Doublets Collection

English Court Dress C16
Nobleman & Knight of the Order of the Garter at the court of Queen Elizabeth I. N.B trunk- hose, canions, peascod-bellied doublets, ruffs, cloaks, copotain hat, gowns, flat cap

"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the... 1862
"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Engraving of a painting

15th century male costume, engraved by Friedrich Hottenroth (b. 1840) (litho)
XND76034 15th century male costume, engraved by Friedrich Hottenroth (b.1840) (litho) by Hottenroth, Friedrich (b.1840); Private Collection

An Elegant Company, 1632. Creator: Pieter Codde
An Elegant Company, 1632

The Chastity Belt (colour photo)
3096149 The Chastity Belt (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chastity Belt. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Sir Walter Raleigh (colour litho)
3093944 Sir Walter Raleigh (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Portrait of a boy, bust-length, in a black doublet with a white collar (oil on canvas)
3674612 Portrait of a boy, bust-length, in a black doublet with a white collar (oil on canvas) by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94)

King Charles I when Duke of York, as a boy (vellum in later gilt metal frame)
4820465 King Charles I when Duke of York, as a boy (vellum in later gilt metal frame) by Hilliard, Nicholas (1547-1619); height: 3.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: King Charles I (1600-1649)

Portrait of Sir Thomas Monson, half-length, in a slashed white doublet
5959872 Portrait of Sir Thomas Monson, half-length, in a slashed white doublet, girdled with a sword, holding a falcon and his wand of office (oil on panel) by English School

A gentleman in black doublet and cloak with high collar, high standing white ruff
3936241 A gentleman in black doublet and cloak with high collar, high standing white ruff, tall black hat, beard and moustache, 1577 by Hilliard

John Dolland, portrait (engraving)
5999495 John Dolland, portrait (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Dolland, portrait)

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (vellum with tortoiseshell frame & gold mount)
4820464 Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (vellum with tortoiseshell frame & gold mount) by Oliver, Isaac (c.1565-1617); 20.8x12.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Devereux)

The Chastity Belt (colour photo)
3096150 The Chastity Belt (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chastity Belt. The belt of chastity)

Two Mercenaries and a Woman, 1524. Creator: Urs Graf
Two Mercenaries and a Woman, 1524

Battle of Hastings re-enactment. With cross-gartered jeans and dyed sackcloth doublets, the students of Kent and Sussex Universities re-enact the battle 900 years later. Date: 14 October 1066

First Landing of Christopher Columbus, 1800 / 1805. Creator: Frederick Kemmelmeyer
First Landing of Christopher Columbus, 1800/1805

German Costume of 1400
Ornately patterned, short, sleeveless super-tunics worn over doublets & chain-mail. Footwear: buskins or soled hose. Headdress: hoods or caps. NB: pouch & cloak with brooch. Date: 1400

French Costumes 1460-80
Men: shallow caps with upturned brims, jackets with pleats & doublets. Women: gown with fur borders, V -neck with revers, kirtle, hood-like headdress, hood with liripipe. Date: 1460 - 1480

Battle of Hastings re-enactment. With cross-gartered jeans and dyed sackcloth doublets, the students of Kent and Sussex Universities re-enact the battle 900 years later. Date: 14 October 1066

North German Costume
Townspeople of Northern Germany. The men wear baggy breeches (? Galligaskins), short cloaks, doublets & hats with moderately tall crowns. The woman wears a mantle & apron. Date: 1590

Lady & Messengers 1560S
Men: doublets, large sleeves with panes & bows, voluminous hose & canions with bows at the knees, or buskins & spurs. Noblewoman: ornate petticoat, feather fan. Date: late 1560s

English Costume C16Th
Royal Costume. Men: flat caps, fur-lined gowns, doublets, heavily embroidered sleeves, duck-bill toed shoes. Woman: ruff split at the front under the chin. 16th century

French Nobles of C15Th
Fur-lined and edged houppelandes or gowns with hanging sleeves worn over doublets, a pouch or bag suspended from a belt & hats with burlets. Date: circa 1425

