Fanny Collection (page 5)

Fanny Bay at low tide, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

Germaine de Stael (1766-1817), 1843. French writer, novelist and political propagandist born in Paris, was the only child of Jacques Necker, French statesman and financier

Fanny (Frances) Burney, Madame D Arblay (1752-1840) English novelist, 1843. Daughter of the musicologist Dr Charles Burney, in 1793 she married General d Arblay, a French refugee

Jules Perrot (1810-1894) French dancer, choreographer and ballet master, and Fanny (Francesca) Cerito or Cerrito (c1817-1909) Italian ballerina

Fanny Stirling (1813-1895) English actress in one of her famous comedy roles, the Nurse, in the tragedy Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. Photogravure

Charles Burney (1726-1814) English musicologist, born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Studied in London under Dr Arne. Travelled in Europe in 1770-1772

Fanny (Frances Anne) Kemble (1775-1854) English actress. Daughter of the actor-manager and niece of Sarah Siddons the great tragic actress

Hester Lynch Thrale (born Hester Lynch Salusbury 1741-1821) British diarist and author. Friend of many literary figures of the day, particularly of Dr Johnson

General Alexandre D Arblay (1748-1818) French soldier who was a refugee in England during the French Revolution. In 1793 he married Fanny (Frances)

Charles Burney (1726-1814) English musicologist, born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Studied in London under Dr Arne. Travelled in Europe in 1770-1772

Mary Delany (born Granville 1700-1788) Englishwoman of artistic and literary tastes. In 1743 she married Patrick Delany, an Irish churchman and friend of Dean Jonathan Swift

Mrs T. V. Wallace, A. R. Wallace and his sister Fanny, Mrs Sim
Taken after Wallaces return from the Amazon. Photograph from the Wallace collection in the General Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Hennen & Wadhams marriage Feb 1911

Charles Burney
CHARLES BURNEY Musician, author of The history of Music, father of Fanny Burney. Date: 1726 - 1814

Taft Family, 1884
TAFT FAMILY, 1884. Family of American president William Taft. Left to right: Sister-in-law Maria Herron, mother Louise and sister Fanny. Photograph, 1884

CIVIL WAR: NAVAL BATTLE. The Mississippi in Time of War. Watercolor, pencil and gouache painting by Fanny Palmer, 1862

YOUNG HARPISTS, 1848. The juvenile harpists - Adolphus, Ernest and Fanny Lockwood. Wood engraving, English, 1848

BALLET: ONDINE, 1843. Shadow dance from a performance of Ondine, choreographed by Jules Perrot with music by Cesare Pugni. Fanny Cerrito in the title role. English wood engraving, 1843

FANNY ELSSLER (1810-1884). Austrian dancer. Contemporary engraving

FANNY HENSEL (1805-1847). N

MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. Fanny Elizabeth Fitzwilliam as Mrs. Page in William Shakespeares Merry Wives of Windsor. Steel engraving, English, c1870

FRANCES WRIGHT (1795-1852). American (Scottish-born) reformer. Line and stipple engraving, 19th century

FRANCES ANNE FANNY KEMBLE (1809-1893). English actress. Stipple engraving, 1873, after a painting by Sir Thomas Lawrence

FANNY MENDELSSOHN HENSEL (1805-1847). German composer: wood engraving, 1881, after a portrait by her husband, Wilhelm Hensel

FRANCES ANNE KEMBLE (1809-1893). Fanny. English actress. Costumed as Juliet in William Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet. Line engraving, English, 1893

Fanny Elssler. Print shows Fanny Elssler, ballerina, full-length portrait, seated at a dressing table. Date c1841 Nov. 23

Sybilline leaves by Florence & Fanny, Philadelphia. Patent medicine label showing a woman in exotic dress waving a wand as a figure emerges from a smoking cauldron. Date c1852

Fanny Rice. Date 1899

Fanny Rice at the French ball. Date 19 - ?

