Silk Collection (page 4)

Blue Scarf
Jan Slotboom

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Blue Scarf
Jan Slotboom

Wooden Thread Holder, c. 1936. Creator: Edward L Loper
Wooden Thread Holder, c. 1936

Woman in stockings sitting on chair, close-up of legs, (B&W), low section
photography, black and white, Posing, Low section, Close-up, Black background, Sitting, Glamour, Sensuality, Elegant, Fashion, Old fashioned, Nostalgia, Past, Young Adult, Women, Young Women

Order of the Golden Fleece: Austrian Golden Fleece - Manufactured by Rothe and Neffe
LRI4630663 Order of the Golden Fleece: Austrian Golden Fleece - Manufactured by Rothe and Neffe (Vienna) - Reduced badge - 1850-1900 - Gold and enamals; original case in red sorrow gold with iron

Smoking cap, c. 1880 (embroidered velvet lined with machine-quilted silk)
3084444 Smoking cap, c.1880 (embroidered velvet lined with machine-quilted silk) by English School, (19th century); 6.5x19 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior, (oil on canvas)
651510 A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior, (oil on canvas) by Madrazo y Garreta, Raimundo de (1841-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior)

Cybill Shepherd pictured on the set of The Lady Vanishes, filmed at Marylebone Station in London. The Lady Vanishes is a 1979 British comedy mystery film

Ulugh Beg, also known as Mirzo Ulugbek, statue, at Ulugh Beg Observatory, Samarkand
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Ulugh Beg, also known as Mirzo Ulugbek, statue, at Ulugh Beg Observatory

Statue of Al Khwarizmi, a ninth century mathematician, Ichan Kala, Khiva, Uzbekistan
Uzbekistam, Khiva, Statue of Al Khwarizmi, a ninth century mathematician, Ichan Kala

Egrets, Peonies, and Willows, early 19th century. Creator: Yamamoto Baiitsu
Egrets, Peonies, and Willows, early 19th century

Crow and Willow Tree, November 1887. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
Crow and Willow Tree, November 1887

Nude Female Dancers from a Tunic, 700s. Creator: Unknown
Nude Female Dancers from a Tunic, 700s. Two rare nude female dancers with anklets and long scarves draped around their shoulders hold branches and pomegranates in their hands

Picture No. 12479403
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, head detail. Although Date:

Picture No. 12479402
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, mating. Although Date:

Picture No. 12479400
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori. Adult moth with eggs. Date:

Madama Soffritti weightlifter
Madama Soffritti pictured with weights and bar bells. Wearing Roman sandals, leather wrist guards, a silk knickerbocker costume, necklace and ear-rings. Date: circa 1905

Samurai Warrior riding a horse. A Japanese painting on silk, in a traditional Japanese style

Mohammed Alim Khan, the last Emir of Bukhara, 1911. Artist: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
Mohammed Alim Khan, the last Emir of Bukhara, 1911. The Emirate of Bukhara was established in 1785. Mohammed Alim Khan (1880-1944) claimed to be a direct descendant of Ghengis Khan

Duck Swimming in Water, 1847. Artist: Hokusai
Duck Swimming in Water, 1847. From the British Museum, London

Ben Thanh Market. Ao Dai dress shop. Ho Chi Minh city. Vietnam

Ben Thanh Market. Ao Dai dress shop. Ho Chi Minh city. Vietnam

Traditional vietnamese silk hanging lantern

South Korea, Seoul, Dongdaemun Market, Fabric Shop

Cambodia, Siem Reap, The Old Market, Display of Silk Scarves

Laos, Luang Prabang, Ban Xang Hai Village, Display of Souvenir Silk Scarfs

Miniature Painting on Silk, Lonely Travellers, Rajasthan
3609754 Miniature Painting on Silk, Lonely Travellers, Rajasthan by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Silk merchant in Tashkent, c. 1900
3785608 Silk merchant in Tashkent, c. 1900; (add.info.: Silk merchant in Tashkent, c. 1900. Modern day Uzbekistan, until 1924 part of Russian Empire.); Lebrecht History

French shop, belonging to La Soie corporation
3784854 French shop, belonging to La Soie corporation; (add.info.: French shop, belonging to La Soie corporation (societe anonyme). Early 20th century?); Lebrecht History

