Nationa Costume Collection

A for Alsatian and Harlequin, around 1920 (print)
8600164 A for Alsatian and Harlequin, around 1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); 31x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Alphabet du bal costume", Hachette, publisher)

Loch Coruisk, Isle of Skye, 1832 (watercolour and pencil on paper)
7528566 Loch Coruisk, Isle of Skye, 1832 (watercolour and pencil on paper) by Robson, George Fennel (1788-1833); 45x30 cm; Gallery Oldham

Fashion, eer older Spanish costume, after a painting by Titian 1533, and eer feer Spanier 1550
7278109 Fashion, eer older Spanish costume, after a painting by Titian 1533, and eer feer Spanier 1550; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fashion, eer older Spanish costume)

Malagasy mother with baby, c.1910 (b/w photo)
7292897 Malagasy mother with baby, c.1910 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Geography. Madagascar. Malagasy mother holding her baby. Photo, Madagascar, ca 1910.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Bretonnes, c. 1895 (plaster vase)
8890346 Bretonnes, c. 1895 (plaster vase) by Serusier, Paul (1864-1927); Height: 27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: by Paul Serusier); Photo © Christie's Images.

An Idle Moment 1890 (Oil on canvas)
8766573 An Idle Moment 1890 (Oil on canvas) by Knight, Daniel Ridgway (1839-1924); 94.6x120.3 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

Mushrooms traders, 1854 (litho)
8698335 Mushrooms traders, 1854 (litho) by Pingret, Edouard (1788-1875); (add.info.: Food and beverage. Ceps mushrooms (porcini) traders in Pau, Pyrenees, France. Litho by E

Cowherd in Switzerland, 19th century (engraving)
7293207 Cowherd in Switzerland, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Agriculture. Cowherd in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. Engraving, France, XIXth cent.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Feticheur in Senegal, 1920-30 (photo)
7292902 Feticheur in Senegal, 1920-30 (photo); (add.info.: Geography. Senegal. Youg feticheur (witch) woman. Photo, Senegal, ca 1920-30.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Fish-skin helmet, c.1800-1900 (fish skin)
7264988 Fish-skin helmet, c.1800-1900 (fish skin); Manchester Museum, The University of Manchester, England; (add.info.: Helmet made from a large Porcupine fish)

Sunday bonnets at the Navigators Islands (Samoa), Apia Bay, September 14 1849 (watercolour)
7295602 Sunday bonnets at the Navigators Islands (Samoa), Apia Bay, September 14 1849 (watercolour) by Fanshawe, Admiral Sir Edward Gennys (1814-1906); 19.4x32.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Finnish woman in holiday clothes, ca 1850 (Engraving)
7422822 Finnish woman in holiday clothes, ca 1850 (Engraving); (add.info.: Geography. Finland. Finnish woman. in holiday clothes. Engraving, Russia, ca 1850.); © Archives Charmet.

Old couple in traditional costumes, Oberammergau, Bavaria, Germany (postcard)
7377720 Old couple in traditional costumes, Oberammergau, Bavaria, Germany (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Allgauer Volksleben, Kasspatzen, the favorite dish of the Alpler and hackers (postcard)
7377815 Allgauer Volksleben, Kasspatzen, the favorite dish of the Alpler and hackers (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Nordlingen in Swabia, Rieser costumes, man and woman (postcard)
7377792 Nordlingen in Swabia, Rieser costumes, man and woman (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Nix ubern Maibock, man in costume with pipe and beer glass (postcard)
7377791 Nix ubern Maibock, man in costume with pipe and beer glass (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Two children in Bavarian costumes in the water (postcard)
7377786 Two children in Bavarian costumes in the water (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Ohrdruf in the Thuringian district of Gotha, view of the commercial bank (postcard)
7377775 Ohrdruf in the Thuringian district of Gotha, view of the commercial bank (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Man and woman in Bavarian costume, dancing in circles (postcard)
7377766 Man and woman in Bavarian costume, dancing in circles (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

View of Berchtesgaden, Bavaria, with woman in national costume (postcard)
7377763 View of Berchtesgaden, Bavaria, with woman in national costume (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Bad Tolz in the Isar Valley in Upper Bavaria (postcard)
7377762 Bad Tolz in the Isar Valley in Upper Bavaria (postcard); (add.info.: market street with Marienbrunnen, children, cars); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Bavarian Schuhplattler (postcard)
7377761 Bavarian Schuhplattler (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Farmers milking cows in the Zugspitze mountain range (postcard)
7377758 Farmers milking cows in the Zugspitze mountain range (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Lovers at a Balcony in Bavaria (postcard)
7377753 Lovers at a Balcony in Bavaria (postcard); (add.info.: wearing traditional costumes); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Schliersee Oberbayern, costumes, general view of the village (postcard)
7377750 Schliersee Oberbayern, costumes, general view of the village (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Nesselwang in the Swabian district of Ostallgau, view of the village, costume, church (postcard)
7377748 Nesselwang in the Swabian district of Ostallgau, view of the village, costume, church (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Lovers in traditional costumes, Bavaria (postcard)
7377743 Lovers in traditional costumes, Bavaria (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Bavarian lovers at a balcony (postcard)
7377740 Bavarian lovers at a balcony (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Flower sellers in Bavarian costumes (postcard)
7377734 Flower sellers in Bavarian costumes (postcard); (add.info.: "Kauft's uns a Bleam'l ab"); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Group photo GTEV Alpspitzler, Nesselwang Allgau, Bavaria, Germany (b/w photo)
7377729 Group photo GTEV Alpspitzler, Nesselwang Allgau, Bavaria, Germany (b/w photo); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Boy in Bavarian costume (b/w photo)
7377728 Boy in Bavarian costume (b/w photo); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Procession with Virgin Mary figure, Bavaria (postcard)
7377727 Procession with Virgin Mary figure, Bavaria (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Man in Berchtesgaden traditional costume (b/w photo)
7377725 Man in Berchtesgaden traditional costume (b/w photo); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Girl in costume in Prien Chiemsee, Upper Bavaria (postcard)
7377721 Girl in costume in Prien Chiemsee, Upper Bavaria (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Groszes Oberbayrisches Theatre, Schlierseer and Tegernseer, Bavaria (postcard)
7377801 Groszes Oberbayrisches Theatre, Schlierseer and Tegernseer, Bavaria (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa. 1885 (engraving)
6947909 Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa. 1885 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa)

