Broderie Collection (page 5)

Boy in Chair / Dodds 1860
A small child (probably a boy) wears a broderie Anglaise frock with vandyking on the hem & sleeves & ribbon bows on the shoulders, also stockings & shoes with ankle straps

Mother & Daughters 1860S
Woman: dress with bishop sleeves, pleated ribbon trim, white cuffs, lace collar. Girls: short frocks cut low off the shoulders, broderie Anglaise trimmed drawers

GIRL & SASH 1880S
A little girl wears a costume of long jacket bodice with ruched trim at the hem, broderie Anglaise collar & cuffs, short kilted skirt, sash, socks & boots

Costume / Girl C. 1890
Older girl in a tight fitting woollen dress, high necked front buttoning bodice, long sleeves with fullness & pleating at the shoulder & broderie Anglaise jabot

Girl in Lacy Frock 1870S
Little girl wears a broderie Anglaise frock with vandyked falling tucker & hem & large bows on the shouders. Also short white socks & shoes with ankle straps. Hair cut short

Costume / Baby 1870S
A baby sitting upright wears a broderie Anglaise frock with up-gathered sleeves & ribbon bows on the shoulders & leather shoes with a bar across the instep

Costume / Bib-Apron C. 1880
A small child possibly a boy wears a window-pane check frock, plaid bows on the shoulders, broderie Anglaise bib-apron, stockings & shoes with 2 bars over the instep

Ladies Sewing / 1850S
Open bodices with or without revers worn with chemisettes (with buttoned front, broderie Anglaise, volans), pagoda sleeves, various styles of engageantes & lace caps

Poolside Bikini 1960S
A young woman in an abstract print bikini with broderie anglaise trim, towel dries her hair after emerging from the pool

Showing her Dreawers
A young woman, in the act of removing her skirts, reveals to us her broderie anglaise trimmed drawers

Pin-Up Decks Tree
A grinning brunette model, wearing a strapless broderie anglaise top, busily decks her Christmas tree ready for the big day

Costume / Underwear / Corset
A lady tries on a corset, while another woman waits with another one

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"Broderie: A Timeless Art of Stitching Through the Ages" Step back in time to the 1950s, where elegant ladies wrapped gifts with delicate broderie accents, adding a touch of grace and charm to every present. In the pin-up era of petticoats and glamour, broderie adorned the outfits of fashionable women, creating an alluring allure that captivated hearts. Travel further back to the 1870s, where a girl with a fan showcases her intricate embroidery skills. Each stitch tells a story of patience and creativity passed down through generations. Even in the early 19th century, dressmakers recognized the beauty and skill behind broderie as they meticulously crafted garments for their clients. The bill itself became a testament to their artistry. Venture beyond borders to Cairo's Arab Bazaar in Egypt, where vibrant threads intertwine on fabrics that reflect centuries-old traditions. Broderie becomes a universal language connecting cultures through its exquisite craftsmanship. The bond between sisters is beautifully captured in an oil painting from 1859. Their embroidered attire symbolizes not only sisterly love but also dedication to this timeless craft. A photograph taken around 1870 transports us to Paris' doorstep, revealing a woman engrossed in her embroidery work. Her concentration mirrors countless artisans who have found solace and joy within each needlework project throughout history. Le Vocabulaire Illustre illustrates various techniques used in broderie - from delicate stitches to elaborate designs - showcasing its versatility as both an art form and means of self-expression. From lithographs based on historical illustrations by Edmond Lechevallier-Chevignard emerges Gaston Jean Baptiste de France and George Frederic Auguste; their regal costumes embellished with opulent embroidery speak volumes about status and wealth during these eras. Not limited to nobility alone, even French peasants embraced broderie, as depicted in a lithograph from the 17th century.