Historical Clothing Collection (page 5)

Duke and Duchess of Fife
672713 Duke and Duchess of Fife; (add.info.: Duke Duchess of Fife - Woodbury Princess Alexandra, 2nd Duchess of Fife (Alexandra Victoria Alberta Edwina Louise, nee Duff)

Empress Frederick, Princess Royal
672703 Empress Frederick, Princess Royal; (add.info.: Empress Frederick - Woodbury Victoria, Princess Royal (Victoria Adelaide Mary Louisa)

Crown Prince Maha Vajirunhis
672700 Crown Prince Maha Vajirunhis; (add.info.: Crown Prince Maha Vajirunhis 27 June 1878 - 27 January 1895 was the first Crown Prince of the Chakri Dynasty)

Woman sorting and cutting rags to be turned into paper. Engraving, c1845
866053 Woman sorting and cutting rags to be turned into paper. Engraving, c1845.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Saddler's workshop. From Diderot ''Encyclopedie'' c1751
865634 Saddler's workshop. From Diderot ''Encyclopedie'' c1751.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Monday Morning: father going to work
864816 Monday Morning: father going to work; (add.info.: Monday Morning: father going to work with food tied up in a cloth, saying goodbye to his family. The three older children leave for school)

Village School
864813 Village School; (add.info.: Village School. A 'Dame' School, showing the teacher spinning while supervising the children as they learn to read and sew)

Portrait of Johan Stoberlein, German poet. 17th century (engraving)
672814 Portrait of Johan Stoberlein, German poet. 17th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Politician, Daniel O'Connell (6 August 1775 - 15 May 1847). 19th century (woodcut)
672769 Politician, Daniel O'Connell (6 August 1775 - 15 May 1847). 19th century (woodcut); (add.info.: Daniel O'Connell, often referred to as The Liberator, or The Emancipator)

Joseph Pease, politician
672742 Joseph Pease, politician; (add.info.: Joseph Pease (22 June 1799 - 8 February 1872) was involved in the early railway system in the UK and was the first Quaker elected to Parliament

Francis Crossley, philanthropist
672736 Francis Crossley, philanthropist; (add.info.: Francis Crossley - Tinted lithograph Sir Francis Crossley, 1st Baronet, of Halifax (Halifax, 26 October 1817 - 5 January 1872)

Richard Le Gallienne, author and poet
672728 Richard Le Gallienne, author and poet; (add.info.: Richard Le Gallienne (20 January 1866 - 15 September 1947) was an English author and poet

Frederick III and Empress, Princess Victoria
672701 Frederick III and Empress, Princess Victoria; (add.info.: Frederick III and Empress, Frederick III (German Kaiser, 18 October 1831 - 15 June 1888)

Steaming open letter in 19th Century
673489 Steaming open letter in 19th Century; (add.info.: Steaming open a letter, 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration of letters sorting
673409 19th century illustration of letters sorting; (add.info.: Sorting letters in the nineteenth century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century messenger boy posting letter
673392 19th century messenger boy posting letter; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Messenger boy posting letter); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century ladies' dress maker
673337 19th century ladies' dress maker; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Ladies' Dress Maker); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century stocking weaver
673321 19th century stocking weaver; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Stocking Weaver); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Machine for making continuous roll of paper. Engraving c1845'
866052 Machine for making continuous roll of paper. Engraving c1845'; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Washing and grinding of rags for making aper. Engraving c1845
866045 Washing and grinding of rags for making aper. Engraving c1845; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Chumah, servant of David Livingstone, 1880 (engraving)
864595 Chumah, servant of David Livingstone, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Chumah, the servant of David Livingstone (1813-1873) Scottish missionary and explorer of Africa, with his aunt

Trench barber postcard World War I (postcard)
673420 Trench barber postcard World War I (postcard); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration of heating wax
673402 19th century illustration of heating wax; (add.info.: Heating wax to seal bags of mail, a nineteenth century illustration); Universal History Archive/UIG.

