Plumed Collection

Nubians in Ancient Egypt
Nubians from the south bring tribute to the Egyptian Pharaoh; they wear a variety of clothing - skirts short or long, tunics, animal skins, and plumed headgear

The Conference of Kaw Indians with the United States Governm
Image showing the Kaw native American Indians appealing to the United States Commissioner of Indian Affairs to protect their land from settlers, 1857

English Royalists 1640-9
English Royalist soldiers: doublet & breeches, lace falling collars, lace-edged boot hose tops, bucket-top boots, plumed hats, cloak

Court gowns by Reville
Court gowns approved by King George V and Queen Mary for presentation at court in the year 1926. Designed by Reville of Hanover Square. Date: 1926

Pope Pius X watching the airplane of Andre Beaumont flying over Rome from the Vatican terrace
XIR346342 Pope Pius X watching the airplane of Andre Beaumont flying over Rome from the Vatican terrace, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

18th French Court Dress
Man: trunk hose, doublet, ruff & boots that reach over the knees. Woman: gown with a square neckline & tucker, voluminous sleeves & reverse cuffs & a plumed hat

Ten Musicians with Trumpets, from the Triumphal Procession of the Emperor Maximilian I, c
XJF447332 Ten Musicians with Trumpets, from the Triumphal Procession of the Emperor Maximilian I, c.1517 (woodcut) by Burgkmair

Figure of eight moth, Diloba caeruleocephala, white admiral, Limenitis arthemis, chimney sweeper, Odezia atrata
FLO4638810 Figure of eight moth, Diloba caeruleocephala, white admiral, Limenitis arthemis, chimney sweeper, Odezia atrata, red arches moth, Callimorpha miniata, brown plumed moth

Woman in fancy dress costume as rooster, le coq, in crested hat, feathered mini dress, and plumed tail
FLO4684619 Woman in fancy dress costume as rooster, le coq, in crested hat, feathered mini dress, and plumed tail. Lithograph by unknown artist with stencil handcolouring from " Nos

Comma butterfly, Polygonia c-album (a-d), six-spot burnet moth, Zygaena filipendulae (e-i), and white plumed moth
FLO4638628 Comma butterfly, Polygonia c-album (a-d), six-spot burnet moth, Zygaena filipendulae (e-i), and white plumed moth, Pterophorus pentadactylus (k-q)

Woman in fancy dress costume as a dandy, le chicard, with plumed hat, false nose, red shirt, white pants and gloves
FLO4684601 Woman in fancy dress costume as a dandy, le chicard, with plumed hat, false nose, red shirt, white pants and gloves, and high boots with spurs

King Geo., Poincare & wives, 10 Jul 1917. Creator: Bain News Service. King Geo., Poincare & wives, 10 Jul 1917
King Geo., Poincare & wives, 10 Jul 1917. King George V and Queen Mary, President of France Raymond Poincare´ and Madame Henriette, Edward, Prince of Wales; Sir Douglas Haig and Sir Francis Bertie

A Guardroom, 1616-1673. Creator: Anthonie Palamedesz
A Guardroom, 1616-1673

Card Players, 1609-1636. Creators: Gerard van Kuijl, Johannes Swinderen, Valentin de Boulogne
Card Players, 1609-1636

Frederika Sophia Wilhelmina of Prussia (1751-1820), Wife of Prince Willem V, 1770. Creator: Benjamin Samuel Bolomey
Frederika Sophia Wilhelmina of Prussia (1751-1820), Wife of Prince Willem V, 1770

Portrait study of Captain J.J.P. van Munnick, 1819-1860. Creator: Nicolaas Pieneman
Portrait study of Captain J.J.P. van Munnick, 1819-1860

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Dame en Habit de Chasse, 1670. Creator: Nicolas Bonnart
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Dame en Habit de Chasse, 1670

A Bearded Man Wearing a Turban/Man in oriental Costume, 1756. Creator: Georg Friedrich Schmidt
A Bearded Man Wearing a Turban/Man in oriental Costume, 1756

The Prince of Wales at landing at Gibraltar, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876. Creator: C.R
The Prince of Wales at landing at Gibraltar, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876. The future King Edward VII travels via the Mediterranean on his return from a royal visit to India

