Chequerboard Collection

Two models in pastel tone knitwear (pale blue and pink), posing in a smart white interior with a black and white chequerboard linoleum floor

Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border
5892958 Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border, straw hat with swan plume, 1912 (stencil) by Brunelleschi

La Salle Verte, pub. Paris 1919 (pochoir print)
1123810 La Salle Verte, pub. Paris 1919 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

French soprano Mlle Virginie Dejazet as Mimi in the one-act vaudeville Grisettes by Scribe and Dupin at the Gymnase-Dramatique, 1823

Woman in walking dress - chequerboard surah - hand-painted
Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border, straw hat with swan plume

Draughts board with comic verse on a Christmas card
Draughts board with comic verse on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

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England, London, Westminster, Entrance to Arthur Murray basement dance Studios on Baker Street

Sir James Calthorpe, Gentleman
Sir James Calthorpe of Norfolk (1604-1652) -- Vera Effigies Jacobi Calthorpe de East Basham (ie Barsham) in Comitatu Norfolciae Armigeri

Advertisement for Cavendish boilers with female model (Pat Knight). 1959

Spithead Fort is one of the Martello Towers built in 1804 as a defence against the anticipated French invasion of England. They are retained as coastal defences Date: circa 1910

Leader Restaurant - Marietta, Ohio
Leader Restaurant and Coffee House - 248 Front Street, Marietta, Ohio Date: circa 1930s

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"Captivating in Chequerboard: A Fashionable Affair from 1912" Step into the past and witness the elegance of a bygone era with this captivating chequerboard ensemble. Picture a woman, adorned in a walking dress made of exquisite chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta, complete with a black velvet border that adds an air of sophistication. Her straw hat, embellished with a swan plume, perfectly complements her ensemble. Transport yourself to Paris in 1919 as you admire La Salle Verte's pochoir print featuring this fashionable trend. The French soprano Mlle Virginie Dejazet mesmerizes audiences as she embodies the character Mimi while wearing her own chequerboard attire. Marvel at another depiction of this timeless pattern on a Christmas card where draughts board meets comic verse. This playful combination brings joy during the festive season. The versatility extends beyond fashion and art; it even finds its place on advertisements for Cavendish boilers. These ads highlight how even practical items can embrace style through their design. Delve further into history and discover Sir James Calthorpe, embodying the essence of a true gentleman in his dapper chequerboard suit. His impeccable taste showcases how this pattern transcends time and remains eternally stylish. For those seeking unique patterns, look no further than repeating skeletons against a chequerboard background. This unexpected twist adds intrigue to any space or garment it graces. As we delve deeper into our exploration, let us not forget Spithead Fort - an architectural marvel adorned with intricate chequerwork detailing that stands tall against crashing waves and gusty winds. Chequered motifs have stood the test of time due to their ability to captivate hearts across various realms - be it fashion, art or architecture. Embrace this classic pattern and add an element of timeless charm to your world.