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Edith Collection (#5)

"Edith: A Timeless Name that Echoes through History" From the stage to the page, it has left an indelible mark on various realms

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith work painting Jordan mural California 1946

Edith work painting Jordan mural California 1946
Edith at work painting the Jordan mural [California]. 1946, California, Glendale

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith copy painting Selby & McCauley 1870 1875

Edith copy painting Selby & McCauley 1870 1875
Edith. copy of a painting; Selby & McCauley; 1870 - 1875; Hand-colored albumen silver print

Background imageEdith Collection: Matilda Of Scotland Aka Edith, C. 1079 / 80-1118. Queen Of Henry I Of England. Engraved By W. H

Matilda Of Scotland Aka Edith, C. 1079 / 80-1118. Queen Of Henry I Of England. Engraved By W. H. Mote After J. W
Matilda Of Scotland Aka Edith, C.1079/80-1118. Queen Of Henry I Of England. Engraved By W.H.Mote After J.W.Wright.From The Book The Queens Of England, Volume I By Sydney Wilmot

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith Wharton, 1862-1937. American Novelist. From The Book The Masterpiece Library Of Short

Edith Wharton, 1862-1937. American Novelist. From The Book The Masterpiece Library Of Short Stories, American, Volume 16

Background imageEdith Collection: Angel Glacier, Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada

Angel Glacier, Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada

Background imageEdith Collection: Mount Edith Cavell, Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada

Mount Edith Cavell, Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada

Background imageEdith Collection: Mount Edith Cavelle In Jasper National Park; Alberta, Canada

Mount Edith Cavelle In Jasper National Park; Alberta, Canada

Background imageEdith Collection: Bubbly by John Hastings Turner

Bubbly by John Hastings Turner
Flyer for Bubbly by J. Hastings Turner, presented by Ralph Haslam with music by Philip Braham. It was first produced at the Comedy Theatre in London, on 5th May 1917

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith Wharton at home on the Riviera

Edith Wharton at home on the Riviera
American novelist Edith Wharton pictured at her home at Hyeres on the French Riviera where she wrote much of The Age of Innocence. Date: 1921

Background imageEdith Collection: Lady Castlereagh (later Lady Londonderry) by Lallie Charles

Lady Castlereagh (later Lady Londonderry) by Lallie Charles
Edith Vane-Tempest-Stewart, Marchioness of Londonderry DBE (3 December 1878 23 April 1959), noted society hostess, and, during the First World War director of the Womens Legion

Background imageEdith Collection: Cicely Hamilton and Edith Craig

Cicely Hamilton and Edith Craig. Cicely Hamilton (1872-1952) and Edith Craig (1869-1947) portraits of Cicely Hamilton and Edith Craig

Background imageEdith Collection: Willow Art (Longton) china statue of Edith Cavell

Willow Art (Longton) china statue of Edith Cavell
A Willow Art (Longton) china statue of Edith Cavell, inscribed Brussels Dawn October 12th 1915 with the Coat of Arms of Birmingham. Commemorative Ware

Background imageEdith Collection: Mrs H. J. Tennant

Mrs H. J. Tennant
Front cover of The Sketch magazine featuring Mrs H. J. Tennant, formerly May Edith Abraham (1869-1946) wife of Harold John Tennant, the ex-Under-Secretary for War

Background imageEdith Collection: Otto I, Holy Roman Emperor with his wife Edith

Otto I, Holy Roman Emperor with his wife Edith
A statue in the Cathedral at Magdeburg depicting Otto I (912973) ( Otto the Great ) - the founder of the Holy Roman Empire, reigning from 936 until his death in 973

Background imageEdith Collection: Pug Peter -- girl and mouse reading a book

Pug Peter -- girl and mouse reading a book
Pug Peter -- Nowhere-in-Particular. A girl and a large mouse reading a book under a tree. Date: 1905

