Pearl Collection (#3)

Cup (Tasse Jasmin À Pied Cannelé, 1St Size) With Portrait Labeled "La Princess Palatine", 1811
Cup (Tasse Jasmin A Pied Cannele, 1St Size) With Portrait Labeled "La Princess Palatine", 1811

Cup (Tasse Jasmin À Pied Cannelé, 1St Size) With Portrait Of Marie Angélique De Scorailles... 1811. Creator: Unknown
Cup (Tasse Jasmin A Pied Cannele, 1St Size) With Portrait Of Marie Angelique De Scorailles, Duchess Of Fontanges (1661-1681), 1811

Cup (Tasse Jasmin À Pied Cannelé, 1St Size) With Portrait Of Anne Marie Martinozzi... 1811. Creator: Unknown
Cup (Tasse Jasmin A Pied Cannele, 1St Size) With Portrait Of Anne Marie Martinozzi, Princess Of Conti, (1637-1672), 1811

Oyster By the Sea Blue
Alice Straker

Captain Nathaniel Portlock (1747?-1817), c.1788 (oil on canvas)
7338023 Captain Nathaniel Portlock (1747?-1817), c.1788 (oil on canvas) by British School, (18th Century); 76.2x63.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Margherita of Savoy (engraving)
8631649 Margherita of Savoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margherita of Savoy, (1851-1926), later Queen of Italy. Illustration from Black and White

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630697 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533-1603) (engraving)
ELD4831935 Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533-1603) (engraving); Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Votive crown of Recesvinto. 653-672. RECESVINTUS, Flavius (-672). Visigoth King (653-672)
CUL4867807 Votive crown of Recesvinto. 653-672. RECESVINTUS, Flavius (-672). Visigoth King (653-672). Made with gold, gems and pearls. Visigothic art. Jewelry. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY)

Barbara Palmer (1640-1709), Duchess of Cleveland, mistress of Charles II (1630-1685)
FLO4672337 Barbara Palmer (1640-1709), Duchess of Cleveland, mistress of Charles II (1630-1685), in a blue dress with lace and a red cape. By Peter Lely (1618-1680)

Costume of an Italian lady, 1600. Handcoloured lithograph from Thomas Hailes Lacy's " Female Costumes
FLO4656861 Costume of an Italian lady, 1600. Handcoloured lithograph from Thomas Hailes Lacy's " Female Costumes Historical, National and Dramatic in 200 Plates, " London, 1865

Nabab, prince moghol (India) - Nabob or Moghul ruler, 17th century, after Niccolao Manucci - Handcoloured steel
FLO4686468 Nabab, prince moghol (India) - Nabob or Moghul ruler, 17th century, after Niccolao Manucci - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Foreign

Noblewoman of Venice, after Abraham de Bruyn, 1581 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet
FLO4686364 Noblewoman of Venice, after Abraham de Bruyn, 1581 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient

Greek woman, 17th century, Georges de la Chapelle - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet
FLO4686466 Greek woman, 17th century, Georges de la Chapelle - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient

Grand Duchess of Venice, after Abraham de Bruyn, 1581 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from
FLO4686355 Grand Duchess of Venice, after Abraham de Bruyn, 1581 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient

Elisabeth I Queen of England and Ireland (1533-1603) - Queen Elizabeth I of England
FLO4686329 Elisabeth I Queen of England and Ireland (1533-1603) - Queen Elizabeth I of England, after Hans Holbein - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers "

Lady, reign of Henry III, 1586. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet
FLO4685979 Lady, reign of Henry III, 1586. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Gaignieres from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Historique"

The Emperor of China in embroidered robes and hat with peacock feather seated on his throne
FLO4723338 The Emperor of China in embroidered robes and hat with peacock feather seated on his throne. Handcoloured woodcut by Mercier after an illustration by Pannemaker from Auguste Wahlen's

Persian Lady - Persian noble woman in jeweled turban, fur-trimmed jacket, tunic and pantaloons, smoking a hookah pipe
FLO4723873 Persian Lady - Persian noble woman in jeweled turban, fur-trimmed jacket, tunic and pantaloons, smoking a hookah pipe