Goddess Radha Kishamgarh Miniature Painting on Silk
3609931 Goddess Radha Kishamgarh Miniature Painting on Silk by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Radha Krishna Miniature Painting on Silk
3609773 Radha Krishna Miniature Painting on Silk by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Miniature Painting on Silk Peacock
3609887 Miniature Painting on Silk Peacock by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Miniature Painting on Silk, Royal Procession
3609755 Miniature Painting on Silk, Royal Procession by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Silk factory
3790035 Silk factory; (add.info.: Silk factory, Chinkiang, China. Early 20th century. postcard); Lebrecht History

Ancient Chinese Girl with a Round Silk Fan
Catherine W

Decorated cake and animal pastries in shop window display in Chinatown

Silk and multi-gem evening bag, by Cartier, c.1935 (silk, jade, onyx & diamond)
7574659 Silk and multi-gem evening bag, by Cartier, c.1935 (silk, jade, onyx & diamond) by Cartier, Louis (1875-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261352 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

The outdoor banquet, a curtain of Russian games, 18th century (tapestry)
JEB4881769 The outdoor banquet, a curtain of Russian games, 18th century (tapestry) by Leprince, Jean Baptiste (1734-81); 400x545 cm; Musee des Tapisseries, Aix-en-Provence

Industry. The Silkworm. - I am only an insect, a simple caterpillar, A worm and nothing more; but, thanks to my work
8600280 Industry. The Silkworm. - I am only an insect, a simple caterpillar, A worm and nothing more; but, thanks to my work, I am regarded as equal to the most illustrious animals

Silk and multi-gem evening bag, by Cartier, c.1935 (silk, jade, onyx & diamond)
7574658 Silk and multi-gem evening bag, by Cartier, c.1935 (silk, jade, onyx & diamond) by Cartier, Louis (1875-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Panel from a set of bed hangings, c.1705-25 (silk, gold thread & embroidery)
1070924 Panel from a set of bed hangings, c.1705-25 (silk, gold thread & embroidery) by Anonymous; 269.2405x107.31x cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Court dress, c. 1750 (silk & metallic thread)
7336764 Court dress, c.1750 (silk & metallic thread) by English School, (18th century); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: In the eighteenth century)

Ensemble, c. 1730 (wool, silk & metallic thread)
7336606 Ensemble, c.1730 (wool, silk & metallic thread) by French School, (18th century); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Comic postcard, Couple at an underwear counter - real silk undies Date: 20th century

Woman in fur-trimmed outfit, era of Marie Antoinette
Woman in floral bonnet, wearing a fichu and pink fur-trimmed coat over long white skirts and carrying a cane. Era of Marie Antoinette. Handcolored engraving by Ap

Signed ballet shoes belonging to Maria Taglioni (1804-84) (photo)
CHT171831 Signed ballet shoes belonging to Maria Taglioni (1804-84) (photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque de l Opera Garnier, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

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Silk, the epitome of elegance and luxury, has a rich history that spans across continents and centuries. From the Map of the Empire of King Alexander the Great to The Royal Bride, it has adorned royalty throughout time, symbolizing opulence and refinement. In Fashions for 1954, silk took center stage as it draped gracefully on women with impeccable style. Just like a Twenties flapper girl sitting at a cocktail bar exuding confidence and allure, silk dresses accentuated their every move. The timeless beauty was captured in Reading Aloud by Albert Joseph Moore in 1884. Its delicate threads whispered stories from generations past while Working drawings by William Morris showcased intricate patterns woven into this luxurious fabric. Fred Archer's mastery behind the lens immortalized Burmese women donning their native attire made from vibrant silks. Their colorful garments reflected their culture's vibrancy and traditions. A red-headed girl seated in a sheer red dress evoked passion and sensuality through her choice of clothing. Silk clung to her curves like second skin, leaving little to the imagination but everything to desire. As Aphra Farquhar walked down the aisle wearing her wedding dress designed by Worth, all eyes were captivated by its ethereal beauty. Silk cascaded around her like a cloud of pure enchantment as she embarked on her journey towards eternal love. Good Morning. David Wright's artwork depicted an elegant woman wrapped in silk sheets as she greeted each day with grace and poise. The softness against her skin mirrored the gentle embrace of morning light. Even historical figures such as Henry Fiennes Pelham Clinton (1750-1778), Earl of Lincoln - Gainsborough Dupont recognized silk's allure when they chose it for their portraits. It became synonymous with power and prestige during those times. Silk is not merely a fabric; it embodies artistry, craftsmanship, and sophistication that transcends time.