Night Dress Collection

Anna by the Water, 1878 (oil on canvas)
OVR364987 Anna by the Water, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Sinding, Otto Ludvig (1842-1909); 65x45 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Anna ved vannet); Photo © O. Vaering

Handbag Advert / Army / Navy
A selection of British made & foreign handbags, pochettes & evening bags in crepe de chine, also a beaded bag, an embroidered nightdress sachet & a bag with applique flowers

Female Type / Cynical 1917
A cynical young woman, after an encounter: " The more I think about it, the more I feel that men are just big fools." Date: 1917

Breakfast in Bed 1930S
Smiling woman pours herself a refreshing cup of tea before tucking into a feast of grapefruit, boiled egg from an egg cup & toast served on a tray

Mirrored Dressing Table
A graceful & elegant woman sits on an upholstered leather chair at a stylish art deco mirrored dressing table with a bottle of scent, candlesticks & looking glass

NIGHTDRESS
A blonde woman reveas her long legs as she poses for the camers wearing a white nightdress Date: 1950s

Joanna Lumley Actress as Passionate Purdey in a bed room scene for TV show the New Avenger DBase MSI

Model Audrey Nicholson wearing nightee seen here with her Teddy bear. 1959

Model Audrey Nicholson wearing nightee seen here with her Teddy bear. 1959

Fiona Richmond January 1976 Actress Glamour Model Pictured at home in her London Flat

Fiona Richmond January 1976 Actress Glamour Model Pictured at home in her London Flat

See-Through Nightgown
Sultry, fifties temptress, wearing a see-through nightdress with ribbon stripe, soft gathers at the neckline & double spaghetti straps, beckons to the viewer

Anglo Saxon man in shirt and corpse in shroud. 1796 (engraving)
7233740 Anglo Saxon man in shirt and corpse in shroud. 1796 (engraving) by Austrian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Countess of Rasty in Bed, 1880 (pastel on paper)
7332033 The Countess of Rasty in Bed, 1880 (pastel on paper) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Galleria D'Arte Sacerdoti, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Artist: Giovanni Boldini); Ghigo Roli

The Countess of Rasty in Bed, detail, 1880 (pastel on paper)
7332005 The Countess of Rasty in Bed, detail, 1880 (pastel on paper) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Galleria D'Arte Sacerdoti, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Artist: Giovanni Boldini); Ghigo Roli

The robber Cartouche dining with the Marshal of Boufflers, 19th century (engraving)
7312236 The robber Cartouche dining with the Marshal of Boufflers, 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

My Mother 3, 1870 (illustration)
7309631 My Mother 3, 1870 (illustration) by Howard, J. (active c. 1870); 27, 5 x 23, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In "Aunt Louisa's wee wee stories": Country Alphabet, Baby)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153155 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153149 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153163 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153161 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153151 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153153 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho)
7153152 Lingerie and Pyjamas from Debenham and Freebody, 1930s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mischievous Mary (colour litho)
7157011 Mischievous Mary (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mischievous Mary)

Getting Up, 1911 (w / c)
6199969 Getting Up, 1911 (w/c) by Foggie, David (1878-1948); 68.3x53_x000D_ 20 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

Saxon men in tunics and nightshirt, 1843 (engraving)
7235645 Saxon men in tunics and nightshirt, 1843 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Saxon tunic as worn in the 8th century)

Obedient Olive (colour litho)
7157009 Obedient Olive (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Obedient Olive)

English gentleman lighting his nightshirt on fire with a candle. 1900 (chromolithograph)
7233601 English gentleman lighting his nightshirt on fire with a candle. 1900 (chromolithograph) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); (add.info)

Little girl with a doll in her Christmas stocking (chromolitho)
7157126 Little girl with a doll in her Christmas stocking (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little girl with a doll in her Christmas stocking)

The Fairies in the Fire (colour litho)
7181976 The Fairies in the Fire (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fairies in the Fire)

"I may as well go down and peep / Inside the parlour cupboard"(engraving)
7184061 " I may as well go down and peep / Inside the parlour cupboard" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Girl praying by her bed (chromolitho)
7201249 Girl praying by her bed (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl praying by her bed, watched by cherubs)

Pet dog trying to stop a little girl from going upstairs to bed (colour litho)
7157419 Pet dog trying to stop a little girl from going upstairs to bed (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Little girl kneeling beside her bed and saying her prayers (litho)
7149719 Little girl kneeling beside her bed and saying her prayers (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Protecting rationed food (colour litho)
7150993 Protecting rationed food (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

A Night Alarm (colour litho)
7201930 A Night Alarm (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Night Alarm. Illustration from The Sphere, 30 November 1901.); © Look and Learn

Linen. 1929 (engraving)
6437542 Linen. 1929 (engraving) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art of living. Fashion. Sale of home textiles, le Blanc: sheets, cushions, tablecloths)

Before the bath, 1894 (oil on canvas)
AIS5356064 Before the bath, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Casas i Carbo, Ramon (1866-1932); Museu de Montserrat, Abadia de Montserrat

Time for bed (chromolitho)
732816 Time for bed (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Time for bed.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Joan Hooley -Actress as Elsie - Sep 1962 with George Webb as a preacher in the play " Do Somethin Addy Man" at the Theatre Royal Stratford

Reading a bedtime stoyry is just the thing the house mothers do to make everything as homely as possible for thr 480 children at the L.C.C. residential school at Ashford Middlesex

Actress Diana Dors actress wearing a silk style nightdress in the film It Remains To Be Seen December 1952

Reveille Fashion Feature Reveille Model Rita Royce seen here modelling a maribou nightie December 1963

Peter Pan takes off. Dawn Addams (second from left) with Alison Frazer, as Wendy, David Morris, as John and Douglas Mann (extreme right), as Michael

Model Rita Royce wearing marabou fur trimmed nightie. December 1963

Models Baker twins wearing night dresses. July 1962

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"Night Dress: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the world fashion with this captivating caption that takes you on a historical and artistic adventure. From handbag adverts to army and navy influences, explore the diverse range of nightwear for women throughout the years. In 1917, during a cynical era, females embraced their femininity even in their choice of night attire. Picture them confidently donning delicate nightgowns while challenging societal norms. Fast forward to the glamorous 1930s, where breakfast in bed was not complete without an elegant lady adorned in her luxurious nightdress. The mirrored dressing table reflected her beauty as she prepared for slumber or indulged in self-care rituals. The iconic NIGHTDRESS became "Somebody's Cup of Tea, " as depicted by David Wright's artwork capturing its allure and sensuality. Joanna Lumley brought passion to life as Passionate Purdey on TV screens, showcasing how a bedroom scene could be elevated by a stunning actress wearing an exquisite nightdress. In 1959, model Audrey Nicholson effortlessly exuded charm while posing with her beloved teddy bear in a timeless nightee ensemble. This image captured the innocence and comfort associated with nighttime rituals. For those daring souls who wished to embrace their seductive side, see-through nightgowns became alluring options that left little to the imagination but added an undeniable touch of allure. Travel back further through history to witness Anglo-Saxon men clad in shirts alongside shrouded corpses from 1796 engravings. Night attire has always played a role beyond mere fashion; it symbolizes cultural practices and customs surrounding sleep and death alike. Finally, immerse yourself in artistry with pastel depictions like "The Countess of Rasty in Bed. " These intricate details transport us back to 1880 when nobility reveled in opulent surroundings even during bedtime hours.