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Background imageLavish Collection: The Coronation of the Shah of Iran

The Coronation of the Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (1919-1980). On 26th October 1967, twenty-six years into his reign as Shah (" King" )

Background imageLavish Collection: Viceroys House in New Delhi, the Long Drawing-Room

Viceroys House in New Delhi, the Long Drawing-Room
The long drawing room of the Viceroy of Indias house in New Delhi, India, done in marble, diversified with panels of dull gold brocade

Background imageLavish Collection: 1920s music sheet

1920s music sheet
Lavish illustration by H.H. Harris on a music sheet showing a red-haired flapper girl and humming bird

Background imageLavish Collection: Gaby Deslys and her gowns by Drian 1913

Gaby Deslys and her gowns by Drian 1913
Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), French actress, dancer and singer, pictured in a variety of lavish outfits designed by Drian and realised by Landolff for her latest revue at the Palace Theatre, London

Background imageLavish Collection: Banquet des Chevaliers de l Ordre du Saint-Esprit

Banquet des Chevaliers de l Ordre du Saint-Esprit donne au chateau de Fontainebleau le 14 mai 1633, French School. The Knights of the Order of the Holy Spirit sit at two long tables

Background imageLavish Collection: La Martiniere Boys School, Lucknow, India

La Martiniere Boys School, Lucknow, India
Constantia (La Martiniere Boys School) - Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Harem Women

Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Harem Women
Harem women from Smyrna (Izmir), Turkey

Background imageLavish Collection: Dinner Party at Home

Dinner Party at Home
A lavish dinner party takes place in a French household

Background imageLavish Collection: Odysseus & Tiresias

Odysseus & Tiresias
Odysseus descends to the Kingdom of the Dead, thanks to lavish sacrifices, to consult the prophet Tiresias

Background imageLavish Collection: Items of interior decoration at the seat of Sir Savile Crossley - Somerleyton Hall near

Items of interior decoration at the seat of Sir Savile Crossley - Somerleyton Hall near Lowestoft - Household Gods. These include a marble statue of Sir Savile as a boy, a bronze figure of Atalanta

Background imageLavish Collection: Woman in lavish clothing 1925

Woman in lavish clothing 1925
An elegant young woman wearing a full length fastened dress to the front, matching turban with jade stone to the centre and jade and pearl necklace and drop earrings

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Lounge

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Lounge. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Passenger Elevators

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Passenger Elevators. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: Royal Wedding 1947 - the cake

Royal Wedding 1947 - the cake
Wedding cake made by Mr F. Schul of McVitie and Price in Harlesden, London for the wedding of Princess Elizabeth to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in November 1947

Background imageLavish Collection: Statue of Virgin Mary

Statue of Virgin Mary
A statue of the Virgin Mary in the cathedral at Victoria (Rabat) on the Island of Gozo, part of the Maltese archipelago

Background imageLavish Collection: The library of Lucullus

The library of Lucullus, general & statesman, known for his lavish lifestyle

Background imageLavish Collection: Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran - Shahs Coronation

Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran - Shahs Coronation
Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran (1960-) at the Coronation of the Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (1919-1980). On 26th October 1967, twenty-six years into his reign as Shah (" King" )

Background imageLavish Collection: The Coronation of the Shah of Iran - Mohammad Reza Pahlavi

The Coronation of the Shah of Iran - Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
The Coronation of the Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (1919-1980). On 26th October 1967, twenty-six years into his reign as Shah (" King" )

Background imageLavish Collection: Fashion shoot possibly at Cliveden - actress Patricia Roe

Fashion shoot possibly at Cliveden - actress Patricia Roe - circa early 1940s. Date: circa early 1940s

Background imageLavish Collection: Flatavan (Super Caravan) of Melville Hart & Co. of St. Stephens House

Flatavan (Super Caravan) of Melville Hart & Co. of St. Stephens House, Westminster leaving Buckingham Palace, London. Flatavans were able to provide sleeping

