Anna Collection

Anna Pavlova dancing Swan Lake
Anna Pavlova (1881-1931) Russian ballet dancer photographed here in Swan Lake in 1920

Anna Pavlova / Programme
ANNA PAVLOVA Russian ballet dancer

A portrait of Anna Pavlova in her Swan Dance, 1923
A portrait of Anna Pavlova, the worlds greatest ballerina in her Swan Dance, 1923 Date: 1923

Annas hummingbird, Calypte anna (Duchess of Rivolis hummingbird, Trochilus anna). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology

Anna-Maria Taigi
ANNA-MARIA TAIGI, Sianese wife and mother who made impressive prophecies about the Catholic Church Date: 1769 - 1837

Vivien Leigh on front cover of The Tatler
Vivien Leigh pictured on the front cover of The Tatler wearing a magnificent ball gown of black satin, velvet and taffeta designed by Cecil Beaton for her film role of Anna Karenina

Black Beauty 1967
Front cover design by Roger Hall, for a 1967 edition of Black Beauty by Anna Sewell, originally published in 1877

Anna Pavlova (1881 - 1931), Russian ballet dancer as the Dying Swan in a performance of Swan Lake'. Date: 1912

Anna Nzinga, also known as Ana de Souso Nzinga Mbande, 17th century queen of the Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms of the Mbundu people in south western Africa

Schizonema Smithii, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Schizonema Smithii, ca. 1853

Anna May Wong in The Circle of Chalk
Miss Anna May wong as Chang-Hi-Tang dancing before the tea-shop keeper in The Circle of Chalk, an ancient Chinese lay translated into English by James Laver

(Anna) Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) American humanitarian. Chairman UN Human Rights Commission 1947-1951 and US representative at General Assembly 1946. Wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Photograph

Pavlova In Giselle
Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova (1882 - 1931) performs in a production of Giselle. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Anna Pavlova / Rumney
ANNA PAVLOVA Russian ballet dancer on stage

Pavlova, Anna (1882-1931). Russian classical dancer. Poster of the Russian Ballets

Italy - Naples - Palace of Donn Anna
Villa Donn Anna, Naples - The building is on the site of the so-called " Rocks of the Siren" and was originally called " La Villa Sirena"

Anna May Wong / Bystander
ANNA MAY WONG Chinese American actress, pictured on a suitably Orientally designed cover of The Bystander magazine, 1929

Anne, Lady Byron (Anon)
ANNA ISABELLA MILBANKE Lady Byron (1815 to 1816)

Jesus Presented to God
The infant Jesus is presented in the temple; Simeon, a righteous man, and Anna, a prophetess, praise God

Anna Pavlova and Marius Petipa
Anna Pavlova (1881 -1931) elegantly striking a pose under the watchful eyes of her long running admirer the great Marius Petipa (1818 1910). Date: circa 1905

The Virgin and Child with Saint Anne, c. 1508. Creator: Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
The Virgin and Child with Saint Anne, c.1508. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Anna May Wong, 1928
Chinese-American actress Anna May Wong (1905-1961) reads a menu in Londons Chinatown in Limehouse. 1928

ROOSEVELT FAMILY, 1878. The young Theodore Roosevelt with his siblings and friends. Top row, from left: John, Nannie, and brother Elliott (father of Eleanor Roosevelt)

Anna Pavlova / Rotary
ANNA PAVLOVA Russian ballet dancer holding a basket of flowers during a performance

Anna Pavlova: An Impression Date: 1913

Anna Pavlova - Russian ballet dancer
Anna Pavlova (1881-1931) - Russian ballet dancer holding a basket of flowers during a performance. Date: 1908

Anna Pavlova, Russian ballerina, in Swan Lake. circa 1920s

Saint Etheldreda, Abbess of Ely
Saint Etheldreda (or Ethelthrith, or Aethelthryth), Abbess of Ely, daughter of King Anna of East Anglia. Seen here with two nuns, fleeing from her husband who wanted to consummate their marriage

The Beggars Opera, Aldeburgh Festival 1963
English Opera Group production of The Beggars Opera (John Gay, in Brittens realization) at the Jubilee Hall, Aldeburgh, 20 June 1963. Act III, near end; at Newgate Gaol

MALFATTI FAMILY, c1810. Concert at the Malfattis; Therese at the piano and Anna with the guitar
MALFATTI FAMILY, c1810. Concert at the Malfattis ; Therese at the piano and Anna with the guitar, surrounded by family members. Oil on canvas, c1810

