Evening Dress Collection (page 5)

Morgan, Constance, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Sept. 27. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Morgan, Constance, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Sept. 27

Portrait af Countess Lillie Suzanne Raben-Levetzau, 1899. Creator: Peder Severin Kroyer
Portrait af Countess Lillie Suzanne Raben-Levetzau, 1899

McMurtry, Miss, portrait photograph, 1917 Aug. 27. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McMurtry, Miss, portrait photograph, 1917 Aug. 27

McIntosh, R.L. Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McIntosh, R.L. Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

McHenry, Frances, Miss, portrait photograph, 1914 Aug. 7. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McHenry, Frances, Miss, portrait photograph, 1914 Aug. 7

Marwick, James, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 5 or Jan. 6. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Marwick, James, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 5 or Jan. 6

Marwick, James, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 5 or Jan. 6. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Marwick, James, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 5 or Jan. 6

Martin, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Martin, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916

Mannes, Ethel, Miss, portrait photograph, not before 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mannes, Ethel, Miss, portrait photograph, not before 1915

Llewellyn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Llewellyn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 3

Linthicum, Lotta, Miss, portrait photograph, 1914 Apr. 2. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Linthicum, Lotta, Miss, portrait photograph, 1914 Apr. 2

Lindahl, A. Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Sept. 22. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Lindahl, A. Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Sept. 22

Ballard, Bernice, Mrs. with Buzzer the cat, portrait photograph, 1916 May 19. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Ballard, Bernice, Mrs. with Buzzer the cat, portrait photograph, 1916 May 19

Kennedy, Shaw, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 or 1917. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Kennedy, Shaw, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 or 1917

Tudhope, H.R. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Tudhope, H.R. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916

Ashton, E.L. Mrs. portrait photograph, between 1926 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Ashton, E.L. Mrs. portrait photograph, between 1926 and 1942

Shelton, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1913 July 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Shelton, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1913 July 17

Hinckley, Arthur, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hinckley, Arthur, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1913

Hughes, Charles, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hughes, Charles, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916

Cosgrave, John O'Hara, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Cosgrave, John O'Hara, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916

Harriman, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Harriman, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 3

Hamlin, A.J. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1917 Nov. 8. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hamlin, A.J. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1917 Nov. 8

Hagemeyer, M.E. Scott, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 15. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hagemeyer, M.E. Scott, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Mar. 15

Fargo, Clara, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Jan. 15. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Fargo, Clara, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Jan. 15

Emerson, L. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1917 May 16. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Emerson, L. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1917 May 16

Deyo, Ruth, Miss, portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Deyo, Ruth, Miss, portrait photograph, 1913

Portrait de Madame Edouard Hervé, 1884. Creator: Alexandre Cabanel
Portrait de Madame Edouard Herve, 1884

Portrait de Madame Edouard Caillard, 1842. Creator: Ary Scheffer
Portrait de Madame Edouard Caillard, 1842

An amalgamation polka, 1845. Creator: Edward Williams Clay
An amalgamation polka, 1845

Portrait de Madame Louis Rosenau, c.1913. Creator: Antonio de La Gandara
Portrait de Madame Louis Rosenau, c.1913

Carrington, Audrey, and daughter, portrait photograph, 1926 or 1927. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Carrington, Audrey, and daughter, portrait photograph, 1926 or 1927

Night fete given at the Elysée by President Loubet in honour of Alphonse XIII, in 1905, 8th
Night fete given at the Elysee by President Loubet in honour of Alphonse XIII, in 1905, 8th arrondissement, 1905

Eames, Claire [i.e. Clare], and baby, portrait photograph, 1926 Feb. 11. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Eames, Claire [i.e. Clare], and baby, portrait photograph, 1926 Feb. 11

Portrait of Fran Warren and Gene Williams, Hotel Pennsylvania(?), New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Portrait of Betty George, Copacabana(?), New York, N.Y. ca. Sept. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Betty George, Copacabana(?), New York, N.Y. ca. Sept. 1947

Portrait of Teddy Kaye, Vivien Garry, and Arv(in) Charles Garrison, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Teddy Kaye, Vivien Garry, and Arv(in) Charles Garrison, New York, N.Y. 1946

Portrait of Tex Beneke, New York, N.Y. ca. June 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Tex Beneke, New York, N.Y. ca. June 1947

Portrait of Fran Warren and Gene Williams, Hotel Pennsylvania(?), New York, N.Y. ca. Oct. 1947

Portrait de madame René Préjelan, c.1903. Creator: Antonio de La Gandara
Portrait de madame Rene Prejelan, c.1903

Portrait de madame René Préjelan, c.1903. Creator: Antonio de La Gandara
Portrait de madame Rene Prejelan, c.1903

Portrait of Noro Morales, Glen Island Casino, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Noro Morales, Glen Island Casino, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947

'A Magpie'; after F.Markham Skipworth, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'A Magpie'; after F.Markham Skipworth, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1941 Creator: Arnold Genthe
Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1941

'The Coming of Age of "The Graphic"; The Reception before the Banquet at the Hotel Metropole, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42

Portrait de la duchesse de Valençay, comtesse de Talleyrand-Périgord. c.1838. Creator: Claude-Marie Dubufe
Portrait de la duchesse de Valencay, comtesse de Talleyrand-Perigord. c.1838

Portrait of Skitch Henderson and Andy Russell, Eddie Condon's, New York, N.Y. ca. Aug. 1947

Portrait of Teddy Kaye, Vivien Garry, and Arv(in) Charles Garrison, New York, N.Y. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Teddy Kaye, Vivien Garry, and Arv(in) Charles Garrison, New York, N.Y. 1946

My First Season; The Dinner Party, a middle-aged MP took me in, 1890. Creator: Arthur Hopkins
My First Season; The Dinner Party, a middle-aged MP took me in, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

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"An Evening of Elegance: From George and Mildred to Madame X, the Evolution of the Evening Dress" Step into a world of glamour and sophistication as we explore the captivating history of evening dresses. Inspired by iconic TV programmes like George and Mildred, where Brian Murph and Yootha Joyce showcased timeless style, these garments have always been synonymous with grace. Travel back in time to 1883-84 when John Singer Sargent immortalized Madame Pierre Gautreau in his mesmerizing oil painting "Madame X. " Her enchanting evening dress exudes confidence and allure, setting the stage for future fashion trends. In 1961, Peggy Lee graced London with her presence in a stunning gown designed by Brian Foskett. The epitome of elegance, she captivated audiences with her velvety voice and impeccable sense of style. Delve further into history as we encounter a young girl adorned in a magnificent ball gown from 1879. This exquisite piece showcases the opulence associated with formal events during that era. Fast forward to 1913 Parisian fashion through Costumes Parisiens' pouchoir prints. Jeanne Lanvin's creations take center stage on plate 46 and plate 49 - each design reflecting her innovative approach while maintaining an air of sophistication. Immerse yourself in late 19th-century France as you witness a young woman donning a posh dress that embodies the essence of luxury. This digital reproduction allows us to appreciate its intricate details even today. Strapless ballgowns made their mark in the early '50s, exemplified by Shirley Markham's creation worn by an unknown woman. The simplicity yet grandeur of this garment is truly breathtaking. Finally, let's not forget Hollywood's influence on evening wear. Richard Burton arrives at The premiere accompanied by his wife Susie Hunt wearing an ensemble that oozes class and refinement – proving that the allure of evening dresses transcends time and place.