Garter Collection

Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth
Her Majesty Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms (1926-2022). Date: 1955

King George VI - fine photographic portrait
A very fine photographic portrait of King George VI (1895-1952) - King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Commonwealth. Date: circa 1939

H. R. H. Prince Albert, the Prince Consort (oil on canvas)
XCR27151 H.R.H. Prince Albert, the Prince Consort (oil on canvas) by Lucas, John (1807-74); The Crown Estate; (add.info.: Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61) husband of Queen Victoria; ); English

Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh, 1954
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh pictured together in the Grand Entrance in Buckingham Palace in 1954

Great Orders of Knighthood and other high decorations
Insignia of the chief orders following in importance that of the Garter. The ribbons are represented by the backgrounds, except in the Order of Merit, and that of the Companions of Honour. Date: 1937

Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh, 1954
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh pictured together in the Grand Entrance in Buckingham Palace in 1954

Officers of Arms of the Heralds College, 1952
Participants in the Coronation Ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II. The Officers of Arms of the Heralds College (l to r): Bluemantle, J A Frere; Windsor Herald, R P Graham-Vivian; Richmond Herald

King Charles II in Garter Robes (oil on canvas)
465948 King Charles II in Garter Robes (oil on canvas) by Lely, Peter (1618-80); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Charles II (29 May 1630 - 6 February 1685) was king of England

King Edward VIII as Admiral of the Fleet by John St. Helier
King Edward VIII (1894-1972), later Duke of Windsor, painted by John St. Helier Lander in the robes of Admiral of the Fleet and as Sovereign of The Order of the Garter

French maid taking a break and enjoying a cigarette before her next duty calls.... Date: 1910s

PUTNEY, London
The Star & Garter, a riverside pub at Putney

Garter ceremony, St. Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Order of the Garter
The Order of the GARTER, and its insignia

Boy Scout Uniform and Badges, 1944. Creator: Kenneth Brookes
Boy Scout Uniform and Badges, 1944. Patrol leaders hat badge; scarf of troop colour; all-round cords for six badges; staff of shoulder height

The Royal Coat of Arms of King George V. Arms: Quarterly, first and fourth, gules three lions passant guardant in pale or, (England); second or, a lion rampant within a tressure flory counter-flory

Advert for The Boston mens sock garter 1930
For business wear. Men, fastidious with regard to their personal appearence, invaribably wera the Boston Garter. This represents efficiency and security with supreme comfort. Date: 1930

Arrested by an undercover police officer
An undercover female police officer springs her Honey Trap on an unsuspecting criminal, who goes from a jolly evening with a fetching lady to staring down the barrel of a revolver!

Queen Mary, c. 1911
Photographic portrait of Queen Mary, previously Princess May of Teck (1867-1953), pictured c.1911, wearing robes of the Order of the Garter

King Ferdinand of Bulgaria
King Ferdinand I of Bulgaria(1861-1948). Date: circa 1909

Mr Grahams balloon ascent, Kew Bridge
Poster advertising Aerostation. Mr Grahams Sixteenth Ascent from the gardens of the Star & Garter Tavern, Kew Bridge, London. Date: 4 April 1825

English Court Dress C16
Nobleman & Knight of the Order of the Garter at the court of Queen Elizabeth I. N.B trunk- hose, canions, peascod-bellied doublets, ruffs, cloaks, copotain hat, gowns, flat cap

Bagshot Park, Surrey, Intended Residence of HRH the Duke of Connaught, KG (engraving)
2774139 Bagshot Park, Surrey, Intended Residence of HRH the Duke of Connaught, KG (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bagshot Park, Surrey)

Swordsman, Le Bravo, 16th century. In black helmet and eye mask, short cape over doublet with lace collar
5912940 Swordsman, Le Bravo, 16th century. In black helmet and eye mask, short cape over doublet with lace collar, hose with garter ribbons, slashed shoes. Sword and dagger hanging from belt

Knights of the Garter (engraving)
8630889 Knights of the Garter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knights of the Garter)

Father with his two daughters for an advertisement for garters (fixed socks and garter belt), 1916. Colour engraving
NWI4828302 Father with his two daughters for an advertisement for garters (fixed socks and garter belt), 1916. Colour engraving.; (add.info)

Ornaments of the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies, including garters
FLO4621591 Ornaments of the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies, including garters and body paint of roucou or achiote dye

Game of the Garter. Doll's alphabet. Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson by Louis Vagne, c.1900 (lithograph)
DUV4201761 Game of the Garter. Doll's alphabet. Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson by Louis Vagne, c.1900 (lithograph); 31.5x24.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Duvallon.

