Rosse Collection

Tatler cover, Countess of Rosse
The Countess of Rosse, formerly Anne Messel, sister of designer Oliver Messel. She was married to Ronald Armstrong-Jones in 1925, with whom she had a daughter and a son

Bystander cover - Mrs Ronald Armstrong-Jones
Mrs Ronald Armstrong-Jones, formerly Anne Messel (later Parsons). She was married to Ronald Armstrong-Jones, with whom she had a daughter and a son, before she married Michael Parsons

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rosse; Jade; Schindmahre (engraving)
7197419 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rosse; Jade; Schindmahre (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rosse; Jade; Schindmahre)

The Countess of Rosse, Mother of the bridegroom in a dress of black and white organza designed by Victor Stiebel - Marriage of Princess Margaret to Anthony Armstrong-Jones. Date: 1960

A Pearl of Beauty by Cecil Beaton in The Sketch, 1930
Mrs. Ronald Armstrong-Jones, photographed by Cecil Beaton in a costume designed by her brother, Oliver Messel. Anne Messel (later Parsons) was previously married to Ronald Armstrong-Jones

The Countess of Rosse and her Daughter
Anne Messel, the Countess of Rosse and her eldest daughter from her first marriage are shown in this photography. Anne Messel (later Parsons) was previously married to Ronald Armstrong-Jones

Illustration for Shakespeares Macbeth, Act III, Scene 4 (coloured engraving)
5197991 Illustration for Shakespeares Macbeth, Act III, Scene 4 (coloured engraving) by Westall, Richard (1765-1836) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Shakespeares Macbeth)

The Rosse Telescope, 1845 (litho)
472239 The Rosse Telescope, 1845 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Popularly known as the Leviathan of Parsonstown)

Portrait of His Excellency Hamet Ben Hamet Ben Hadii, Ambassador Extraordinary from
824092 Portrait of His Excellency Hamet Ben Hamet Ben Hadii, Ambassador Extraordinary from the Empire of Morocco, 1682 (pencil and bodycolour) by Rosse

The Ouse Bridge, York, 1844. Creator: Smyth
The Ouse Bridge, York, 1844. Meetings of the British Association for the Advancement of Science were held in York, and... have continued through the week with increasing interest and popularity

LORD ROSSES TELESCOPE
Built by the 3rd Earl of Rosse in 1842 and known as the Leviathan of Parsonstown. It was the largest telescope in the world for three-quarters of a century. Date: 1888

The Great Telescope constructed by Lord Rosse, 1828-1845, 1901. Creator: Unknown
The Great Telescope constructed by Lord Rosse, 1828-1845, (1901). Irish astronomer and engineer William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse (1800-1867)

Birr Castle, Count Offaly, Ireland, home of the Earl of Rosse, c1880. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse, a keen astronomer

Lord Rosses telescope, Birr, Offaly, Ireland, 1924-1926. Artist: W Lawrence
Lord Rosses telescope, Birr, Offaly, Ireland, 1924-1926. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse (1800-1867), Irish astronomer and engineer

Observation of a spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici drawn by Lord Rosse, 1850. Artist: William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse
Observation of a spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici drawn by Lord Rosse, 1850. Known as the Whirlpool Galaxy, this was the first galaxy to be recognised as having a spiral structure

Lord Rosses 72 in / 1. 8m reflecting telescope, 1849
Lord Rosses 72 in/1.8m reflecting telescope, 1849. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse (1800-1867), Irish astronomer and engineer

Robert Stawell Ball, British astronomer, mathematician, lecturer and populariser of science, 1905. Artist: Spy
Robert Stawell Ball, Irish-born British astronomer, mathematician, lecturer and populariser of science, 1905. Ball (1840-1913), Lord Rosses astronomer at Parsonstown, Ireland

Spiral galaxy (M 51) in Canes Venatici, 1910. Photograph taken at Mount Wilson Observatory, California, USA. Known as the Whirlpool Galaxy

At a Bright Young Party
Cartoon showing some young personalities of the time at a party: Rosemary Hope-Vere, Oliver Messel, Philip Kindersley, Lord Donegall, Sir Anthony Weldon, Lady Seafield, Hon

Lady Jane Knox
Lady JANE KNOX (nee Parsons) daughter of the earl of Rosse, wife of Arthur E Knox Date: ? - 1883

Rosse / 3rd Earl / Daviel
WILLIAM PARSONS 3RD EARL OF ROSSE Astronomer Date: 1800 - 1867

Rosse / 3rd Earl / Cabinet
WILLIAM PARSONS, 3RD EARL OF ROSSE Astronomer Date: 1800 - 1867

Sayings of Much-Recorded People by Eddie Tatham
Spread from The Bystander 1932 showing some of the scions of 1930s society, and revealing some unrecorded sayings of much-recorded people

