Cloaks Collection

Caricature of Harry Paulton, actor and dramatist
Caricature of Harry Paulton (1842-1917), actor and dramatist. Seen here outside the Avenue Theatre, London, in cloak and hat -- Manteaux Noirs; or, a Tale of the Embankment

Macbeth / Witches / Cauldron
Act IV, Scene I The witches in their cavern, gathered around the boiling cauldron; " in the poisn d entrails throw"

Knight Templar, knight and Bishop
Knight Templar stands on a Mediterranean shore, wearing the red cross on his cloak authorised by pope Eugenius III in 1146. Knight in chainmail, robe and holding shield and sword, and bishop

Fashionable women in new creations 1913
Women models wearing the latest winter beautifully decorative wraps. 1913

Advertisement, George Augustus Nicholas, Furs
Advertisement, George Augustus Nicholas, 36 Bruton Street, London W1, Londons Expert Furrier. 1927

The Dolly Sisters in Paris-New York
The Dolly Sisters in a scene from Paris-New York, Paris, 1927 1927

English Court Dress C16
Nobleman & Knight of the Order of the Garter at the court of Queen Elizabeth I. N.B trunk- hose, canions, peascod-bellied doublets, ruffs, cloaks, copotain hat, gowns, flat cap

Chinese natural clothing
5312118 Chinese natural clothing; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Chinese natural clothing including: rice straw cloaks and wooden and straw sandals)

Chinese natural clothing
5312119 Chinese natural clothing; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Chinese natural clothing: the working man holds a bamboo handled umbrella, whilst the peasant wears a rice straw cloak and hat)

The International Exhibition: the New Zealand Court... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: the New Zealand Court - from a photograph by the London Stereoscopic Company, 1862....some articles of furniture

The War in Schleswig: the 9th regiment of hussars...bivouacking on the battlefield... 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: the 9th regiment of hussars (Prince Liechtenstein's) bivouacking on the battlefield of Over-Selk after the fight - from a sketch by our special artist

Persian Girl
Moein Hasheminasab

Save Me
Peet van den Berg

Woman in a long cloak and hood, seen from different views, 1840. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Woman in a long cloak and hood, seen from different views, 1840

Valkyries Riding into Battle, mid-19th century. Creator: Johan Gustaf Sandberg
Valkyries Riding into Battle, mid-19th century

Two women from Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Two women from Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Margaretha van Maurik and Petronella van Abcoude, the first and second wives of Johan, lord of Culemborg

Two women from Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Creator: Nicolaes de Kemp
Two women from Culemborg, c.1600-c.1625. Barbara van Gemen and Aleid van Gotterswick. The first and second wives of Johan III, lord of Culemborg. Coats of arms of Gemen and Van Gotterswick

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Zouaves, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Zouaves, 1854. North African soldiers in the French army during the Crimean War. The enemy were getting up all their strength for a final effort

Traditional Cloaks worn by women of West Cork. Ireland

Court Mantles during the reign of Louis XVIII
3784704 Court Mantles during the reign of Louis XVIII; (add.info.: Court Mantles during the reign of Louis XVIII, 1816 - from engraving by Polidor Pauquet after Horace Vernet)

Matador waving red cape at bull during bullfight, bull is speared with barbed sticks (banderillas), Plaza de Toros, Valencia, Spain. July 2014

Three Shilluk Warriors of the Upper Nile, Sudan, Africa - bearing traditional weapons and displaying feather-topped topknots (one bearing the full head of what appears to be a crane) Date: circa 1910s

The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Oxford Commemoration... 1863, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Oxford Commemoration: Reception under the Arch of Steel by the Apollo University Lodge of Freemasons, June 16, 1863, (1901)

King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, 1901
King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, February 14, 1901. Edward VII (1841-1910) and Queen Alexandra (1844-1925) in ceremonial ermine

From the village to the market, Lalibela
Giovanni Cavalli

Woman wearing a white old point lace cape with collar, with choux of pale green and pale blue velvet. Date: 1896

The Calling of Elisha, 1572 (oil on panel)
471398 The Calling of Elisha, 1572 (oil on panel) by Massys or Metsys, Jan (1509-75); 96x140 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Placement of the Doctoral Biretta (oil on canvas)
354823 Placement of the Doctoral Biretta (oil on canvas) by Martinez Anaya, Antonio (17th century); Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca

Costumes of Frankish lords at the court of Charles the Bald, 9th century
6338955 Costumes of Frankish lords at the court of Charles the Bald, 9th century by Villain (19th century); (add.info.: Costumes of Frankish lords at the court of Charles the Bald, 9th century)

