Scarf Collection

Paying a Visit, 1915, (1939). Creator: Abram Arkhipov
Paying a Visit, 1915, (1939). A group of village women in brightly-coloured clothes and scarves, chatting in a sunlit room

The Sketch travel number front cover 1956
Front cover of The Sketch magazines travel number featuring a dapper couple, her in a roomy red coat and head scarf, he in tweed suit and flat cap, about to board a plane to, no doubt

Jewish Refugee, Vienna, by David Jagger, 1938
Portrait of a woman, in striped headscarf

JEREMY BRETT (1935-1995). English actor. As Sherlock Holmes in The Hound of the Baskervilles, 1988

DOG. Bulldog on skateboard Digital Manipulation:scarf from blue to red
JD-21876-M DOG. Bulldog on skateboard John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tom Baker, actor who plays the fourth incarnation of The Doctor in BBC TV series Doctor Who, pictured in character, 9th July 1975

Suricate - on hind legs wearing Christmas hat & scarf
TD-1163-M Suricate - on hind legs wearing Christmas hat & scarf. Suricata suricatta Digitally manipulated image Thomas Dressler Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Flapper on Bonnet 1927
A girl on a bonnet: wears a skimpy sleeveless white drop waist dress hitched up to expose her thighs, T-bar shoes, a cloche hat & a scarf a la Isadora Duncan

Golfing Woman 1914
An American golfer

Golden Retriever Dog - driving car collecting Christmas tree Digital Manipulation
JD-21386-M4 Golden Retriever Dog - driving car collecting Christmas tree John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Fans scream for their idol David Cassidy, during his concert at Belle Vue, Manchester. 13th March 1973

Poster for Blackpool Ice Drome
A poster advertising the Ice Drome ice rink at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

John Clare / Hilton
JOHN CLARE English poet

Doctor Who, actor Tom Baker - the 4th Doctor - pictured outside Acton rehersal rooms with assistant Sarah Jane Smith played by actress Elisabeth Sladen. 9th December 1974

The Blue Butterfly by Muriel Dawson -- a little girl and her dog walk by the sea. Date: 1953

Sport - Football - Swansea - Swansea fans brave the rain during the FA Cup Semi-Final tie between Swansea Town and Preston North End at Villa Park. - 14th March 1964

Sandie Shaw, singer, pictured kicking a ball March 1965

Emperor Penguins. 6 young ones walking in a line wearing scarves. Snow hill island Antarctica Digital Manipulation
WAT-10863-M3 Emperor Penguins. 6 young ones walking in a line wearing scarves Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Perfect Wife: No. X. By Joyce Dennys
A illustration of a wife struggling through the cold to watch her husband ice-skating. The Sketch - 29th January 1930. By Joyce Dennys

Ice Skating Dog
An ice skating dog with a scarf for a lead, out with his young mistress at Wimbledon Common, London, England

Tom Baker as Doctor Who Circa 1975 Rev 3747 vfr1

RICHARD WAGNER (1813-1883). German composer. Oil on canvas, 1871, by Franz von Lenbach

Aristide Bruant at Les Ambassadeurs

In the service of the King - Scouts and Guides
In the service of the King - A saluting Scout and a Girl Guide, pulling back the Union Flag in patriotic pose. Date: circa 1910

Hats / Three Girls 1935
Three girls of the Ginger Rogers era who use SNOWFIRE FACE POWDER

Evening Wear 1939
Evening gowns by Lavin and Molyneux

Doctor Who, actor Tom Baker - the 4th Doctor - pictured outside Acton rehersal rooms with assistants Sarah Jane Smith played by actress Elisabeth Sladen and John Andrews played by Ian Marter

El Senor Maximon, Solola, Guatemala, Central America

Union Jack Hat & Scarf
A patriotic girl wrapped up in a scarf covered with union jacks. She also has them on the brim of her hat. Date: 1917

Giuseppe Verdi / Boldini
GIUSEPPE VERDI Italian composer

Robe- (or scarf) hanging pine, Senzoku pond. Print shows a large pine tree with fence around it and shrine nearby on the edge of a lake, with teahouse and travelers in the foreground. Date 1856