Hedvig Katarina de la Gardie, 1732-1800, mid-late 18th century. Creator: Jakob Bjorck
Hedvig Katarina de la Gardie, 1732-1800, mid-late 18th century

Mars, 17th century. Creator: Giovanni Francesco Romanelli
Mars, 17th century

Ketty Rindskopf, c1870s. Creator: Ernst Josephson
Ketty Rindskopf, c1870s

Melchior, early 17th century. Creator: Jacques Bellange
Melchior, early 17th century

Fashion Plate (Evening Dresses), 1803. Creator: Unknown
Fashion Plate (Evening Dresses), 1803. From The Lady's Monthly Museum

Jeanne Parmentier, 1634-1710, married De Geer, 1656. Creator: Bartholomeus van der Helst
Jeanne Parmentier, 1634-1710, married De Geer, 1656

Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1822. Creator: John Bell
Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1822

Fashion Plate (Opera Dress), 1824. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Opera Dress), 1824

Fashion Plate (Head Dresses), 1823--. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Head Dresses), 1823--

Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1822. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1822

Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1818. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1818

Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1818. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1818

Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1817. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1817

Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1827. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1827

Fashion Plate (Promenade Dress), 1827. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Promenade Dress), 1827

Fashion Plate (Head Dresses), 1828. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Head Dresses), 1828

Fashion Plate (Dinner Dress), 1826. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Dinner Dress), 1826

Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1825. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Evening Dress), 1825

Fashion Plate (Court Dress), 1822. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Court Dress), 1822

Fashion Plate (Court Dress), 1820. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Court Dress), 1820

Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1819. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1819

Fashion Plate (Opera Dress), 1813. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Opera Dress), 1813

Fashion Plate (Parisian Opera Dress), 1812. Creator: Rudolph Ackermann
Fashion Plate (Parisian Opera Dress), 1812

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Page du Roy, 1675. Creator: Nicolas Bonnart
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Page du Roy, 1675

Painted Plume with Sun Disk Containing Winged Kheper Beetle, 24th-30th Dynasty (724-343 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Painted Plume with Sun Disk Containing Winged Kheper Beetle, 24th-30th Dynasty (724-343 BCE)

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Le Marquis d'Ambreuille, between circa 1678 and circa 1693 Creator
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Le Marquis d'Ambreuille, between circa 1678 and circa 1693

Fashion Plate (Afternoon Walking Dresses), 1808. Creator: John Bell
Fashion Plate (Afternoon Walking Dresses), 1808

Fashion Plate (Carriage Dress), 1824. Creator: John Bell
Fashion Plate (Carriage Dress), 1824

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"Plumed: A Journey Through History's Finest Attires and Iconic Figures" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of "plumed, " where feathers take center stage in fashion, culture, and diplomacy. From Nubians adorning themselves with vibrant plumes in Ancient Egypt to the Conference of Kaw Indians negotiating with the United States Government, feathers have long held symbolic significance. Court gowns by Reville showcase opulence and elegance, each feather delicately placed to enhance a noblewoman's regal presence. Ottoman Turk soldiers proudly display their plumed headgear, evoking power and prestige during the early 1700s. Meanwhile, 18th-century French Court Dress exudes grandeur with towering headdresses adorned with an array of colorful plumage. In a mesmerizing portrait of King Henry VIII captured on oil panel, his majestic crown features magnificent plumes that symbolize authority and sovereignty. Ten Musicians with Trumpets from Emperor Maximilian I's Triumphal Procession boast extravagant feathered hats that add flair to their musical performance. During tumultuous times like those faced by English Royalists between 1640-9, feathers became symbols of loyalty and resistance against political upheaval. The vivacious Can-Can Dancer flaunts her flamboyant costume embellished with cascading feathers as she captivates audiences through her spirited performances. Feathers also played a role in diplomatic encounters; Edward VII & Kaiser are seen exchanging pleasantries while donning impressive plumed headpieces—a visual representation of camaraderie between nations. The Buffet showcases an exquisite display of culinary delights accompanied by ornate peacock-feathered fans—evidence that even dining experiences were elevated through feathered accents. Lastly, Wellington's Funeral pays tribute to a revered military leader whose final journey is marked by solemnity and honor—with black-plumed horses leading the procession amidst mourning crowds paying respects.