Picture series Japan, Geishas or dancers in a tea house in Tokyo, Liebig picture
7277963 Picture series Japan, Geishas or dancers in a tea house in Tokyo, Liebig picture; Private Collection; (add.info.: Picture series Japan, Geishas or dancers in a tea house in Tokyo)

Portrait of a Pahari woman, India 1900 (photo)
5315097 Portrait of a Pahari woman, India 1900 (photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: India 1900. The wrinkled, careworn face of this Pahari, or hill-woman)

The Last Price, 1895 (oil on canvas)
XOS5865286 The Last Price, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Arter, John Charles (1860-1923); 79x56 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: By John Charles Arter).

Selim Kahn III, from Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1815 (mezzotint, hand-coloured with brush and w/c)
5862159 Selim Kahn III, from Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1815 (mezzotint, hand-coloured with brush and w/c) by Young, John (1755-1825); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

War Shirt, 1830-40 (deer hide, ermine tails, glass pony beads, hair, porcupine quills, and trade cloth)
5862026 War Shirt, 1830-40 (deer hide, ermine tails, glass pony beads, hair, porcupine quills, and trade cloth) by Native American, (19th century); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Hunter and Indian Guide, 1869 (oil on canvas)
XOS5882164 Hunter and Indian Guide, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Woodhouse, C.L. (19th century); 64.5x78.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by C. L. Woodhouse).

Italian Scene (oil on fabric)
XOS5879767 Italian Scene (oil on fabric) by Robert, Louis Leopold (1794-1835); 55.5x46 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Leopold Robert).

Portrait of peasant, Abruzzo, Italy, c.1900 (b/w photo)
8618995 Portrait of peasant, Abruzzo, Italy, c.1900 (b/w photo) by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: By Francesco Paolo Michetti); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Advertising poster for the Byrrh aperitif in 1866 (lithograph)
PCT4257065 Advertising poster for the Byrrh aperitif in 1866 (lithograph); (add.info.: Byrrh aperitif is a natural sweet wine produced in Thuir (Pyrenees Orientales/Roussillon)

Advertising poster for the aperitive Byrrh, 1866 (poster)
PCT4258986 Advertising poster for the aperitive Byrrh, 1866 (poster); (add.info.: Advertising poster for the drink Byrrh, an aperitif flavored with quinquina)

Marco Polo welcomed to the court of the great Khan, 19th century (engraving)
NWI4901828 Marco Polo welcomed to the court of the great Khan, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Marco Polo welcomed to the court of the great Khan (Khoubilai Khan, Mongolian chief) 14th century

Tyrol, Innsbruck: portrait of two young women in traditional costume from Innsbruck, 1875
LUX4718356 Tyrol, Innsbruck: portrait of two young women in traditional costume from Innsbruck, 1875; (add.info.: Tyrol, Innsbruck: portrait of two young women in traditional costume from Innsbruck)

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of National Costumes: A Glimpse into History and Culture" Step back in time with a captivating collection of images that unveil the beauty and diversity of national costumes from around the world. From portraits capturing renowned figures like Gabriel Hanotaux, to stunning architectural marvels such as Harlaxton Manor, this visual journey is bound to leave you enthralled. Delve into the late 19th century through a mesmerizing portrait of French historian Gabriel Hanotaux. His dignified presence exudes an air of intellectual prowess, reminding us that national costumes are not merely garments but reflections of identity and heritage. As we move forward, our gaze falls upon Harlaxton Manor's front entrance framed by an enchanting forecourt screen. This majestic manor stands as a testament to British history and its grandeur serves as a backdrop for showcasing traditional attire. Edouard Manet's portrait transports us further into the past, offering glimpses into artistic expressions intertwined with fashion. The painter's brush strokes capture not only his subject's likeness but also their essence within their national costume. Venturing beyond Europe, Waldeck's original artwork takes us on an expedition through Mesoamerica. Box 10 out of 22 reveals intricate prints depicting Goddess Teoyaomqui alongside porphyry sacrificial stones—a vivid representation of ancient rituals preserved through artistry. The allure continues with scenes from daily life at Carlisle Indian School in 1911. Witnessing students leaving home clad in chromolitho outfits showcases how national costumes played an integral role in cultural preservation during times of assimilation. Traveling southwards, we encounter Mexican Indians adorned in vibrant holiday dress—an explosion of colors that celebrate tradition and festivity. These watercolor depictions transport us to another era where indigenous communities proudly showcased their rich heritage through clothing. Further explorations take us across South America after its conquest, where indigenous people in Carthagena don their national costumes.