Pearls Collection (#53)

Cornelia and her Jewels (oil on canvas)
XIR365023 Cornelia and her Jewels (oil on canvas) by Bijlert or Bylert, Jan van (1603-71); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans, France; (add.info.: Cornelia (c.190-100 BC)

Girl Caressing a Fawn
BAL35775 Girl Caressing a Fawn by Maes, Nicolaes (1634-93); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Fillette caressant un faon; caresser; petite fille; ); Dutch, out of copyright

Marguerite de Valois (1553-1615) Queen of Navarre, known as Queen Margot, aged 17
XIR346331 Marguerite de Valois (1553-1615) Queen of Navarre, known as Queen Margot, aged 17, 1570 (oil on panel) by Clouet

Portrait of a lady, 1782 (oil on canvas)
XIR341914 Portrait of a lady, 1782 (oil on canvas) by Colson, Jean Francois (1733-1803); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: portrait de femme; ); French

Marie de Medici, 1622 (oil on canvas)
XBP340100 Marie de Medici, 1622 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 130x108 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Marie de Medici (1573-1642) Queen of France

Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, 1762 (oil on canvas)
XPH330472 Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, 1762 (oil on canvas) by Ramsay, Allan (1713-84) (studio of); 148x108 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

Queen Mary at Kensington Palace, engraved for Harrisons Edition of Rapin, published
XJF324331 Queen Mary at Kensington Palace, engraved for Harrisons Edition of Rapin, published 8th January 1785 (engraving) by Kneller

Girl holding a doll in an interior with a maid sweeping behind (oil on canvas)
BAL31909 Girl holding a doll in an interior with a maid sweeping behind (oil on canvas) by Colyer or Collier, Edwaert (c.1640-c.1707); Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Henrietta Maria of France, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825
KW310250 Henrietta Maria of France, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Justina van Teylingen, 1616 (oil on panel) (see 307901 for pair)
BAL307902 Portrait of Justina van Teylingen, 1616 (oil on panel) (see 307901 for pair) by Voort, Cornelis van der (b.c.1576-1624); 114.9x84.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of a lady in a red dress, 1691
BAL77046 Portrait of a lady in a red dress, 1691 by Wilt, Thomas van der (1659-1733); 53.5x44.5 cm; Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Infanta Catalina Micaela, Duchess of Savoy (1567-97), daughter of Philip II of Spain
XAM71625 Infanta Catalina Micaela, Duchess of Savoy (1567-97), daughter of Philip II of Spain (1556-98) and Isabella of Valois (1545-68), married Charles Emmanuel, Duke of Savoy, 1585 by Anguissola

2920807; out of copyright

2920806; out of copyright

Portrait of Catharina Behaghel, 1635 (oil on canvas)
XOS2909723 Portrait of Catharina Behaghel, 1635 (oil on canvas) by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); 152u118 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Wife of Rogier Le Witer)

Portrait of the Empress Isabella of Portugal, 1548
XIR61237 Portrait of the Empress Isabella of Portugal, 1548 by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright

The Duchess of San Carlos (oil on canvas)
XIR426270 The Duchess of San Carlos (oil on canvas) by Lopez y Portana, Vicente (1772-1850); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Duchesse de San Carlos; ); Spanish, out of copyright

Portrait of a Woman (oil on canvas)
XIR426220 Portrait of a Woman (oil on canvas) by Cittadini, Pier Francesco (1616-81); 115x91 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen

Marie de Medici (1573-1642) (oil on canvas)
XIR39052 Marie de Medici (1573-1642) (oil on canvas) by Pourbus, Frans II (1569/70-1622) (studio of); 76x60 cm; Chateau de Versailles, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Anne Ingram, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume V
KW287994 Anne Ingram, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume V, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Portrait presumed to be Francoise d Orleans Rothelin, Princess of Conde, 1550 oil on panel)
XIR287240 Portrait presumed to be Francoise d Orleans Rothelin, Princess of Conde, 1550 oil on panel) (b/w photo) by Clouet

