Necklace Collection (page 8)

Queen Claude (1499-1524), first wife of Francois I. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after Gaignieres
FLO4685891 Queen Claude (1499-1524), first wife of Francois I. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet Brothers' " Modes et Costumes

Anne of Bretagne, second wife to Louis XII, 1500. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres
FLO4685862 Anne of Bretagne, second wife to Louis XII, 1500. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet Brothers' " Modes et Costumes Historique"

Paris fashions, reign of Charles VII, 1450. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from
FLO4685826 Paris fashions, reign of Charles VII, 1450. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet Brothers' " Modes et Costumes Historique"

Woman's costume in the time of King Henry VIII (1491-1547), wearing a long embroidered dress with wide sleeves with
FLO4672223 Woman's costume in the time of King Henry VIII (1491-1547), wearing a long embroidered dress with wide sleeves with red shoes. By Hans Holbein (1497-1543)

Family of Kamchatka (Russia) - Kamtchadal family with man in hooded coat, woman in animal fur with extensive tattoos
FLO4724085 Family of Kamchatka (Russia) - Kamtchadal family with man in hooded coat, woman in animal fur with extensive tattoos, and child in fur bodysuit - Handcoloured woodcut by M

France: Picture of female model sitting profile, 1910 - PC2158
LUX4726547 France: Picture of female model sitting profile, 1910 - PC2158; (add.info.: France: Picture of female model sitting profile, 1910 - PC2158); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

General de la garde imperiale indienne - General in the Indian imperial guard (Delhi) in turban with plume
FLO4723693 General de la garde imperiale indienne - General in the Indian imperial guard (Delhi) in turban with plume, embroidered robes, jeweled belt, sash, dagger

Bayadere, dancer of Indian temples - Indian dancing girl in beaded headdress, bodice, diaphanous skirt
FLO4723677 Bayadere, dancer of Indian temples - Indian dancing girl in beaded headdress, bodice, diaphanous skirt, and sash - Handcoloured woodcut by Vermorcken after an illustration by H

Engraving of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
2604000 Engraving of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva; (add.info.: The Hindu Trinity: left to right; Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Engraving circa 1880).

Chief Crow Flies High, North American Indian chief
2604110 Chief Crow Flies High, North American Indian chief; (add.info.: Chief Crow Flies High. North American Indian chief. From a photograph taken c1885 - 1890).

Little Head, North American Indian chief
2604109 Little Head, North American Indian chief; (add.info.: Little Head, North American Indian chief. From a photograph taken c1885 - 1890).

Portrait of the French actress Regina Badet in an evocative pose, wearing a long white dress
3572948 Portrait of the French actress Regina Badet in an evocative pose, wearing a long white dress. by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); (add.info.: France 1913 Photographer: Henri)

Portrait of the painter Lita Besnard
3572883 Portrait of the painter Lita Besnard. by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); (add.info.: France 1924 Photographer: Henri, Manuel); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Close-up of an American Indian boy of the Klamath tribe or village. He is wearing a fur hat with applied acorns
3572417 Close-up of an American Indian boy of the Klamath tribe or village. He is wearing a fur hat with applied acorns and feathers and wears his hair in two pony tails

Etruscan jewelry, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432446 Etruscan jewelry, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Etruscan jewelry. From Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, published c. 1900).

Zita, H.R.H. Empress of Austria, Princess of Bourbon and Parma, 1914 (photograph)
954826 Zita, H.R.H. Empress of Austria, Princess of Bourbon and Parma, 1914 (photograph) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein, c.1900 (postcard)
2011226 Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein, c.1900 (postcard); Private Collection; (add.info.: Augusta Victoria de Schleswig Holstein Sonderburg Augustenburg, wife of Wilhelm II)

Mary II (1662-1694) Queen of Great Britain and Ireland (engraving)
863744 Mary II (1662-1694) Queen of Great Britain and Ireland (engraving); (add.info.: Mary II (1662-1294) queen of Great Britain

