Padded Hose Collection

Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. London stage production. The Laureate has been careful to depict the more human relations

Farce dramatique... 1841. Creator: Honore Daumier
Farce dramatique... 1841. Doucement! Doucement!...ne levez pas le rideau, je ne joue pas... - (Le Directeur accourant effraye)

Man with sword in historic costume, c.1854-c.1887. Creator: Alexander Ver Huell
Man with sword in historic costume, c.1854-c.1887. The man wears padded hose and jerkin, and a hat with a plume

Portrait of Don Carlos, 1546-1562. Creator: Frans Huys
Portrait of Don Carlos, 1546-1562. Portrait of Don Carlos, infante of Spain, top right his coat of arms. Carlos, Prince of Asturias, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Philip II of Spain

Selling the loot, 1859. Creator: Herman Frederik Carel Ten Kate
Selling the loot, 1859

Francesco I de Medici (1541-1587), 1620-1624. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Francesco I de Medici (1541-1587), 1620-1624

Dandies, 1519 and 1819, published January 20, 1819. Creator: William Heath
Dandies, 1519 and 1819, published January 20, 1819. Male fashions of the 16th and 19th centuries. Attributed to William Heath

"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the... 1862
"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Engraving of a painting

Portrait of Francesco I de Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, ca. 1707

King Charles IX of France (1550-74), c. 1565, engraved by Chevrolat (coloured engraving)
PER287349 King Charles IX of France (1550-74), c.1565, engraved by Chevrolat (coloured engraving) by Chevignard, after (1750-1850); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Archer, n. d. Creator: Casimiro Tomba
Archer, late 19th-early 20th century

Portrait of Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, 1600-1700

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, 1596 / 1601. Creator: Studio of Marcus Gheeraerts
Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, 1596/1601

Alessandro Alberti with a Page, possibly 1544 / 1545. Creator: Gian Paolo Pace
Alessandro Alberti with a Page, possibly 1544/1545. The artist may be Gian Paolo Pace

Gerhard van Suchtelen, c. 1666. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
Gerhard van Suchtelen, c. 1666

Prince Hercule-Francois, Duc d Alencon, 1572. Creator: Unknown
Prince Hercule-Francois, Duc d Alencon, 1572

Portrait of a Gentleman, 1569. Creator: Antonis Mor
Portrait of a Gentleman, 1569

Couple and Death with a Drum, from The Dance of Death. Creator: Allaert Claesz
Couple and Death with a Drum, from The Dance of Death

The Standard Bearer, ca. 1515. Creator: Hans Schaufelein the Elder
The Standard Bearer, ca. 1515

A Standard-Bearer Flanked by a Lansquenet at each side (copy)

Anne Page, Slender and Shallow (Shakespeare, Merry Wives of Windsor, Act 1, Scene 1), first published 1792; reissued 1852

Portrait of a Man, Possibly Ottavio Farnese (1524-1586), Duke of Parma and Piacenza, 1563

Boy with a Greyhound, possibly 1570s. Creator: Paolo Veronese
Boy with a Greyhound, possibly 1570s

Ferdinando II de Medici (1610-1670) as a Boy. Creator: Copy after Justus Sustermans (Flemish, 17th century)
Ferdinando II de Medici (1610-1670) as a Boy

Charles I (1600-1649), King of England, 1629. Creators: Daniel Mytens, King Charles I
Charles I (1600-1649), King of England, 1629

The dwarf of the Duc de Guise, (19th century?). Creator: de Frey
The dwarf of the Duc de Guise, (19th century?). Nain Du Duc De Guise. Portrait of a court performer in 16th century dress, holding a bird

Guest in 16th century costume for Queen Victorias Bal Costume, May 12 1842, (1843). Members of the Royal Household were expected to wear dress of the Plantagenet period (c1154-1485)

Intartenimento che dano ogni giorno li Ciarlatani in Piazza di S. Marco al Populo... ca
Intartenimento che dano ogni giorno li Ciarlatani in Piazza di S. Marco al Populo, d ogni natione che mattina e sera ordinariamente, ui concore

King Charles IX of France (1550-74), c. 1565
XAM72414 King Charles IX of France (1550-74), c.1565 by Clouet, Francois (c.1510-72); 222x115 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; French, out of copyright

Don Carlos (1545-68), son of King Philip II of Spain (1556-98) and Maria of Portugal
XAM70726 Don Carlos (1545-68), son of King Philip II of Spain (1556-98) and Maria of Portugal, 1564 by Sanchez Coello, Alonso (c.1531-88); 186x82.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Scipio Clusone with a dwarf valet
XAM70471 Scipio Clusone with a dwarf valet by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94); 124x148 cm; Palazzo Spinola, Genoa, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

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"Padded Hose: A Fashionable Renaissance Trend" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of padded hose, a popular fashion trend during the Renaissance era. These unique garments were not only worn for practical purposes but also served as a symbol of status and style. Intriguing portraits from this period, such as Francesco I de Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, ca. 1707, reveal the elegance and grandeur associated with padded hose. The intricate engravings of King Charles IX of France (1550-74), c. 1565 by Chevrolat showcase the detailed craftsmanship that went into creating these fashionable leg coverings. Casimiro Tomba's depiction of an archer wearing padded hose reminds us that they were not limited to nobility alone; even commoners embraced this trend to add flair to their attire. Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex is captured in both a portrait from 1600-1700 and another piece dating back to 1596/1601 by Marcus Gheeraerts' studio - emphasizing how long-lasting this fashion statement was. Alessandro Alberti with a Page painted around 1544/1545 showcases the versatility as it complements different styles and outfits. Gerard Terborch II's painting features Gerhard van Suchtelen donning these distinctive leg coverings, highlighting their presence across various regions during this time. Even royalty couldn't resist embracing padded hose; Prince Hercule-Francois, Duc d Alencon is depicted in an intriguing portrait from 1572 where he flaunts his regal attire complete with these fashionable accessories. Antonis Mor's masterpiece "Portrait of a Gentleman" captures yet another example showcasing how men used padded hose to enhance their appearance. Beyond portraiture lies Allaert Claesz's "Couple and Death with a Drum, " which hints at the dark symbolism associated with padded hose.