Viscountess Tiverton by Madame Yevonde
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Viscountess Tiverton by Madame Yevonde
Viscountess Tiverton by Madame Yevonde. Formerly Ismay Catherine Crichton-Stuart (1909-1989). She married the 3rd Earl of Halsbury in 1930; they divorced in 1936. Date: 1935
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Aristocracy Aristocrat Catherine Countess Crichton Debs Debutante Debutantes Divorced Halsbury Ismay Madame Stuart Tiverton Viscountess Yevonde 1935 Upper
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Viscountess Tiverton, formerly Ismay Catherine Crichton-Stuart, was a prominent figure in British high society during the 1930s. Born into the aristocracy, she was the daughter of the 5th Earl of Erne and Lady Maud Crichton-Stuart. In 1930, she married the 3rd Earl of Halsbury, a title that brought her into the esteemed ranks of the British nobility. This striking portrait of Viscountess Tiverton was taken by renowned society photographer Madame Yevonde in 1935, during the height of her social prominence. The image captures the young countess in all her elegance and beauty, dressed in a fashionable gown and adorned with intricate jewels. Her piercing gaze and confident posture exude an air of sophistication and poise. The 1930s were a golden age for the British aristocracy, and debutantes like Viscountess Tiverton were the epitome of glamour and style. They graced the pages of society magazines and attended lavish balls and garden parties, where they were courted by eligible bachelors and basked in the admiration of their peers. However, Viscountess Tiverton's marriage to the Earl of Halsbury was not to last. They divorced in 1936, a rare occurrence in those times, and the reasons for their separation remain shrouded in mystery. Despite this setback, Viscountess Tiverton continued to be a prominent figure in society, attending events and making headlines for her fashion choices and romantic liaisons. This photograph is a testament to a bygone era of British high society, where titles, wealth, and beauty reigned supreme. It captures the essence of a young aristocrat at the height of her power and allure, and serves as a reminder of the fascination and intrigue that surrounded the lives of the wealthy and influential in the 1930s.
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