Elizabeth I (1533-1603) Queen of England (engraving)
863740 Elizabeth I (1533-1603) Queen of England (engraving); (add.info.: Elizabeth I (1533-1603) queen of England from 1558. Daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, she was the last Tudor

portrait of Edward VI as a child (1537-1553), c.1900 (engraving)
863738 portrait of Edward VI as a child (1537-1553), c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Edward VI (1537-1553) king of England and Ireland from 1547. Son of Henry VIII and his third wife, Jane Seymour

Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton)
863355 Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton); (add.info.: Lillie Langtry (1853-1929, born Emilie Charlotte le Breton) only daughter of the Dean of Jersey, she was called the Jersey Lily

Henrietta Anne English Princess and Duchess of Orleans daughter of King Charles 1st
1703086 Henrietta Anne English Princess and Duchess of Orleans daughter of King Charles 1st, wife of Philippe of Orleans (brother of French King LouisXIV)

Portrait of Olga Spesivtseva, 1917 (w/c, sanguine & pastel on paper)
BAL246971 Portrait of Olga Spesivtseva, 1917 (w/c, sanguine & pastel on paper) by Sorin, Savelij Abramovich (1878-1953); 68x55 cm; Glinka Museum of Music, Moscow, Russia.

Decoration awarded to Elias Ashmole, 17th century (gold)
AMO367641 Decoration awarded to Elias Ashmole, 17th century (gold); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Elias Ashmole (1617-92) celebrated English antiquary, politician

Queen of Hearts (colour litho)
8635494 Queen of Hearts (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen of Hearts, white cat wearing a crown. Postcard, early 20th century)

Portrait of Lina Cavalieri
3570822 Portrait of Lina Cavalieri by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Portrait of Lina Cavalieri Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Portrait of Lina Cavalieri wearing a large hat
3570821 Portrait of Lina Cavalieri wearing a large hat by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Portrait of Lina Cavalieri wearing a large hat Photographer: Michetti)

Portrait of a woman
3570801 Portrait of a woman by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Portrait of a woman Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Donna Francesca Florio
3570798 Donna Francesca Florio by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Donna Francesca Florio Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Girl Standing before a Mirror, 1668 (oil on panel)
5859336 Girl Standing before a Mirror, 1668 (oil on panel) by Netscher, Caspar (1639-84); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Caspar Netscher).

Portrait of a Man, c.1480-1500 (oil on wood)
XOS5876688 Portrait of a Man, c.1480-1500 (oil on wood) by Dutch School, (15th century); 52.5x38 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Northeastern France or the Burgundian Netherlands)

Head of a Woman, c.1739 (oil on canvas)
XOS5871888 Head of a Woman, c.1739 (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Giovanni Antonio (1699-1760); 62.5x53.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: by Antonio Guardi).

Girl wearing a Yellow Hat (oil on canvas)
8683370 Girl wearing a Yellow Hat (oil on canvas) by Bellei, Gaetano (1857-1922); 70x55 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

Portrait of Isabella of Aragon, Duchess of Milan (1470-1524), half-length, in profile to the right (oil on panel)
8683003 Portrait of Isabella of Aragon, Duchess of Milan (1470-1524), half-length, in profile to the right (oil on panel) by Vinci

Decorative art from various locations, 4000-3000 BC circa, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt
7058300 Decorative art from various locations, 4000-3000 BC circa, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Photo © Stefano Baldini.

Decorative art from various locations, 4000-3000 BC circa, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt
7058298 Decorative art from various locations, 4000-3000 BC circa, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Photo © Stefano Baldini.