UK, England, 6pm post on St Martin's le Grand
673401 UK, England, 6pm post on St Martin's le Grand; (add.info.: 6pm post St Martin's le Grand in London, 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration of posting letters
673400 19th century illustration of posting letters; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Posting letters at post office); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration of girl posting letter
673393 19th century illustration of girl posting letter; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Girl posting letter); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration of woman reading book to children
673500 Illustration of woman reading book to children; (add.info.: Kind Servant, 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century country postmaster
673390 19th century country postmaster; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Country postmaster); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century well-informed postmistress
673386 19th century well-informed postmistress; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Well-informed postmistress); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century postman on St Valentine's Day
673380 19th century postman on St Valentine's Day; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Postman on St Valentine's Day); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century children and postman
673371 19th century children and postman; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Children and postman); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century Siberian mail
673370 19th century Siberian mail; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Siberian mail); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century Canadian postman
673369 19th century Canadian postman; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Canadian postman); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century Japanese postman
673366 19th century Japanese postman; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Japanese postman); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century Nuremberg post-runner
673361 19th century Nuremberg post-runner; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Nuremberg post-runner); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century bricklayer
673352 19th century bricklayer; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Bricklayer); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century brick maker
673351 19th century brick maker; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Brick Maker); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century confectioner with customers
673345 19th century confectioner with customers; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Confect ioner); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century dyer with helpers
673342 19th century dyer with helpers; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Dyer); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century linen draper
673336 19th century linen draper; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Linen Draper); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century soap boilers
673324 19th century soap boilers; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Soap Boiler); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Depiction of witchcraft. 16th century (engraving)
672932 Depiction of witchcraft. 16th century (engraving); (add.info.: Witchcraft, in historical, anthropological, religious, and mythological contexts)

Portrait of Nikoloa Pavlovich Ignatiev
863583 Portrait of Nikoloa Pavlovich Ignatiev; (add.info.: Nikoloa Pavlovich Ignatiev (1832-1908) Russian soldier, diplomat and statesman, champion of pan-Slavism

Portrait of Archibald Campbell
863547 Portrait of Archibald Campbell; (add.info.: Archibald Campbell (1769-1843) British career soldier. Colonel 1814; Major-general 1825; Lieutenant-general 1838

Alexandre Berthier (1753-1815)
863499 Alexandre Berthier (1753-1815); (add.info.: Alexandre Berthier (1753-1815). Prince of Neuchatel and Wagram. French soldier, Marshal of France. Chief of staff to Napoleon

Francois Le Vaillant (1753-1824)
863482 Francois Le Vaillant (1753-1824); (add.info.: Francois Le Vaillant (1753-1824) French explorer, collector and ornithologist

John Bright (1811-1889)
863481 John Bright (1811-1889); (add.info.: John Bright (1811-1889) British radical statesman, born in Rochdale, Lancashire. Anti-Corn Law League. Reform Act 1867

Portrait of Matthew Flinders
863875 Portrait of Matthew Flinders; (add.info.: Matthew Flinders (1774-1814) English naval officer, hydrographer and explorer. Surveyed coast of New South Wales (1795-1800)

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of historical clothing. From the regal elegance of Queen Anne of Cleves to the flamboyant attire depicted in vintage paintings, fashion has always been a reflection of society's values and aspirations. Take a glimpse at Anne of Cleves, whose portrait showcases her exquisite gown adorned with intricate embroidery. Her attire speaks volumes about her status as royalty and the opulence that surrounded her. In another era, Johann Sebastian Bach graced us with his musical genius, but it is his 1746 oil painting that captures our attention today. Dressed in traditional garments, he exudes an air of sophistication and refinement. Travel further back in time to witness Frederick the Great of Prussia through a vintage painting. His elaborate ensemble reflects not only his position as a monarch but also serves as a symbol of power and authority. Venturing into satire, we encounter Victorian cartoons mocking societal norms. "The modern damsel" portrays women donning extravagant dresses with exaggerated proportions, highlighting both their desire for fashion-forwardness and societal expectations placed upon them. Fast forward to the turn-of-the-century automobile advertisement featuring La Belle Otero at the wheel alongside Michel Zelete. Their fashionable outfits epitomize elegance while capturing the spirit of adventure associated with early motoring. Delve deeper into history with Marcus Aurelius' bust—a testament to ancient Roman fashion sensibilities. The intricately carved details on his garment showcase craftsmanship unparalleled even by today's standards. The Remy Family painting by Januarius Zick transports us to 1776 when lavish fabrics draped over men and women alike were considered essential elements for portraying wealth and social standing during this period. Thomas Erskine May, 1st Baron Farnborough immortalized in Vanity Fair Print exemplifies nineteenth-century British aristocracy through his impeccably tailored suit—a symbol synonymous with power within political circles. Greek mythology comes alive through red-figure pottery depicting a woman at her toilet.