Greta Collection

Greta Garbo / Nino Za
GRETA GARBO Swedish-American film actress: a caricature

GRETA GARBO (1905-1990). NÔÇÜ e Greta Louisa Gustafsson. Swedish-born American actress
GRETA GARBO (1905-1990). N© e Greta Louisa Gustafsson. Swedish-born American actress

Greta Garbo (1905-1990)
A portrait of Greta Garbo on her yacht off Catalina Island. Greta Garbo was born in Stockholm and was spotted whilst studying at the Royal Theatre Dramatic School by the Swedish director Mauritz

GRETA GARBO (1905-1990). Nee Greta Louisa Gustafsson. Swedish-born American film actress

RF- Glasswing butterfly (Greta oto), Costa Rica

Glasswing butterfly (Greta oto) resting on leaf. Captive

Glasswing butterfly (Greta oto), Mariposario del Drago, Icod de Los Vinos, Tenerife, August

The steam yacht Greta at anchor, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Greta at anchor, 1912. Greta was built by Scott & Co at Greenock in 1895. She was later named Laranda

Greta Garbo, Swedish actress, 1933. Garbo (1905-1990), was a Swedish actress, by reputation one of the greatest and most inscrutable movie stars ever to be produced by MGM

Swedish Film Actress Greta Garbo - Torrent, 1926
Greta Garbo (1905-1990) - Swedish Film Actress and Movie Star. Garbo was born in Stockholm and was spotted whilst studying at the Royal Theatre Dramatic School by the Swedish director Mauritz

How Dare You?
Tomas Härstedt

Filming Greta Garbo in The Atonement of Gosta Berlin, 1924 Date: 1924

Greta Garbo in Mata Hari
Greta Garbo (1905-1990) playing the title role in the 1931 film Mata Hari'. Date: 1931

Actress Greta Garbo
Greta Garbo (1905-1990) sporting her long bob hairstyle. Date: circa 1939

Edmund Goulding, director, studio portrait with puppet strings. Captioned, An Astrologer of The Screen: Goulding Pulls the Strings'

Greta D Argent Ridden By J.Fanning York Racecourse May Meeting 20 York Racecourse, York, England 14 May 2003 Date: 14 May 2003

Greta Arn Hungary Wimbledon Championships 2010 Wimbledon, London, England 25 June 2010 Date: 25 June 2010

Beech and Ash on the Greta, from The Park and the Forest, 1841

Ash and Alder on the Greta, from The Park and the Forest, 1841

Greta, 1876. Creator: John Ruskin
Greta, 1876

Fayne, Milton and Tod in Will o the Whispers
Greta Fayne, Billy Milton and Quentin Tod in Will o the Whispers at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London. 1928

Cover of Dancing Times featuring the dancer Greta Fayne
Cover of Dancing Times September 1927 featuring the dancer Greta Fayne, appearing in C.B. Cochrans One Damn Thing After Another at the London Pavilion Date: 1927

Greta Garbo, Swedish actress. Date: 1934

Greta Garbo, Swedish-American film actress
Greta Garbo (Greta Lovisa Gustafsson, 1905-1990), Swedish-American film actress. Seen here in the title role of Queen Christina. 1933

On the Greta (engraving)
1104116 On the Greta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Greta. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

The Greta (ink on paper)
1214074 The Greta (ink on paper) by Glover, John (1767-1849); 17.6x26.0 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright

At the Junctions of the Tees and Greta (ink & pencil on paper)
1214073 At the Junctions of the Tees and Greta (ink & pencil on paper) by Glover, John (1767-1849); 17.6x26.0 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English

Sketches of Teesdale and Rokeby (engraving)
1622109 Sketches of Teesdale and Rokeby (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Teesdale and Rokeby)

Hans and Greta (engraving)
1596105 Hans and Greta (engraving) by Salentin, Hubert (1822-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hans and Greta. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 August 1889)

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Wales, Flintshire, Caergwrle, Caergwrle Castle Ruins

