud (1893-1945), niece of King George V was married to Lord Charles Carnegie (1892-1992)

Princess Maud and the Princess Royal, c1907-c1910(?). Princess Louise (1848-1939), the eldest daughter of King Edward VII, with her younger daughter, Princess Maud (1893-1945)

Duff House, Banff, Scotland, 1924-1926. Artist: Valentine & Sons
Duff House, Banff, Scotland, 1924-1926. Designed by William Adam, Banff House was built between 1735 and 1740 for William Duff of Braco, who became Earl of Fife in 1759

James Duff (1729-1809), 2nd Earl of Fife, 1830. Artist: W Holl
James Duff (1729-1809), 2nd Earl of Fife, 1830. Duff was a Scottish Earl, baron and Member of Parliament

The Duke and Duchess of Fife, 1890. Artist: W&D Downey
The Duke and Duchess of Fife, 1890. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery, first series, Cassell and Company Limited (London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890)

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"Duff: A Journey Through British History and Culture" Step back in time to the year 1897, where we find ourselves amidst the grandeur of The Royal Family of Great Britain. This captivating photograph captures their regal presence, reminding us of a bygone era. Transporting us to the enchanting landscapes of Scotland, two Duff Highlanders proudly showcase their heritage at the Braemar Games. Their traditional attire and unwavering spirit embody the rich Scottish traditions that have been passed down through generations. In 1911, Mr C G Assheton-Smith and his loyal companion Cloister take center stage in this intriguing image. The unknown creator skillfully captures their bond, leaving us captivated by their undeniable connection. As winter embraces its icy grip, ice skating becomes a cherished pastime for many. Here we witness individuals gracefully gliding across frozen lakes, embracing both beauty and danger simultaneously. Lady Duff-Gordon's mannequins come alive in this mesmerizing display of fashion artistry. Each gown tells a unique story as Lady Duff-Gordon's creative genius shines through her creations - truly capturing hearts with every stitch. The name "Duff" resurfaces once again as Lady Duff Gordon herself graces our presence multiple times throughout history. Her elegance and sophistication are immortalized in these photographs - an icon who left an indelible mark on British society. Another notable figure emerges from history's pages - Lady Diana Manners portrayed by John Sargent. Her striking beauty is captured effortlessly on canvas, forever preserving her allure for future generations to admire. British silent film "Paddy the Next Best Thing" takes us on a cinematic journey filled with laughter and tears. As it unfolds before our eyes, we become immersed in its storytelling magic - yet another testament to British creativity at its finest. Amidst World War I's turmoil, Hazel Lavery dons a Lucile gown for the Petticoat Lane Tombola.