Peplum Collection

Film silencieux
1699097 Film silencieux; (add.info.: Cleopatre Cleopatra de Gordon Edwards avec Theda Bara 1917 Film muet).

Paris Fashions for July, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Paris Fashions for July, 1860. 1. Walking Dress. Light grey striped silk robe...Scarf-mantelet of the same material as the dress, trimmed with a small flounced edging. Muslin collar and sleeves...2

Ancient Greece costume, wearing chiton, warrior with armour and helmet, white peplum tunic and himation robe. Date: circa 500 BC

Lady Bury, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Lady Bury, between 1855 and 1865

Hecuba and the Trojan women offering the Peplum to Athena, 1790-92 (plaster)
6343149 Hecuba and the Trojan women offering the Peplum to Athena, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy

Theophile Gautier and Maria Favart, sketch for the painting Rehearsal of
CHT382991 Theophile Gautier and Maria Favart, sketch for the painting Rehearsal of The Fluteplayer and The Diomedes wife in the atrium of the Pompeian house of Prince Napoleon, 18 Avenue Montaigne

Grecian youth philosopher and damsel, in the peplum (engraving)
5200816 Grecian youth philosopher and damsel, in the peplum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grecian youth philosopher and damsel, in the peplum)

Knitted outfit by Schiaparelli 1930
A beige and brown knitted tricot sweater with demure front buttons and a little basque that emerges from below the belt. 1930

Peplum (engraving)
3634596 Peplum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peplum. A long robe worn by Greek women)

Hecuba offering the peplum to Pallas Athena, 1790-92 (plaster)
3497492 Hecuba offering the peplum to Pallas Athena, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); 125x275 cm; Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy

Victory in a Peplos (bronze)
MIB122027 Victory in a Peplos (bronze) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); height: 97 cm; Private Collection; eWhitford Fine Art, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Porcia (marble)
3702631 Porcia (marble) by Mosca, Giovanni Maria (1493-c.1573); Franchetti Gallery, Ca D Oro, Venice, Veneto, Italy; eMark Edward Smith; Italian, out of copyright

Cabinet card of an unidentified woman photographed by J. P. Ball & Son, 1887-1900
A black-and-white photograph of an unidentified African-American woman photographed at the J. P. Ball & Son studio in Helena, Montana

GIRL IN STRIPES 1868
Girl: habit shirt with a puff at the sleeve top, skirt with pyramid trim, tunic with braces & peplum hem, small hat perched at the front of her head & blue boots. Date: 1868

Ladys headdress, c1290, (1910). Headdress of a well-to-do woman, consisting of a jewelled band, wimple and peplum showing modification in the early part of reign of Edward I

Effigy of Queen Eleanor, consort of Henry II, 13th century, (1910). Tomb effigy from the Abbey of Fontevrault in Aquitaine near Anjou in Normandy, showing regal dress of the end of the 12th century

Nina Ricci outfit, 1960
A model studies a fashion magazine while wearing a dress in flecked grey wool with a peplum overskirt giving a fashionable tiered effect by Nina Ricci, worn with a short bolero jacket. Date: 1960

Black lady dancing in white peplum dress in Nottingham
Nottingham. Black lady dancing in a white peplum dress, with English couple at NHS Christmas party.. Decorations on the ceiling. Date: 1960s

Polonaise Dresses 1882
Polonaise dresses: cross-over bodice, horizontal drapery & loosely pleated skirt with tucks & bow; bodice with velvet collar & cuffs & plaid under-skirt. Date: 1882

Brown or Blue Dress 1882
Front buttoning cuirasse bodices with 3/4 length sleeves & tie-back skirts with bustles. The brown dress has an apron front & checkerboard border, the blue has a peplum Date: 1882

Fashions May 1868
White paletot with peplum points. Girl: habit shirt with a puff at the sleeve top, skirt with pyramid trim, tunic with peplum skirt ends. N.B use of broad ribbon trimmings

Photo / Girl & Chair 1870S
Little girl wears a short dress cut low off the shoulders in a narrow horizontal striped fabric: full skirt, ribbon trim, buttoned bodice with long pointed basques

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Peplum, derived from the ancient Greek costume, has been a timeless fashion trend that continues to captivate us even today. Lady Bury, captured between 1855 and 1865 by an unknown artist, exudes elegance in her peplum attire. The influence of this style can be traced back to historical events such as Hecuba and the Trojan women offering the Peplum to Athena in 1790-92. Artists like Theophile Gautier and Maria Favart sketched scenes for their painting "Rehearsal of Grecian youth philosopher and damsel" where characters adorned themselves with peplums. This engraving showcases the versatility of this garment. In the early 20th century, renowned designer Schiaparelli introduced a knitted peplum outfit that revolutionized its popularity. This creation exemplified how fashion evolves while still paying homage to its roots. The significance of peplums is further emphasized through various artworks like "Victory in a Peplos, " a bronze sculpture depicting triumph draped in this iconic garment. Additionally, Porcia's marble statue portrays gracefulness enhanced by her elegant peplum dress. Photographs have also preserved moments showcasing women embracing this trend throughout history. A cabinet card featuring an unidentified woman photographed by J. P. Ball & Son captures her beauty and confidence radiating through her choice of clothing. One cannot overlook the charm brought about by stripes when combined with a peplum silhouette; as seen in "Girl in Stripes" from 1868 - it adds depth and character to any ensemble. From ancient Greece to modern times, the allure of peplums remains undeniable—a testament to its enduring appeal across centuries as it continues captivating hearts with its timeless elegance.