P And D Colnaghi And Co Collection

Field Marshall Lord Raglan, Crimea, 1855. Creator: Roger Fenton
Field Marshall Lord Raglan, Crimea, 1855

Francis Seymour in costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). British courtier, army officer and politician Francis Seymour

Frederick Child-Villiers in costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). British politician Frederick Child-Villiers (1815-1871) as Guy de la Motte

Emily Duchess of Beaufort in costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). Emily Frances (nee Smyth), Duchess of Beaufort (1800-1889) in Elizabethan-inspired dress

James Innes-Ker in Plantagenet costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). British peer James Innes-Ker, 6th Duke of Roxburghe (1816-1879) in chain mail and crown

Guest in costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). Creator
Guest in costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). Man in a cloak with the Maltese cross symbol on his tabard

Guest in 16th century costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). Members of the Royal Household were expected to wear dress of the Plantagenet period (c1154-1485)

Prince Albert in costume as Plantagenet King Edward III for the Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). Albert (1819-1861) is dressed as Edward III (1312-1377)

The Right Honourable Lady Anne Beckett, 1829. Creator: Thomas Wright
The Right Honourable Lady Anne Beckett, 1829. Portrait of a young woman in an empire line dress wearing a pearl necklace. The 58th of the series of Female Nobility in La Belle Assemblee

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"P and D Colnaghi & Co: Preserving the Elegance of History Through Art" Step into a world where history comes alive through the exquisite art collection of P and D Colnaghi & Co. Established in 1760, this esteemed gallery has been a custodian of timeless masterpieces that transport us to significant moments in time. One such masterpiece is Field Marshall Lord Raglan's portrait captured during the Crimean War in 1855 by Roger Fenton. The intensity in his eyes reflects the courage and determination that defined an era. Intriguingly, we also find ourselves immersed in Queen Victoria's Bal Costume held on May 12, 1842. Francis Seymour, Frederick Child-Villiers, Emily Duchess of Beaufort, James Innes-Ker - all adorned themselves with splendid costumes befitting royalty. Their attire evokes a sense of grandeur and opulence that characterized Victorian society. Amongst these distinguished guests was Prince Albert himself, dressed as Plantagenet King Edward III for the occasion. His regal presence adds an air of majesty to this historic event. Delving further into P and D Colnaghi & Co's collection reveals portraits like "The Right Honourable Lady Anne Beckett" painted by Thomas Wright in 1829. This captivating depiction showcases Lady Anne's elegance and poise while capturing her essence for generations to come. The gallery also boasts various other guests who attended Queen Victoria's Bal Costume; their elaborate costumes reflecting different eras throughout history. From Renaissance-inspired ensembles to those reminiscent of the sixteenth century, each guest becomes a living embodiment of past times. Proudly preserving these artistic treasures allows P and D Colnaghi & Co to bridge the gap between centuries gone by and our modern world. With every stroke captured on canvas or photograph developed with care, they ensure that history remains vibrant within our hearts and minds.