Brode Collection

Woman in English-style dress, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in English-style dress with laced bodice, era of Marie Antoinette. Robe a l Anglaise le corpsage lace par derriere. Copperplate etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot from Costumes et coiffures

King Louis XVI-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Gilt wood pelmet, gourgouran lambrequin and curtains, plush drapes, chair and window. Planche 18. Croisee Loius XVi

Gothic-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Carved wooden pelmet, velvet lambrequin, wool and silk satin curtain, damask wall hangings. Planche 7. Croisee Gothique

Chinese-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Gilt pelmet, damask valance, satin curtains with gold and silver decoration, embroidered silk wall decorations. Planche 3. Croisee Genre Chinois

Fancy dress costumes by Longhi, 1913
Fancy dress costumes by Longhi. Woman in damask dress trimmed with white, cape of black taffeta and lace. Travestissements d apres Longhi

Woman in evening gown of polka-dot linen decorated with lace and roses. Toilette de nuit en linon a pois garnie de dentelle et de petites roses

Woman in crepe de chine dress, cape of otter and skunk fur
Woman in white crepe de chine dress, cape of otter and skunk fur lined with floral pattern, skull cap with plumes. Robe de crepe de chine blanc garnie de renard, manteau de loutre et skunks

Man in evening suit with white waistcoat and silk gaiters
Man in evening suit with white bowtie and waistcoat and silk gaiters. Habit de soiree, gilet de pique blanc, chausettes de soie blanche

Woman in yellow chiffon night gown and hat getting into bed
Woman in yellow chiffon night gown and hat, bed with striped curtains, white doves in foreground. Costume et coiffure de nuit en mousseline jaune

Woman in embroidered dress of duvetin with otter trim, 1913
Woman in embroidered sheath dress of stained-glass-blue duvetyn twill fabric with otter fur trim and otter muff. Robe de duvetin bleu vitrail brodee au point lance et garnie de loutre

Woman in dress of corn-yellow velvet with black waistcoat
Woman in dress of corn-yellow velvet with little waistcoat of black velvet. Robe de velours mais, petite veste de velours noir bordee de vair

Woman in swimming costume in the sea with crab, 1913
Woman in swimming costume up to her ankles in the sea on a beach holding a crab. Costume de bain. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Fashionable woman sitting in front of a fireplace, 1800 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986575 Fashionable woman sitting in front of a fireplace, 1800 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman sitting in front of a fireplace)

TRAVEL DRESSES 1931
Two elegant dresses suitable for travel. One has a bodice of broderie a langlaise, the other uses a striped fabric to great effect. Date: March 1931

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"Step into the opulent world of 'Brode': A glimpse into the era of Marie Antoinette and King Louis XVI" Immerse yourself in a time long gone as you witness a woman adorned in an exquisite English-style dress, reminiscent of the elegance that defined Marie Antoinette's reign. The air is filled with whispers of grandeur and sophistication. As your eyes wander they can captivated by a majestic wall hanging inspired by King Louis XVI himself. Its intricate details transport you back to a bygone era, where royalty reigned supreme. But wait. There's more to discover. A Gothic-style wall hanging beckons your attention, evoking an aura of mystery and enchantment. It tells tales untold, inviting you to unravel its secrets. Intriguingly juxtaposed is a Chinese-style wall hanging from the same period - an exotic touch amidst European splendor. Its vibrant colors and delicate patterns offer glimpses into distant lands and cultures. The allure continues with fancy dress costumes designed by Longhi in 1913. These whimsical creations invite you to indulge in fantasy, transporting yourself to masquerade balls where dreams come true. A woman clad in an evening gown made from polka-dot linen catches your eye next - playful yet elegant; it embodies the spirit of carefree joy during those times. And there she is again – this time draped in crepe de chine dress with a cape crafted from otter and skunk fur. Such luxury knows no bounds as fashion meets extravagance seamlessly. Not forgetting our dapper gentlemen. Picture a man donning an evening suit complete with white waistcoat and silk gaiters – his refined appearance exudes timeless charm fit for any occasion. As night falls, we catch sight of another vision: A woman gracefully slipping into bed wearing a yellow chiffon nightgown topped off with an exquisite hat – even slumber becomes glamorous in the world of 'Brode.