The Countess of Salisbury losing her garter dancing at a court ball, for King Edward II to pick up
FLO4622983 The Countess of Salisbury losing her garter dancing at a court ball, for King Edward II to pick up. The origin of the Order of the Garter, founded in 1348

19th Century Garter Jewel
3520707 19th Century Garter Jewel; (add.info.: 19th Century garter jewel presented to Benjamin Disraeli.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The King's Colour (colour photo)
8668588 The King's Colour (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King's Colour)

Cover of " L'Indiscret", Satirique en N & B, 1902_9_3: Fashion - Women - Illustration by H
ICA4937775 Cover of " L'Indiscret", Satirique en N & B, 1902_9_3: Fashion - Women - Illustration by H. Gerbault (1863-1930); (add.info.: Cover of " L'Indiscret")

19th Century Garter Jewel
3520706 19th Century Garter Jewel; (add.info.: 19th Century garter jewel presented to Benjamin Disraeli.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Men of the Island Carib or Kalinago people. The wear loincloths, armlets, garters, tattoos and nose piercings
FLO4621632 Men of the Island Carib or Kalinago people. The wear loincloths, armlets, garters, tattoos and nose piercings. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrrario's

Lady Tying her Garter, 1810. Creator: Alexander Lauréus
Lady Tying her Garter, 1810

Crops, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Crops, 19th century

Costumes de Différents Pays, Homme de la Baÿe de Norton, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Homme de la Baye de Norton, c1797

Costumes de Différent Pays, Paysan des Environs de Limoge, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Different Pays, Paysan des Environs de Limoge, c1797

Costumes de Différent Pays, Paysan de L'Angoumois, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Different Pays, Paysan de L'Angoumois, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Homme de la Foret Noire, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Homme de la Foret Noire, c1797

Costumes de Différent Pays, Jeune Paysan des Environs de Limoge, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Different Pays, Jeune Paysan des Environs de Limoge, c1797

La Grande Femme à la fourrure, assise, 1878. Creator: Félicien Rops
La Grande Femme a la fourrure, assise, 1878

La Coup de la jarretière, between circa 1875 and circa 1880. Creator: Unknown
La Coup de la jarretiere, between circa 1875 and circa 1880

The Emperor's New Clothes, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Emperor's New Clothes, [193-]. WPA Federal Theatre Presents "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Charlotte Chorpenning - Heckscher Theatre - A Children's Theatre Production'

The Emperor's New Clothes, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Emperor's New Clothes, [193-]. WPA Federal Theatre Presents "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Charlotte Chorpenning - Majestic Theatre - A Children's Theatre Production'

Belt Buckle, c. 1937. Creator: Lyman Young
Belt Buckle, c. 1937

Ankle Band or Garters, c. 1937. Creator: Lyman Young
Ankle Band or Garters, c. 1937

Apparel - Habitant de la Province de Wermeland, (c1800s). Creator: Carl Wilhelm Swedman
Apparel - Habitant de la Province de Wermeland, (c1800s)

Zyryanka. Votyachka. Votyak. Zyryanin, 1862. Creator: Karl Fiale
Zyryanka. Votyachka. Votyak. Zyryanin, 1862. Sheet 38 from the album "Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie", volume 1

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"An Emblem of Prestige and Tradition: The Illustrious Garter" The garter, a symbol steeped in history and regal significance, holds a place of honor within the United Kingdom's rich heritage. From Queen Elizabeth II to King George VI, this captivating accessory has adorned the legs of esteemed individuals throughout time. Intricately woven into the tapestry of royal life, the garter is not merely an article of clothing but a testament to power and prestige. A fine photographic portrait captures King George VI donning his garter with grace and dignity, showcasing its elegance as it encircles his leg. Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh stand together in 1954, their matching garters serving as a visual representation of their unbreakable bond. H. R. H Prince Albert, known as the Prince Consort, immortalized on canvas wearing his own garter serves as a reminder that even those closest to royalty are honored by this timeless tradition. From bustling streets like Putney in London to grand ceremonies held at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, Berkshire; the allure of the garter transcends geographical boundaries. It evokes images of pomp and circumstance while paying homage to centuries-old rituals. Not limited solely to British monarchs or nobility alone; even high-ranking military figures such as King Edward VIII proudly display their affiliation with prestigious orders through their adorned garters. Officers from Heralds College also bear witness to this noble tradition through their meticulously crafted attire. As one delves deeper into its history, it becomes apparent that being bestowed with an Order of the Garter is no small feat. Reserved for those who have achieved greatness or displayed unwavering loyalty towards crown and country; these great orders serve as beacons guiding society towards excellence. Yet amidst all its grandeur lies moments where simplicity intertwines with opulence.