Over the past two years, thus far, I’ve posted just shy of 4900 articles to Stalking the Belle Époque including the 588 Chapters of Mr. Punch of Belgrave Square and Punch’s Cousin. There’s a little something for everyone here from discussions of antiques to the television programs which Bertie most enjoys.
Regular readers know that the ten most popular posts of “all time” are always listed on the right side of the page. However, here are fifteen more of your favorite posts. These posts are the among those which you have read the most.
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| Crown Copyright The Royal Collection Image Courtesy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II |
1. Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House
This magnificent work of art, housed in Windsor Castle, was made for Queen Mary, consort of King George V as a means of showcasing the finest in British craftsmanship. It remains a gorgeous testament to a brilliant period.
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| The Victoria & Albert Museum |
2. The Diamond and Ruby Tiara
Made in 1835, this tiara doubles as a necklace. Housed in the V&A, it’s indicative of the magnificent naturalistic jewelry which dominated Britain in the 1830s.
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| The Winchester Mystery House |
3. The Winchester Mystery House
Sarah Winchester’s Sprawling Queen Anne mansion in San Jose California may appear, from the exterior, to be just another of America’s Victorian castles, but it holds a series of odd secrets and features no shortage of weirdness.
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| Crown Copyright The Royal Collection Image Courtesy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II |
Queen Mary managed to return many lost treasures to the Royal Collection, but she took special delight in her acquisition of her grandmother’s magnificent emeralds.
5. Buckingham Palace
The primary official residence of the British monarch, Buckingham Palace began its long life as a country house. Centuries of expansion and alteration have made it into one of the grandest homes in the world.
6. Waveny House
Known to fans of the dearly departed daytime drama, “All My Children,” know this fine Tudor-style estate as Cortlandt Manor, but Waveny House remains one of the most elegant historic homes in the U.S.
7. Pauline Collins and John Alderton
They were Thomas and Sarah from the original “Upstairs, Downstairs,” and this real-life couple continue to be one of Britain’s premier acting families.
8. Belgrave Square
At the heart of London’s posh City of Westminster, Belgrave Square has been the home of Britain’s elite for centuries.
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9. The Halo Tiara
The world watched with pride as Prince William of Wales married his longtime love Katherine Middleton. The newly created Duchess of Cambridge was the focus of global attention as she appeared at Westminster Abbey on her wedding day. Wearing the “Halo Tiara,” the Duchess’ beauty was not outshined by the jewels, but rather, only heightened.
The world watched with pride as Prince William of Wales married his longtime love Katherine Middleton. The newly created Duchess of Cambridge was the focus of global attention as she appeared at Westminster Abbey on her wedding day. Wearing the “Halo Tiara,” the Duchess’ beauty was not outshined by the jewels, but rather, only heightened.
10. Queen Elizabeth II's Wedding Dress
Sir Norman Hartnell designed this magnificent gown for the 1947 marriage of the future Queen Elizabeth II to Prince Philip.
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| The Victoria & Albert Museum |
11. The Coral Tiara
Tiaras seem to be popular. This unique creation of coral is one of the most unusual of the jeweled headpieces we’ve examined.
12. King Edward VII’s Dog Caesar
While not a faithful husband, King Edward VII was loyal to his pets, and they to him. No dog was closer to the King than Caesar who famously followed his master’s coffin during his funeral procession.
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| The Victoria & Albert Museum |
13. The Mrs. Roy Hudson Circle Gown
This gown by the famous House of Worth is the epitome of 1950s glamour.
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| The Victoria & Albert Museum |
14. The Janey Morris Brooch
The wife of the celebrated designer William Morris, Jane Morris was also a favorite of the Pre-Raphaelite painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti who famously gifted her with many jewels including this stunning brooch.
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15. Matt Bomer
We are fans of Mr. Matt Bomer and, it seems, you are too. The talented star of USA’s “White Collar” has become quite the film star of late. However, more so than his celebrity and incredible good looks, it’s his spirit and humble charm which afford him limitless appeal.
2 comments:
I still say that Matt Bomer absolutely has to play Punch/Julian in the movie versions of these books. That is the only face I see when I read each day's installments.
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