Neck Lace Collection (page 11)

Silhouette of a fashionable woman
Full-length silhouette of a fashionable woman

Royal Wedding 1893 -- Princess Marie of Edinburgh
Portraits of Princess Marie of Edinburgh and Prince Ferdinand Victor, Crown Prince of Romania, who married in Sigmaringen, Germany, on 10 January 1893

Christmas Morning - Morning Study by Pjzeska
An elegant woman in an immaculately tasteful art deco bedroom opens her presents on Chistmas morning and admires a necklace of beads

Romanian Royalty - Queen Maria (1875-1938) and Princess Ileana (1909-1991) - who later became the Archduchess of Austria. Date: circa 1910s

Three dresses by Beer, Premet and Martial et Armand
Three fashionable women wearing evening dresses. On the left, a salmon pink narrow strap tubular satin crepe casino dress with embroidered silver pearls and a green fan detail at the hip, by Beer

Guinea, Africa - A Fula Girl
A young Saussai girl, from Senegal, West Africa, carrying her baby. Date: circa 1910

Angola - Woman with extraordinary jewellery
Angola - Woman with the extraordinary hairstyle and neck jewellery/adornment of the region of Huila Province. Date: circa 1910s

Tuareg Woman - Algeria
Tuareg Woman - from a desert oasis in southern Algeria. Date: circa 1910s

Miss Octavia Barry
An almost full-length portrait of Miss Octavia Barry, a popular singer, in a colourful costume, with a feather fan in her hand. Date: early 20th century

Young woman in head and shoulders portrait
A young woman poses for a head and shoulders portrait in the photographers studio. Date: circa 1920s

Four young ladies in fashionable summer outfits

David Wright woman in black evening dress with fan
Elegant woman in a black low-cut evening dress, holding a matching fan. David Wright (1912 - 1967), was a popular British artist specialising in glamour

Fashionable young lady in a pearl necklace
A fashionable young lady of the late 1930s, wearing a pearl necklace. Date: late 1930s

Advert for Hunt & Roskell jewellery
Advertisement for Hunt & Roskell jewellery. Aquamarine and diamond double-clip, ring, bracelet and necklace. Date: 1937

Birthday card with red and yellow roses
Happy be Your Birthday: a birthday card with a golden vase containing red and yellow roses, and a blue necklace in front. Date: circa 1930s

The wife of Fehim Pascha, a Turkish gentleman of note Date: circa 1908

Egyptian Woman in a loose robe with fine necklaces and standing with her hand on a large broken-topped amphora (possibly deliberately so?). Date: 1901

Algeria - Pretty Dancing girl
A Pretty Moorish dancing girl from Algeria. Date: 1901

Young Fellah Woman in alluring pose
Young Fellah Woman standing in an alluring pose Date: circa 1920s

Mother and two little girls at bedtime
A mother and her two little girls at bedtime. 1917

Victorian woman in studio photo
A Victorian woman in a studio photo, probably around the time of her marriage in 1879. She is Elizabeth Ann Wood of Derby. Date: circa 1879

Two fashionable ladies in dresses by Premet
Two fashionable young ladies wearing dresses by Premet. On the left, a dress in white satin crepe with red and gold designs, and a bright red scarf tied at the hip

Two tribesmen - Sao Vicente, Cape Verde Islands
Two Tribesmen wearing traditional costume from Sao Vicente Island (Portuguese for " Saint Vincent" ) in The Republic of Cape Verde - an archipelago of 10 islands located in the central

Young woman in green dress and pearl necklace
A young woman in a patterned green and red dress and a pearl necklace, looking up and smiling. Date: early 20th century

David Wright woman in a white fur
Elegant woman wearing a low-cut red evening dress and white fur. David Wright (1912 - 1967), was a popular British artist specialising in glamour

Yvonne Printemps (Madame Sacha Guitry)
The Wittiest and Prettiest Light-Comedy Actress in all of France The actress Yvonne Printemps (1894-1977) photographed from the front and in profile

Two ladies in dresses by Martial et Armand and Doeuillet
Two fashionable young ladies in the latest dresses. On the left, a sleeveless mauve dress in satin crepe with black and gold lace detail, by Martial et Armand

Two sleeveless evening dresses by Doeuillet
Two fashionable sleeveless evening dresses by Doeuillet. On the left, a v-necked green dress with gold speckles. On the right, a black crepe dress with embroidered scoop neck

