Roxburghe Collection

Tatler cover - wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe
Front cover of The Tatler featuring the Duke of Roxburgh and his new bride, the former Lady Mary Crewe-Milnes, daughter of the Marquess

The Duke of Roxburghe and Miss May Goelet
America and the Peerage - Miss Mary ( May ) Goelet, American heiress, who married Henry Innes-Kerr, 8th Duke of Roxburghe in 1903

May Goelet (Duchess of Roxburghe) as a little girl
Miss Mary ( May ) Goelet, American heiress, who married Henry Innes-Kerr, 8th Duke of Roxburghe in 1903, becoming Duchess of Roxburghe and bringing with her a dowry of some $20 million

May Goelet Roxburghe
MARY WILSON MAY GOELET duchess of ROXBURGHE American heiress, wife of Henry, eighth duke. Date: ? - 1937

Family group: father with pipe producing much smoke while his wife and children seem to be raising objections
532319 Family group: father with pipe producing much smoke while his wife and children seem to be raising objections. Early 17th century (woodcut from the Roxburghe Ballads)

The Bearers of the Canopy over King George V, during the annointing at his coronation ceremony in 1910 (print)
2915351 The Bearers of the Canopy over King George V, during the annointing at his coronation ceremony in 1910 (print); (add.info.: From left to right, Earl Cadogan, Duke of Roxburghe)

The Duchess of Roxburgh (hand-tinted photo)
STC135823 The Duchess of Roxburgh (hand-tinted photo) by Silvy, Camille (fl. 1850-69); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

A round dance, an illustration from A Book of Roxburghe Ballads (woodcut)
618924 A round dance, an illustration from A Book of Roxburghe Ballads (woodcut) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Ker, Duke of Roxburghe, English bibliophile and book collector, (1832). Artist: Charles Edward Wagstaff
John Ker, Duke of Roxburghe, English bibliophile and book collector, (1832). Portrait of the 3rd Duke of Roxburghe (1740-1804), who was a personal friend of King George III

Coronation 1937, anointing of Queen by Archbishop
The coronation ceremony of King George VI in Westminster Abbey: the anointing of Queen Elizabeth by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Lang

John Ker 3Rd Duke Of Roxburghe Marquis Of Cessford And Beaumont Earl Ker Of Wakefield 1740 To 1804 Scottish Nobleman And Bibliophile Engraved By E C Wagstaff After W Hamilton From The Book National

Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe
The Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe (George Innes-Ker, 9th Duke, and Lady Mary Crewe-Milnes) after their wedding at Westminster Abbey on 24th October 1935. Date: 1935

Green Man (Roxburghe)
The traditional green man of English folklore, here identified with Robin Goodfellow Date: circa 1630

Lady Alastair Innes-Ker (born 1885) formerly Miss Anne Breese, daughter of Mr William Lawrence Breese of New York. She married Lord Alastair, who was the brother of the Duke of Roxburghe, in 1907

The Duchess of Roxburghe
The new Duchess of Roxburghe, wife of the 8th Duke and formerly Miss Mary (May) Goelet, daughter of Ogden Goelet, the famous American millionaire

Miss May Goelet
Front cover of the Tatler - America and the Peerage - Miss Mary ( May ) Goelet, American heiress, who married Henry Innes-Kerr, 8th Duke of Roxburghe in 1903

Hugh Duke Westminster
JAMES HENRY ROBERT INNES-KER, sixth duke of ROXBURGHE statesman and sportsman with his autograph Date: 1816 - 1879

Third Duke Roxburghe
JOHN KER, third duke of ROXBURGHE statesman and book collector Date: 1740 - 1804

Mary Duchess Roxburghe
MARY (nee Bechinne) duchess of ROXBURGHE wife of William, fourth duke Date: ? - 1838

Seventh Duke Roxburghe
JAMES HENRY ROBERT INNES-KER, seventh duke of ROXBURGHE Date: 1839 - 1892

Family group: father with pipe producing much smoke while his wife and children seem to be raising objections. Woodcut from the Roxburghe Ballads (early 17th century)

Trousseau of the Duchess of Roxburghe
A huge stack of trunks, portmanteaux, dress baskets and suitcases representing the substantial trousseau of Miss Mary Goelet, American heiress, who married Henry Innes-Kerr

John Ker, D of Roxburghe
JOHN KER, 3rd duke of ROXBURGHE book collector (notably the Roxburghe Ballads )

St George / Roxburghe Wcut
Saint George, who is about to deprive the dragon of its head, is described in the accompanying ballad as an English knight

Dr Faustus (Roxburghe)
Dr Faustus performing magic, with a familiar Black Dog, dancing witches, and hell- fire

Father Time (Roxburghe)
With hour-glass and scythe

Robin Hood (Roxburghe)
Robin and two of his companions

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"Roxburghe: A Tale of Nobility, Love, and Legacy" Step into the enchanting world of Roxburghe, where history intertwines with romance and grandeur. The Duke and Miss May Goelet captivated hearts with their timeless love story. As a little girl, May Goelet dreamt of her future as the Duchess of Roxburghe. In 1937, amidst regal splendor, Queen Elizabeth's anointing ceremony took place at the Coronation. The Duke and Duchess graced Tatler's cover on their wedding day, radiating elegance and joy. A hand-tinted photo captures the ethereal beauty of the Duchess herself - a vision in grace and poise. Meanwhile, "A Book Ballads" transports us to a lively round dance through its captivating woodcut illustration. John Ker, Duke of Roxburghe, left an indelible mark as an English bibliophile and book collector in 1832. His passion for literature echoes through time. The Green Man whispers secrets from within the walls of Roxburghe; his ancient presence adds mystique to this noble lineage. Lady Alastair Innes-Ker brings her own charm to this illustrious family tree. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry that is Roxburghe – a tale woven with love stories spanning generations. From historic coronations to elegant weddings and treasured collections – it is a legacy that continues to inspire awe today.