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Blue Ribbon Collection

"Captivating in Blue: A Journey through History and Elegance" In a close-up of a gondolier's straw hat, adorned with a delicate blue ribbon

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Blue Ribbon Collection: Close-up of gondoliers straw hat and blue ribbon
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of Rowland Bloxam, nephew to Sir Thomas Lawrence. Chubby boy in dress tied with blue ribbon
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Opening the New 'Edinburgh'Dock at Leith, the Steamer Berlin, with the Duke of Edinburgh on Board
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Sophia Drake, 1784 (oil on canvas)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of a Lady (pastel)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Omnia Vanitas
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Robin with message and flowers, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: A Ball at Theropia (engraving)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Sarah Barrett (c. 1777--1834) (oil on canvas)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Children and cherubs pulling basket of flowers, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Edwardian lady (coloured chalks on paper)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Sara in a Large Flowered Hat, Looking Right, Holding Her Dog, c. 1901 (pastel on paper)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Isabella Seymour Conway, Viscountess Beauchamp, later Marchioness of Hertford, c
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of Margaret Hazlitt, Sister of William Hazlitt
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Blue Ribbon Collection: The Reverie, engraved by Augrand, c. 1816 (coloured engraving)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Blue ribbon winner horsewoman (litho)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Advertising chromos, cut to size according to the contours of the represented drawings
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of a Woman, 1897 (oil on canvas)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: The Americas Cup (b / w photo)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of Henry Bloxam, nephew to Sir Thomas Lawrence. Boy in dress with blue ribbon
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Pattern of Grandmas Blue Ribbon Cookies
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait Johan Maurits 1604-79 count Nassau-Siegen
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of a Girl
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Diana Sturt, later Lady Milner, 1800-05
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Blue Ribbon Collection: The Love Letter
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of a young girl, c. 1750 (pastel on paper)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Young Girl, 1744 (pastel on paper)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of Mrs. Benwell, engraved by W Ward (coloured engraving)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Portrait of Madame Balzac, c. 1798 (oil on canvas)
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Blue Ribbon Collection: Dona Maria Antonia Gonzaga (1735-1801) Marquesa de Villafranca (oil on canvas)

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"Captivating in Blue: A Journey through History and Elegance" In a close-up of a gondolier's straw hat, adorned with a delicate blue ribbon, we are transported to the enchanting canals of Venice. The vibrant hues of Buonaparte's arrival, just 48 hours after landing in 1803, come alive in a hand-coloured engraving by Hannah Humphrey. A chubby boy named Rowland Bloxam captures our attention as he poses proudly in his dress tied with a charming blue ribbon. This hand-tinted engraving by Frederick Christian Lewis beautifully portrays the innocence and joy of childhood. The excitement continues as we witness the grand opening of the "Edinburgh" Dock at Leith. The Steamer Berlin sails through, cutting the symbolic blue ribbon while carrying none other than the Duke of Edinburgh himself. An awe-inspiring moment captured forever in an exquisite engraving. Moving forward, we encounter Sophia Drake's captivating portrait from 1784. Her piercing gaze and elegant attire draw us into her world where beauty knows no bounds. A lady painted delicately with pastels reminds us that even soft strokes can create lasting impressions. Omnia Vanitas whispers its message as we delve deeper into art's allure—a reminder that all is vanity but also an invitation to appreciate life's fleeting moments. Miss Bennett graces us with her presence through an ethereal pastel on paper; her timeless grace transcends generations. A robin bearing messages and flowers brings warmth to our hearts during Christmas time—an endearing scene immortalized on a chromolitho Christmas card. And then there is "A Ball at Theropia, " an engraved glimpse into opulence and merriment where elegance dances hand-in-hand with celebration. Finally, Sarah Barrett captivates us with her oil-on-canvas masterpiece—a testament to artistic brilliance that stands tall throughout history. Her portrayal showcases not only technical skill but also the depth of emotion that art can evoke.