Regalia Collection (#20)

NAPOLEON BONAPARTE in coronation robes, 1804. Oil on canvas by Anne-Louis Girodet-Trioson (1767-1824)

MARIE DE MEDICIS (1573-1642). Queen consort of Henry IV of France. Oil on canvas, 17th century, by unknown artist

KING LOUIS XI OF FRANCE. (1423-1483). King of France, 1461-83. Oil on canvas, French school, 17th century

HUASCAR (c1495-1533). Incan emperor (1525-1532). Contemporary Spanish painting

GEORGE V (1865-1936). King of Great Britain 1910-1936. Photograph, 1908

Japan - Empress Shoken
Empress Shoken (18491914) - empress consort of Emperor Meiji of Japan, later Empress Dowager Shoken. Date: circa 1908

King George V and Queen Mary - Within Crown
God Bless King George V and Queen Mary! Pair of portraits set within a Regal Crown setting. Date: circa 1912

King Haakon VII of Denmark of the House of Oldenburg (1872-1957). Wearing his Coronation robes and holding the State Regalia. Date: 1905

The Royal Regalia held in the Tower of London
The Royal Regalia held in the Wakefield Tower at the Tower of London Date: circa 1912

Delhi Durbar - King George V and Queen Mary
The Coronation Durbar, Delhi - 12th December 1911. The King Emperor (George V) and Queen Empress (Mary) presenting themselves to their people

Coat of Arms for Athlone, Ireland
Coat of Arms for Athlone (from 1663), Ireland Date: 1905

King of Portugal - Carlos I
Carlos I, King of Portugal and the Algarves, also known as Carlos the Diplomat and Carlos the Martyr (18631908). In 1908, Carlos (and the heir to throne Luis Felipe)

Souvenir postcard - King George V Coronation Date: 1910

Lord Balfour to open the new Hebrew University on Mount Scopus. His Eminence, the Grand Rabbi Jacob Meir, KBE, one of the leading figures at the ceremony. 30 March 1925

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) as Emperor Napoleon I on Imperial throne in full regalia.(1806). Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres (1780-1867) French painter

Alexander I of Poland (Alexander Jagellon 1461-1501): Coronation of Alexander at Cracow (1501) by Archbishop Gnesen. On altar behind the bishop is the chalice from which communion will be taken

Pectoral jewel from tomb of Tutankhamun showing Ptah, creator of universe and patron of craftsmen, and his consort, Sekhmet, lion-headed goddess of war either side of Tutenkhamun in regalia of Pharaoh

Alice and Her Friends Postcard by Charles Folkard, Based on Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. ca. 1900-1920, Alice and Her Friends Postcard by Charles Folkard

The Queen Never Left Off Quarrelling with All the Other Players Postcard by K. Nixon, Based on Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. ca

The Queens Croquet Ground Postcard after John Tenniel. ca. 1907, The Queens Croquet Ground Postcard after John Tenniel

Suetonius writing The Twelve Caesars. Artwork showing the Roman historian Suetonius writing his 121 AD work De Vita Caesarum (On the Life of the Caesars, or The Twelve Caesars )

The Duke Who Was Fat. From Once Upon a Time no. 40

Kings Sceptres
CROWN JEWELS OF ENGLAND The Kings royal sceptres: the dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit Date: 20th century

Francis Drake Cole
SIR FRANCIS DRAKE the English admiral and circumnavigator of the world, receiving the homage and regalia of the King of New Albion Date: 1545 - 1596

Alcalde, New Mexico, United States. American Indian and Hispanic recreation of battle between Colonial Spaniards and Apache Indians

Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA. Pow wow at the Institute of American Indian Arts. Native American in his traditional regalia from the Northern territories

USA, New Mexico, Cherokee woman at Pecos National Monument. (MR)

WILLIAM III AND QUEEN MARY. Regalia is carried from the Tower of London for the coronation of King William III and Queen Mary of England, 1689. Contemporary Dutch line engraving

TOWER OF LONDON: MUSEUM. Visitors to the Tower of London admiring the regalia of the kings and queens of England. Wood engraving, English, 1885

KING OF DELHI, 1858. Wood engraving, 1858

TOWER OF LONDON: MUSEUM. Sightseers admiring the regalia exhibited in a new display house for the crown jewels at the Tower of London. Wood engraving, English, 1841

