Fringes Collection

Wilhelmina Margaretha van den Bosch (1807-1874), Wife of Gerard Johan Verloren van Themaat, 1874

Unknown lady in Turkish costume, 18th century. Creator: Jean-Etienne Liotard
Unknown lady in Turkish costume, 18th century

Two women and a girl, May 1870. Creator: Jules David
Two women and a girl, May 1870. Fashion plate

Hat painted like a shell, 1800. Creator: Anon
Hat painted like a shell, 1800. Chapeau peint en Coquille'. Woman, seen from behind, in a short-sleeved dress with zig-zag decoration, and a train

Carl Browne, Organizer of Coxey's Army, c1894, (between 1911 and 1920). Creator: Harris & Ewing
Carl Browne, Organizer of Coxey's Army, c1894, (between 1911 and 1920). American cattle rancher, cartoonist, journalist and politician

Carl Browne, Organizer of Coxey's Army, 1894, (1913). Creator: Harris & Ewing
Carl Browne, Organizer of Coxey's Army, 1894, (1913). American cattle rancher, cartoonist, journalist and politician. A leader of the Coxey's Army protest movement of 1894....originator

Pan American Mass. Cardinal Gibbons, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Pan American Mass. Cardinal Gibbons, 1912
Pan American Mass. Cardinal Gibbons, 1912. [Roman Catholic service held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Washington, D.C.]

Dolly Madison Breakfast - Mrs. William F. Dennis; Mrs. Chase Riker; Mrs. Mann Barker, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Dolly Madison Breakfast - Mrs. William F. Dennis; Mrs. Chase Riker; Mrs. Mann Barker, 1912. Society occasion, USA. Wives of influential men - the older woman is wearing late 19th century bonnet

Paris Fashions for October, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Paris Fashions for October, 1854. White Crape and Blonde Bonnets, with pink feather-flowers underneath, which are very becoming to the complexion. Grenadine shawl, with Scotch border and fringe

Medicine bags, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Medicine bags, c1910. Four Piegan fringed leather containers hung on tripod

New Year's Reception at the White House, Washington - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862. Creator: Unknown
New Year's Reception at the White House, Washington - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862. New Year's Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the Americans generally

La Comtesse de Castiglione en Reine de la Nuit, 1863-67. Creator: Pierre-Louis Pierson
La Comtesse de Castiglione en Reine de la Nuit, 1863-67

Paris Fashions for August, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Paris Fashions for August, 1854. Bonnet of paille d'ltalie, or paille de riz of mallow colour, trimmed likewise upon the edges, with flowers like those of the interior, mingled with white blonde

Sitting Elk-Apsaroke, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Sitting Elk-Apsaroke, c1908. Sitting Elk, half-length portrait, facing front, holding staff his right hand

Holds The Enemy, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Holds The Enemy, c1908. Holds The Enemy, an Apsaroke man, half-length portrait, standing, facing front, wearing several shell necklaces, a beaded pouch about his waist, and holding a tomahawk

Sac & Fox, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Sac & Fox, between 1855 and 1865

Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Kiowa Indians, between 1855 and 1865

Crow Indian Chief, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Crow Indian Chief, between 1855 and 1865

Potawatomi chief and brave, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Potawatomi chief and brave, between 1855 and 1865

Festooned draperies from Grecian consoles in black and gold
6339826 Festooned draperies from Grecian consoles in black and gold by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Festooned draperies from Grecian consoles in black and gold)

War Shirt, 1830 / 40. Creator: Unknown
War Shirt, 1830/40. Shirt made of deer hide, decorated with ermine tails, glass pony beads, hair, porcupine quills and trade cloth. Upper Missouri River Tribe

Dance Skirt and Apron, 1850 / 60. Creator: Unknown
Dance Skirt and Apron, 1850/60. Yurok or Hupa, Northern California coast, United States

Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Jean Peszel
Dress, c. 1938

Dress, c. 1939. Creator: Jean Peszel
Dress, c. 1939

Shawl, c. 1939. Creator: Jean Peszel
Shawl, c. 1939

Hand Puppet, c. 1936. Creator: David Ramage
Hand Puppet, c. 1936

Woven Coverlet, c. 1936. Creator: Dorothy Posten
Woven Coverlet, c. 1936

Table Cover, c. 1937. Creator: Dorothy Posten
Table Cover, c. 1937

Leather Masonic apron owned by H. C. Anderson, mid 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Reverend Henry Clay Anderson was an African-American pastor, teacher, veteran, and photographer, best known for capturing the lives of the black middle class of Greenville