THE PARISIAN MODEL, c1905. Chorus girls and teddy bears on stage in the musical comedy The Parisian Model. Photograph, c1905

Curacao - Willemstad - Queen Emma Bridge
Curacao - a Dutch dependency in the West Indies. View of Willemstad and the Queen Emma Bridge, a pontoon bridge across St. Anna Bay, built in 1888. Date: circa 1910s

Anna Pavlova in The Swan, 20th century
Anna Pavlova, Russian ballerina, in The Swan, early 20th century. Pavlova (1881-1931) was the most famous classical ballerina of her era

ZULOAGA ZABALETA, Ignacio. Portrait of the countess
ZULOAGA ZABALETA, Ignacio (1870-1945). Portrait of the countess Mathieu de Noailles. 1913. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. BASQUE COUNTRY. VIZCAYA. Bilbao. Bilbao Fine Arts Museum

WORLD WAR I: MASKS, 1918. Masks showing the work done by Anna Coleman Ladd of the American Red Cross. The top row are casts taken from soldiers mutilated faces

Danish medium Anna Rasmussen
Undated photograph of the Danish medium Anna Rasmussen (1898 - ?), author of automatic scripts

Anna Karenina / Portrait
Illustration of Leo Tolstoys fictional character Anna Karenina

Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853

Illustration, Black Beauty by Anna Sewell -- Lord George took Ginger for hunting. Date: circa 1930

Anna Pavlova / Rv Stevens
ANNA PAVLOVA Russian ballet dancer on stage in 1912

Cyclamen persicum plant as motif in designs for tapestry, fabric and wallpaper.. Lithograph by Anna Martin with pochoir (stencil)

Thomas Earl Brassey
THOMAS, first earl BRASSEY, son of Thomas Brassey the contractor; husband of Anna, owner of the Sunbeam yacht. Date: 1836 - 1918

Malta - Piazza Pont Anna Floriana with two open-sided, trams

Fitzherbert / Cig Card
MARIA ANNA FITZHERBERT (Maria Anna Smythe) Friend and wife of King George IV

Testing Rasmussen
Apparatus used by Christian Winther to test Danish medium Anna Melloni Rasmussen (born 1898) at Copenhagen : positive results were obtained

Edith Oenone Somerville
EDITH ANNA OENONE SOMERVILLE Irish novelist pictured with her cousin Violet Florence Martin (Ross) with whom she produced a series of novels

Equisetum sylvaticum; Anna Atkins, British, 1799 - 1871, and Anne Dixon, British, 1799 - 1877; London, England, Europe; 1853; Cyanotype; Image: 25.4 x 20 cm (10 x 7 7/8 in.)

Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, 1680 - 1765, later the Countess of Cosel, portrayed as Venus
1000940 Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, 1680 - 1765, later the Countess of Cosel, portrayed as Venus. German noblewoman and mistress of Augustus the Strong, King of Poland

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"Anna: A Timeless Legacy of Grace, Talent, and Empowerment" From the ethereal beauty Pavlova dancing Swan Lake to the captivating presence of Anna-Maria Taigi, history has been graced with remarkable women named Anna. The mere mention of their names evokes a sense of elegance and strength. Anna Pavlova, an iconic ballerina known for her enchanting performances in Swan Lake and Giselle, left audiences spellbound with her graceful movements. Her portrait from 1923 captures the essence of her mesmerizing Swan Dance, forever immortalizing her talent. In another realm entirely, Vivien Leigh adorned the front cover of The Tatler magazine. Her portrayal as Black Beauty in 1967 showcased not only her acting prowess but also highlighted the enduring legacy that Annas continue to leave behind. Beyond entertainment lies a historical figure like no other - Anna Nzinga. This fearless queen fought against Portuguese colonization in Angola during the 17th century. Her unwavering determination serves as an inspiration even today. The artistic world owes much to Annas such as Schizonema Smithii and Anna Atkins. Their contributions through botanical illustrations and photography have enriched our understanding of nature's wonders. Moving into more contemporary times, we find ourselves captivated by figures like Anna May Wong in The Circle of Chalk or (Anna) Eleanor Roosevelt – both trailblazers who shattered societal norms and championed human rights causes on global platforms. Whether it be through dance or activism, artistry or leadership; throughout history, Annas have consistently pushed boundaries and left indelible marks on society's fabric. Their legacies serve as reminders that strength comes in many forms – grace on stage or compassion off it. Let us celebrate these remarkable women named Anna who have paved their own paths towards greatness while inspiring generations to come with their timeless charm and unwavering spirit.