Sleeves Collection (page 9)

Miss Ruth Lytton, (1875-1939), c1930. Creator: Unknown
Miss Ruth Lytton, (1875-1939), c1930. English stage, theatre and music hall actress

Saint Cecilia with an angel holding a musical score, 1617-1618. Artist: Domenichino
Saint Cecilia with an angel holding a musical score, 1617-1618. Painting housed at the Louvre, Paris. From A History of Painting, Volume III by Haldane MacFall. [T. C. and E. C

Portrait of William I of Orange, 1600-1615. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of William I of Orange, 1600-1615

Fashions for November - Dress of Green and Grey Striped Silk, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Fashions for November - Dress of Green and Grey Striped Silk, 1858. The stripes are exceedingly broad, and are edged at each side with a row of very narrow black lace, set on plain

Portrait of a little girl, 1767. Creator: Levin Elias
Portrait of a little girl, 1767

Philippine Charlotte, Duchess of Brunswick and Lüneburg, born Princess of Prussia, 1749-1848. Creator: Unknown
Philippine Charlotte, Duchess of Brunswick and Luneburg, born Princess of Prussia, 1749-1848

Cupid Tempting Virtue, 1658-1661. Creator: Jurgen Ovens
Cupid Tempting Virtue, 1658-1661

Edith (Cassidy) Fairbanks, d. 1944, c1905. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Edith (Cassidy) Fairbanks, d. 1944, c1905. Mrs. Warren (Charles) Fairbanks, full length portrait, standing, facing left

Natalie Clifford Barney, between c1890 and c1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Natalie Clifford Barney, between c1890 and c1910. Three-quarter length portrait, seated, facing right. Daughter of Alice Pike Barney

Miss Barney, between c1890 and c1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Miss Barney, between c1890 and c1910. Half-length portrait, standing, facing right, wearing diamond printed dress with large sleeves, feathered hat

Illustration of the Helene blouse, with frilled collar
Illustration of the Helene blouse or bodice, with high, frilled collar, and front, puff, leg o mutton sleeves and corseted waist. From a section, Our Ladies Pages: Fashions up to Date'. Date: 1895

Illustration of the Adele blouse, with high collar
Illustration of the Adele blouse or bodice, with high collar, and elaborate, ribboned puff, leg o mutton sleeves and corseted waist. From a section, Our Ladies Pages: Fashions up to Date'

Illustration of the Carmencita blouse or bodice, striped, with puff, leg o mutton sleeves and corseted waist. From a section, Our Ladies Pages: Fashions up to Date'. Date: 1895

Miriam Clements, actress, studio portrait in corseted gown
Miriam Clements, actress (died 1954), studio portrait in corseted gown with black satin shoulders and dotted gauze sleeves

Frances Dee
American actress Frances Dee (1909-2004) had a film career spanning from the 1930s to the 1950s. Date: circa 1931

Japanese traditional costume - kimono in red, white and blue, with design of landscape and buildings Date: 1930s

Advert for Peter Robinson's mourning clothing 1896
Variety of mourning clothing for widows kept in stock for daughters, relatives and servants, available from Peter Robinson's Mourning Warehouse, Regent Street, London. 1896

Advert for Jay's mourning clothing 1893
Large and well-assorted stock of mourning costumes, mantles and millinery for immediate wear. 1893

Jenny Marx, nee von Westphalen, wife of Karl Marx
Jenny Marx (Johanna Bertha Julie "Jenny" Freiin von Westphalen, 1814-1881), wife of Karl Marx. The couple married in 1843, in Bad Kreuznach, Germany. Date: circa 1840s

Marshall & Snelgrove gown: loose fitting, high waisted ankle length gown in a bronze fabric, round neckline, Medici style collar, translucent sleeves & reverse cuffs. Date: 1915

Black gown by Marshall & Snelgrove: raglan sleeves, turn back cuffs, long gored skirt with tiny patch pockets ornamented with tassels, white blouse & Louis heel shoes. Date: 1915

Children of London's West End. Boys: knitted jersey suits with knickerbockers. Girls: pink polonaise & sunbonnet; lilac dress with yoke, sash, gathered bodice & gigot sleeves Date: 1884

A delightful, white gown with short, full sleeves. The decoration consists of red roses on the sleeves, hemline & in a panel down the front of the skirt. Note the hair comb. Date: 1823

FASHION & FLOWER BOOK
Grey patterned robe with long tight sleeves; a matching pelerine-mantelet with the lappets tied behind to form a bustle. A crucifix on a black ribbon is also worn. circa 1840

The Age of Innocence, c. 1897 (plaster)
700238 The Age of Innocence, c.1897 (plaster) by Drury, Alfred (1856-1944); 39x29x13 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK

Portrait of a Woman (oil on canvas)
490149 Portrait of a Woman (oil on canvas) by Visch, Mathias de (1702-65); 85.5x71 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Miss Combs, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Miss Combs, between 1855 and 1865

Madam Morensi, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Madam Morensi, between 1855 and 1865. [Aka Madame Morenci? Opera singer?]