Femme de Georgia - Georgian woman wearing headdress with veil, necklace of pearls
FLO4723914 Femme de Georgia - Georgian woman wearing headdress with veil, necklace of pearls, long dress with embroidered sash belt, holding a miniature book - Handcoloured woodcut by L

Jeune fille de l'Himalaya - Girl from the Himalayan mountains, in veil, bodice, and skirt
FLO4723628 Jeune fille de l'Himalaya - Girl from the Himalayan mountains, in veil, bodice, and skirt, playing with a parrot - Handcoloured woodcut from " Moeurs

Fine gem rings in emerald, diamond, pearl and sapphire. Chromolithograph from Edwin Street's Gems Catalog
FLO4709309 Fine gem rings in emerald, diamond, pearl and sapphire. Chromolithograph from Edwin Street's Gems Catalog, Bond Street, London, circa 1895.; (add.info.: Fine gem rings in emerald)

Thirty guinea jewels: brooch, pendant, ring, and bracelet in diamond, opal, pearl and sapphire
FLO4709560 Thirty guinea jewels: brooch, pendant, ring, and bracelet in diamond, opal, pearl and sapphire. Chromolithograph from Edwin Street's Gems Catalog, Bond Street, London

Dress (Dress) of the reign of James I, 1601-1625. She wears a dress with jeweled bodice, double lace ruff
FLO4594741 Dress (Dress) of the reign of James I, 1601-1625. She wears a dress with jeweled bodice, double lace ruff, puff sleeves, embroidered petticoat, hat with pearls and veil, and feather fan

Dress (Dress) of the reign of Charles II, 1660-1681. She wears her hair in ringlets, a necklace
FLO4594695 Dress (Dress) of the reign of Charles II, 1660-1681. She wears her hair in ringlets, a necklace, low-cut dress with puff sleeves decorated with jewels

Dress (Robe) of the reign of King George II, 1727-1760. She wears jewels in her hair
FLO4594736 Dress (Robe) of the reign of King George II, 1727-1760. She wears jewels in her hair, a velvet dress trimmed with ermine, with puff sleeves and long train, over a white petticoat

Anne de Rohan Chabot - 1648-1709 - Princess of Soubise - known as Madame de Frontenay - painting after Henri Beaubrun
SYC4194846 Anne de Rohan Chabot - 1648-1709 - Princess of Soubise - known as Madame de Frontenay - painting after Henri Beaubrun - Portrait of Anne de Rohan-Chabot

Wife of a Doge of Venice, 1581. Fur-lined cloak with large hood, bodice decorated with pearls, necklace and gloves
FLO4704935 Wife of a Doge of Venice, 1581. Fur-lined cloak with large hood, bodice decorated with pearls, necklace and gloves

Diamond necklaces and earrings. Chromolithograph from Edwin Street's Gems Catalog, Bond Street, London, circa 1895
FLO4709690 Diamond necklaces and earrings. Chromolithograph from Edwin Street's Gems Catalog, Bond Street, London, circa 1895.; (add.info.: Diamond necklaces and earrings)

Fifty guinea jewels: brooch, pendant, ring and bracelet in diamond, pearl, opal, sapphire and emerald
FLO4709538 Fifty guinea jewels: brooch, pendant, ring and bracelet in diamond, pearl, opal, sapphire and emerald. Chromolithograph from Edwin Street's Gems Catalog, Bond Street, London

Indian Rajah - Indian rajah in bejeweled robes and hat, smoking a hookah pipe
FLO4723667 Indian Rajah - Indian rajah in bejeweled robes and hat, smoking a hookah pipe and holding a peacock feather fan - Handcoloured woodcut from " Moeurs

Costume of a noble lady from the beginning of the 15th century, she wears a wide beaded headdress
FLO4643828 Costume of a noble lady from the beginning of the 15th century, she wears a wide beaded headdress and a dress with long embroidered sleeves - From a playing card from the Royal Library of

Married dress of Margaretha von Fuchs, nee von Hutten (died 1403). Chromolithography
FLO4643571 Married dress of Margaretha von Fuchs, nee von Hutten (died 1403). Chromolithography, drawing by Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903), for his book "Costumes

Anne Iere, Impress of Russia (Anna Ivanovna, 1693-1740) - Anna Ioannovna, Empress of Russia, 18th century
FLO4686515 Anne Iere, Impress of Russia (Anna Ivanovna, 1693-1740) - Anna Ioannovna, Empress of Russia, 18th century. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers

