Skullcap Collection (page 3)

Mathieu Mole, ca. 1653. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Mathieu Mole, ca. 1653

Marin Cureau de La Chambre, ca. 1656. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Marin Cureau de La Chambre, ca. 1656

Uzbekistan - Margilan, Fergana region - Skull cap sellers - note the women are completely covered. Date: circa 1910

Robert Brindle, Bishop of Nottingham
Dr Robert Brindle (1837-1916), Roman Catholic Bishop of Nottingham (1902-1915). Date: early 20th century

The Co-Optimists is the title of a stage variety revue which opened in London on 27 June 1921at the Royalty Theatre but quickly transferred to the much larger Palace Theatre

Pig couple with three children on a postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Old man reading, Paris
Old man reading a large book (or has he fallen asleep?), Paris. Date: 1954

Portrait of Johannes Wtenbogaert (1557-1644), 1633, by Rembr
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669). Dutch painter. Portrait of Johannes Wtenbogaert (1557-1644), 1633. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Caricature of the actor Shiel Barry in the role of Gaspard, a miserly old farmer, in the operetta The Chimes of Normandy. circa 1878

Egidio Forcellini
EGIDIO FORCELLINI Italian lexicographer and philologist Date: 1688 - 1768

Samuel Clarke (D 1683)
SAMUEL CLARKE scholar and divine Date: 1599 - 1683

George Frederick Watts
GEORGE FREDERICK WATTS English painter and sculptor Date: 1817 - 1904

Alfonso Tostatus - Thevet
Alfonso Tostatus (1400 - 1452) Spanish scholar

Gerrit Van Honthorst
GERRIT VAN HONTHORST Dutch painter Date: 1590 - 1656

Pierre Gassendi / J Lubin
PIERRE GASSENDI French philosopher Date: 1592 - 1655

Hans Holbein / Age 45
HANS HOLBEIN (the Younger) Portrait painter to English Royalty and others, at the age of 45 Date: 1497? - 1543

Hans Holbein / Vorstermans
HANS HOLBEIN (the Younger) Portrait painter to English Royalty and others, at the age of 45, in 1543 Date: 1497? - 1543

Sir Matthew Hale / Hove
SIR MATTHEW HALE English jurist who defended Archbishop Laud and other Royalists; also an MP Date: 1609 - 1676

Sir Matthew Hale / Cook
SIR MATTHEW HALE English jurist who defended Archbishop Laud and other Royalists; also an MP Date: 1609 - 1676

Sir Matthew Hale / Anon
SIR MATTHEW HALE English jurist who defended Archbishop Laud and other Royalists; also an MP Date: 1609 - 1676

Fenelon / Hopwood / Vivien
FRANCOIS DE SALIGNAC DE FENELON French divine and writer Date: 1651 - 1715

Fenelon / Adlard
FRANCOIS DE SALIGNAC DE FENELON French divine and writer Date: 1651 - 1715

Sir Alexander Erskine of Gogar Date: -

Alexander Erskine / 1649
ALEXANDER ERSKINE Diplomat to Sweden in 1649 Date: -

Edward Lord Coke / Reading
EDWARD Lord COKE Jurist Date: 1552 - 1634

Saint Bernard of Menthon
SAINT BERNARD OF MENTHON or Montjoux, or the Alps, or Aosta - Italian monk and founder of hospices - the St Bernard Dog was named after him Date: 923 - 1008

Antoine Arnauld
ANTOINE ARNAULD Known as the Great Arnauld, lawyer, philosopher, and Jansenist theologian, writing at his desk Date: 1612 - 1694

Henri Arnauld
HENRI ARNAULD French Jansenist and lawyer; Bishop of Angers (1649) Date: 1597 - 1692

Jean Riolan / Anon Eng
JEAN RIOLAN French medical Date: 1577 - 1657

Edward Lord Coke / Oval
EDWARD Lord COKE Jurist Date: 1552 - 1634

Alonso Cano / Adlard
ALONSO CANO Spanish painter, sculptor and architect Date: 1601 - 1667