German Huntsmen C16Th
Clothing worn by German hunters. Many of the garments, doublets, hose, even caps, are paned - a form of decorative slashing. Date: circa 1515

English Costume 1675-80
Woman: simple, yet elegant gown with ornamented bodice & long cloak. Men: lace falling collar or cravat, vests which replaced doublets, fur- lined coat with half sleeves. Date: 1675 - 1680

French Cavaliers C17Th
The costume of French Cavaliers include: doublets, ruffs, trunk-hose, capes, cocked hats with feathers & very high boots reaching above the knees with tabbed tops. Date: early 17th century

German mercenaries (Landsknechte), 1510-1550.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889

A 16th Century Noblemans Horse Drawn Litter, 1886 (colour litho)
KW428446 A 16th Century Noblemans Horse Drawn Litter, 1886 (colour litho) by Heins, Armand Jean (1856-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

A 16th Century Marching Band with Drums and Fifes, 1886 (colour litho)
KW428444 A 16th Century Marching Band with Drums and Fifes, 1886 (colour litho) by Heins, Armand Jean (1856-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

GERMAN NOBLES 1570-88
Two German noblemen wear small ruffs, doublets, cut-fingered pumps, hose or breeches ornamented with embroidery or ribbon bows, a sleeveless jerkin & short cloak. Date: 1570 - 1588

Costume / Italian Students
Two Italian students from Padova wearing breeches known as Venetians with matching doublets, small ruffs & tall crowned hats. N.B fur-lined gown with hanging sleeves. Date: 1583

Cilia in cross section
Cilia. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a cross section through cilia (circles), from the lining (epithelium) of the human trachea, or windpipe

Cilium and flagellum structure, artwork. Cilia and flagella (collectively known as undulipodia) are hair-like protrusions from a cell membrane

Eukaryotic flagellum structure, artwork
Eukaryotic flagellum structure. Cutaway artwork showing the internal structure of the flagellum in eukaryotic cells. Flagella are tail-like projections used for cell locomotion

Protozoan tentacle, TEM
Protozoan tentacle. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a cross-section through a tentacle of a Dendrocometes sp. protozoan showing the microtubule (purple circles) structure

Tudor Costume Early C16
Two French noblemen. Note the low cut doublets which reveal the shirts which are drawn tight at the neck - a fore-runner of the ruff, also the duck-bill shoes

Acrobat Jumps Thru Hoops
Diagram of acrobat jumping through multiple hoops; jumping from springboard and turning through the air

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"Doublets: A Journey Through Centuries of Fashion and Style" Step into the world of doublets, a quintessential piece of clothing that has evolved throughout history. From English Court Dress in the 16th century to Funeral Clothing in 1583, these garments have left an indelible mark on fashion. Immerse yourself in the opulence and grandeur of the 15th-century male costume depicted by Friedrich Hottenroth's exquisite engravings. Marvel at the intricate details and craftsmanship that adorned German Costume from 1400 or French Costumes from 1460-80. Witness the regal elegance captured in portraits such as Henry, Prince of Wales, painted around 1610 by an unknown artist. His doublet exudes power and sophistication, reflecting his status as a royal figure. Explore historical figures like Sir Thomas Coningsby (1550-1625) and Robert Dudley through their oil paintings dating back to the late 16th century. Their choice reveals not only their social standing but also their personal style. Delve into everyday life with Pieter Codde's painting "An Elegant Company" from 1632. The diverse range of individuals sporting doublets showcases how this garment transcended class boundaries during its heyday. Discover intriguing characters like Moll Cutpuse through hand-colored engravings that bring her story to life. Her attire includes a distinctive doublet that adds flair to her persona. Uncover hidden stories behind portrait miniatures featuring unknown gentlemen donning black doublets and white ruffs – symbols of refinement and elegance during their time. Finally, challenge preconceived notions with "The Chastity Belt, " a thought-provoking photograph highlighting societal norms surrounding gender roles while showcasing yet another facet where doublets played a role in shaping perceptions. From courtly affairs to daily wear, these glimpses into various periods demonstrate how they have endured as a symbol of style, status, and self-expression.