Young lady in patterned dress by Philippe and Gaston
Young lady wearing a white crepe embroidered long sleeved Scottish style patterned dress, by Philippe and Gaston. 1924

Young lady in green theatre dress by Beer
Young lady wearing green theatre dress with fur-trimmed border and a diamond patterned belt, by Beer. 1924

Chile - Tierra del Fuego - Onga Indian Warrior
Chile - Tierra del Fuego - Onas Indian Warrior in full battle dress Date: circa 1910s

Maharajah Holkar of Indore, India
The Maharajah Holkar of Indore (Tukojirao Holkar III) (reigned 1903-1926). " Who, for the war, offered free of charge all horses in his State Army which might be suitable for Government

Portrait of a middle class lady having a bad hair day! Date: circa 1910s

Malawi, Blantyre - Water Carrier
Malawi, Blantyre (Mandala) (British Central Africa) - Young female Water Carrier Date: circa 1920

Young Woman from Senegal wearing only a decorated loincloth and an orange necklace. Date: circa 1910s

Wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip
Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip smiling and waving from the royal coach during the procession through London following their wedding. 20 November 1947

Queen Elizabeth II in Leicester Square, 1957
Queen Elizabeth II looking sumptuous in a beaded evening gown and fur wrap. The event was the Royal Film Performance at the Odeon Theatre in Leicester Square, London. 1957

A pretty English girl
The caption to this card on the reverse reads: " This is REAL PHOTOGRAPH of a BRITISH beauty" !! Date: circa 1910

A String of Pearls
A stylish woman shows of her pearl necklace. Date: 1940s

Evening Mantle 1912
A blue satin evening mantle open to the waist & ornamented with black bows & possibly Irish lace. She wears tiara & an ostrich feather plume in her hair. N.B jade necklace. Date: 1912

Maria Henrietta / Belgian
MARIA HENRIETTA OF AUSTRIA Wife of Leopold II, King of Belgium Date: 1836 -

Female Type with Roses
A demure young woman with a bunch of yellow and red roses. circa 1910

Dreams of her absent loved one
Pretty young woman in a blue dress dreams of her absent loved one. Date: 1920s?

Lady Taking Tea
A woman prepares two cups of tea, pouring the milk in first. Date: 1960s

Reading on Windy Day
A Spanish lady trying to read on a windy day. She holds on to her hat while her scarf and necklace blow behind her and Autumn leaves blow around her. Date: 1928

Womens Costume Mid C17
Mourning Dress with a pointed bodice & a cloak-like garment with hood; a bodice with tabs, large slashed sleeves, lace falling collar, hitched up over-skirt & floral petticoat Date: mid 17th century

Female Type / Remembrance
An elegant young woman. Date: 1909

Blue headscarf with plumes 1924

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"From Anne Boleyn to the Roaring Twenties: The Enduring Allure of the Neck Lace" Throughout history, necklaces have been more than just pieces of jewelry. They hold stories, symbolize power, and captivate hearts. Take a journey through time as we explore some fascinating hints about necklaces that have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. In the court of Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn's infamous "B" necklace became a powerful emblem of her influence and ambition. It was said to be adorned with precious gemstones and pearls fit for a queen. Fast forward to the 1920s, where flapper girls sat at cocktail bars wearing long strands of pearls that swung freely with their every move. These necklaces embodied rebellion against societal norms and exuded an air of sophistication. Traveling eastward, we encounter Hindu mythology where Freyja's necklace played a pivotal role in Norse legends. This mythical piece brought love and fertility but also caused chaos when stolen by Loki—a tale echoing themes found in many cultures worldwide. Scientific brilliance meets elegance when Marie Curie is captured wearing a delicate necklace in an old photograph. A reminder that even amidst groundbreaking discoveries, femininity can shine through. The world-renowned pianist Clara Schumann graced concert halls while donning exquisite necklaces that complemented her musical prowess. Her lithograph showcases not only her talent but also her impeccable taste in fashion. In contrast to these refined images stands Mary Tudor's imposing presence with Egleton around her neck—an extravagant display of opulence befitting royalty during turbulent times. Turning our attention westward, we glimpse Chief Two Moons from the Cheyenne tribe proudly displaying his tribal adornments—a testament to cultural heritage preserved through generations. Fashion magazines like The Tatler immortalized iconic moments such as their Autumn Fashion Number in 1955—where models flaunted glamorous necklaces that set trends for the season.