Historical Clothing Collection

Anne of Cleves
" Vintage engraving of Anne of Cleves by Hans Hobein. A German noblewoman and the fourth wife of Henry VIII of England and as such she was Queen of England from 6 January 1540 to 9 July 1540

Vintage painting of Frederick the Great of Prussia
Vintage painting of Frederick the Great. Frederick II was the King of Prussia from 1740 until 1786. Original painted by Wilhelm Camphausen, 1870

Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750), 1746 (oil on canvas)
FIA5378340 Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750), 1746 (oil on canvas) by Haussmann, Elias Gottleib (1695-1774); Museum fur Geschichte de Stadt Leipzig

Petty Officers and Seamen of the Royal Navy, 1891
Vintage colour engraving of Petty Officers and Seamen of the British Royal Navy, dressed in various styles of military uniform. The Graphic, 1891

In Greek mythology, Hestia was the goddess of the hearth and one of the 12 Olympian deities

Bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius

Queen Anne of Cleves
Vintage coloured engraving from 1875 showing the costume of Queen Anne of Cleves the wife of King Henry VIII of England [b]View More:[/b] [url=http://www.istockphoto.com/file_search.php

Austria, Stagecoach travel, ink drawing
Austria - 19th century. Coach. Ink drawing

England, London, Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809
England, 19th century. London. Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809

Advertisement for car depicting La Belle Otero at wheel and Michel Zelete, valet of marquis of Dijon beside her
France, 20th century. De Dion Bouton Petit voiture 6 chevaux. Advertisment for a car depicting La Belle Otero at the wheel and Michel Zelete, valet of the marquis of Dijon beside her

Red-figure pottery, Krater portraying Eumenides of Aeschyluss tragedy, Apollo defends Oreste from Fury
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Krater portraying Eumenides of Aeschyluss tragedy. Apollo defends Oreste from the Fury

Red-figure pottery, Epinetron by Eretria Painter depicting woman at her toilet, detail
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Epinetron by the Eretria Painter depicting woman at her toilet. Detail

Perseus, a hero of Greek mythology, became famous for killing Medusa, a monster with hair of snakes and wings of leather

Victorian satirical cartoon - The modern damsel
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon. The modern damsel

Illustration from London Underground World War I
During the war women did many jobs which previously had been considered only suitable for men. The Gatewoman. At the bottom are the soldiers in France who would have been doing this job in peacetime

General strike in Britain, May 1926. John Bull telling the Trades Union Council that Britain would resist strike action. Cartoon by Bernard Partridge from " Punch", London, 12 May 1926

Mosaic depicting School of Athens, from Pompei, Italy
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Mosaic depicting the School of Athens. From Pompei, Italy

Vanity Fair Print - Thomas Erskine May 1st Baron Farnborough
Victorian caricature of Thomas Erskine May, 1st Baron Farnborough. By Ape (Carlo Pellegrini). Vanity Fair 1871

France, Paris, Greek War of Independence, Insurrection flag
Greece - 19th century - War of Independence. Insurrection flag 1821

Lid of a cinerary urn with a portrait of a reclining young man, 400 / 375 B. C. bronze
Lid of a cinerary urn with a portrait of a reclining young man, 400/375 B.C. bronze 5th-4th century B.C. Etruscan art

Leibig card depicting mother and daughter on a Beach, France, 1900
3666032 Leibig card depicting mother and daughter on a Beach, France, 1900 by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Leibig card depicting mother and daughter on a Beach)

French art-deco, postcard depicting a young woman, 1900
3665663 French art-deco, postcard depicting a young woman, 1900 by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: French postcard depicting a young man drinking 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

French postcard dated circa, 1900, showing a young girl gesturing silence
3665654 French postcard dated circa, 1900, showing a young girl gesturing silence by French Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: French postcard dated circa 1900)

Vintage, French, postcard depicting a woman sitting in her bedroom, 1900
3666047 Vintage, French, postcard depicting a woman sitting in her bedroom, 1900 by French Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage, French)

Vintage, French, postcard depicting a pensive woman in a red medieval costume, 1900
3666039 Vintage, French, postcard depicting a pensive woman in a red medieval costume, 1900 by French Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage, French)

Portrait of Stendhal french novelist (litho)
864887 Portrait of Stendhal french novelist (litho) by Longuet, Alexandre Marie (1795-1851); (add.info.: Stendahl, pseudonym of Henri Marie Beyle (1783-1842) French novelist

illustration showing Saint Simon and Saint Paul
3666073 illustration showing Saint Simon and Saint Paul.; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured woodblock illustration showing Saint Simon and Saint Paul.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary
3666098 French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Peddler selling prints in street, 17th century, London
2603869 Peddler selling prints in street, 17th century, London; (add.info.: Peddler selling printed ballads in the street. 17th century London).