King George VI in Coronation robes, 1937
Portrait of King George VI in Coronation robes. Date: 1937

King George V statue, Crystal Palace, London
A statue of King George V at Crystal Palace, London, immediately after its unveiling by the Lord Mayor of London. circa 1911

Sport & Country Coronation Number, Front cover, 1953
Front cover of Sport and Country magazine, formerly the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, celebrating the Coronation of 1953 with an illustration of four rural and sporty types, a huntsman

Dignitaries at the Lord Mayors Show, London
A group of dignitaries in their regalia outside the Law Courts during the Lord Mayors Show procession through the City of London. They include the outgoing Lord Mayor and his successor. circa 1911

Wedding of Prince Wilhelm of Prussia
State Entry into Berlin of Princess Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein (1858-1921) and Prince Wilhem of Prussia (later Kaiser Wilhelm II) (1859-1941)

Our crowned King and Queen on the historic Buckingham Palace
Balcony scene after Coronation of King George VI. Showing, from left to right, four of the Queens train bearers, Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother)

Crown of England and other emblems of sovereignty
The Crown of England and other emblems of sovereignty showing the coronation ring, the sceptre with the dove, or rod of equity and mercy, the sovereigns orb, the royal sceptre with the cross and St

The Scottish regalia for coronations of Scottish Monarchs
The Scottish regalia used at the coronations of Scottish Monarchs, and objects associated with the symbols of Sovereignty

Emblems of the Priestly Character of Sovereignty and of its high and solemn responsibility. The symbolic mantle or Dalmatic, and pat of the regalia. (1) St. Georges spurs and the bracelets

Coronation regalia
The illustration includes the Imperial State Crown, the St. Edwards Staff, one of the eight maces, swords, a sandal of the regal vestment and the ring that has a St. Georges cross. Date: 1937

Queen Elizabeth II - Coronation - Westminster Abbey
Queen Elizabeth IIs coronation at Westminster Abbey on 2nd June, 1953. Date: 1953

Huntley & Palmers advertisement, Coronation 1953
Advertisement for Huntley & Palmers biscuits, " The Worlds Finest, " at the time of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II

Coronation 1953 - Crowning of Queen Elizabeth II
The culminating moment of the coronation ceremony, as Queen Elizabeth II is crowned queen in Westminster Abbey by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Date: 1953

Princess Elizabeth at the Head of the River race, Devon
Princess Elizabeth is helped ashore from the launch Enchantress by Bert Barry, former world professional sculling champion, dressed in his red doggetts coat and badge regalia. Date: 17th March 1951

Edward VII lying in state
Edward VII - ( Edward the Peacemaker ) lying in state in Windsor Castle. Date: 1910

King with Regalia
The king on his throne, holding the orb and sceptre, surrounded by his courtiers. Date: 15th century

Crown of India
CROWN JEWELS OF ENGLAND The Imperial Crown of India, made in 1911 for the great Durbar at Delhi in 1912 Date: 1911

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Regalia, the epitome of grandeur and majesty, holds a significant place in the history of monarchies. From Elizabeth II, the esteemed Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, to the iconic royal crowns and sceptre, regalia symbolizes power and tradition. One cannot discuss regalia without mentioning Masonic Regalia. These ornate garments are worn by members of Freemasonry during their rituals and ceremonies, embodying secrecy and mystique. The Crowns of Britain stand as timeless symbols of monarchy's splendor. Each crown tells a unique story - from the Crown of Scotland with its rich Scottish heritage to King George VI's Coronation Robes designed by Albert Collings, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship fit for royalty. The Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary was an extraordinary event that showcased Britain's opulence. The Coronation Regalia played a central role in this grand ceremony held at Westminster Abbey where notables assembled in awe-inspiring anticipation. These regal artifacts are more than just decorative pieces; they represent both power and faith. They serve as Symbols of Power and Glory while also reflecting Christian beliefs deeply ingrained within British culture. Amongst these treasures lies one that stands above all - The Imperial State Crown. This magnificent piece is adorned with precious gemstones such as diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds – truly befitting its name. Worn during important state occasions like the State Opening of Parliament or coronations, it exudes unparalleled elegance. As we delve into history through regalia's lens, we witness how these objects have become intertwined with narratives spanning centuries. They remind us not only of past glories but also inspire reverence for traditions that continue to shape our present-day society.