Mrs Laura Knight, c. 1925 (charcoal, w / c & ink on paper)
863075 Mrs Laura Knight, c.1925 (charcoal, w/c & ink on paper) by Belcher, George (1875-1947); 39.4x29.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Cardinal Guido of Monfort opening the ark of the Saint, School of the Saint, 1512 (fresco)
2196216 Cardinal Guido of Monfort opening the ark of the Saint, School of the Saint, 1512 (fresco) by Montagna, Bartolomeo (c.1450-1525); Basilica of Saint Anthony, Padua, Italy; (add.info.: Padua)

Hard Times and No Expectations (litho)
7201178 Hard Times and No Expectations (litho) by Neilson, Harry B (1861-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hard Times and No Expectations, impoverished owls)

Portrait of Friedrich Magnus I von Solms-Laubach, 1543 (oil on panel)
3711004 Portrait of Friedrich Magnus I von Solms-Laubach, 1543 (oil on panel) by Faber, Conrad (1500-52); 55.7x37.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederick Magnus I)

Travelling in time of the Plantagenets (engraving)
3641988 Travelling in time of the Plantagenets (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travelling in time of the Plantagenets)

A group of men disembarking from their carriage (colour litho)
959987 A group of men disembarking from their carriage (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dressmakers, Matthias Otto Junior, trade card (engraving)
984079 Dressmakers, Matthias Otto Junior, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dressmakers, Matthias Otto Junior, trade card. Date, c 1760)

Portrait of Francisco Pizarro (engraving)
819532 Portrait of Francisco Pizarro (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francisco Pizarro, Spanish conquistador who conquered the Inca Empire)

Portrait of Saint Francis of Paola (engraving)
820535 Portrait of Saint Francis of Paola (engraving) by Flemish School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Francis of Paola (1416-1507)

Portrait of Prince John of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen (engraving)
820485 Portrait of Prince John of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen (engraving) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John, Prince of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen)

Detail from A Dervish, Seated in Contemplation, c. 1650 (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
874402 Detail from A Dervish, Seated in Contemplation, c.1650 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 16.4 x12 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Two women with turbans, dresses and cloaks of cashmere, from Costumes Parisiens
475982 Two women with turbans, dresses and cloaks of cashmere, from Costumes Parisiens, 1831 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Phryne (litho)
3096148 Phryne (litho) by Frappa, Jose (1854-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phryne. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

New years card with soldier (colour photo)
3094501 New years card with soldier (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New years card with soldier)

Krishna Raja Wadiyar IV, Maharaja of Mysore (colour photo)
3095815 Krishna Raja Wadiyar IV, Maharaja of Mysore (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Krishna Raja Wadiyar IV, Maharaja of Mysore)

Effigy of Queen Elizabeth I (colour litho)
3095823 Effigy of Queen Elizabeth I (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth I. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Sketch by Soulie of three sumptuous fur coats, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

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"Cloaks: A Timeless Tale of Mystery, Fashion, and Tradition" Step into the world as we unravel their fascinating history and diverse significance. From Shakespeare's Macbeth to fashionable women in 1913, these versatile garments have adorned countless individuals throughout the ages. In the eerie realm of Macbeth, they were donned by witches as they stirred their cauldron with wicked intentions. These mystical garments added an air of enchantment to their dark rituals. Fast forward to 1913, where fashionable women proudly showcased new cloak creations. With intricate designs and luxurious fabrics, these stylish ensembles captured the essence of elegance and sophistication. Not only a fashion statement but also a symbol of honor and tradition, knights Templar would drape themselves in majestic cloaks alongside knights and bishops. These regal garments embodied chivalry and nobility. Even advertisements featured cloaks prominently; George Augustus Nicholas' fur collection boasted opulent designs that exuded warmth and glamour for those seeking luxury during colder seasons. The Dolly Sisters made waves in Paris-New York with their impeccable style choices. Their choice? Cloaks that effortlessly blended modernity with timeless grace - a testament to the enduring allure of this garment. Traveling back further in time, English court dress from the 16th century featured elaborate cloaks fit for royalty. These exquisite pieces showcased wealth while adding an air of grandeur to any occasion. Closer to spirituality than fashion alone, bishops adorned themselves with vestments including magnificent cloaks during religious ceremonies—a visual representation of divinity's embrace on earth. Venturing into Spain's bullfighting arenas in July 2014 revealed yet another use for this versatile garment—the matador waving his red cape at a charging bull. The cloak became both protection and spectacle as barbed sticks pierced through its fabric amidst cheers from spectators at Plaza de Toros Valencia.