Ava Collection

Lord Dufferin, 8th Viceroy of India
Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood, 1st Marquess of Dufferin and Ava (1826-1902), 8th Viceroy of India, 1884-1888. He previously served as Governor General of Canada

USA, Washington, Walla Walla. Lavender fields border the vineyards of a Maurice Cellars and Walla Walla Vintners in Walla Walla

AVA GARDNER (1922-1990). American cinema actress

Lady Dufferin, Wife of 8th Viceroy of India
Hariot Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood, Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava (Lady Dufferin, 1843-1936), wife of Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood, 1st Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, 8th Viceroy of India

Ava Gardner, American actress, 20th century. Artist: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Ava Gardner, American actress, 20th century. Ava Gardners cinematic career began in 1941, but she did not become a star until she appeared opposite Burt Lancaster in The Killers in 1946

Frederick Dufferin Vf 70
FREDERICK TEMPLE HAMILTON-TEMPLE BLACKWOOD 1st MARQUIS OF DUFFERIN & AVA British diplomat and administrator Date: 1826 - 1902

Five different Pinot Noir clones make up this newly-planted Ponzi vineyard on Mountain Home Road in Washington County near Scholls, Oregon, USA

Land Army 1941
Two former mill workers, sisters Ava and Blanche Horn, (" first Bevin girls" - Land Army conscripts & volunteers) are photographed in London enroute for the south

Box made during the Konbaung period
5304601 Box made during the Konbaung period.; (add.info.: 1800 -1855, Konbaung period, Box made from gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)

Box made during the Konbaung period (photo)
5304599 Box made during the Konbaung period (photo); (add.info.: 1800 -1855, Konbaung period, Box made from gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)

Box made during the Konbaung period (gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)
5304603 Box made during the Konbaung period (gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies); (add.info.: 1800 -1855, Konbaung period, Box made from gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)

Amarapura Palace, throne room of King Bodawpaya, Emperor of Burma. Reception of the British mission led by Michael
FLO4624037 Amarapura Palace, throne room of King Bodawpaya, Emperor of Burma. Reception of the British mission led by Michael Symes, 1795

Ava Lowle Willing, Lady Ribblesdale (1868-1958), American socialite, wife of Thomas Lister, 4th Baron Ribblesdale. late 19th century

Wood-carving at Bagaya Monastery, Inwa (Ava), Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Rice field near Bagaya monastery, Inwa (Ava), Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Reflection of ancient temple near Bagaya monastery, Inwa (Ava), Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Entrance to pagoda at Yadana Hsemee Pagoda complex, Inwa (Ava), Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Maha Sutaungpyae Htihlaingshin Pagoda against clear sky, Inwa (Ava), Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery (AKA Me Nu Brick Monastery) against clear sky, Inwa (Ava), Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Ava Gardner, American film actress Date: 1950

Lady Dufferin & Ava with son
Maureen, Lady Dufferin (1907-1998) with her son (1938-1988), Sheridan Dufferin, who went on to become a patron of the arts. Date: 1939

Linus Pauling, American chemist, peace activist and writer
Linus Carl Pauling (1901-1994), American chemist, peace activist, author and educator, winner of two Nobel Prizes, one for Chemistry in 1954 and one for Peace in 1962

Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava talking the the Hon. Charles Winn at the Primrose League Ball. Date: 1936

DDE-90026095
Australia, South Australia, Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf. Mechanical harvester working in a Nepenthe Winery owned vineyard. Date: 28/01/2006

The British Expedition to Upper Burmah (engraving)
1623070 The British Expedition to Upper Burmah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Expedition to Upper Burmah)

Method of catching wild elephants using lassos in Burma. Adapted from an illustration in Michael Symes Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava

Court women of Burma in ceremonial dress. Servant bowing, chief counsellor or woongees wife with fan, privy counsellor or attawoons wife, and counsellor or woondocs wife with fan

Imperial yacht and a Birman war-boat
Royal golden boat or imperial yacht for ceremonial occasions (Shoepaundogee), and a Birman war-boat. From Michael Symes Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava

Stupa of Shwemawdaw Pagoda, Bago, Myanmar (Shoemadoo, the great temple at Pegue, Burma). Adapted from Michael Symes An Account of an Embassy in the Kingdom of Ava

A kioum or Buddhist monastery in Burma. After an illustration in Michael Symes Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava

Image of Buddha in Bengal and Birman Gautama
Image of Buddha in Bengal, and image of Birman Gautama Buddha in a temple in Amarapura. Adapted from Michael Symes Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava

Kayan people, Cassay cavalry and Birman peasant
Man and woman of the Kayan mountain tribe, Cassay elite cavalryman of the Burmese imperial guard, and Birman peasant with sword and shield

Amarapura Palace, throne room of King Bodawpaya, Emperor of Burma. Reception of the British mission led by Michael Symes, 1795

Ava (colour litho)
3648879 Ava (colour litho) by Kelly, Robert George Talbot (1861-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ava. Illustration for Burma painted and described by R Talbot Kelly (A&C Black)

Lady Terence Blackwood (nee Miss Davis)
Florence (nÚÑáDavis), Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava (later Countess Howe) when Lady Terence Blackwood, daughter of John H. Davis of New York. Date: 1895

The Marquis of Dufferin and Ava in his Study (b / w photo)
1606018 The Marquis of Dufferin and Ava in his Study (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marquis of Dufferin and Ava in his Study)

The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava (engraving)
1592103 The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava)

Walmer Castle, the New Lord Warden (engraving)
1603327 Walmer Castle, the New Lord Warden (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walmer Castle, the New Lord Warden)

The Rt Hon the Marquis of Dufferin and Ava (b / w photo)
736317 The Rt Hon the Marquis of Dufferin and Ava (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rt Hon the Marquis of Dufferin and Ava)

The Earl of Dufferin (b / w photo)
815988 The Earl of Dufferin (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Dufferin, Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood (1826-1902)

Le palais du roi et l elephant blanc (engraving)
2814368 Le palais du roi et l elephant blanc (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le palais du roi et l elephant blanc)

The Marquis and Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava (engraving)
1041742 The Marquis and Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marquis and Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava)

The Marquess of Dufferin and Ava (engraving)
1036612 The Marquess of Dufferin and Ava (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marquess of Dufferin and Ava)

The Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, KP, who is Dangerously Ill (engraving)
1043557 The Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, KP, who is Dangerously Ill (engraving) by Constant, (Jean Joseph) Benjamin (1845-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, KP)

The Viceroys of India since the Days of the "Honourable East India Company"(engraving)
1063098 The Viceroys of India since the Days of the " Honourable East India Company" (engraving) by English School

Fiji: Making Yaqona, "Kava"(b / w photo)
5992110 Fiji: Making Yaqona, " Kava" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making Yaqona)

H E the Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, KP, GCB, HBMs Ambassador to France (engraving)
1038826 H E the Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, KP, GCB, HBMs Ambassador to France (engraving) by Constant, (Jean Joseph) Benjamin (1845-1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Marquis of Dufferin and Ava, the New Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports (engraving)
1592270 The Marquis of Dufferin and Ava, the New Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marquis of Dufferin and Ava)

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"Ava: A Tale of Elegance, Beauty, and Legacy" In the enchanting world of Ava, echoes of history intertwine with captivating landscapes and remarkable personalities. From Lord Dufferin, the 8th Viceroy of India, to the lavender fields bordering Washington's Walla Walla vineyards at Maurice Cellars - this name holds a multitude of stories. One cannot mention Ava without acknowledging the iconic American cinema actress, Ava Gardner. Her timeless allure and talent have left an indelible mark on the silver screen throughout the 20th century. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer recognized her brilliance as an artist. Yet beyond Hollywood glamour lies Lady Dufferin, wife of Lord Dufferin himself. Together they embarked on a journey that would shape India's history. Their love for each other and their surroundings painted a vivid picture in time. Ava Gardner's life mirrored her namesake's elegance as she graced countless films with her magnetic presence. Her legacy continues to inspire aspiring actors even today. Lady Dufferin & Ava shared more than just a name; they were bound by their connection to Lord Dufferin and their unwavering strength during challenging times like World War II when Land Army efforts were crucial in sustaining nations. The Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava conversed gracefully with Honorable Charles Winn at the Primrose League Ball in 1936 - epitomizing sophistication amidst societal gatherings. Frederick Dufferin Vf 70 stands tall as another testament to this family's heritage while Linus Pauling, renowned chemist turned peace activist and writer from America adds his own unique touch to this intricate tapestry woven around "Ava. " As we delve into these diverse threads that make up "Ava, " we discover how five different Pinot Noir clones harmoniously coexist within Ponzi vineyard on Mountain – showcasing nature’s artistry through viticulture.