Garter Collection (page 4)

Photograph of Star & Garter PH, Bermondsey, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

The Marquis of Salisbury, KG (b / w photo)
1604322 The Marquis of Salisbury, KG (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marquis of Salisbury, KG)

The Duke of Marlborough, KG, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland (engraving)
1602562 The Duke of Marlborough, KG, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Marlborough, KG, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland)

Earl Cowper investing the King of Denmark with the Order of the Garter (engraving)
1610322 Earl Cowper investing the King of Denmark with the Order of the Garter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Investiture of His Royal Highness Prince Frederick William of Prussia with the Order of the Garter (engraving)
1609349 Investiture of His Royal Highness Prince Frederick William of Prussia with the Order of the Garter (engraving) by English School

Monument to the late Earl of Powis, KG, in St Marys Church, Welchpool (engraving)
1607416 Monument to the late Earl of Powis, KG, in St Marys Church, Welchpool (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument to the late Earl of Powis, KG)

The Most Noble the Marquess of Lansdowne, KG (engraving)
1607388 The Most Noble the Marquess of Lansdowne, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Most Noble the Marquess of Lansdowne, KG)

The late Duke of Rutland, KG (engraving)
1595186 The late Duke of Rutland, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Duke of Rutland, KG)

Wentworth Woodhouse, the Seat of Earl Fitzwilliam, KG (engraving)
1595957 Wentworth Woodhouse, the Seat of Earl Fitzwilliam, KG (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wentworth Woodhouse, the Seat of Earl Fitzwilliam, KG)

The late Earl of Beaconsfield, KG (engraving)
1590505 The late Earl of Beaconsfield, KG (engraving) by Gardner, William Biscombe (1847-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Earl of Beaconsfield, KG)

The late Right Honourable the Earl of Beaconsfield, KG (engraving)
1590358 The late Right Honourable the Earl of Beaconsfield, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Right Honourable the Earl of Beaconsfield, KG)

English gentleman at the tomb of Petrarchs muse, Laura de Sade, Laure des Noves, in the Chapelle des Sade, convent of the Cordeliers, Avignon. At the tomb of Laura

Bonnie Prince Charlies Garter insignia (silk, silver, embroidered)
1216375 Bonnie Prince Charlies Garter insignia (silk, silver, embroidered) by English School, (17th century); 49x2.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The First Proclamation of the Indian Imperial Title of the British Crown at Delhi
STC360918 The First Proclamation of the Indian Imperial Title of the British Crown at Delhi, New Years Day, 1877, from The Illustrated London News, 1902 (litho) by Amato, G.S

King Edward VII as Prince of Wales (1841-1910), portrait photograph (b / w photo)
STC64695 King Edward VII as Prince of Wales (1841-1910), portrait photograph (b/w photo) by Walery Studio (fl.1884-1935); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Polish, out of copyright

Portrait of Henry VIII (1491-1547)
BEL24747 Portrait of Henry VIII (1491-1547) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 221x149.9 cm; Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; German, out of copyright

Fashion 18th century: hairstyle and garter of women around 1788
GIA4804659 Fashion 18th century: hairstyle and garter of women around 1788. by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fashion 18th century)

Dining Hall, "Star and Garter, "Richmond (engraving)
6022188 Dining Hall, " Star and Garter, " Richmond (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dining Hall, " Star and Garter, " Richmond)

The "Star and Garter, "Richmond (engraving)
6022184 The " Star and Garter, " Richmond (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Star and Garter, " Richmond)

Light and Variable 1931
Humorous illustration showing a young woman perched on top of a weather vane, her short skirt revealing a lace garter from her breezy vantage point. Date: 1931

Portrait of Thomas Osborne, 1st Duke of Leeds (1631-1712) (oil on canvas)
HLK106940 Portrait of Thomas Osborne, 1st Duke of Leeds (1631-1712) (oil on canvas) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723); 236.2x135.9 cm; By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester

King Edward III and the Countess of Salisbury -- the origin of the Order of the Garter, as mentioned in Froissarts Chronicles. circa 1348

Interior of St. Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle, from Royal Residences
STC133520 Interior of St. Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle, from Royal Residences, engraved by Thomas Sutherland (b.1785), pub

Portrait of King George IV, 1820-30 (oil on canvas)
CTS336371 Portrait of King George IV, 1820-30 (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (studio of); 287x199.4 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Lady pulling up her stocking, engraved by Le Beau, plate no
STC427864 Lady pulling up her stocking, engraved by Le Beau, plate no.1 from Galeries des Modes et Costumes Francais, c.1778-87 (coloured engraving) by Le Clerc