Noblewoman of Nuremberg, after Josse Amman, 1586 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet
FLO4686419 Noblewoman of Nuremberg, after Josse Amman, 1586 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient

A couple kissing passionately on pink background, 1910 about Historical photo, kissing couple, ca. 1910
IMB4932277 A couple kissing passionately on pink background, 1910 about Historical photo, kissing couple, ca. 1910; (add.info.: A couple kissing passionately on pink background)

Woman blowing glass bubble to form the basis of an artificial pearl, 1870
3478850 Woman blowing glass bubble to form the basis of an artificial pearl, 1870; (add.info.: Woman blowing glass bubble to form the basis of an artificial pearl, Paris. (c)

Madonna and Child, c.1520 (oil on panel)
8712018 Madonna and Child, c.1520 (oil on panel) by Anonymous; Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: Anonymous artist)

Engraving depicting divers searching for pearls
5309078 Engraving depicting divers searching for pearls; (add.info.: Engraving depicting divers searching for pearls. The deepest a diver could venture without a suit was 12 fathoms (65.8m)

Portrait of Margarita Gonzaga, c.1603 (oil on canvas)
8724260 Portrait of Margarita Gonzaga, c.1603 (oil on canvas) by Pourbus, Frans II (1569-1622); Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Buenos Aires

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Portrait of Isabella of Aragon, Duchess of Milan (1470-1524), half-length, in profile to the right (oil on panel)
8683002 Portrait of Isabella of Aragon, Duchess of Milan (1470-1524), half-length, in profile to the right (oil on panel) by Vinci

Charles I (1600-1649), 17th century (oil on canvas)
7337861 Charles I (1600-1649), 17th century (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641) (manner of); 76.2x63.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A selection of jewelled gold, enamel and pearl Renaissance jewellery (gold, enamel, pearl)
1766468 A selection of jewelled gold, enamel and pearl Renaissance jewellery (gold, enamel, pearl); Private Collection; (add.info.: A selection of jewelled gold)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630791 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Slavonic women's headdress (litho)
8677403 Slavonic women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Slavonic women's headdress)

Ancient Assyrian women's headdress (litho)
8677395 Ancient Assyrian women's headdress (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Assyrian women's headdress)

Actress Pauline Le Bargy called Simone Le Bargy, c. 1905
1704516 Actress Pauline Le Bargy called Simone Le Bargy, c. 1905 by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: actress Pauline Le Bargy called Simone Le Bargy, c. 1905)

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"Pearl: A Symbol of Royalty, Elegance, and Resilience" Pearls have long been associated with royalty and elegance throughout history. From the regal portraits of Queen Elizabeth I by George Gower to the graceful presence of HRH Queen Elizabeth II, pearls have adorned the necks of queens and empresses. Intricately crafted pearl jewelry has always been a favorite choice for powerful women like Gabrielle Coco Chanel, who understood their timeless allure. Just as Queen Elizabeth I's Ermine Portrait captured her majesty in 1585, pearls continue to exude sophistication and grace today. However they can not limited to royal courts alone. They also hold significance in historical events such as the attack on Pearl Harbor when the USS Coral Sea entered its waters during World War II. This event marked a turning point in history but also reminds us that even amidst chaos and destruction, beauty can still be found. Beyond monarchs and military conflicts, pearls have touched the lives of remarkable individuals like Bess of Hardwick (Elizabeth Talbot), Countess of Shrewsbury. Known for her resilience and strength during challenging times, she too appreciated the beauty that pearls brought into her life. Pearls transcend traditional boundaries; they can be found not only in natural oyster shells but also created artificially with equal splendor. Their lustrous glow symbolizes purity while adding an exquisite touch to any ensemble or piece of art. Even unexpected encounters with pearls leave lasting impressions - just imagine stumbling upon a bus embedded within a house on Blackstock Road in London. Such extraordinary moments remind us that beauty can emerge from even the most unconventional circumstances. The tradition continues through Pearly Kings & Queens who proudly display their intricate pearl-adorned outfits since 1920. These community leaders embody unity while celebrating heritage through their unique style choices. Finally, we cannot forget how Queen Elizabeth II herself embraced pearls at Balmoral in 1952, radiating grace and poise.