Background imageLavish Collection: Queen Farah Dibah of Iran - Shahs Coronation

Queen Farah Dibah of Iran - Shahs Coronation
Queen Farah Dibah of Iran (1938-) at the Coronation of the Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (1919-1980). On 26th October 1967, twenty-six years into his reign as Shah (" King" )

Background imageLavish Collection: The Trocadero Restaurant, London

The Trocadero Restaurant, London
Situated on the corner of Londons Shaftesbury Avenue and Windmill Street, famous for its theatre which never closed, the Trocadero Restaurant was one of the most exclusive restaurants in Europe when

Background imageLavish Collection: A stuffed and mounted Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall near Lowerstoft

A stuffed and mounted Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall near Lowerstoft, one of 57 bears shot in five weeks at Spitzbergen and in no-mans land by Sir Savile Crossley and Mr Arnold Pike. Date: 1905

Background imageLavish Collection: Large and Lavish Gypsy Caravan and its owners (and dog)

Large and Lavish Gypsy Caravan and its owners (and dog) Date: 1905

Background imageLavish Collection: Le Ciel - Paris Cabaret Nightclub - Inreior

Le Ciel - Paris Cabaret Nightclub - Inreior
The Interior of Le Ciel - Montmartre, Paris Cabaret Nightclub. The Cabaret du Ciel (Cabaret of Heaven) was an early version of modern theme restaurants

Background imageLavish Collection: Florence - Italy - Giacosas Tea Rooms

Florence - Italy - Giacosas Tea Rooms. Date: circa 1903

Background imageLavish Collection: Syria - Punishment of a servant (2 / 3)

Syria - Punishment of a servant (2 / 3)
A domestic situation unfolds in Syria - the Mistress of the house punishes her serving maid - she is tied up and her upper-body clothes are removed. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: The Palm Room, Waldorf Astoria, New York, USA

The Palm Room, Waldorf Astoria, New York, USA Date: 1906

Background imageLavish Collection: The Strand Palace Hotel, The Strand, London - Entrance

The Strand Palace Hotel, The Strand, London - Entrance to Hotel and Grill Room. Date: circa 1909

Background imageLavish Collection: The Strand Palace Hotel, The Strand, London

The Strand Palace Hotel, The Strand, London - The Drawing Room. Date: 1909

Background imageLavish Collection: Interior of the Casino at Enghien-les-Bains, France

Interior of the Casino at Enghien-les-Bains, France
Enghien-les-Bains, a commune in the northern suburbs of Paris, France - The Salle des Jeux (Games Room) at the Casino. Enghien-les-Bains is famous as a spa resort and a well-to-do suburb of Paris

Background imageLavish Collection: Hochst Group

Hochst Group
An example of a Hochst group figurine, comprising of some men carefully tending to the appearance of the seated woman, one is holding a mirror

Background imageLavish Collection: An Old World Subject

An Old World Subject
An illustration of a gentleman introducing himself to a woman who is holding her skirts, wearing a masquerade mask under an enormous, lavish garden arch. Date: circa 1916

Background imageLavish Collection: Fine Young Lady

Fine Young Lady
A fine young lady in a striking Victorian crinoline-style dress with caped sleeves and lavish brimmed hat. Date: 1903

Background imageLavish Collection: Auditorium of the new London Hippodrome

Auditorium of the new London Hippodrome
The interior of the brand new London Hippodrome at the corner of Charing Cross Road and Cranbourn Street. Built by theatre architect Frank Matcham for Edward Moss of Moss Empires Limited

Background imageLavish Collection: Girl in turquoise

Girl in turquoise with a lavish turquoise hat and a garland of pink roses in her hair. Artist: Ellen Jessie Andrews Date: 1904

Background imageLavish Collection: Girl in pink

Girl in pink with a lavish pink hat and a garland of roses in her hair. Artist: Ellen Jessie Andrews Date: 1904

Background imageLavish Collection: Scene from Joy Bells at the London Hippodrome

Scene from Joy Bells at the London Hippodrome
A picturesque scene from the popular Albert de Courville revue, Joy Bells, at the London Hippodrome in 1919 with Phyllis Bedells and chorus

