Crinoline Collection

Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette in wedding costumes
Louis XVI, King of France (1754-1793, reigned 1774-1792) with his wife Marie Antoinette (1755-1793) in their wedding costumes at the ages of 15 and 14 respectively

Princess Alice of Great Britain & Grand Duke Louis of Hesse
Princess Alice (1843-1878), third child and second daughter of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert pictured here around the time of her marriage with her husband Grand Duke Louis IV of Hesse-Darmstadt

Queen Victoria / Dachshund
QUEEN VICTORIA Queen Victoria pictured at her desk, c.1865 in the company of one of her dachshunds, possibly Waldie

Marie Salle dancing, 1732, (1908). Creator: Unknown
Marie Salle dancing, 1732, (1908). Mlle. Salle Dansant (1732)

Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit by Matania
A Dickensian Christmas as imagined by the Italian-born artist, Fortunino Matania, who in his later career concentrated on historical genre subjects

Cinderella running away from the ball as midnight strikes. 20th century

L accoudee, 1856-57. Creator: Pierre-Louis Pierson
L accoudee, 1856-57

The Gaze, 1856-57. Creator: Pierre-Louis Pierson
The Gaze, 1856-57

Dona Marianna Stampa Parravicina (born 1612), Condesa di Segrate. Creator: Unknown
Dona Marianna Stampa Parravicina (born 1612), Condesa di Segrate

De l utilite de la crinoline pour frauder l octroi (On the usefulness of the crinoline to smugglers), 1857. Private Collection

Edward Vii / Alexandra / Son
EDWARD VII as Prince of Wales, with Alexandra and their first son, Victor (Albert duke of Clarence) circa 1865 Date: 1841 - 1910

Georgina, Countess of Dudley
Georgina Elizabeth (nee Moncreiffe), Countess of Dudley (1846 - 1929), society beauty and second wife of 1st Earl Dudley. Daughter of Sir Thomas Moncreiffe

Ludwig Ii / Sophie Charlot
KING LUDWIG II OF BAVARIA AND PRINCESS SOPHIE CHARLOTTE Seen during their engagement: the marriage was cancelled in strange circumstances

Woman in a crinoline dress on a greetings card
Woman in a crinoline dress in a garden on a greetings card, with verse below. Date: early 20th century

Womens fashions for May 1851
Womens Fashions for May 1851. 1851

Two women in the latest French fashions, sitting on a garden bench

W & M Howitt / Stereo Cdv
WILLIAM AND MARY HOWITT (Mary: nee BOTHAM) Writers - husband and wife

Eliz Gaskell / C De Visite
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell Writer

Portrait of a Seated Girl, about 1858. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugene Disderi
Portrait of a Seated Girl, about 1858

Les Voyageurs, 1866. Creator: Unknown
Les Voyageurs, 1866. Additional Info: A portrait of a man standing arm in arm with two women. The man is wearing a long coat and hat

Portrait of a woman, about 1860-1869. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a woman, about 1860-1869. Additional Info: Full length portrait of a woman standing with one arm resting on a short stack of books

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a dark dress with hands clasped in front of her

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a dark dress with her right hand held across her stomach

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of an old woman in a dark dress with her hands clasped in front of her

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a seated woman in a large dark dress with a hand to her chin

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a light dress with her right elbow and left hand on a bookcase

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a seated woman in a ruffled dress

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a flowing white dress

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a dark dress standing against a chair

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a long dark dress with her left arm resting on an ornate chair

Portrait of seated woman, about 1855-1865. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of seated woman, about 1855-1865. Additional Info: Portrait of a seated woman holding a hand fan in her lap. She is wearing a dress with wide sleeves and a full skirt of layered ruffles

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a seated woman in a dark dress with a shawl around her shoulders

Hyacinthe (Louis-Hyacinthe Duflost), about 1875-1887. Creator: Unknown
Hyacinthe (Louis-Hyacinthe Duflost), about 1875-1887. Additional Info: Portrait of an actor wearing a large hat with wide, curved brim. He is wearing a dark coat and a small ribbon neck tie

Portrait of a Woman, 1860s. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, 1860s. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a dark dress

