Handkerchief Collection (page 4)

Portrait of a young Ciociara girl Fiuggi. Date of Photograph:1936

"Peasant woman dressed for the party" Anticoli Corrado. Date of Photograph:1935

"Woman water bearer of Minturno" Minturno. Date of Photograph:1937

The image shows a young Tunisian dancer. The young lady wears a traditional dress, made of embroidered skirt and waistcoat

The image shows a typical Tunisian dancer. The young lady wears a traditional dress, formed by a striped skirt, an embroidered waistcoat and by a soft-leather head gear; in her hands

Young Japanese nurse Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Giapponesi sotto un traliccio di glicini Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Female portrait in the traditional dress of the city of Bern Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Two women doing domestic chores, in traditional Swiss dress Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Female portrait in the traditional dress of the Illiez Valley, Switzerland Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Portrait of Japanese farmers Japan. Date of Photograph:1885 ca

Group of women fill their water pitchers at the fountain Italy. Date of Photograph:1895-1905

Two soubrettes waving and smiling behind a trunk and a hatbox Europe. Date of Photograph:1935-1945

Young girl on a bridge in Venice Venice. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Group of girls in front of a gate of Anacapri, Isle of Capri Anacapri. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Naples. Beggar and handkerchief thief Naples. Date of Photograph:1865 ca

Reproduction of the painting "La piqure d'aiguille". Work by Louis Coulon shown at the Paris Salon of 1853. France Paris, Salon Painting Arts and handicrafts of XIX century

Racecourse in Japan Japan. Date of Photograph:1870-1880

Monument of Giuseppe Garibaldi; work by Ettore Ferrari, located in Piazza Garibaldi, Pisa Pisa Piazza Garibaldi Commemorative Equestrian Monument Arts and handicrafts of XIX century

Venetian costumes and masks: peddler Venice. Date of Photograph:1860 ca

Collection of shells on a japanese beach Japan. Date of Photograph:1870-1880

Portrait of two girls in traditionl Dutch dress. Holland. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Animated scene, Cortona Cortona. Date of Photograph:1 aprile 1923

Portrait of a young woman near the bell of the Rocca di Staggia Senese castle Siena Staggia Senese. Date of Photograph:14/09/1924

Portrait of a girl, postcard - Mignon Italy. Date of Photograph:1910-1920

Portrait of a girl with a mandolin, postcard - Mignon Italy. Date of Photograph:1910-1920

Portrait of the painter Tullio Silvestri, seated, wearing Winter clothing and holding a cane Trieste. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Portrait of the journalist, Rino Alessi Trieste. Date of Photograph:1945 ca

Full-length portrait of a young man in hunting clothes Trieste. Date of Photograph:1885 ca

Portrait of a seated man with a moustache and a beret Trieste. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Three-quarter length portait of four elderly fishmongers dressed in traditional dress with small shawl, apron and felt hat. Three of them also wear onnets and kerchief wimples

Portrait of an adolescent in traditional Norwegian clothes Norway. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Group portrait of journalists from "Popolo di Trieste" Trieste. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Full-length portrait of a woman in traditional Lombardy costume, as indicated by her hairdress. Date of Photograph:6 Novembre 1901

A street in Varallo (Italy) with a large group of women in modest traditional costumes. Some of them hold a basket under their arms, while others have panniers on their backs

Portrait of a man with a beard and glasses Trieste. Date of Photograph:1947 ca

Portrait of a man with a dark outfit and bow tie Trieste. Date of Photograph:1943 ca

A dummy depicting an elegantly dressed man on a chair with a glass in his hand. Europe. Date of Photograph:1955 - 1960

Portrait of a group of students. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Full-length portrait of a group of Greek women in traditional dress, at the base of a large tree. Their various headdresses consisting of small turbans

Full-length portrait of a young lady in elegant Nineeenth century day dress. Her right arm is resting on the back of a chair. Date of Photograph:1860 -1870 ca

Portrait of a smiling young woman petting her little dog Germany. Date of Photograph:1930-1940 ca

Group portrait of the personnel of the restaurant Cairo, composed of cooks, dishwashers and waiters in work clothes. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Portrait of a group of little girls in costume. Date of Photograph:1900-1905 ca

Three Catholic girls who attend the Christmas Mass in the mission Puunaauia, Tahiti French Polynesia Tahiti, Puunaauia mission. Date of Photograph:1955

A man photographed a moment before he sneezes. The image is one of a sequence of three photographs Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

A man photographed in the act of sneezing. The image is one of a sequence of three photographs Italy. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

"At the door" Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

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From classic films to historical moments, the handkerchief has played a role in capturing emotions and stories throughout time. In The Railway Children (1970), a heavy shire horse pulls an old hay rake while women enjoy the outdoors in 1881, their delicate handkerchiefs fluttering in the breeze. Even renowned philosopher KIERKEGaRD, Soren (1813-1855) recognized its significance as he pondered life's mysteries. Saint Veronica herself is said to have used her handkerchief to wipe Jesus' face on his way to Calvary. In the iconic film Gone With The Wind (1939), Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O'Hara clutches her handkerchief tightly, symbolizing both vulnerability and strength amidst chaos. Its practicality shines through in the Coughs & Sneezes Poster, reminding us of proper hygiene etiquette. Beyond functionality, it becomes a fashion statement during summer holidays in Holland and Belgium or when Oscar Wilde sits regally with one draped over his arm, embodying elegance and sophistication. Young Rudi Schneider at just 14 years old showcases his psychic abilities by manipulating objects like a floating handkerchief. Even music embraces this timeless accessory; Louis Armstrong graces the cover of Hello Dolly. With charm exuding from every note he plays. The humble handkerchief weaves itself into our lives – whether catching tears of joy or offering comfort during times of sorrow. It remains an enduring symbol that transcends time and culture.