Rosse home - 2
Birr Castle, Parsonstown, Ireland, seat of the earl of Rosse and location of his observatory. Date: 1840S

Rosse home - 3
The workshop at Birr Castle, Parsonstown, Ireland, seat of the earl of Rosse and location of his observatory. Date: 1840S

Rosse home - 1
Birr Castle, Parsonstown, Ireland, seat of the earl of Rosse and location of his observatory. Date: 1840S

First Earl of Rosse
FRANCOIS CLAUDE AMOUR, marquis de BOUILLY French military with his autograph Date: 1739 - 1800

Fireworks at Birr Castle, Parsonstown, the Seat of the Earl of Rosse, Ireland, County Offaly, 1851 Engraving

TELESCOPE: PARSONS, 1845. The giant telescope built by the astronomer William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse, at Parsonstown, Ireland, in 1845. Contemporary German engraving

Lord Rosses 72 inch (1. 8m) reflecting telescope, 1849. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse
Lord Rosses 72 inch (1.8m) reflecting telescope, 1849. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse (1800-1867) Irish astronomer and engineer, built the then largest telescope on his estate at Parsonstown

Observation of spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici by Lord Rosse. From his paper Observations of Nebulae Philosophical Transactions, London, 1850. Engraving

Robert Stawell Ball (1840-1913) Irish astronomer and mathematician: populariser of science. Lord Rosses astronomer at Parsonstown: Royal Astronomer of Ireland 1874-1892

Lord Rosses great 72-inch (1. 828m) diameter reflecting telescope of 1845, called
Lord Rosses great 72-inch (1.828m) diameter reflecting telescope of 1845, called the Leviathan of Parsonstown. Mounted between two brick walls, it could move only in a north-south direction

Lord Rosses great 72-inch (1. 828m) diameter reflecting telescope of 1845, called
Lord Rosses great 72-inch (1.828m) diameter reflecting telescope of 1845, called the Leviathan of Parsonstown. Mounted between two brick walls, it could move only in a north-south direction

Robert Stawell Ball (1840-1913) Anglo-Irish astronomer, mathematician and populariser of science. Lord Rosses astronomer at Parsonstown, Royal Astronomer for Ireland (1874-1892). Engraving, 1886

Fireworks at Birr Castle, Parsonstown, the Seat of the Earl of Rosse, Ireland, County Offaly, 1851 Engraving

TELESCOPE: PARSONS, 1845. The great Leviathan telescope built in 1845 by the Irish astronomer William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

WILLIAM PARSONS (1800-1867). 3rd Earl of Rosse. Irish astronomer. Colored engraving, American 1867
WILLIAM PARSONS (1800-1867).3rd Earl of Rosse. Irish astronomer. Colored engraving, American 1867

TELESCOPE: PARSONS, 1845. The giant telescope built by the astronomer William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse, at Parsonstown, Ireland, in 1845. contemporary German engraving

TELESCOPE: WILLIAM PARSONS. The great Leviathan telescope constructed in 1845 by the Irish astronomer William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse. Contemporary English engraving

Rosses Giant Telescope
William Parsons, 3rd earl of Rosse, built his giant telescope, known as the Leviathan, at Parsonstown, near Dublin and with it made several important discoveries. Date: 1845

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"Rosse: A Captivating Tale of Elegance and Artistry" Step into the enchanting world of Rosse, where sophistication meets creativity. From gracing the covers of prestigious magazines like Tatler and Bystander to being celebrated at glamorous Bright Young Parties, it has always been synonymous with style. The Countess of Rosse, a true icon of grace and poise, shines on the cover of Tatler. Her regal presence commands attention as she effortlessly captivates all who lay eyes upon her. Similarly, Mrs Ronald Armstrong-Jones exudes timeless beauty on the cover of Bystander, leaving everyone in awe. At a Bright Young Party, Lady Jane Knox steals the spotlight with her vivacious charm and impeccable fashion sense. She epitomizes everything that is vibrant about Rosse - an embodiment of elegance intertwined with youthful spirit. Le Vocabulaire Illustre showcases the exquisite artistry behind Rosse's creations. The delicate engravings depicting Rosse, Jade, and Schindmahre are a testament to their commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail. In The Sketch magazine's 1930 edition titled "A Pearl of Beauty, " Cecil Beaton immortalizes the allure through his lens. His captivating photograph captures every facet that makes Rosse truly special - its ability to enhance one's natural beauty while embracing individuality. The bond between mother and daughter is beautifully portrayed in "The Countess and her Daughter. " Their shared elegance radiates from within as they embrace each other's company with love and admiration. Even literature finds inspiration in this remarkable name; Shakespeares Macbeth comes alive through a colored engraving featuring scenes from Act III Scene 4. This artistic interpretation adds depth to Shakespeare's words while showcasing how deeply ingrained Rosse is in our cultural fabric. Beyond fashion and art lies another facet that defines this illustrious name - the Rosse Telescope.