A native of Terra del Fuego
5856484 A native of Terra del Fuego; (add.info.: "A Male Savage of Terra del Fuego" A native of Terra del Fuego wearing necklace, beaded belt, furskin, and carrying a bow and arrow)

A woman of Terra del Fuego, South America, carrying a baby on her back
5856472 A woman of Terra del Fuego, South America, carrying a baby on her back.; (add.info.: "A Female Savage of Terra del Fuego." A woman of Terra del Fuego, South America)

Mrs Justinian Nutt, 1750s (oil on canvas)
7338006 Mrs Justinian Nutt, 1750s (oil on canvas) by British School, (18th Century); 76.2x63.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: British School)

Horatia Nelson kneeling before her father's tomb, c.1807 (oil on canvas)
7337983 Horatia Nelson kneeling before her father's tomb, c.1807 (oil on canvas) by Owen, William (1769-1825); 127x101.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Odalisque, c.1830-35 (oil on panel)
8775284 Odalisque, c.1830-35 (oil on panel) by Deveria, Achille (1800-57); Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena, CA, USA; (add.info.: By Achille-Jacques-Jean-Marie Deveria).

Russian empress alexandra fyodorovna, 1906 (b/w photo)
FAT4940081 Russian empress alexandra fyodorovna, 1906 (b/w photo); Sovfoto/UIG.

Postcard depicting a woman with a bouquet of flowers
LET4395695 Postcard depicting a woman with a bouquet of flowers. by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Postcard depicting a woman with a bouquet of flowers.); Photo © Archives Toutain.

A Victorian diamond necklace/tiara, c.1890; An antique Russian diamond brooch
1766503 A Victorian diamond necklace/tiara, c.1890; An antique Russian diamond brooch, c.1890; An antique diamond serpent brooch, later rhodium plated, c.1840; five Victorian star brooches

A selection of antique diamond jewellery dating from, c.1890 (diamond)
1766502 A selection of antique diamond jewellery dating from, c.1890 (diamond); Private Collection; (add.info.: A selection of antique diamond jewellery dating from circa 1890)

A selection of pendants and brooches, a fine gold necklace and a Swiss gold and enamel bracelet watch (gold, enamel)
1766487 A selection of pendants and brooches, a fine gold necklace and a Swiss gold and enamel bracelet watch (gold, enamel); Private Collection; (add.info.: A selection of pendants and brooches)

Rosalind gives her necklace to Orlando: "Sir, wear this in my memory"
AIS5354593 Rosalind gives her necklace to Orlando: "Sir, wear this in my memory", Illustration for "As You Like It", by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Punic art: woman's head, sculpture from Puig des Molins (Ibiza) (terracotta)
AIS5342593 Punic art: woman's head, sculpture from Puig des Molins (Ibiza) (terracotta); Archaeological Museum of Catalonia, Girona, Spain; © Iberfoto.

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"Adorned with Elegance: The Timeless Allure of the Necklace" From the regal neck of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to the fashion-forward vision of Gabrielle Coco Chanel, the necklace has long been a symbol of grace and sophistication. In a captivating portrait captured by Madame Yevonde, Deborah Mitford showcases her impeccable style with a stunning necklace that accentuates her beauty. But it's not just royalty and celebrities who have embraced this exquisite accessory. Under an umbrella in Sapa, Vietnam, Hmong children wear necklaces as they navigate through the monsoon season, adding a touch of color to their lives amidst rainy days. Even Native American chiefs like PETALESHARO II recognized the significance of necklaces. As Man Chief or Chaui, he adorned himself with intricate pieces that reflected his status and cultural heritage. In an unexpected twist, we witness a nun defying conventions as she glides on a skateboard while wearing her modest habit and delicate necklace – proving that even within tradition, individuality can shine through. Traveling back in time to Bess of Hardwick's era reveals how necklaces were cherished by women throughout history. ELIZABETH TALBOT's elaborate piece showcased her wealth and power as Countess of Shrewsbury during the 16th century. The influence of jewelry extends beyond individuals; it also holds archaeological value. Gold Lunulae discovered in St Merryn, Cornwall from Early Bronze Age exemplify how these precious adornments have fascinated humanity for centuries. Artists immortalize beauty through their masterpieces too. Leonardo da Vinci's Portrait of Cecilia Gallerani depicts elegance personified as she delicately cradles an ermine while donning an enchanting necklace around her graceful neck. Lina Cavalieri captivated audiences not only with her mesmerizing voice but also with her striking appearance enhanced by opulent necklaces fit for an opera diva. Her allure continues to inspire generations.