Spain, 1915 (colour litho)
472967 Spain, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancing girl representing Spain; from a series of Dancing Girls of the World)

Advert, C Bond & Son, Hair designers and Hairdressers
Advert, C Bond & Son, Artistic Hair Designers and Court Hairdressers, New Bond Street, London. 1897

Pages from 1899 Price List, Upholstery, Trimmings &c, 1899 (litho)
2972916 Pages from 1899 Price List, Upholstery, Trimmings &c, 1899 (litho) by English School, (19th century); 26.8x18.7 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Dalton)

Fringes of the Fragrant Woods (colour litho)
5201957 Fringes of the Fragrant Woods (colour litho) by Benger or Berenger, Ernest (1868-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fringes of the Fragrant Woods)

Jewish taled, with its "Fringes, "adapted from Picart (engraving)
5202167 Jewish taled, with its " Fringes, " adapted from Picart (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jewish taled, with its " Fringes)

Banner with motto of the National Association of Colored Womens Clubs, ca. 1924
A purple silk banner with gold fringe and the National Association of Colored Womens Clubs motto, " LIFTING / AS / WE CLIMB" painted in large gold letters

Chan-ku-wash-te-mine (Good Road Woman), ca. 1887. Creator: Antonio Zeno Shindler
Chan-ku-wash-te-mine (Good Road Woman), ca. 1887

Pillow sham with Tuskegee Flying School poem, 1941-1946. Creator: Unknown
The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of primarily African American fighter and bomber pilots who fought in World War II. A square-shaped silk pillow sham used by the Tuskegee Flying School

Banner used by the Oklahoma Federation of Colored Womens Clubs, ca. 1924
A purple silk banner with gold fringe created for the Oklahoma Federation of Colored Womens Clubs. The message " OKLAHOMA / FEDERATION / OF / COLORED WOMEN / 1910" is painted across

Samuel Washington Woodhouse, 1857. Creator: Edward Bowers
Samuel Washington Woodhouse, 1857

White Man in Chippewa Costume, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: George Prince
White Man in Chippewa Costume, late 19th-early 20th century

Evening shawl, possibly French, 1875-85. Creator: Unknown
Evening shawl, possibly French, 1875-85

Gloves, British, 1680-1710. Creator: Unknown
Gloves, British, 1680-1710

Gauntlets, British, 1680-1710. Creator: Unknown
Gauntlets, British, 1680-1710

Pouch, American, third quarter 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Pouch, American, third quarter 19th century

Pouch, American, 1840-60. Creator: Unknown
Pouch, American, 1840-60

Evening slippers, British, 1845-65. Creator: Hobbs
Evening slippers, British, 1845-65

Parasol, American, third quarter 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Parasol, American, third quarter 19th century

Parasol, American, ca. 1870. Creator: Unknown
Parasol, American, ca. 1870

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"Fringes: A Timeless Fashion Statement" Fringes, the epitome of elegance and style, have adorned garments and accessories throughout history. From the La Comtesse de Castiglione's majestic Reine de la Nuit gown to the Oetzmann Advertisement showcasing its allure, they have captivated fashion enthusiasts for centuries. Even Native American tribes embraced this trend, as seen in the stunning portraits of Sac & Fox, Kiowa Indians Lone Wolf and his wife Etla, Crow Indian Chief, and Potawatomi chief and brave. These images showcase how they were not only a fashionable choice but also held cultural significance. The versatility is evident in various forms - from festooned draperies on Grecian consoles exuding opulence to war shirts displaying strength and bravery. Dance skirts with intricate fringe detailing add movement to every step while aprons provide a touch of femininity. In more recent times, designers like Jean Peszel incorporated fringes into their creations. The dresses from 1938 and 1939 exhibit how they are bring glamour to any era. The shawl from the same period showcases how this timeless embellishment can elevate even simple accessories. Whether it's a historical masterpiece or a modern-day ensemble, fringes continue to make an impact on fashion trends. Their ability to add texture, movement, and drama makes them an essential element in creating unforgettable looks. So embrace the allure - let them sway gracefully as you walk through life with confidence and style.