Belle Boyd, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Belle Boyd, between 1855 and 1865. [Confederate spy in the American Civil War]

Miss A. J. Evans, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Miss A.J. Evans, between 1855 and 1865

Lady Bury, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Lady Bury, between 1855 and 1865

Childs Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Eleanor Gausser
Childs Dress, c. 1938

Girls Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Sara Garfinkel
Girls Dress, c. 1937

Childs Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Catherine Fowler
Childs Dress, c. 1936

Mans Shirt, c. 1936. Creator: Catherine Fowler
Mans Shirt, c. 1936

Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Catherine Fowler
Dress, c. 1938

Wedding Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Catherine Fowler
Wedding Dress, c. 1938

Evening Dress, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Sylvia DeZon
Evening Dress, 1935/1942

Dress, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Charles Criswell
Dress, 1935/1942

La Flutiste, d apres Domenico Fetti, 1891. Creator: Marcellin-Gilbert Desboutin
La Flutiste, d apres Domenico Fetti, 1891

Emma Cecilia Thursby, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Emma Cecilia Thursby, 1865-1880. Thursby, Emma. Singer, between 1865 and 1880. [American singer]

Louise Francoise de la Baume-le-Blanc, Duchess of La Valliere, mistress to King Louis XIV, 1644-1710
FLO4657569 Louise Francoise de la Baume-le-Blanc, Duchess of La Valliere, mistress to King Louis XIV, 1644-1710. She wears her hair in ringlets, a pearl choker

Anne Genevieve de Bourbon, Duchess of Longueville, 1619-1679. Her hair is tied in a bun with two locks tied in ribbons
FLO4657500 Anne Genevieve de Bourbon, Duchess of Longueville, 1619-1679. Her hair is tied in a bun with two locks tied in ribbons, blue satin dress with lace collar and sleeves

Marie Angelique de Scorailles, Miss de Fontanges, mistress of King Louis XIV, 1661-1681
FLO4657585 Marie Angelique de Scorailles, Miss de Fontanges, mistress of King Louis XIV, 1661-1681. She wears her hair in long curls over her shoulders, a pearl choker

Marie d Hautefort, wife of Charles de Schomberg, favourite of Louis XIV, 1616-1691
FLO4657516 Marie d Hautefort, wife of Charles de Schomberg, favourite of Louis XIV, 1616-1691. She wears her hair in ringlets, a mantua dress in blue silk with lace collar and sleeves

Here are my Wings!, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1923 (colour litho)
829042 Here are my Wings!, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1923 (colour litho) by Barbier

The Chria, c. 1929 (tempera on board) (for detail see 244476)
LIS244475 The Chria, c.1929 (tempera on board) (for detail see 244476) by Burleigh, Averil Mary (1883-1949); diam: 25.4 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art; English, out of copyright

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"Sleeves: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the world of sleeves, where fashion meets history and art intertwines with culture. From the regal elegance of Elizabeth I to the fierce determination of suffragettes, they have played a significant role in shaping our perception of power, grace, and resilience. In George Gower's portrait of Elizabeth I, Queen of England and Ireland circa 1588, her majestic presence is enhanced by voluminous sleeves that symbolize her authority. These extravagant garments were not only fashionable but also served as a visual representation of her reign. Fast forward to a time when women fought for their rights on multiple fronts. The suffragette movement embraced unconventional methods like Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense. Imagine these brave women donning tailored suits with practical yet stylish sleeves that allowed them freedom while making a statement about their strength. Venturing outside the realm of royalty and activism, we find blacksmiths working tirelessly at their forge. Their muscular arms adorned with rolled-up sleeves speak volumes about hard work and dedication. These unsung heroes embody the essence of craftsmanship through sweat-soaked shirtsleeves. Frans Hals' iconic painting "The Laughing Cavalier" captures an enigmatic figure from two different eras - 1624 and 1943 or c1915 respectively. In both versions, his elaborate lace cuffs add flair to his flamboyant attire while reflecting changing fashion trends over time. Sleeves transcend gender boundaries as well; Vaslav Nijinsky effortlessly combines athleticism with grace in his tennis outfit featuring short-sleeved tops that allow him unrestricted movement on the court. This fusion between sports and style showcases how even functional clothing can be transformed into a fashion statement. Evening wear takes center stage in 1939 when glamorous gowns boasted intricate sleeve designs that added drama to every step taken on red carpets around the world.