Toque Collection

Shell Fountain / Costume
Tunic dress by Paquin: draped tango skirt with front split & train, translucent flared tunic & pearl adorned corsage, toque / turban with feather trim

Ice Skating Women 1899
Grey & white fur trim with wrap over jacket bodice, gored skirt decorated just below knee level. Blue costume with brown fur trim, red blouse, jacket with striped revers. Date: 1899

Frocks and thrills: Gowns and headdresses from Paris 1913
Women models wearing a selection of different style evening wear, including the lamp-shade skirt, Turkish trousers, low scaft-belt cloak and the knee skirt. 1913

The Famous Dolma Maker, Constantinople
A Famous Dolma maker. Dolma is a family of stuffed vegetable dishes in the cuisines of the former Ottoman Empire and surrounding regions. The stuffing may or may not include meat

Evening Dress / Zimmerman
Back view of a high waisted draped gown with train by Zimmerman. An embroidered floating panel hangs from the shoulders. Worn with a toque & aigrette

Mother of the Bride fashion by drawn by Barbara Hulanicki
A dress and coat in delicate emerald wild silk as a suggested wedding ensemble for a mother of the bride, with a low, swathed neckline and bow at the waist of the dress and dramatic full coat

Actress Pauline Le Bargy called Simone Le Bargy, c. 1905
1704516 Actress Pauline Le Bargy called Simone Le Bargy, c. 1905 by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: actress Pauline Le Bargy called Simone Le Bargy, c. 1905).

Bela Kun (1886-1939?) hungarian communist leader, he took part in creation of Hungarian Soviet Republic in 1919 in
1759714 Bela Kun (1886-1939?) hungarian communist leader, he took part in creation of Hungarian Soviet Republic in 1919 in Hungary, after he was victim of stalinian purges, here c

Saint Georges knights, russian soldiers of the guards newly promoted, 1st world war
1755702 Saint Georges knights, russian soldiers of the guards newly promoted, 1st world war; (add.info.: Saint Georges knights, russian soldiers of the guards newly promoted)

Madame Kyra Alanova (1902-1965, dancer, studio fashion portrait. With description)
Madame Kyra Alanova (1902-1965, dancer, studio fashion portrait. With description, Madame Alanovahas left for America where she will give a series of dance recitals)

A selection of late Victorian hats for women. Date: 1900

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Sri Lanka, Sigiriya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Toque Macaque monkey portrait Date: 27/10/2007

Runner - Livery of a English courier, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile
FLO4572957 Runner - Livery of a English courier, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historique de la France

Chief Herald of Arms, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul
FLO4572916 Chief Herald of Arms, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historique de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Kitchen boy on a cigarette break (oil on canvas)
BRM349553 Kitchen boy on a cigarette break (oil on canvas) by Bail, Joseph (1862-1921); 16 x 22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Cesare Borgia, Duke of Valentinois (oil on canvas) (b / w photo)
XIR442291 Cesare Borgia, Duke of Valentinois (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Italian School, (15th century); 60x47 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes

Fashionable woman or Merveilleuse in a toque cap, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986479 Fashionable woman or Merveilleuse in a toque cap, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman or Merveilleuse in a toque cap)

Woman reading a letter wearing a velvet dress and toque
Woman reading a letter wearing a dress and toque hat of sea-green silk velvet edged with ermine. Ermine shawl and muff. Robe et toque de velours de soie vert de mer bordees d hermine

Woman in suit of white velvet decorated with otter
Woman in suit and hat of white velvet decorated with otter fur and trim. Tailleur de velours blanc frappe garni de loutre et de passementerie

Fashionable woman in an embroidered toque cap, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986628 Fashionable woman in an embroidered toque cap, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman in an embroidered toque cap)

Toque or Bonnet Monkey (Cercopithecus radiatus)
Toque or Bonnet Monkey (Cercopithecus radiatus, Toque macaque, Macaca sinica). Date: 1842

Toque macaque, Macaca sinica. Endangered. Simia sinica Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jakob Samuel Walwerth after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Johann Christian Daniel

Alsatian peasant woman of Kochersberg, 19th century
Alsatian peasant woman in festival costume, Kochersberg, 19th century. Her bonnet and bodice are embroidered with silver thread. The black cravat is traditional to the town

Peasant woman of Baden, Switzerland, 19th century
Peasant woman of Baden, near Basel, Switzerland, 19th century. Her straw hat is decorated with silk pompons, and her toque with bows

Milkmaid of Oberhasli, Switzerland, 19th century
Married milkmaid of Oberhasli, Canton of Bern, Switzerland, 19th century. She wears a velvet toque under a braid of hair, a check bib, chemise, apron and petticoats

Young girl of the Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland, 19th century. She wears a small toque and her long hair is plaited with ribbons

Young girl of the Canton of Zurich, Switzerland, 19th century. A chambermaid in town has modified her rural costume with a shorter skirt and ruched sleeves

