Married Woman Collection

Valmont seducing Madame de Tourvel, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803)
XIR239750 Valmont seducing Madame de Tourvel, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) engraved by Romain Girard (b.c.1751) 1782 (engraving) (b/w photo)

Married woman of Coburg, Franconia, Germany, 19th century. She wears an embroidered cap of pleated chiffon
FLO4658222 Married woman of Coburg, Franconia, Germany, 19th century. She wears an embroidered cap of pleated chiffon, and a full cape of rich cloth, decorated with gold braid

Bethlehem, Married Woman from Bethlehem (b / w photo)
5991112 Bethlehem, Married Woman from Bethlehem (b/w photo) by Grober, Karl (1885-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bethlehem, Married Woman from Bethlehem)

The Burmese Frontier Difficulty, Types of the Native Tribes (engraving)
1053494 The Burmese Frontier Difficulty, Types of the Native Tribes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burmese Frontier Difficulty)

A Mursi woman wearing a large clay lip plate. Shortly before marriage, a girls lower lip will be pierced and progressively stretched over a year or so

Household charm Nyobo no aiko title object Five elegant charms
Household charm Nyobo no aiko (title on object) Five elegant charms (series title) Furyu goaiko (series title on object), Married woman, recognizable by black teeth and shaved eyebrows

Married woman Bethlehem wearing hat veil 1898
Married woman from Bethlehem wearing hat and veil. 1898

A striking old Pokot woman wearing the traditional beaded ornaments of her tribe which denote her married status. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot woman wearing the traditional beaded ornaments of her tribe which denote her married status. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot woman in traditional attire dances to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. Her broad belt is made with the metacarpus and metatarsal bones of dikdiks interspersed with beads

A Hamar woman blows a tin trumpet at a Jumping of the Bull ceremony. The Hamar are semi-nomadic pastoralists of Southwest Ethiopia whose women wear striking traditional dress

Rastignac introduced to Madame de Nucingen, illustration from Le Pere Goriot
XIR239747 Rastignac introduced to Madame de Nucingen, illustration from Le Pere Goriot by Honore de Balzac (1799-1850) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Laisne (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Exploring the Complexities of Married Women: From Seduction to Tradition" In this captivating collection of images, we delve into the intricate world of married women across different cultures and eras. Valmont's seductive prowess is on full display as he attempts to conquer Madame de Tourvel in Pierre Choderlos de Laclos' Les Liaisons Dangereuses. The engraving by Romain Girard beautifully captures the tension between desire and societal expectations. Traveling back in time to 19th century Germany, we encounter a married woman from Coburg, Franconia. Adorned with an embroidered cap and a regal cape embellished with gold braid, she exudes elegance and grace. Moving further east, we find ourselves in Bethlehem where another married woman catches our attention. Her veiled hat adds an air of mystery while her timeless beauty shines through the black-and-white photograph. Venturing even farther, we arrive at the Burmese Frontier Difficulty where native tribes reside. Among them is a striking Mursi woman wearing a large clay lip plate - a symbol of her marital status within her community. Switching gears, we explore household charms titled "Nyobo no aiko. " These five elegant charms hold significance for married women seeking protection or good fortune within their homes. Returning to Bethlehem once more, we witness yet another married woman donning traditional attire in 1898. Her hat veil showcases both modesty and fashion sense as she navigates life's daily challenges. The Pokot tribe takes center stage next as we encounter an older Pokot woman adorned with beaded ornaments denoting her marital status. Their vibrant colors tell stories of tradition passed down through generations. Continuing our journey among the Pokot people, another married woman proudly displays her beaded ornaments - symbols that signify commitment and belonging within her community. Celebration fills the air as a Pokot woman dances during an Atelo ceremony, honoring her married status and the unity of her tribe.