Starched Collection

Woman Ironing, begun c. 1876, completed c. 1887. Creator: Edgar Degas
Woman Ironing, begun c. 1876, completed c. 1887

Catharina van Well (1626-1722), Wife of Guilliaam van Bleyswijk, 1640-1660. Creator: Gerard van Kuijl
Catharina van Well (1626-1722), Wife of Guilliaam van Bleyswijk, 1640-1660

Cushing, Charles Phelps, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Cushing, Charles Phelps, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914

Cooper, Charles, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Cooper, Charles, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Chaning, R.H. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Chaning, R.H. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Chambers, Haddan, Mr. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Chambers, Haddan, Mr. portrait photograph, 1913

Burden, James A. Mr. portrait photograph, 1914 Mar. 31. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Burden, James A. Mr. portrait photograph, 1914 Mar. 31

Brown, Richard C. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Brown, Richard C. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913

Brackett, Charles W. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Brackett, Charles W. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915

Bosworth, William Welles, Mr. portrait photograph, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bosworth, William Welles, Mr. portrait photograph, between 1916 and 1918

Bjo¨rkman, Edwin, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914 Apr. 4. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bjo¨rkman, Edwin, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914 Apr. 4

Beck, Charles, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Dec. or 1916 Jan. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Beck, Charles, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Dec. or 1916 Jan

Bartholomay, Philip, Mr. portrait photograph, between 1913 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bartholomay, Philip, Mr. portrait photograph, between 1913 and 1942

Allan, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Allan, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914

Allan, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Allan, Mr. portrait photograph, 1914

Albert, Heinrich, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Apr. 8. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Albert, Heinrich, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Apr. 8

Adams, John, Mr. portrait photographt, 1914 Aug. 31. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Adams, John, Mr. portrait photographt, 1914 Aug. 31

Unidentified man, possibly Mr. Jacques Greenberg, portrait photograph, (1917?). Creator: Arnold Genthe
Unidentified man, possibly Mr. Jacques Greenberg, portrait photograph, (1917?)

Sullivan, Noel, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Sullivan, Noel, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915

Sterling, George, Mr. portrait photograph, between 1906 and 1914. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Sterling, George, Mr. portrait photograph, between 1906 and 1914

Spozio, A. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 July 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Spozio, A. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 July 3

Smith, George D. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 15. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Smith, George D. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 15

Winter, Mr. the younger, portrait photograph, 1917 May 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Winter, Mr. the younger, portrait photograph, 1917 May 3

Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25

Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25

Wertheimer, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Wertheimer, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917

Rosen, Felix, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Feb. 28. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Rosen, Felix, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Feb. 28

Vedder, George B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1917. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Vedder, George B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1917

Vares, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Vares, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 3

Rand, Charles F. Mr. portrait photograph, 1914 Jan. 22. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Rand, Charles F. Mr. portrait photograph, 1914 Jan. 22

Valbel, Henri, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 Apr. 30. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Valbel, Henri, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 Apr. 30

Patterson, John Henry, Mr. portrait photograph, 1912 Oct. 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Patterson, John Henry, Mr. portrait photograph, 1912 Oct. 17

O'Sheell, S. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
O'Sheell, S. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915

Nelson, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 June 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Nelson, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 June 3

Moench, George, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Moench, George, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

McPhee, W.P. Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 May 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McPhee, W.P. Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 May 25

McKinley, S.B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McKinley, S.B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Mackenzie, Cameron, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Feb. 15. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mackenzie, Cameron, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 Feb. 15

Longwill, W.B. Mr. portrait photograph, between 1916 and 1925. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Longwill, W.B. Mr. portrait photograph, between 1916 and 1925

Kelly, George Harrington, Mr. portrait photograph, 1912 Nov. 28. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Kelly, George Harrington, Mr. portrait photograph, 1912 Nov. 28

Jones, L.B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Jones, L.B. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913

Johnson, S.H. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Johnson, S.H. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Johnson, F.C. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Johnson, F.C. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Hohner, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hohner, Mr. portrait photograph, 1916

Hecht, Rudolph, Mr. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hecht, Rudolph, Mr. portrait photograph, 1913

Gillmore, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 June 7. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Gillmore, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 June 7

Forsch, S. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 or 1917. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Forsch, S. Mr. portrait photograph, 1916 or 1917

Esberg, Mr. or Mr. Melton, portrait photograph, 1915 Jan. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Esberg, Mr. or Mr. Melton, portrait photograph, 1915 Jan

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"Starched: A Glimpse into the World of Elegance and Etiquette" Step back in time to an era where meticulous attention to detail was a way of life. From the Woman Ironing, diligently pressing each crease with precision, to the Comic Postcard depicting a mischievous Dirty Collar, these glimpses into history tell tales fabrics and refined appearances. In contrast, we witness a Working Class family proudly donning their Sunday Best Attire. Their clothes may not be as extravagant as those worn by the Smart and Handsome British Gentleman in his straw boater hat, but they exude dignity and pride. Exploring further, we encounter diverse social dynamics captured on canvas. A Family group with a black servant reminds us of historical complexities while showcasing fashionable garments from c. 1631-33. Meanwhile, a Properous Calvinist Family from 1627 portrays opulence through their lavish attire. The Portrait of a Lady from 1615 transports us to an age when elegance reigned supreme – her regal demeanor enhanced by her exquisite clothing. Similarly, we meet A very smart young man who epitomizes sophistication in every aspect. Yet it's not just adults who embrace sartorial splendor; Two smart young boys playfully engage with their model tin soldiers while dressed impeccably themselves – miniature gentlemen in training. Moving away from oil paintings onto different mediums, we discover Praying nun in starched coif captured beautifully through color photography. The image evokes reverence and devotion intertwined with crispness and neatness. Lastly, we encounter another Portrait of a Lady depicted on chalk-covered vellum – delicate strokes capturing both her gracefulness and the stiffened fabric she wears flawlessly beside her small spaniel companion. Through these various depictions spanning centuries, "starched" becomes more than just about clothing; it symbolizes societal norms upheld, personal expression through fashion, and the pursuit of perfection in appearance.