Toque macaque, rhesus macaque and parakeet auklet
Toque macaque, Macaca sinica, endangered 1, rhesus macaque, Macaca mulatta 2, and parakeet auklet, Aethia psittacula 3. Macaque bonnet chinois, macaque rhesus, macareux

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

Toque macaque monkeys, breadfruit tree and talipot palm
Toque macaque monkeys, Macaca sinica (endangered) amid breadfruit trees, Artocarpus altilis, and talipot palm, Corypha umbraculifera, in Sri Lanka

Lion-tailed macaque, pig-tailed macaque and toque macaque
Wanderoo or lion-tailed macaque, Macaca silenus (endangered), northern pig-tailed macaque, Macaca leonina (vulnerable), and toque macaque, Macaca sinica (endangered)

Woman in Racy Cap in an English Park
Woman in combed up hairstyle with cap decorated with grapes and feathers called Racy Cap in an English Park. Toque Galante au parc Anglais

Livery of a French courier, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Chief Herald of Arms, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Latest summer fashion from Paris, dress or undress? Decollete and slit up, but not clinging. Date: 1913

Motoring attire for women 1905
Edwardian womens clothing for motoring excursions, left; model wearing leather jacket, right; motoring toque hat with veil over face. 1905

Woman Wearing a Toque and a Mermaids Tail, 1900 (litho)
1071503 Woman Wearing a Toque and a Mermaids Tail, 1900 (litho) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 24.4x24.1 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Foundation for the Arts

A Victorian rocking New Year card of a boy dressed as a chef riding a duck, c
3604587 A Victorian rocking New Year card of a boy dressed as a chef riding a duck, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Lord Kitcheners Conquest of the Soudan, 1896-98 - Mahmoud
STC361087 Lord Kitcheners Conquest of the Soudan, 1896-98 - Mahmoud, the Khalifas Chief Lieutenant, taken Captive after the Battle of Atbara, from The Illustrated London News

Portrait of a Lady, Seated, Half Length, with a Snuff Box, (oil on canvas)
659355 Portrait of a Lady, Seated, Half Length, with a Snuff Box, (oil on canvas) by Tocque, Louis M. (1696-1772); 81.7x65 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady, Seated, Half Length)

Fashionable woman in cap and short jacket, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986638 Fashionable woman in cap and short jacket, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman in cap and short jacket, 1801)

Woman from Grenada, 16th century
5855303 Woman from Grenada, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Woman from Grenada, 16th century, in long purple cape lined with green)

Portrait of a Gentleman, half-length, Wearing a Grey Jacket (oil on canvas)
827784 Portrait of a Gentleman, half-length, Wearing a Grey Jacket (oil on canvas) by Tocque, Louis M. (1696-1772) (circle of); 80x64 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Gentleman)

Mery Laurent Wearing a Small Toque, 1882 (pastel on canvas)
1199790 Mery Laurent Wearing a Small Toque, 1882 (pastel on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 55.3x34.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; French

Portrait of Jean-Louis Lemoyne (1665-1715), in a Red Coat
827967 Portrait of Jean-Louis Lemoyne (1665-1715), in a Red Coat; Portrait de Jean-Louis Lemoyne (1665-1715), Vetu d une Veste Rouge, (oil on oval canvas) by Tocque, Louis M

Parisian woman wearing toque hat with feathers 1914
Parisian woman dresses in outdoor wear for the winter, wearing fur coat and toque hat with feathers and veil. Date: 1914

PANIER REVIVAL 1912
Latest Paris mode is a recreation or revival of a mid C18th polonaise called here a panier dress. Worn with Louis heel shoes & a fur stole. Date: 1912

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"From Shell Fountain to Costume: Exploring the Fascinating World of Toques" Step back in time and discover the allure of toques throughout history. In 1899, ice skating women donned these stylish headpieces, adding a touch of elegance to their winter pursuits. Fast forward to 1913, where Parisian frocks and headdresses showcased the height of fashion. Traveling further east, we encounter Constantinople's famous Dolma Maker sporting a traditional toque while creating culinary delights. Meanwhile, Barbara Hulanicki's exquisite drawings capture the essence of Mother-of-the-Bride fashion with intricate details on stunning headwear. Madame Kyra Alanova takes center stage in her studio portrait from 1902-1965 as she embarks on an American dance tour before returning to England in spring. The early 1900s witnessed a plethora of Victorian hats for women that exuded sophistication and charm. As we delve into the early 20th century, evening hairstyles in 1912 embraced unique toque designs that complemented elegant ensembles perfectly. Edwardian hats adorned with floral decorations became all the rage in 1909, adding a whimsical touch to any outfit. Sports enthusiasts were not left behind either; tennis players flaunted fashionable headgear specifically designed for their athletic endeavors by embracing trends from as early as 1910. And when spring arrived in full bloom during those years, women eagerly awaited new clothing styles that embodied freshness and femininity. Finally, gracing Tatler's cover was an enchanting Mattli dress fit for Ascot or garden parties – complete with a captivating toque serving as its crowning glory. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate the versatility and timeless appeal of "toques" – truly an accessory that transcends eras.