Pearls Collection (page 2)

Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) of Russia (oil on canvas)
XIR160169 Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) of Russia (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Empress Josephine (1763-1814) illustration from Little Journeys to the Homes
KW222570 Empress Josephine (1763-1814) illustration from Little Journeys to the Homes of Famous Women, published 1897 (litho) by French School

The Penitent Magdalen, c. 1640 (oil on canvas)
XOS1127602 The Penitent Magdalen, c.1640 (oil on canvas) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); 133x93 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: mirror, symbol of vanity; a skull)

King George V and Queen Mary - Coronation in 1911
British Monarch King George V (1865-1936) and Queen Mary (1867-1953) - Coronation in 1911. Date: 1911

Chic model in shirtwaister dress
Chic model with tied-back hair, a shirtwaister dress with revere collar and belt, leather gloves, handbag and multiple strings of pearls. Date: circa 1959

Client: Harvey Nichols - large straw hat - Pamela Minchin
Client: Harvey Nichols - model: Pamela Minchin in a large straw hat - shoot: February 7, 1947 Date: 1947

Permanently-pleated Blue Cotton Dress
Client: Goldberger Prints - Permanently-pleated Blue Cotton Dress - January 18, 1955 Date: 1955

Pearls of the Sea
Helen Joynson

Christmas At Summer
Julia Ramiro

Pale Redhead
Jan Slotboom

Olive
Jan Slotboom

Olive
Jan Slotboom

Pale Redhead
Jan Slotboom

Christmas At Summer
Julia Ramiro

Pale Redhead
Jan Slotboom

Pearls of the Sea
Helen Joynson

Olive
Jan Slotboom

Christmas At Summer
Julia Ramiro

Portrait of an Oriental, (c18th century). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of an Oriental, (c18th century)

Three-quarter profile portrait of woman in dress with thin patterned shawl, probably 1840s. Creator: Unknown
Three-quarter profile portrait of woman in dress with thin patterned shawl, two-row pearl necklace, pair of bracelets, decollete brooch, mid-length hairstyle and corkscrew curls, probably 1840s

Grand Duchess Marie Paulovna (formerly Princess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin...between 1870 and 80 Creator: Unknown)
Grand Duchess Marie Paulovna (formerly Princess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing left, between 1870 and 1880

Mary Stuart, undated. (c1910s) Creator: Franz von Matsch
Mary Stuart, undated. (c1910s)

Wedding presents to Her Royal Highness Princess Alice... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Wedding presents to Her Royal Highness Princess Alice: jewelled fan, the gift of the Maharajah Dhuleep Singh, 1862....a magnificent jewelled fan in gold

The International Exhibition: emerald and diamond brooch exhibited by Mr. Harry Emanuel, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: emerald and diamond brooch exhibited by Mr. Harry Emanuel, 1862....a brooch formed of a very large emerald

Princess Dagmar (later Empress Mariia Feodorovna) head-and-shoulders... between 1870 and 80. Creator: Unknown
Princess Dagmar (later Empress Maria Feodorovna) head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, between 1870 and 1880

Princess Dagmar (later Empress Maria Feodorovna) head-and-shoulders... between 1860 and 70. Creator: Unknown
Princess Dagmar (later Empress Maria Feodorovna) head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, between 1860 and 1870

Pearls of the Sea
Helen Joynson

Olive
Jan Slotboom

Christmas At Summer
Julia Ramiro

Pearls of the Sea
Helen Joynson

Olive
Jan Slotboom

Christmas At Summer
Julia Ramiro

Olive
Jan Slotboom

Lady in the room
Martin Lee

The Kings Orb from the Crown Jewels of England, 1919 (colour litho)
2629935 The Kings Orb from the Crown Jewels of England, 1919 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; English, out of copyright

The Gresley Jewel, with miniature portraits of Sir Thomas Gresley
SC14569 The Gresley Jewel, with miniature portraits of Sir Thomas Gresley and his bride Catherine Walsingham (see also 14568) (mixed media) by Hilliard

Ekaterina Protopopova (b / w photo)
BCC465263 Ekaterina Protopopova (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ekaterina Protopopova)

The Queens Orb from the Crown Jewels of England, 1919 (colour litho)
2629934 The Queens Orb from the Crown Jewels of England, 1919 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; English, out of copyright

Mandy Rice Davies, pictured in 1986. Marilyn Davies, known as Mandy Rice-Davies (21 October 1944 - 18 December 2014), was a Welsh model

Theresa May, Conservative Candidate from Lanchester, North West Durham. England. Pictured taken 14th March 1992 Theresa May has been officially confirmed as Prime Minister of England

Theresa May, Conservative Candidate from Lanchester, North West Durham, England, Pictured taken 14th March 1992. Theresa May was Conservative candidate fighting to be North West Durham MP in the 1992

Her Most Excellent Majesty Charlotte, Queen of Great Britain, 1762. Creator: Thomas Frye
Her Most Excellent Majesty Charlotte, Queen of Great Britain, 1762

The Lord Mayors Sword of State and Pearl Sword, 1916
The Lord Mayors Sword of State and Pearl Sword. The State sword originates from the mid-seventeenth century. The Pearl Sword was used according to legend

失落的贵族
Cai mimg(蔡宁）

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Shihya Kowatari

Caesar in little treasure island (litho)
976588 Caesar in little treasure island (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caesar in little treasure island)

Head of a Young Woman, early 1730s (oil on canvas)
XOS5884720 Head of a Young Woman, early 1730s (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 47x40 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Francois Boucher)

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"Pearls: Timeless Elegance and Royal Splendor" Pearls, the epitome of timeless elegance, have adorned the necks and wrists of queens throughout history. From Elizabeth I to Queen Elizabeth II, these lustrous gems have been a symbol of power, beauty, and regal grace. In portraits like "The Armada Portrait" and "Elizabeth I, " we see the majestic Queen Elizabeth I bedecked in pearls. These precious jewels were not only a fashion statement but also a representation of her wealth and authority. The intricate details captured by artists like George Gower showcase the opulence associated with pearls during that era. Centuries later, another queen would continue this tradition. Queen Elizabeth II has often been seen wearing pearl jewelry on various occasions. In photographs such as "Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral, " we witness her effortless style combined with the understated sophistication that pearls bring. But it's not just royalty who appreciate these treasures from the sea; they captivate artists too. Johannes Vermeer immortalized them in his masterpiece "Girl with a Pearl Earring. " The enigmatic gaze of this young girl adorned with a single pearl earring continues to mesmerize art enthusiasts worldwide. Beyond their association with monarchs and masterpieces, pearls hold sentimental value for many individuals. Whether it be an oyster shell housing an artificial pearl or cherished heirlooms passed down through generations like those worn by HM Queen Mary or Princess Elizabeth (later Queen), each pearl carries its own story. As we admire these gleaming orbs delicately strung together into necklaces or adorning royal crowns and scepters, let us remember that beyond their aesthetic appeal lies symbolism - purity, wisdom, femininity - qualities that transcend time itself. So next time you catch sight of a luminous pearl glistening under soft light or feel its smooth surface against your skin, remember its connection to powerful women who have left an indelible mark on history.