Woven Collection

Welsh Girls in Traditional Costume 1908
A group of seven Welsh girls in traditional costume. One of them holds a large doll on her lap, and three are holding baskets

SSanta Fe, New Mexico, United States. Indian Market, Native American basket

Flags of the German Empire
Illustration of a Flags of the German Empire

Chukchi Warrior in Armor
A Chukchi warrior of north- eastern Siberia, in a remarkable suit of armour apparently made from woven reeds. His wife and child admire him

Textiles at Totonicapan market, Guatemala, Central America

Ghana, Ashanti Region, Kumasi. Kente cloth, the traditional fine textile used for robes in Ghana

Byzantine silk textiles dating from 10th century, Treasury of Ste. Foy, Conques, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Suffragette W. S. P. U Sash Votes for Women
Womens Social & Political Union sash, in the colours of purple, white and green. White background with border edging of purple and green, dark green lettering

Suffragette W. S. P. U Ribbon Badge
Suffragette badge in purple, white and green grosgrain ribbon, with Votes for Women woven into the middle white section. Issued by the Womens Social & Political Union

Woven fabric, SEM
Woven fabric fibres. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of synthetic fibres woven to form clothes. Nylon and polyester are common synthetic clothing materials

Southwest, American Indian art & handicrafts. Navajo blanket, beadwork, turquoise necklace, silver & turquoise belt buckle, 12-century Anasazi Mimbres bowl. PR

Norway - Kautokeino - Sami People

Textiles at Chichicastenango market, Guatemala, Central America

Suffragette W. S. P. U Sash Votes for Women
Sash produced for the Womens Social & Political Union, in the colours of purple, white and green. The sash is made in a heavy woven cotton material with white central panel and borders

Middle East, Israel, Nazareth, Jersualem tote bag for sale in market

A Chinese Tea Party (Furnishing Fabric), Manchester, c. 1854. Chinese-inspired design. Manufactured by Daniel Lee & Co

Ecuador, Otavalo. Woven wallhangings displaying scenes of Andean life and culture, handmade by weavers of Peguche and sold at Otavalo Market

Design for Woven Textile, art deco style
Design for Woven Textile in art deco style. Gouache on heavy paper. Silver Studio. 1933

The Unicorn is Killed and Brought to the Castle, c. 1500 (wool warp with wool, silk
3469071 The Unicorn is Killed and Brought to the Castle, c.1500 (wool warp with wool, silk, silver, and gilt wefts) by Netherlandish School (16th century)

Japanese Geisha playing a Traditional Shamisen
Japanese Geisha in her home playing a Traditional Shamisen Date: circa 1904

Colourful traditional clothes for sale, Paro, Bhutan, Asia

Hats for sale in the souk in the Medina, Marrakesh (Marrakech), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Le Meunier, Son Fils, et l'Ane (The Miller, His Son, and the Ass) (Furnishing Fabric), France, 1806. Designed by Jean Baptiste Huet after Jean Baptiste Oudry, manufactured by Oberkampf Manufactory

Advert for Ribana pure wool bathing suits 1931
Multiform and multicolour for a multitude of tastes.... Ribana swimming suits for women, men and children are finely woven from soft Austrralian wool in a wide variety of styles and colours

Messina - Italy - A Donkey carrying turnips
The quayside at Messina - Italy - A Donkey carrying turnips in side pannier bags Date: circa 1910s

Plaster antiseptic pad, SEM
Plaster antiseptic pad. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the antiseptic pad on a plaster. Magnification: x16 at 6x7cm size

Display of handmade hats for sale in market in Rahba Kedima Square in the souks of Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Lady Bathers - British - Bathing Chairs
Studio photograph (postcard) of wonderful basketwork bathing chairs occupied by smoking female bathers about to take a dip

Weaving on street, Oaxaca City, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Friendship bracelets, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, Central America

Africa, Ghana, Volta Region. In the Kente weavers village

A silk ikat robe in blue and yellow (silk)
1767218 A silk ikat robe in blue and yellow (silk); Private Collection; (add.info.: A silk ikat robe in blue and yellow. Bokhara, late 19th century.); Photo © Christie's Images.

American Woman's straw bonnet about 1840
3031617 American Woman's straw bonnet about 1840; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Woman's straw bonnet about 1840); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022.

1810 Period American Man's straw top hat with cockade
3031359 1810 Period American Man's straw top hat with cockade; Private Collection; (add.info.: 1810 Period American Man's straw top hat with cockade); © Don Troiani

Jacquard loom, with swags of punched cards from which pattern was woven. Engraving published Paris, 1876
530842 Jacquard loom, with swags of punched cards from which pattern was woven. Engraving published Paris, 1876; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Alaska Indian baskets, c.1890-1925
1128864 Alaska Indian baskets, c.1890-1925; Private Collection; (add.info.: Carpenter Collection).

The March
3118912 The March; (add.info.: Tapestry titled 'The March' by Judocus de Vos (1661-1734) a Flemish weaver. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The March
3118903 The March; (add.info.: Tapestry titled 'The March' by Judocus de Vos (1661-1734) a Flemish weaver. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

red fabric
engin akyurt

Austrian soldier in a trench on the eastern front, Russia, 1915 (photo)
699200 Austrian soldier in a trench on the eastern front, Russia, 1915 (photo); (add.info.: Austrian soldier in a trench on the eastern front)

Rowan Pattern
Gemma Bardot

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 14
Justyna Jaszke

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 13
Justyna Jaszke

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 12
Justyna Jaszke

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 11
Justyna Jaszke

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 10
Justyna Jaszke

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 9
Justyna Jaszke

Extraordinary femininity woven with threads of gold 8
Justyna Jaszke

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"Woven: A Tapestry of Cultures and Traditions" Step into the past with Welsh Girls in Traditional Costume, their vibrant garments intricately woven to showcase their rich heritage. Witness the strength and resilience of a Chukchi Warrior in Armor, his protective layers meticulously crafted through ancient weaving techniques. Travel to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where the Indian Market displays Native American baskets adorned with intricate patterns that tell stories passed down through generations. Marvel at the Flags of the German Empire, each thread representing a nation's history interwoven with pride. Journey to Ghana's Ashanti Region in Kumasi and immerse yourself in a sea of colorful textiles at Totonicapan market in Guatemala. These fabrics are not just mere cloth but masterpieces created by skilled hands using traditional looms. Delve deeper into history as you gaze upon Byzantine silk textiles dating back to the 10th century. Admire the artistry preserved within these treasures housed within Ste. Foy's Treasury. Experience empowerment through suffrage as you behold Suffragette W. S. P. U Sash Votes for Women and Suffragette W. S. P. U Ribbon Badge - symbols woven together by women fighting for equality and representation. Witness modern innovation as SEM showcases woven fabric that pushes boundaries and challenges conventional notions of textile design. Explore Norway's Kautokeino where Sami People weave their cultural identity into every garment they create. Finally, return to Guatemala's Chichicastenango market where vibrant textiles continue to be an integral part of daily life - a testament to centuries-old traditions that have stood strong amidst changing times. In this tapestry of diverse cultures united by weaving techniques, we find beauty intertwined with history, tradition blended seamlessly with innovation - reminding us that threads can connect us all across time and continents.