Sir Francis Walsingham, English statesman, Principal Secretary to Queen Elizabeth I, popularly referred to as her Spymaster. 1532 - 1590

Moroccan boy (trainer) with monkey. Date: circa 1930

Raymond V, Count of Toulouse, 1134-1194.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Esauret, Count of Toulouse, son of Torson (8th century).. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Jean le Bon, John II, King of France, 1319-1364.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Jean de Meung or Mehun, French poet.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Yellow-flowered skullcap, Scutellaria orientalis.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn by John Curtis and engraved by Weddell from Curtiss Botanical Magazine, 1819, Samuel Curtis, Walworth

Claudius de Chabot, margrave and chamberlain of Swabia
Claudius de Chabot (Claude Chabot, 1583-1653), margrave of the Holy Mauritius, knight of the order of the Holy Maria, head chamberlain of the general leader of Swabia; master of his royal majesty of

Finnish boy scouts at Jamborette
Three Finnish boy scouts at a Jamborette in Verstenhard(?). Date: 1950

Finnish boy scout at camp
A Finnish boy scout at camp

Finnish boy scout writing in a notebook
Finnish boy scout sitting on a pile of wood, writing in a notebook. He wears a khaki uniform with a pale blue scarf, and a skull cap of sky blue crossed with white

Boys in traditional costume, Gruyeres, Switzerland
Boys in traditional shepherd (Armailli) costume, Gruyeres, Fribourg, Switzerland

ASTRONOMER, 1568. An astronomer and cosmographer. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SEAN O CASEY (1880-1964). Originally John Casey. Irish playwright. Oil over a photograph, 1955, by Wolfgang Suschitzky

At the Vatican, Pope Leo XIII receiving the last rites, front cover illustration
XIR698872 At the Vatican, Pope Leo XIII receiving the last rites, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 19th July 1903 (colour litho) by French School

Charles Howard, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho)
KW310863 Charles Howard, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pope Benedict XV, 1915 (bronze)
XBP390736 Pope Benedict XV, 1915 (bronze) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); height: 26 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Giacomo Paolo Giovanni Battista della Chiesa (1854-1922) Pope from 1914-22;

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"Skullcap: A Symbol of Tradition, Faith, and Fashion" From the distinguished portraits of John Henry Newman and John Owen to the charismatic presence of Pope Francis in his Popemobile, the skullcap has been a timeless accessory that transcends cultures and centuries. Dating back to early-mid 19th century England, Charles Howard, First Earl of Nottingham donned a skullcap as a mark of prestige and authority. Its significance extended beyond mere fashion; it represented power and influence. In religious contexts, we see how the skullcap holds great importance. The iconic image of Pope Francis arriving for his weekly general audience or leaving on his Popemobile showcases him wearing this humble headpiece. It symbolizes reverence and humility within the Catholic Church. Moving away from ecclesiastical settings, we find ourselves immersed in the world of artistry. G. F Watts RA's depiction captures an artist lost in creative contemplation while sporting a skullcap—an emblematic connection between intellectuality and spirituality. The allure of the skullcap extends even further into fashion history. In 1914, Redfern introduced a tunic dress with an exquisite jade green fur-trimmed tunic paired with a draped tango skirt—a true masterpiece completed by its crowning glory—the skullcap adorned with an elegant long tassel cascading down from behind. Venturing into different corners of our diverse world brings us to Shakhrisabz in Uzbekistan where vibrant hats are proudly displayed for sale—each one telling its own story through intricate designs and vivid colors. Meanwhile, an old man strolling through Paris accompanied by his feline companion wears a simple yet dignified cap—a testament to enduring style across generations. Delving deeper into history reveals two captivating works: F. Ximines' portrayal from 1830 offers insight into medieval times when scholars wore these caps as they delved into intellectual pursuits.