The steam yacht Laranda, under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Laranda, under way. Laranda was built by Scott & Co at Greenock in 1895, orginally named Greta. At the time of this photograph she was owned by Sir Percival Perry

Greta Woods, 1923. Artist: John Sell Cotman
Greta Woods, 1923. From The Water-Colour Drawings of John Sell Cotman, edited by C.G. Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1923]

Trees Near The Greta River, 1923. Artist: John Sell Cotman
Trees Near The Greta River, 1923. From The Water-Colour Drawings of John Sell Cotman, edited by C.G. Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1923]

Greta Garbo (1905-1990), c1920s. Swedish film actress

Greta Garbo (1905-1990), c1930s. Swedish film actress

Charles Farrell (1901-1990) and Greta Nissen (1906-1988), 20th century. Farrell was an American actor who is perhaps best known for his on-screen romance wih Janet Gaynor

Greta Garbo (1905-1990), Swedish actress, early 20th century

Greta Garbo (1905-1990), Swedish actress, c1920s

Greta Garbo (1905-1990), Swedish-born American actress, 1942. From the front cover of Picturegoer magazine (24 January 1942). Cropping restrictions are in place

Greta Garbo, Swedish actress, 1934-1935. One of Hollywoods greatest - and most enigmatic - stars, Greta Garbo received an Honorary Oscar in 1954 for her unforgettable screen performances

Greta Garbo (1905-90) Swedish-born American film actress

FILM: TORRENT, 1926. American poster for Greta Garbos first American movie Ibanezs Torrent, 1926

Woman police officer and woman with handbag
Woman police officer, Sergeant Greta Drinkwater (nee Saban), talking to a woman with a handbag in a London street. Drinkwater would rise to the rank of Chief Superintendent

John Gilbert & Greta Garbo embracing
Greta Garbo (1905 - 1990), Swedish-American film actress in a clinch with John Gilbert (1899 1936) Date: 1905 - 1990

Greta Garbo (1905 - 1990), promoting her film Wild Orchids. Greta Garbo was born in Stockholm and was spotted whilst studying at the Royal Theatre Dramatic School by the Swedish director Mauritz

Greta Garbo, optical illusion illustration
An illustration by Japanese artist, Keye Luke, the idea is to look at the image and then stare at a white wall, where the image should appear. Date: 30th January 1935, p203

Greta Garbo witha young boy
Greta Garbo (1905-1990) with a young boy Date: circa 1930s

Sir Connop and Lady Guthrie and Mrs Greta Scott raise a toas
Sir Connop and Lady Guthrie and Mrs Greta Scott toast C.W.A. Scott and Giles Guthrie at Croydon after winning the Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg race. October 1936

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Greta Garbo, the iconic Swedish-born American actress, captivated audiences with her enigmatic beauty and unparalleled talent. Born as Greta Louisa Gustafsson in 1905, she would later adopt the stage name that would forever be associated with cinematic greatness. Known for her mesmerizing performances in films such as "Torrent" (1926) and "Mata Hari, " Garbo's on-screen presence was nothing short of captivating. Her ability to convey deep emotions through subtle gestures made her a true master of her craft. Behind the scenes, director Edmund Goulding recognized Garbo's immense talent and referred to himself as an "Astrologer of The Screen, " pulling the strings to bring out her best performances. Their collaboration resulted in timeless cinematic moments that continue to inspire actors today. Beyond the realm of film, there is another Greta worth mentioning - Nino Za's song titled "How Dare You?" This powerful anthem resonates with those who dare to challenge societal norms and fight for what they believe in. It serves as a reminder that change begins with daring individuals like Garbo herself. In Costa Rica, nature showcases its own version - the RF-Glasswing butterfly (Greta oto). With its transparent wings resembling delicate glass, this enchanting creature symbolizes fragility yet resilience. Just like Garbo's characters on screen, it reminds us that strength can often be found within vulnerability. As we reflect upon Greta Garbo's legacy, let us remember not only her remarkable career but also her unwavering commitment to authenticity and individuality. She dared to defy expectations and became an icon whose influence transcends time itself.