Background imageEdith Collection: EDITH PIAF (1915-1963). Nee Edith Giovanna Gassion

EDITH PIAF (1915-1963). Nee Edith Giovanna Gassion. French singer and actress. Photographed in 1946

Background imageEdith Collection: ALICE LIDDELL (1852-1934). Alice Pleasance Liddell

ALICE LIDDELL (1852-1934). Alice Pleasance Liddell. The inspiration for Alices Adventures in Wonderland, by Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, also known as Lewis Carroll

Background imageEdith Collection: Marriage Certificate - 1904

Marriage Certificate - 1904
Marriage Certificate of William Cottee Woods and Edith Frances Pooley. Woods Father was a Shipowner and Pooleys Father was a Stockbroker. Date: 1904

Background imageEdith Collection: Miss Letitia Chitty FRAeS

Miss Letitia Chitty FRAeS
From left: Miss Letitia Chitty, FRAeS, 15 July 1897 to 29 September 1982, and Miss Florence Edith Barwood, 1897-1966. Date: 1982

Background imageEdith Collection: Blitz in London -- Kings Road, Chelsea, WW2

Blitz in London -- Kings Road, Chelsea, WW2
Blitz in London -- bomb damage near the Guinness Trust Buildings, Edith Grove, Kings Road, Chelsea, on 28 February 1944, where a 36-foot gas main was fractured

Background imageEdith Collection: Royal Family meet Anita

Royal Family meet Anita
Edith Barlow ( Anita ) a very small (26 inches) guest of the Royal family at the Royal Garden Party. Anita became a member of Bertram Mills Touring Circus

Background imageEdith Collection: Mrs Richard Hart-Davis

Mrs Richard Hart-Davis
Ne Edith Elaine Tichman, she married Richard Hart-Davis, whom she divorced in the late 1930s before becoming the third wife of Lord Broughton and Vaux in 1942

Background imageEdith Collection: Room at the house of Mrs Chester Beatty, 1932

Room at the house of Mrs Chester Beatty, 1932
Room at the house of Mrs Chester Beatty, 24 Kensington Palace Gardens, London, 1932. The former home of the copper mining magnate Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875-1968) and his wife Edith

Background imageEdith Collection: Miss Edith Woodworth, British actress, 1888. Artist: Ernest Barraud

Miss Edith Woodworth, British actress, 1888. Artist: Ernest Barraud
Miss Edith Woodworth, British actress, 1888. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume XII, July to December, 1888, Strand Publishing Company, London, 1888

Background imageEdith Collection: Princess Victoria receiving the news that she is Queen, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Princess Victoria receiving the news that she is Queen, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Princess Victoria receiving the news that she is Queen, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by E Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), 1897. Artist: M Bowley

Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), 1897. Artist: M Bowley
Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Princess Elizabeth, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Princess Elizabeth, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Princess Elizabeth, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Edward VI, keeping his Diary, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Edward VI, keeping his Diary, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Edward VI, keeping his Diary, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: The Princes in the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

The Princes in the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
The Princes in the Tower, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Flight of Queen Margaret and Prince Edward, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Flight of Queen Margaret and Prince Edward, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Flight of Queen Margaret and Prince Edward, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Henry VI, the Baby King, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Henry VI, the Baby King, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Henry VI, the Baby King, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Edward of Caernarvon, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Edward of Caernarvon, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Edward of Caernarvon, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Coronation of Henry III, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Coronation of Henry III, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Coronation of Henry III, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Prince Arthur leaping from the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Prince Arthur leaping from the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Prince Arthur leaping from the Tower, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Alfred the Great learning to read, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

Alfred the Great learning to read, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Alfred the Great learning to read, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith Clegg, 1911-1912

Edith Clegg, 1911-1912. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1911-1912, The Process Year Book, volume 17, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1911-1912)

