Garment Collection (page 8)

The Himation. A Garment Worn in Greece and Rome Between 550 B. C. and 300 A. D. 1924
The Himation. A Garment Worn in Greece and Rome Between 550 B.C. and 300 A.D. 1924. From " Costume & Fashion - The Evolution of European Dress Through the Earlier Ages", by Herbert Norris

Don Quixote, Curate and barber disgusing themselves, William Hogarth
Vintage engraving of the Curate and barber disgusing themselves to convey Don Quixote home, William Hogarth

Vanity Fair Print of William Henry Gregory
Victorian caricature of William Henry Gregory, an Anglo-Irish writer and politician. By James Tissot. Vanity Fair 1871

Vanity Fair Print of Robert Grosvenor, 1st Baron Ebury
Victorian caricature of Robert Grosvenor, 1st Baron Ebury, a British courtier and Whig politician. He served as Comptroller of the Household between 1830 and 1834

Spanish Lady, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Persian Lady, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Polish gentleman, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

John III Sobieski, King of Poland (1629-1696), color engraving 1870

Woman of a Polish affluent from Krakow, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Daughter of Boyar Great Duke of Moscow in the Modern Age, color engraving 1870

Polish Princess, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Lord of the Court of Ethiopia, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Peasant Woman from Lombardy, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Vincentian Noble Lady, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Princess of Bavaria, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Woman from Villettri, near Rome, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Prussian housekeeper with a party dress, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Great Swiss personage, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Noble lady of Antwerp, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Young at Cologne, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Distinguished Turkish woman in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Noble Lady of Venice, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Noble Lady of northern Germany, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Grand Duchess of Venice, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Duke of Venice, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Turkish Princesa, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Knights of the Compagnia della Calza, responsible for organizing festivals such as Carnival, color engraving 1870

Japanese officer in street clothes, color engraving 1870

Young woman from Hardanger (Norway), color engraving 1870

Greek Lady, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Turkish Princess, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Mulatto woman from Martinique island, Color engraving 1870

Women from Vialka (Russia) color engraving 1870

Woman from Kaluga (Russia) color engraving 1870

Man from Valencia, color engraving 1870

Circassian young man, color engraving 1870

Hindustan dancer woman, in the modern age, color engraving 1870

Woman from Cervera (Kingdom of Naples), color engraving 1870

Young woman from the Canton Unterwald (Switzerland), color engraving 1870

Greek Dancer woman, color engraving 1870

Greek young woman, color engraving, 1870

Chemakha woman, color engraving 1870

Greek Princess, color engraving 1870

Khatchadour D Hohannes, officer of the Royal Prince of Persia, color engraving 1870

Florist in Hamburg, color engraving 1870

Dutch gardener woman, color engraving 1870

English ladies, color engraving 1870

Lady from Cairo, color engraving 1870

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"From Little Miss Natty Fingers to Fashionable Women: A Journey Through Garments" Step into the world of garments as we explore a captivating collection of fashion moments throughout history. In Muriel Dawson's enchanting illustration, "Little Miss Natty Fingers, " we witness the delicate artistry involved in creating beautiful garments. The attention to detail is evident, just like in the English Rose dream corselette advert from 1952, where elegance and comfort intertwine seamlessly. Traveling further back in time, we encounter Senora De Guadalupe draped in traditional attire that reflects her rich cultural heritage. Similarly, women's clothing for May 1913 showcases the evolving trends and styles that captivated ladies during this era. The year 1913 was undoubtedly a pinnacle moment for fashion as fashionable women proudly showcased their new creations with confidence and grace. Meanwhile, an African woman pounding grain reminds us of how they can also serve practical purposes while still embracing tradition. Even those who protect and serve have their own unique garment stories to tell. In April 1939, a policeman's uniform symbolized authority and respect within society. But it's not only about women; men too have left their mark on the garment industry. Picture a man sitting amidst bales of hay wearing long underwear – an unexpected yet intriguing sight that adds character to his surroundings. Royalty has always been associated with exquisite garments, such as Queen Anne of Cleves' regal attire which exuded power and grandeur during her reign. Peter Robinson's gentlemen's clothing advertisement from 1895 takes us back even further when style was synonymous with sophistication and refinement among men. However, not all depictions were serious; Victorian satirical cartoons often poked fun at societal norms through exaggerated characters like "The Modern Damsel. " These illustrations remind us that fashion has always had its playful side too.