Peeress Collection

Lady Delamere in her Coronation outfit
Lady Delamere (1906 - 1979), formerly Ruth Mary Clarisse Ashley (sister of Edwina Ashley, Countess Mountbatten) wearing one of the new robes for peeresses designed by Norman Hartnell for

The Duchess of Westminster, WW1
Constance Edwina (n饠 Cornwallis West), Duchess of Westminster (later Mrs James Fitzpatrick Lewes) (died 1970), First wife of 2nd Duke of Westminster. Known as Shelagh

Elizabeth, Countess of Northumberland, Elizabeth Percy, nee Seymour, Duchess of Northumberland and 2nd Baroness Percy
2963142 Elizabeth, Countess of Northumberland, Elizabeth Percy, nee Seymour, Duchess of Northumberland and 2nd Baroness Percy, 1716 - 1776. British peeress

Philippa Fendall Stewart, nee Wendell, Countess of Galloway, pictured in the robes and tiara she wore for the coronation of King George VI in 1937. Date: 1937

The Most Noble The Marchioness of Stafford, 1848. Creator: Eden Upton Eddis
The Most Noble The Marchioness of Stafford, 1848. Portrait of Anne Sutherland-Levenson-Gower (1829-1888, nee Hay-Mackenzie, Countess of Cromartie), Duchess of Sutherland and Marchioness of Stafford

Lady Acheson, nee Mildred Carter
Mildred Acheson, Countess of Gosford (1888-1965) was an American socialite, here depicted on the occasion of her wedding to Lord Archibald Acheson

The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava, 1888. Creator: Unknown
The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Olive May (nee Olive Mary Meatyard), Countess of Drogheda (1886 - 1947)
Olive May (ne Olive Mary Meatyard), Countess of Drogheda (1886 - 1947), Actress; former wife of Lord Victor Paget, and later wife of 10th Earl of Drogheda

Portrait of Catherine Compton (d. 1784) Countess of Egmont
LST203743 Portrait of Catherine Compton (d.1784) Countess of Egmont and her Eldest Son Charles Perceval (b.1756) 1758 (oil on canvas) by Hudson

Mary Curzon (b / w photo)
820916 Mary Curzon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Curzon (1870-1906). British-American peeress and Vicereine of India

A Peeress of the Realm (chromolitho)
2776235 A Peeress of the Realm (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Peeress of the Realm)

His Grace the Duke of Northumberland and Her Grace the Duchess of Northumberland (engraving)
964922 His Grace the Duke of Northumberland and Her Grace the Duchess of Northumberland (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Isabella Dutchess of Grafton (engraving)
961546 Isabella Dutchess of Grafton (engraving) by Wissing, Willem (1656-87) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isabella Dutchess of Grafton (1668-1722)

Lady Mary Victoria Leiter Curzon, 1901. Creator: Franz von Lenbach
Lady Mary Victoria Leiter Curzon, 1901

Miss Foote, c19th century, (1903). Artist: Charles Picart
Miss Foote. After G. Clint. From The Connoisseur Vol. VI [Otto Limited, London, 1903.]

Daisy, Countess of Warwick at Mrs Adairs Fancy Dress Ball
Frances Evelyn Daisy Greville, Countess of Warwick (1861 - 1938), society beauty, and mistress to King Edward VII. Pictured here dressed in costume, as Semiramis

Lady Helen Vincent at Princes Skating Club
Helen Venetia Vincent, Viscountess D Abernon (n饠 Duncombe) (18661954), British peeress, socialite and diarist. Lady D Abernon, a noted society beauty of her day

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Elizabeth Leveson Gower Duchess And 19Th Countess Of Sutherland 1765 To 1839 Scottish Peeress Artist And Reformer Engraved Bys Freeman After T Phillips From The Book The National Portrait Gallery

The Countess of Haddington with Scottish terriers
Sarah Baillie-Hamilton, Lady Haddington (nee Cook), pictured at a dogs bazaar held in the Music Hall, Edinburgh carrying two Scottish terriers. Date: 1929

Laldy Seafield and Mr Derek Studley Herbert
Newly married Lady Seafield - Nina Caroline Studley-Herbert, 12th Countess of Seafield (17 April 1906 30 September 1969) and her husband, Derek Studley Herbert. The couple divorced in 1950