Background imageEdith Collection: Snowman

Snowman
Children dancing around a snowman. Date: circa 1935

Background imageEdith Collection: Camping

Camping
Cooking a meal over a camp fire. Date: circa 1935

Background imageEdith Collection: Christmas card in the shape of a box

Christmas card in the shape of a box, labelled From Birdie To Edith. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt and daughter Ethel

Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt and daughter Ethel
Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt (18611948) the second wife of President Theodore Roosevelt and First Lady of the United States during his presidency from 1901 to 1909

Background imageEdith Collection: Cover design, London Magazine, April

Cover design, London Magazine, April, sixpence, depicting a woman in an orange raincoat and a man in naval uniform, with a battleship at sea in the background

Background imageEdith Collection: Cavell and Nurses

Cavell and Nurses
EDITH CAVELL (in dark uniform) with probationer nurses and a doctor at the Brussels Nursing School, which she founded, Date: 1865 - 1915

Background imageEdith Collection: Cavells home Brussels

Cavells home Brussels
Edith Cavells house and nursing institution in the rue de la Culture, Brussels. Date: 1865 - 1915

Background imageEdith Collection: Edith Piaf [Music]

Edith Piaf [Music]
EDITH PIAF French singer

Background imageEdith Collection: Portraits of campaigners for womens rights

Portraits of campaigners for womens rights
Portraits of various campaigners for womens rights, who led a Suffragist Procession on 13 June 1908 from the Embankment to the Albert Hall: Charlotte Despard (Leader of the Womens Freedom League)

Background imageEdith Collection: Little things mean a lot - Music Sheet Cover

Little things mean a lot - Music Sheet Cover, words and music by Edith Lindeman and Carl Stutz, broadcast and recorded on DECCA by Jimmy Young

Background imageEdith Collection: Miss Edith Day at Rose Marie at Drury Lane

Miss Edith Day at Rose Marie at Drury Lane
Edith Day (April 10, 1896 May 1, 1971), American actress and singer best known for her roles in Edwardian musical comedies and operettas, first on Broadway and then in Londons West End

Background imageEdith Collection: Womens Royal Naval Service, 1918

Womens Royal Naval Service, 1918
Women of the WRENS(Womens Royal Naval Service)in 1918: Dame Katherine Furse(Director), a petty officer and Miss Edith Crowy(Deputy-Director). Date: 1918



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"Edith: A Timeless Name that Echoes through History" From the stage to the page, it has left an indelible mark on various realms. Ellen Terry, a renowned actress of her time, embodied the spirit in 1864 as she graced the stage with her talent and grace. Meanwhile, George Frederick Watts captured this ethereal essence in his creation. Another iconic figure bearing this name was Edith Piaf, whose soulful voice captivated audiences worldwide. Born as Edith Giovanna Gassion in 1915, she became a symbol of resilience and passion for life. In a photograph taken during one of her mesmerizing concerts in 1961, we catch a glimpse of her captivating presence. Edith Newbold Wharton stands tall among American writers with her literary prowess. From penning timeless classics to exploring societal norms and constraints, she challenged conventions fearlessly throughout her career. Nature's beauty finds its way into our narrative through "Primroses and Violets - Gardens. " These delicate flowers remind us of the serenity that can be found amidst chaos—a sentiment cherished by many named Edith. In Draycott village within Cotswold lies an enchanting tale featuring Edith Hodgkins—the milkmaid who brought joy to all with every churned drop. Her dedication serves as an inspiration even today. Centuries ago, Mary Sidney—Countess of Pembroke—embodied elegance and sophistication reminiscent of those bestowed upon Viscountess Castlereagh when adorned with her famous necklace & tiara—an emblematic image forever etched in history books. Breaking barriers is not unfamiliar territory for women named Edith; just ask Edith Smith—the first woman police officer in the UK—who paved the way for others to follow suit fearlessly. The suffragette movement also saw its own heroine named Edith New Peckham during a crucial by-election, fighting for the rights of women.