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a standing woman turning away from the camera

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a standing woman in a dark dress with white bonnet

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman with a hat in a white dress with black trim

Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, late 19th century. Additional Info: Portrait of a woman in a dark dress with her hands resting on a table

Silhouette - Postcard Design
Romantic scene. Gentleman in top hat with lady in crinoline and bonnet wondering about love. Each holding the hand of Cupid. Date: 1920s

Silhouette - Postcard Design
Romantic scene. Suitor in Regency times, about to kiss the hand of a lady in a crinoline dress. Date: 1920s

Girl in Crinoline dress
1950s visual interpretation of a girl in a crinoline dress holding a sunshade. Date: 1950s

Group of people at a park with a lake, about 1870. Creator: Unknown
Group of people at a park with a lake, about 1870

The Old Oaken Bucket. about 1870-1880. Creator: Unknown
The Old Oaken Bucket. about 1870-1880

Que lui dirai-je? - What shall I write to him? - Was schreib ich ihm?, about 1860

Genre: man touching woman under the chin, another woman observing, about 1860

Tossing the pancake, Shrove Tuesday, Westminster School
Tossing the pancake on Shrove Tuesday at Westminster School, London. 19th century

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

Maria Luisa of Parma (1751-1819), Later Queen of Spain, 1765. Creator: Laurent Pecheux
Maria Luisa of Parma (1751-1819), Later Queen of Spain, 1765

Party hosts Mr Bryan Guinness (1905-1992) and his wife (Diana Mitford) in her Mariette Crinoline at their house in Buckingham Street

The Spitalfields mantua, 1750-55 (brocaded silk) (see also 2624433-4)
2624432 The Spitalfields mantua, 1750-55 (brocaded silk) (see also 2624433-4) by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: The Spitalfields mantua. Brocaded silk with woven flower motifs)

Princess Amelia Sophia Elenora, engraved by John Simon, 1720 (mezzotint)
2624558 Princess Amelia Sophia Elenora, engraved by John Simon, 1720 (mezzotint) by Maingo (fl.1720) (after); (add.info.: Her Highness Princess Amelia Sophia Elenora (1711-86), aged 9

Charlotte, Queen of Great Britain, 1800 (mezzotint)
2624514 Charlotte, Queen of Great Britain, 1800 (mezzotint) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88) (after); (add.info.: Queen Charlotte (1744-1818), accompanied by her papillon spaniel

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1866-67

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1865-66

Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1860-69. Creator: Gilquin fils
Fashion Plate - Petit Courrier des Dames Modes de Paris, 1860-69

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"Crinoline: A Fashionable Tale of Royalty, Romance, and Elegance" Step into the enchanting world of crinoline, where fashion meets history in a whirlwind of captivating stories. From Princess Alice of Great Britain and her love affair with Grand Duke Louis of Hesse to Queen Victoria's cherished dachshund by her side, it has witnessed it all. Picture Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette donning their opulent wedding costumes, their crinolines adding an air of grandeur to the occasion. In "Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit, " Matania brings alive the magic of Victorian England with characters adorned in exquisite crinoline gowns. Immerse yourself in Cinderella's fairytale as she flees from the ball, her billowing crinoline dress trailing behind her. Pierre-Louis Pierson captures moments frozen in time through his lens - "L'accoudee" and "The Gaze" depict women embracing the elegance bestowed upon them by their crinolines. Even royalty embraced this iconic fashion trend; Edward VII and Alexandra proudly display their son while Georgina, Countess of Dudley exudes grace in her resplendent attire. Ludwig II and Sophie Charlot epitomize romance against a backdrop adorned with delicate layers fabric. But it wasn't just nobility who reveled in its allure - a woman on a greetings card showcases how everyday individuals embraced this fashionable silhouette. And let us not forget Dona Marianna Stampa Parravicina, Condesa di Segrate - even centuries ago, she understood that nothing could rival the charm brought forth by a stunning crinoline gown. Crinoline weaves together tales from different eras; it is more than just a garment – it represents an era when femininity was celebrated through voluminous skirts that swayed gracefully with every step.