Field Marshal Earl Roberts
XCR27136 Field Marshal Earl Roberts by Skipworth, Frank Markham (1854-1929); The Crown Estate; English, out of copyright

The Countess of Salisbury losing her garter dancing at a court ball, for King Edward II to pick up. The origin of the Order of the Garter, founded in 1348

Ornaments of the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies, including garters and body paint of roucou or achiote dye. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios

Charles Manners, 6th Duke of Rutland (oil on canvas)
466003 Charles Manners, 6th Duke of Rutland (oil on canvas) by Grant, Francis (1803-78); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Charles Cecil John Manners)

Sir Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland, c. 1675 (oil on canvas)
465966 Sir Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland, c.1675 (oil on canvas) by Eyden, Jeremias van der (d.1697); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland)

Bearskin badge, 1869-81 (gilt metal)
3043128 Bearskin badge, 1869-81 (gilt metal) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Bearskin badge, 1869-1881)

Portrait in Council House of the Earl of Pembroke (pencil & w / c on paper)
2832582 Portrait in Council House of the Earl of Pembroke (pencil & w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

King Edward III and the Garter (lithograph)
3094240 King Edward III and the Garter (lithograph) by Reynolds, John (1909-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward III and the Garter)

The Queen Investing Abdul Aziz with the Order of the Garter (engraving)
3092520 The Queen Investing Abdul Aziz with the Order of the Garter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Investiture of His Majesty King William of Prussia with the Insignia and Habit of the Most Noble Order of
1612826 The Investiture of His Majesty King William of Prussia with the Insignia and Habit of the Most Noble Order of the Garter (engraving) by English School

The late Duke of Northumberland, KG (engraving)
1610162 The late Duke of Northumberland, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Duke of Northumberland, KG)

Duke of Rothsay, and Lord of the Isles (colour litho)
1610058 Duke of Rothsay, and Lord of the Isles (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duke of Rothsay, and Lord of the Isles)

Officers of the Victoria Rifles (engraving)
1588257 Officers of the Victoria Rifles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Officers of the Victoria Rifles)

The Right Honourable Earl Granville, KG, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs (engraving)
1614093 The Right Honourable Earl Granville, KG, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prince Consort (engraving)
1620032 The Prince Consort (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince Consort. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 December 1861)

The late Grand Duke Louis of Hesse, KG (engraving)
1614764 The late Grand Duke Louis of Hesse, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Grand Duke Louis of Hesse, KG)

Some Distinguished Dukes of York (engraving)
1614960 Some Distinguished Dukes of York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Distinguished Dukes of York)

The Coming of Age of Lord Warkworth (engraving)
1614916 The Coming of Age of Lord Warkworth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coming of Age of Lord Warkworth)

Coronation Decorations and Illuminations, London and the Provinces (b / w photo)
1629856 Coronation Decorations and Illuminations, London and the Provinces (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Alfred Millenary (engraving)
1628368 The Alfred Millenary (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Alfred Millenary, the Celebrations at Winchester)

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"An Emblem of Prestige and Tradition: The Illustrious Garter" The garter, a symbol steeped in history and regal significance, holds a place of honor within the United Kingdom's rich heritage. From Queen Elizabeth II to King George VI, this captivating accessory has adorned the legs of esteemed individuals throughout time. Intricately woven into the tapestry of royal life, the garter is not merely an article of clothing but a testament to power and prestige. A fine photographic portrait captures King George VI donning his garter with grace and dignity, showcasing its elegance as it encircles his leg. Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh stand together in 1954, their matching garters serving as a visual representation of their unbreakable bond. H. R. H Prince Albert, known as the Prince Consort, immortalized on canvas wearing his own garter serves as a reminder that even those closest to royalty are honored by this timeless tradition. From bustling streets like Putney in London to grand ceremonies held at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, Berkshire; the allure of the garter transcends geographical boundaries. It evokes images of pomp and circumstance while paying homage to centuries-old rituals. Not limited solely to British monarchs or nobility alone; even high-ranking military figures such as King Edward VIII proudly display their affiliation with prestigious orders through their adorned garters. Officers from Heralds College also bear witness to this noble tradition through their meticulously crafted attire. As one delves deeper into its history, it becomes apparent that being bestowed with an Order of the Garter is no small feat. Reserved for those who have achieved greatness or displayed unwavering loyalty towards crown and country; these great orders serve as beacons guiding society towards excellence. Yet amidst all its grandeur lies moments where simplicity intertwines with opulence.