Background imageLavish Collection: Cinderella at the London Hippodrome, 1900-01

Cinderella at the London Hippodrome, 1900-01
Illustration summarising the delights of the newly-opened London Hippodromes first annual pantomime - Cinderella - which the management claimed was the most expensive ever to be staged

Background imageLavish Collection: Tatler cover Clothes for the Dog You Lead 1961

Tatler cover Clothes for the Dog You Lead 1961
Front cover of The Tatler featuring a model in a white mink coat from Bradleys and a diamond tiara by Richard Ogden. All other jewellery from Harrods. Date: 1961

Background imageLavish Collection: A silver and gilt moulded mirror from the Doges Palace in Venice

A silver and gilt moulded mirror from the Doges Palace in Venice, Italy - once owned by Queen Anne and removed from Stowe House

Background imageLavish Collection: VATICAN LIBRARY / C. 1860

VATICAN LIBRARY / C. 1860
BIBLIOTECA VATICANA The Vatican Library, the main hall (Sala principale). Date: circa 1860

Background imageLavish Collection: The Private theatre at Anglesey Castle

The Private theatre at Anglesey Castle
Interior of the Gaiety Theatre at Anglesey Castle where the eccentric Henry Paget, 5th Marquis of Anglesey, in the role of actor-manager, put on pantomimes and plays with lavish expenditure

Background imageLavish Collection: Briton Riviere R. A. at work

Briton Riviere R. A. at work
Briton Riviere R.A. at work (1840-1920) - British artist of Huguenot descent Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: The Drawing Room of the West Central Hotel, London

The Drawing Room of the West Central Hotel, London
The Drawing Room of the West Central Hotel, Southampton Row, Russell Square, London. Date: circa 1910

Background imageLavish Collection: Chefs and buffet at Island Hotel, Tresco, Isles of Scilly

Chefs and buffet at Island Hotel, Tresco, Isles of Scilly
Three chefs standing behind a lavish buffet table at the Island Hotel, Tresco, Isles of Scilly. Date: circa 1980s

Background imageLavish Collection: The Dining Room at The Empress Club, 13 Berkeley Street

The Dining Room at The Empress Club, 13 Berkeley Street
A Sectional Drawing through the extensive premises of The Empress Club, sitting between Dover Street and 13 Berkeley Street, W1, London

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Upper Dining Saloon

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Upper Dining Saloon. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: Three weeks film

Three weeks film
The three weeks film directed by Alan Crosland, shows the actors Aileen Pringle (1895-1989) and Conrad Nagel (1897-1970). Both images showing the lavish set of the tiger rug

Background imageLavish Collection: Syria - Punishment of a servant (3 / 3)

Syria - Punishment of a servant (3 / 3)
A domestic situation unfolds in Syria - the Mistress of the house punishes her serving maid - she is tied up and flogged across her bare back. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: Syria - Punishment of a servant (1 / 3)

Syria - Punishment of a servant (1 / 3)
A domestic situation unfolds in Syria - the Mistress of the house punishes her serving maid. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: Queens Coronation Robe 1937

Queens Coronation Robe 1937
The magnificent train of purple velvet with gold embroidery representing floral emblems of the Empire worn by Queen Elizabeth, consort of King George VI at the Coronation in 1937

Background imageLavish Collection: The Mdivanis 7000 party - Barbara Hutton

The Mdivanis 7000 party - Barbara Hutton
Page from the Sketch with photographs of one of the most wonderful parties of modern times held at the Ritz Hotel in Paris by Prince Alexis Mdivani and his wife, formerly Miss Barbara Hutton

Background imageLavish Collection: Transatlantic Ocean Liner interior

Transatlantic Ocean Liner interior
The lavish and plush interior of a Transatlantic Ocean Liner of the late 19th century. Date: circa 1890

Background imageLavish Collection: Hong Kong, China - Queens Building

Hong Kong, China - Queens Building. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: Sphere cover - floating gondola at the Savoy by Matania

Sphere cover - floating gondola at the Savoy by Matania
A remarkable dinner party given at the Savoy Hotel, London by Mr G. A. Kessler who entertained twenty-four guests in a large white

