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Cleo Lane, 2008. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Cleo Lane, with John Dankworth Orchestra and Guy Barker, Gateshead International Jazz Festival, 2008

Djibouti - Arab Woman in traditional dress Date: circa 1910s

Beth Beri
Miss Beth Beri aka Elizabeth Kislingbury, one of the dancers with the Ziegfeld Follies pictured in The Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News at the time she was performing in cabaret entertainment at

Granny
Black and white. And old woman with a knitted shawl leaning of of a leaded glass window. A photographic version of this slide was exhibited by the Royal Photographic Society in 1886

The Sphere Season Number 1924
Front cover illustration for The Spheres 1924 Summer Season Number, featuring a stylised picture of a Victorian lady complete with bonnet, shawl and parasol. 1924

ELLIS ISLAND: WOMEN, 1911. Portrait of three woman from Guadeloupe at Ellis Island. Photograph by Augustus Sherman, 1911

NOOTKA DWELLING, 1778. Nootka Native Americans roasting fish over an open fire inside a multifamily dwelling at Nootka Sound, on the Pacific coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Antankarana woman from Mahajanga, Madagascar
An Antankarana woman from Mahajanga (Majunga) a city and a district on the northwest coast of Madagascar. Note the distinctive balled hairstyle, nose jewellery and beaded necklaces

Trotty Veck and his daughter Meg - Charles Dickens
Trotty Veck And His Daughter Meg - short story by Charles Dickens in The Chimes Date: circa 1910s

The Ladies Kennel Association are holding their annual Show at Olympia in London today. The photo shows Bulldog Eastgate Stalwart Bosun, well wrapped up against the November day

Cat with umbrella

CARTOON: UNCLE SAM, 1898. Uncle Sam develops into a gay old masher. Cartoon comment from an American newspaper, 1898, on the Spanish-American War and American imperial designs

Seamstress, 1800s
Woman sewing to earn money at home, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

American fashion of the 1860s
Woman in a promenade dress and shawl, US, 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

European ladies of the 1790s
Fashionable young European ladies of the late 18th century. Antique hand-colored print

Spanish natives of Leon and Segovia, 1800s
Man from Leon (left) and a couple from Segovia, Spain. Antique hand-colored print

Spanish natives from Alicante and Zamora
People of Alicante (left) and Zamora, Spain. Antique hand-colored print

Study of a Half-Nude Figure
Artist: Etty, William - Title: Study of a Half-Nude Figure - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 54 x 35.6

Historic image in sepia tone of women wearing shawls standing together and a dog lying on the ground with them. One woman appears to be reprimanding another

Princess Maria Christina of the Two Sicilies, 1806 - 1878. Queen consort of Spain as the wife of Ferdinand VII and Regent of Spain as the mother of Isabella II, Queen of Spain

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"Unveiling the Beauty of Shawls: A Multicultural Journey" Step into a world where vibrant colors and intricate patterns intertwine, as we explore the captivating allure of shawls. From the Rainbow illustration by Arthur Ferrier to Gypsy Splendour captured by Laura Knight, these timeless accessories have adorned women across cultures for centuries. In an era when suffragettes fought for equality, even cats donned hats and flags on shawls as symbols of empowerment. Welsh Girls in Traditional Costume proudly showcased their heritage through elegantly draped shawls, while Welsh women road builders defied stereotypes with determination and grace. Travel back to Decembre 1896 with Eugene Samuel Grasset's masterpiece, where a woman enveloped in a shawl exudes elegance against a wintry backdrop. Meanwhile, Two women at work in a Mexican kitchen depict everyday life through the lens of an unknown artist from c1850 – their colorful attire enhanced by intricately woven shawls. As Suffragette Lancashire Lass was arrested fighting for her rights, Zoroastrian (Parsee) Beauty from Iran showcases how culture intertwines with fashion through stunningly embroidered shawls. Ulster 1914 - Patriotic Postcard captures national pride amidst conflict, with women proudly displaying their loyalty through stylishly draped garments. Witness Princess Alice of Great Britain & Grand Duke Louis of Hesse embracing romance while wrapped in luxurious fabrics. And finally, journey to Muscat Oman where a semi-veiled woman captivates us with her mystique beneath an exquisite shawl. From artistry to activism and cultural expression to personal style choices – these glimpses into history remind us that beyond being mere accessories; they are powerful storytellers bridging continents and generations. They transcend boundaries and celebrate diversity while adding warmth and beauty to any ensemble. So next time you wrap yourself in your favorite shawl or admire one on display, remember the rich tapestry of stories it carries.