You all know her, Fanny Rice quaint, original, dainty, bright. Date c1898

Fanny Davenport. Date 1881

Yours, Fanny Rice. Date c1895

Popular Concert, St. Jamess Hall, 1887
Sketches from the thousandth popular concert at St. James Hall. Pictured clockwise from top left: Miss Agnes Zimmerman, Madame Liza Lehmann, Miss Fanny Davies, Madame Norman-Neruda, Mr

Fanny Blankers-Koens reception in Amsterdam
Dutch athlete Mrs Fanny Blankers-Koen was a star of the 1948 London Olympics, becoming the first woman ever to win three Olympic titles. She won the 100 and 200 metres, and the 80 metres hurdles

Fanny Blankers-Koen and her daughter
Dutch athlete Mrs Fanny Blankers-Koen was a star of the 1948 London Olympics, becoming the first woman ever to win three Olympic titles. She won the 100 and 200 metres, and the 80 metres hurdles

Fanny Elssler / 3 Graces
FANNY ELSSLER (centre) Austrian ballet dancer, seen here with Marie Taglioni (left) and Fanny Cerrito (right) in The Three Graces Date: 1810 - 1884

Stevenson / Fanny / Ava
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON Scottish writers wife, Fanny, makes ava in the smoking room at Vailima Date: 1850 - 1894

PALMER: MISSISSIPPI, c1862. The Mississippi in Time of Peace. Pencil, watercolor and gouache drawing by Fanny Palmer, c1862

FANNY BRICE (1891-1951). American singer, comedienne and actress. Caricature by Abe Birnbaum, c1930s

Duchess and Duke of Sutherland
The hosts of the Stafford House Lifeboat Fete: the Duchess of Sutherland born Lady Millicent Fanny St Clair-Erskine, and the 4th Duke of Sutherland, Cromartie Sutherland-Leveson-Gower (1851-1913)

Mrs Bernard Beere
FANNY MARY BERNARD-BEERE Whitehead), actress, known for many roles including that of Mrs Arbuthnot in Wildes A Woman of No Importance

Fanny Cerrito / Ondine
FANNY CERRITO Italian ballet dancer, seen here in Ondine

Fanny Cerrito / Lituana
FANNY CERRITO Italian ballet dancer, seen here in La Lituana

Fanny Elssler / Perrot
FANNY ELSSLER Austrian ballet dancer, seen here dancing with Jules Perrot in La Castilliana Bolero in Le Delire d un Peintre

Fanny Cerrito / St Leon
FANNY CERRITO Italian ballet dancer, seen here with Arthur Saint Leon in La Redowa Polka

Dickens / Little Dorrit
Fanny and Little Dorrit call on Mrs Merdle

Fanny Cerrito / Alma 1842
FANNY CERRITO Italian ballet dancer, seen here in Alma

Fanny Mendelssohn
FANNY CAECILIE MENDELSSOHN sister of Felix Mendelssohn, and a composer in her own right - later Fanny Hensel

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"Fanny: A Journey of Laughter, Talent, and Triumph" Step into the world Brice, as portrayed by the incomparable Barbra Streisand in the iconic film "Funny Girl" (1968). With her infectious charm and undeniable talent, Streisand brings to life the story of American comedienne Fanny Brice with roller skates on her feet and a twinkle in her eye. But Fanny's legacy extends far beyond the silver screen. From Ulster Volunteer Force's gun running escapades to four graceful ballerinas dancing across a music sheet, it becomes clear that there are many facets to this enigmatic name. Lady Houston D. B. E graces our list too - an influential figure who surely left an indelible mark. And let us not forget about Fanny Blankers-Koen hurdling at the 1948 London Olympics; her determination and skill inspiring generations to come. The Tatler cover featuring the Duchess of Sutherland reminds us that even royalty can be associated with this captivating name. Meanwhile, Fanny Burney emerges from history's shadows as a talented writer whose works continue to captivate readers today. Gounod's Faust takes center stage in our journey through time alongside Carl Rosa Opera Company’s production. The melodies intertwine with tales of love and redemption – just like Fanny herself. And finally, we witness another remarkable moment at Wembley Stadium during the 1948 Olympic Games. Fanny Blankers-Koen races against Maureen Gardner in an exhilarating 80-meter hurdle event – their athleticism leaving spectators breathless. Intriguingly enough, Frances Kelly also makes an appearance - an actress whose talents may have been overshadowed but should never be forgotten. From comedy clubs to opera houses, sports arenas to literature circles.