David Wright woman in a white bikini
Elegant woman with blonde hair, wearing a white bikini and shoes to match. She is sitting on the grass, with a wide-brimmed floppy hat at her side

Elderly woman making lace in an open doorway
An elderly woman making lace in the open doorway of her home, with a large number of bobbins on display. Date: 20th century

French Girl Feeds Cow
A young French girl in patriotic scarf feeds hay to a cow in a field (presumably French also)

Patriotic Finnish Girl
A young, blonde patriotic Greek girl wears a brimless fur hat with a flag cap badge & a fur-trimmed scarf whose design is based on the flag of Greece

Indonesian Dancer
A Javanese dancer performing the female style in a seated pose. The use of the wrists and scarf are characteristic of this style

Mary Quant Ginger Group dresses in Liberty print, 1964
Traditional Libert print used for a new-old look in Mary Quants Ginger Group collection. Fashioned in demure covered-up little dresses with pique collars and cuffs

The Wider Image: Bolivias cholita climbers
An Aymara indigenous woman practises climbing on the Huayna Potosi mountain, Bolivia April 6, 2016. Two years ago, about a dozen Aymara indigenous women, aged 42 to 50

Man on a 1927 Model A Ariel motorcycle
Young man on a Ariel 1927 Model A (557cc side valve with Burman gearbox) outside wooden shed circa 1930

After the ball (oil on canvas)
IND54494 After the ball (oil on canvas) by Casas i Carbo, Ramon (1866-1932); Museu de Montserrat, Abadia de Montserrat, Spain; Index Fototeca

Dorothy Levitt, the Fastest Girl on Earth (w / c on paper)
2601994 Dorothy Levitt, the Fastest Girl on Earth (w/c on paper) by Ball, Frederick Hammersley (1853-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commissioned for Tatler Magazine)

Young peasant woman in a wood, Finland. Date: 1922

Elton John poses with comedians Ernie Wise (left) and Eric Morecambe as he appears on the Morecambe and Wise show at BBC television centre. 8th December 1976

English FA Cup Third Round replay match. Southend United 2 v Liverpool 3. Liverpool fans run onto the pitch as they celebrate their teams victory at the end of the match. 8th January 1958

Advert for Dickins & Jones lace items 1912
Selection of danity lace items for Christmas gifts for women. 1912

Winter Morning by Muriel Dawson -- two children out walking in the snow with three dogs. Date: 1941

Gipsy couple on their horse-drawn cart
A middle-aged gipsy couple riding along a country road on their horse-drawn cart. A London Transport bus stop can be seen in the background

George Michael of British pop group Wham! pictured before they set off for their tour in China. 30th March 1985

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"From Paying a Visit in 1915 to The Blue Butterfly: A Journey Through Scarves" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of scarves through various art forms and iconic moments. In 1915, Abram Arkhipov created a masterpiece called "Paying a Visit, " capturing the elegance and grace of women adorned with scarves. Fast forward to 1939, where David Jagger's painting "Jewish Refugee, Vienna" tells a poignant story of resilience amidst adversity. But scarves aren't limited to paintings alone; they can even make their way into digital manipulation. Witness the transformation of a bulldog on a skateboard as its scarf changes from blue to red, adding an unexpected touch of style. Speaking of unexpected styles, who could forget Jeremy Brett's portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in "The Hound of the Baskervilles" wearing his signature scarf? It became an iconic accessory that added sophistication and mystery to his character. Not only actors embrace this versatile accessory; Tom Baker as Doctor Who circa 1975 also sported an eye-catching scarf that became synonymous with his eccentricity and charm. And let's not overlook the adorable suricate donning a Christmas hat and scarf while standing on its hind legs – proving that scarves can bring joy even to our furry friends. Traveling further back in time, we encounter flappers from the roaring twenties rocking stylish bonnets adorned with scarves – symbolizing their rebellion against societal norms. Meanwhile, golfing women in 1914 showcased how even sports attire could be elevated by incorporating fashionable scarves. In another whimsical twist, imagine a golden retriever driving a car collecting Christmas trees through digital manipulation. Its vibrant background filled with baubles perfectly complements its festive hat and scarf ensemble. Scarves have always been associated with femininity throughout history but were also celebrated for their practicality during wartime. Joyce Dennys' artwork "Perfect Wife: No.