Mary Queen of Scots, 1559 (pencil on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR287001 Mary Queen of Scots, 1559 (pencil on paper) (b/w photo) by Clouet, Francois (c.1510-72); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Marie Stuart)

Princess Alexandrina Victoria of Saxe-Coburg, engraved by J
KW285360 Princess Alexandrina Victoria of Saxe-Coburg, engraved by J. Cochran, from National Portrait Gallery, volume IV, published c.1820 (litho) by Hayter

Anne Clifford, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume III
KW287929 Anne Clifford, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume III, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Mary Herbert, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume II
KW287908 Mary Herbert, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume II, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Lady Margaret Russell, engraved by Bocquet, illustration from A catalogue of Royal
KW287904 Lady Margaret Russell, engraved by Bocquet, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, Volume II, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Queen Mary II, engraved by Bocquet, illustration from A catalogue of Royal
KW287900 Queen Mary II, engraved by Bocquet, illustration from A catalogue of Royal and Noble Authors, published in 1806 (litho) by English School

Countess of Kildare, from Characters Illustrious in British History, by Richard Earlom
XJF275517 Countess of Kildare, from Characters Illustrious in British History, by Richard Earlom and Charles Turner, 1815 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Portrait of Lady Denham, from Characters Illustrious in British History
XJF275505 Portrait of Lady Denham, from Characters Illustrious in British History, by Richard Earlom and Charles Turner, 1815 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Portrait of Lady Viscountess Falkland, from Characters Illustrious in British History
XJF275502 Portrait of Lady Viscountess Falkland, from Characters Illustrious in British History, by Richard Earlom and Charles Turner, 1815 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Portrait of Henrietta Anne, Duchess of Orleans, from Characters Illustrious
XJF275090 Portrait of Henrietta Anne, Duchess of Orleans, from Characters Illustrious in British History, by Richard Earlom and Charles Turner, 1815 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Elizabeth Leveson Gower, engraved by S. Freeman, from The National Portrait Gallery
KW285313 Elizabeth Leveson Gower, engraved by S. Freeman, from The National Portrait Gallery, Volume II, published c.1820 (litho) by Phillips

Princess Alexandrina Victoria of Saxe-Coburg, engraved by Thomas Woolnoth (1785-1857)
KW272969 Princess Alexandrina Victoria of Saxe-Coburg, engraved by Thomas Woolnoth (1785-1857), from National Portrait Gallery, volume IV, published c.1835 (litho) by Stewart

Princess Adelaide of Saxe-Coburg Meiningen, engraved by H
KW272968 Princess Adelaide of Saxe-Coburg Meiningen, engraved by H.R. Cook (fl.1813-47), from National Portrait Gallery, volume IV, published c.1835 (litho) by Dawe

Elizabeth I drawn by W. Derby and engraved by T. A. Dean (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF265859 Elizabeth I drawn by W.Derby and engraved by T.A.Dean (litho) (b/w photo) by Oliver, Isaac (c.1565-1617) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth I (1533-1603)

Lorelei and Dorothy, illustration from But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes by Anita Loos
KW272904 Lorelei and Dorothy, illustration from But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes by Anita Loos, published in 1928 (litho) by Barton, Ralph (1891-1931); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; American

Portrait presumed to be Marie de Rabutin-Chantal (1626-97) Marquise de Sevigne (oil
XIR243476 Portrait presumed to be Marie de Rabutin-Chantal (1626-97) Marquise de Sevigne (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Blois, France; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Maria Leszczynska, Queen of France and Navarre (oil on canvas)
XIR243463 Portrait of Maria Leszczynska, Queen of France and Navarre (oil on canvas) by Loo, Carle van (1705-65); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans, France; (add.info.: Marie Leczinska (1703-68)