Background imageLavish Collection: The Venetian party held by Mrs Keiller, July 1914

The Venetian party held by Mrs Keiller, July 1914
Page from The Sketch reporting on a lavish party hosted by Mrs Alexander Keiller, formerly Miss Doll Phil-Morris, the artist

Background imageLavish Collection: If Only We Spoke the Truth by Bruce Bairnsfather

If Only We Spoke the Truth by Bruce Bairnsfather
A disgruntled gentleman in evening dress thinks aloud, I wish you drank something cheaper, while glowering at his female companion who looks somewhat worse for wear due to all the champagne shes

Background imageLavish Collection: Duchess of Argylls ball for her debutante daughter

Duchess of Argylls ball for her debutante daughter
A spread from The Tatler reporting on the lavish ball held at Claridges by the Duchess of Argyll for her daughter, Miss Frances Sweeny

Background imageLavish Collection: Elysee Restaurant, Coventry Street, London

Elysee Restaurant, Coventry Street, London
The lavish interior of the Elysee Restaurant, Coventry Street, London. " Booking tables early is advisable" !!

Background imageLavish Collection: Turkish Baths - Algiers, Algeria

Turkish Baths - Algiers, Algeria
The salon of a Turkish Bath - Algiers, Algeria. The clientele appears to be mostly French

Background imageLavish Collection: Why wear your diamond on your neck? 1913

Why wear your diamond on your neck? 1913
Anna Held (1872 1918), Polish-born French and later Broadway stage performer and singer, wearing lavish diamond stockings. 1913

Background imageLavish Collection: Scene from Molieres Les Plaisirs de L Ile Enchantee

Scene from Molieres Les Plaisirs de L Ile Enchantee
Scene from Molieres multi-day production, in collaboration with Lully and others, Les Plaisirs de L Ile Enchantee, performed at Versailles from 7 to 14 May 1664. 17th century

Background imageLavish Collection: The Palm Court at the Carlton Hotel, London

The Palm Court at the Carlton Hotel, London
A Fashionable Resort of Today - The Palm Court at the Carlton Hotel, London. Date: 1899

Background imageLavish Collection: Gadames, Libya - Interior of a Notable Home

Gadames, Libya - Interior of a Notable Home
Ghadames - an oasis town in the Nalut District of the Tripolitania region in northwestern Libya - Interior of a Notable Home. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: A dinner party, China

A dinner party, China - five men around a rather small octagonal table eating bowls of rice. Date: circa 1908

Background imageLavish Collection: By Request! by H. M. Bateman

By Request! by H. M. Bateman
A couple eat a lavish meal in a restaurant as a violinist plays furiously in the gallery above. Date: 1917

Background imageLavish Collection: Imperial Hotel, Russell Square, London

Imperial Hotel, Russell Square, London
Imperial Hotel (demolished in 1966), Russell Square, London Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLavish Collection: Wing of the Duomo and Tower of St. Gottardo, Milan, Italy

Wing of the Duomo and Tower of St. Gottardo, Milan, Italy Date: 1927

Background imageLavish Collection: Baden Wurttemberg, Neresheim: Ceiling painting

Baden Wurttemberg, Neresheim: Ceiling painting
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Neresheim: Ceiling painting in the Abbey church. Date: 2014

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Boat Deck - Funnels

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Boat Deck - Funnels. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Childrens Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Childrens Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - En Suite Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - En Suite Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Smoking Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Smoking Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Dining Saloon and Dome

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Dining Saloon and Dome. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Dining Saloon

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Dining Saloon. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Music Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Music Room
The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class Music and Drawing Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class State Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Second Class State Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Verandah Cafe

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Verandah Cafe. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Saloon Lounge

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Saloon Lounge Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Saloon Smoking Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Saloon Smoking Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Regal Suite Bedroom

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Regal Suite Bedroom. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Regal Suite Dining Room

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Regal Suite Dining Room. Date: 1922

Background imageLavish Collection: The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Writing Room / Library

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Writing Room / Library
The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Writing Room and Library. Date: 1922



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