Lady Curzon of Kedleston
Mary Victoria Curzon, Baroness Curzon of Kedleston (n饠 Carver)(1870 1906), British peeress of American background who was Vicereine of India, as the wife of Lord Curzon of Kedleston

The Countess of Lisburne, 1915
Our first Chilean peeress: the Countess of Lisburne(-1944). Formerly Mlle Regina Bittencourt, eldest daughter of the minister of the Chilean Legation to London

Viscountess Curzon by Madame Yevonde
Viscountess Curzon (1887-1962) by Madame Yevonde. She married her cousin, Viscount Curzon (Francis Curzon, 5th Earl Howe), MP for Battersea South

Sketch cover, Lady D Abernon as an anaesthetist, WW1
Front cover of The Sketch magazine featuring a portrait of Helen Venetia Vincent, Viscountess D Abernon (nÚÑáDuncombe) (18661954), British peeress, socialite and diarist

Lady Herbert Davis-Goff in nursing uniform, WW1
Lady (Herbert) David-Goff of Glenville, Waterford pictured in uniform in 1918, when she was working at the Waterford branch of the Irish War Hospital Supply Depot where all kinds of bandages

Lady Rosabelle Brand and Miss Rose Bingham
Lady Rosabelle Brand, daughter of the Earl of Rosslyn pictured with her daughter, Miss Rose Bingham (later to become a society beauty and Countess of Warwick)

Lady Drogheda and her children, 1916
The Countess of Drogheda, born Kathleen Moore Pelham Burn married the 10th Earl of Drogheda in 1909 and divorced him in 1922 to marry Guillemo Delanda a polo player

Duchess of Sutherland playing tennis in aid of war charity
The Duchess of Sutherland, formerly Lady Eileen Butler, eldest daughter of Lord and Lady Lanesborough, taking part in a tennis tournament at Surbiton, organised in aid of war funds

Official styles of hairdressing for the 1937 Coronation
Examples of hair styles for the coming Coronation season on display at the Mayfair hotel organised by the Incorporated Guild of Hairdressers

Elizabeth Gunning, Duchess of Hamilton and Duchess of Argyll, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
XYC203422 Elizabeth Gunning, Duchess of Hamilton and Duchess of Argyll, c.1760 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 239x147.25 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Peeress Tricorne Hat
A tricorne hat, made from black velour to be worn by the life peeresses in the House of Lords. Designed by Ede and Ravenscroft the robe-makers

New Life Peers 1958
Page from The Sphere depicting the first life peers arriving at the House of Lords for the traditional ceremony of introducing barons to the House of Lords

Life Peeress Takes Oath
The first of the life peeresses, Baroness Swanborough, takes the oath on October 21 1958 in the House of Lords

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"Captivating Peeresses: A Glimpse into the Lives of Extraordinary Women" Lady Delamere in her Coronation outfit: Witness the elegance and regal charm of Lady Delamere as she dons her exquisite Coronation attire, a symbol of her noble lineage. The Duchess of Westminster, WW1: Amidst the chaos of World War I, the Duchess of Westminster stands as a beacon of strength and resilience, showcasing her unwavering dedication to serving her country. Lady Acheson, nee Mildred Carter: Discover the captivating story behind Lady Acheson (formerly known as Mildred Carter), whose journey from humble beginnings to becoming a peeress is an inspiration to all aspiring women. Daisy, Countess of Warwick at Mrs Adairs Fancy Dress Ball: Step into a world filled with glamour and extravagance as Daisy, Countess of Warwick graces Mrs Adair's Fancy Dress Ball with her enchanting presence and impeccable style. Lady Helen Vincent at Princes Skating Club: Join Lady Helen Vincent on an icy adventure at Princes Skating Club where she effortlessly glides across the rink, epitomizing grace and poise in every movement. Philippa Fendall Stewart, nee Wendell, Countess of Galloway: Uncover the remarkable tale behind Philippa Fendall Stewart (formerly Wendell) - a woman who defied societal norms to become not only a countess but also an influential figure in shaping history. Laldy Seafield and Mr Derek Studley Herbert: Explore an extraordinary friendship between Laldy Seafield and Mr Derek Studley Herbert that transcends social boundaries while celebrating their shared passion for philanthropy and cultural pursuits. The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava, 1888.