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Vestito Collection

"Vestito: A Glimpse into the Fashion of History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "vestito" - a word that encompasses not just clothing

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Vestito Collection: La cabane du lion - Il casotto del leone, 1762, di Pietro Longhi (1701-1785)
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Vestito Collection: Costumes of Marie Galli (Carmen) and miss Ducasse (Frasquita) acting in 'Carmen'
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Vestito Collection: Germany / Baden Baden 1865 : promenade
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Marie de Medici (1575-1642)
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Vestito Collection: Guidoriccio da Fogliano. Guido Riccio da Fogliano (died 1352)
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Vestito Collection: Fresco of the life of Saint Martin. Saint Martin is a knight, detail
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Vestito Collection: Korean woman and young girl, 19th century
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Vestito Collection: Bowmen in the old palace of Seoul, Korea, end of 19th century
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Vestito Collection: Assyrian: King and suite, 1866 (coloured engraving)
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Vestito Collection: Old Orient, Persians: Magician, 1866 (coloured engraving)
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Vestito Collection: Korean military officer, on a sedan chair, going to an imperial audience, 19th century
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Vestito Collection: Korean woman in Traditional wedding dress, 19th century
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Vestito Collection: Fibula with double bow and pin ending in duck protome, from Piscolo (Melfi), tomb 48
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Domenico Annibali (oil on canvas, 18th century)
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Vestito Collection: Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 B. C. ), Roman statesman, orator, and author
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Philippe Duplessis Mornay (1549-1623), seigneur du Plessis Marly
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna Romanova of Russia (1897-1918)
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Vestito Collection: Full-length portrait of Charles IV, King of Spain. (oil on canvas, 19th century)
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of singer Adeline Patti (1843-1919) as Valentine in 'Les Huguenots'
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Vestito Collection: Costume of Bouhy (Escamillo) acting in 'Carmen'of Georges Bizet
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Henry IV (1553-1610), King of France
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Vestito Collection: Patriots shooting rifle (oil on canvas, 19th century)
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Vestito Collection: Old Orient / Persians: Persian army dress, 1866 (coloured engraving)
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Vestito Collection: Greece at the time of the Republics: Warriors wear their armor, 1866 (coloured engraving)
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Vestito Collection: Belt, from Laos (Marcellina, CS), room tomb
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1768-1821) as First Consul
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Henry IV (1553-1610), King of France
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Vestito Collection: Fresco of the life of Saint Martin. Saint Martins dream: Christ
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Vestito Collection: Portrait of Queen Maria Luisa wearing a Mantilla (oil on canvas, 1799)

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"Vestito: A Glimpse into the Fashion of History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "vestito" - a word that encompasses not just clothing, but also the stories and cultures woven within. From ancient civilizations to royal courts, let us embark on a visual journey through various eras and regions. Transporting us to late 19th century Korea, we encounter a haunting portrait of Empress Minbi. Tragically taken from this world during a fateful night in October 1895, her demise was rumored to be orchestrated by the Japanese ambassador. The black-and-white photograph captures her regal presence forever frozen in time. Moving forward chronologically, we find ourselves amidst the vibrant scenes depicted by Pietro Longhi's masterpiece "La cabane du lion - Il casotto del leone. " Painted in 1762, it offers an enchanting glimpse into Venetian life with its lively characters donning exquisite costumes that reflect their social status. Shifting our focus to the theatrical realm, Marie Galli as Carmen and miss Ducasse as Frasquita take center stage. Adorned in alluring costumes for their roles in "Carmen, " they embody passion and allure through their attire while captivating audiences with their performances. Traveling further back in time, we arrive at Germany's Baden-Baden promenade of 1865. Amidst this picturesque setting emerges an array of fashion styles worn by both men and women strolling along leisurely. Each outfit tells a unique story about societal norms and personal expression during that era. Delving deeper into history brings us face-to-face with Marie de Medici herself – an influential figure whose portrait showcases her grandeur as Queen Consort of France during the early 17th century. Her elaborate gown reflects power intertwined with elegance, symbolizing her role within European royalty.