Oliver Cromwell (1599 - 1658), 19th century (engraving)
2603847 Oliver Cromwell (1599 - 1658), 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Oliver Cromwell (1599 - 1658) English soldier and statesman, with his wife, standing in front a portrait of Charles I

19th Century illustration of family at breakfast
673490 19th Century illustration of family at breakfast; (add.info.: Family at Beakfast, 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century statuary
673322 19th century statuary; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Statuary); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Christopher Teesdale, major
672683 Christopher Teesdale, major; (add.info.: Christopher Teesdale - Woodbury Major-General Sir Christopher Charles Teesdale (1 June 1833 - 1 December 1893)

Frank Lockwood, lawyer
672734 Frank Lockwood, lawyer; (add.info.: Frank Lockwood - Woodbury Sir Frank Lockwood (15 July 1846 - 18 December 1897) was an English lawyer

William Page Wood, lawyer
672679 William Page Wood, lawyer; (add.info.: William Page Wood, 1st Baron Hatherley (29 November 1801 - 10 July 1881) was a British lawyer

Henry Ponsonby, soldier
672676 Henry Ponsonby, soldier; (add.info.: Henry Ponsonby -Woodbury Sir Henry Frederick Ponsonby (10 December 1825 - 21 November 1895)

Dr Henry ware, anglican bishop
672684 Dr Henry ware, anglican bishop; (add.info.: Rev Dr Ware, Henry Ware (22 June 1830 - 16 April 1909) was the inaugural Anglican Bishop of Barrow-in-Furness from 1889 until his death in 1909

Officer of Royal Irish Fusiliers, Crimean War
673436 Officer of Royal Irish Fusiliers, Crimean War; (add.info.: Officer of Royal Irish Fusiliers during world War One); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Officer of Grenadier Guards during Crimean War
673434 Officer of Grenadier Guards during Crimean War; (add.info.: Officer of Grenadier Guards during world War One); Universal History Archive/UIG.

UK, England, 19th century letterbox
673412 UK, England, 19th century letterbox; (add.info.: Letterbox seen from inside St Martin's 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

England, 19th century, St Martin's le Grand
673407 England, 19th century, St Martin's le Grand; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Scene at St Martin's le Grand in London); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration of girl posting letter
673399 19th century illustration of girl posting letter; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Posting a letter); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration of girl posting letter
673397 19th century illustration of girl posting letter; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Posting a letter); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century post office and village shop
673387 19th century post office and village shop; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Post Office and Village shop); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century village postmistress
673385 19th century village postmistress; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Village postmistress); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century mounted postboy
673362 19th century mounted postboy; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Mounted postboy); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century carpenter
673350 19th century carpenter; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Carpenter); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of historical clothing. From the regal elegance of Queen Anne of Cleves to the flamboyant attire depicted in vintage paintings, fashion has always been a reflection of society's values and aspirations. Take a glimpse at Anne of Cleves, whose portrait showcases her exquisite gown adorned with intricate embroidery. Her attire speaks volumes about her status as royalty and the opulence that surrounded her. In another era, Johann Sebastian Bach graced us with his musical genius, but it is his 1746 oil painting that captures our attention today. Dressed in traditional garments, he exudes an air of sophistication and refinement. Travel further back in time to witness Frederick the Great of Prussia through a vintage painting. His elaborate ensemble reflects not only his position as a monarch but also serves as a symbol of power and authority. Venturing into satire, we encounter Victorian cartoons mocking societal norms. "The modern damsel" portrays women donning extravagant dresses with exaggerated proportions, highlighting both their desire for fashion-forwardness and societal expectations placed upon them. Fast forward to the turn-of-the-century automobile advertisement featuring La Belle Otero at the wheel alongside Michel Zelete. Their fashionable outfits epitomize elegance while capturing the spirit of adventure associated with early motoring. Delve deeper into history with Marcus Aurelius' bust—a testament to ancient Roman fashion sensibilities. The intricately carved details on his garment showcase craftsmanship unparalleled even by today's standards. The Remy Family painting by Januarius Zick transports us to 1776 when lavish fabrics draped over men and women alike were considered essential elements for portraying wealth and social standing during this period. Thomas Erskine May, 1st Baron Farnborough immortalized in Vanity Fair Print exemplifies nineteenth-century British aristocracy through his impeccably tailored suit—a symbol synonymous with power within political circles. Greek mythology comes alive through red-figure pottery depicting a woman at her toilet.