Parasol Collection (page 3)

Lynne Fontanne by the Thames, 1914 (oil on canvas)
476655 Lynne Fontanne by the Thames, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Glehn, Wilfred Gabriel de (1870-1951); 63.5x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement, c 1900 (litho)
7190032 Advertisement, c 1900 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement in booklet of views of Harrogate and Neighbourbood (Parker)

Shinmei Shrine in Shiba (Shiba Shinmeigu), from the series "Famous Places in Edo... 1858. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Shinmei Shrine in Shiba (Shiba Shinmeigu), from the series "Famous Places in Edo (Edo meisho)", 1858

Cartoon, Miss Harriett Vernon in The P)rince of Japs
Cartoon, Miss Harriett Vernon (1858-1923), English actress and singer, as Cammpi in The Japs, or The Doomed Daimio, a burlesque by Harry Paulton and Mostyn Teddea. 1885

Costume June 1886
Hand-coloured page of the latest Paris fashion of 1886, dinner dresses with drapped swags and flower arrangements, ball dresses with long gloves and fans and traditional garden party frocks

The Parc Monceau, 1878 (oil on canvas)
3472251 The Parc Monceau, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 72.7x54.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Streatley Inn (colour litho)
2792541 Streatley Inn (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Streatley Inn)

View of Edinburgh from Arthurs Seat (watercolour on paper)
DRB128820 View of Edinburgh from Arthurs Seat (watercolour on paper) by Williams, Hugh William (1773-1829); The Drambuie Collection, Edinburgh, Scotland; English, out of copyright

Two women in the rain, 1925-36 (colour woodcut)
3545900 Two women in the rain, 1925-36 (colour woodcut) by Koson, Ohara (1877-1945); 36x24.2 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Japanese, out of copyright

Party of people picnicking at Henley Regatta
A party of people picnicking at the Henley Royal Regatta, an annual rowing event held on the River Thames near the town of Henley-on-Thames, South Oxfordshire. Date: July 1888

Illustration to A Happy Pair by Frederick Weatherly, 1890. Artist: Potter, Helen Beatrix (1866-1943)
Illustration to A Happy Pair by Frederick Weatherly, 1890. Private Collection

The Japanese Garden, c1900-1944. Artist: Max Jacob
The Japanese Garden, c1900-1944. Max Jacob, French poet, painter, writer, and critic. Born in Quimper, Brittany, France

Music cover, I m Forever Thinking of You, words by Lillian Fitzgerald, music by Clarence Senna. 1920

Thermal swimming pool in Budapest, Hungary
Thermal outdoor swimming pool in Budapest, Hungary

Praia do Beliche, Sagres, Algarve, Portugal, Europe

ATLANTIC CITY: BOARDWALK. A view of the boardwalk with people and wheeled chairs, and Hotel Traymore in the background. Photograph, c1910

Thien Mieu Temple
The Hue Citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Chiesa Santa Margherita di Antiochia church, Vernazza, Cinque Terre, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rivera di Levante, Provinz La Spazia, Liguria, Italy, Europe

Silhouette of polo stables, horses and players

Anse Chastenet Beach, St. Lucia, Caribbean, West Indies

Puerto del Carmen Beach, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain

Parasol in point of lace 1868
This beautiful intricate section of a parasol in pointed lace, appointed by The Princess of Wales. 1868

Women making parasols, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Steam train approaching a bridge
A steam train approaching a bridge

Cala Pi de la Posada, Cap Formentor, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Straw umbrellas on empty white sand beach with clear sea behind, Ilha do Farol, Culatra Barrier Island, Olhao, Algarve, Portugal, Europe

Summer, 1918 (oil on canvas)
XPG366361 Summer, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Blacklock, William Kay (1872-1922); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Parasols At Henley
1908: Oarsmen carrying parasols at Henley Regatta. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

World Record Broadbill Swordfish Catalina Island, California
World Record Broadbill Swordfish - Catalina Island, California, USA. Weighting a whopping 571lb (before the addition of a small child!). Date: 1930s

Doctors Cave Beach, Montego Bay, Jamaica, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

GOYA Y LUCIENTES, Francisco de (1746-1828). The Parasol. 1777. Was painted as a cartoon for a tapestry that would decorated the dinning room of the Palace of El Pardo. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid

Ramesseum of Rameses II, Thebes, Egypt
View of the Ramesseum, the memorial or mortuary temple of Rameses II at Thebes (now Luxor), Egypt. Date: early 20th century

Actress from the Mack Sennett Comedy Studios
A rather lovely actress in a rather skimpy swimsuit from the Mack Sennett Comedy Studios, Los Angeles, USA. She holds a fine striped parasol and stands at the end of a jetty

Cartoon impression of the Russo-Japanese War 1 of 5
Card 1 of 5 - Preliminaries. A cartoon interpretation of the Russo-Japanese war, acted out by the principal ruling individuals from the International Community

The Bystander masthead by Tony Castle, 1930
Bystander masthead design by Tony Castle featuring a number of beauties on a beach dressed in bathing suits, sun hats and holding parasols

Victoria-Albert / Carriage
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert taking an airing in Hyde Park, London in a fine open carriage led by four blinkered greys

Woman with Dogs 1929
Pretty young woman in skimpy costume, relaxing by the sea with her four fluffy white dogs

Harrys Bar, Santiago de Queretaro (Queretaro), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Queretaro State, Mexico, North America

Yacht off Long Beach (Baie Longue), St. Martin (St. Maarten), Netherlands Antilles, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Umbrellas, Bo Sang, Thailand, Asia

Close-up of a gilded metalwork umbrella, Doi Suthep Temple, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Silhouettes of parasols on the beach at dusk, Maritim Hotel, island of Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Mahoot and boys on decorated elephants at a roadside festival, Kerala State, India, Asia

Street scene, village of Abi-Adi, Tigre region, Ethiopia, Africa

Scarborough Castle 1813
Scarborough, Yorkshire: a ladys parasol is blown away by the wind after a visit to the ruined castle

Man, woman and baby of Corea, Korea, 1818. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton

Multicolored beach umbrellas on a tropical shore, Antigua, Antigua & Barbuda, Caribbean, West Indies

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"Sheltered in Style: The Timeless Elegance of the Parasol" From William Heath Robinson's whimsical "Ultra-Marine" to Georges Seurat's iconic "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, " the parasol has long been a symbol of grace and sophistication. Whether strolling along the sun-kissed beaches of Clearwater, Florida or Dawn Beach in St. Martin, this fashionable accessory adds a touch of glamour to any seaside escape. Dating back to 1920s advertisements by Elspeth Phelps, where women were portrayed as effortlessly chic with their parasols in hand, this timeless accessory continues to captivate us today. Its delicate charm is beautifully captured in John Singer Sargent's masterpiece "Lady with Parasol, " exuding an air of refinement and poise. Inspired by Claude Monet's enchanting "Lady in the Garden, " we are reminded that even amidst nature's beauty, a they are elevate one's allure. From leisurely walks along San Antonio Riverwalk to basking under the Sicilian sun at Cefalu beach, these images transport us into a world where elegance meets practicality. As seen in Georges-Pierre Seurat's study for "A Sunday on La Grande Jatte, " every stroke reveals meticulous attention to detail - just like choosing the perfect parasol. With its vibrant colors and intricate patterns, it becomes more than just protection from harsh rays; it becomes an extension of our personal style. Whether seeking respite from scorching summers or simply adding flair to our everyday lives, let us celebrate the enduring appeal of the parasol. A true testament to fashion through time and cultures worldwide – from Europe to America – it remains an essential companion for those who appreciate both beauty and function under sunny skies.