The Cheat with the Ace of Diamonds, detail depicting the two women, c. 1635-40 (oil on canvas)
XIR242476 The Cheat with the Ace of Diamonds, detail depicting the two women, c.1635-40 (oil on canvas) (detail of 90053) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); Louvre, Paris

Marie-Clotilde Therese Louise (1843-1911) Princess of Savoy, 1860 (oil on canvas)
XIR237915 Marie-Clotilde Therese Louise (1843-1911) Princess of Savoy, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Herbert or Hebert, Antoine Auguste Ernest (1817-1908); 217x152 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Mademoiselle Mars (1779-1847) (litho)
KW237023 Mademoiselle Mars (1779-1847) (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright

Young girl at a fountain, 1662 (oil on canvas)
BAL234927 Young girl at a fountain, 1662 (oil on canvas) by Maes, Nicolaes (1634-93); Private Collection; Courtesy of Thomas Brod and Patrick Pilkington; Dutch, out of copyright

Melanie de Bussiere, Countess of Pourtales, 1897 (oil on canvas)
XIR232651 Melanie de Bussiere, Countess of Pourtales, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Herbert or Hebert, Antoine Auguste Ernest (1817-1908); Musee Hebert, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Marguerite de Valois (1553-1615) (litho)
KW232435 Marguerite de Valois (1553-1615) (litho) by French School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hortense de Beauharnais (1783-1837) (oil on canvas)
XIR230132 Hortense de Beauharnais (1783-1837) (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); 65x54.5 cm; Musee National du Chateau de Malmaison, Rueil-Malmaison

The Infanta Isabel Clara Eugenia (1566-1633) with the Dwarf, Magdalena Ruiz, c. 1580
XIR228540 The Infanta Isabel Clara Eugenia (1566-1633) with the Dwarf, Magdalena Ruiz, c.1580 (oil on canvas) by Sanchez Coello, Alonso (c.1531-88) (after); 207x129 cm; Prado, Madrid

Portrait of Caroline Bonaparte, Queen of Naples (oil on canvas)
XIR228251 Portrait of Caroline Bonaparte, Queen of Naples (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); 77.6x62.4 cm; Fondation Dosne-Thiers (Musee Frederic Masson) Paris

Susanna Hope (detail of 1194)
BAL227123 Susanna Hope (detail of 1194) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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"Pearls: Timeless Elegance and Royal Splendor" Pearls, the epitome of timeless elegance, have adorned the necks and wrists of queens throughout history. From Elizabeth I to Queen Elizabeth II, these lustrous gems have been a symbol of power, beauty, and regal grace. In portraits like "The Armada Portrait" and "Elizabeth I, " we see the majestic Queen Elizabeth I bedecked in pearls. These precious jewels were not only a fashion statement but also a representation of her wealth and authority. The intricate details captured by artists like George Gower showcase the opulence associated with pearls during that era. Centuries later, another queen would continue this tradition. Queen Elizabeth II has often been seen wearing pearl jewelry on various occasions. In photographs such as "Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral, " we witness her effortless style combined with the understated sophistication that pearls bring. But it's not just royalty who appreciate these treasures from the sea; they captivate artists too. Johannes Vermeer immortalized them in his masterpiece "Girl with a Pearl Earring. " The enigmatic gaze of this young girl adorned with a single pearl earring continues to mesmerize art enthusiasts worldwide. Beyond their association with monarchs and masterpieces, pearls hold sentimental value for many individuals. Whether it be an oyster shell housing an artificial pearl or cherished heirlooms passed down through generations like those worn by HM Queen Mary or Princess Elizabeth (later Queen), each pearl carries its own story. As we admire these gleaming orbs delicately strung together into necklaces or adorning royal crowns and scepters, let us remember that beyond their aesthetic appeal lies symbolism - purity, wisdom, femininity - qualities that transcend time itself. So next time you catch sight of a luminous pearl glistening under soft light or feel its smooth surface against your skin, remember its connection to powerful women who have left an indelible mark on history.