Male and female fashion from the mid 15th century
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Male and female fashion from the mid 15th century
Male and female fashion from the mid 15th century.. Top: A knight kneeling with two women from a silk embroidery in the Sakristei des Domes, Aachen. Bottom: three women from a sketchbook by a Dutch master in Berlin Library. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the early Middle Ages to the end of the 18th Century, Frankfurt, 1883. IIlustration drawn by Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by C. Regnier, and published by Heinrich Keller. Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903) was a German archeologist, art historian and illustrator. He was director of the Bavarian National Museum from 1868 until 1886
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1883 Aachen Alteneck Berlin Domes Embroidery Frankfurt Jakobheinrichvonhefner Kneeling Knight Master Regnier Silk Sketchbook 15th
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1. Title: "Fashion Echoes from the Mid-15th Century: A Comparison of Male and Female Attire as Depicted in a Silk Embroidery and a Dutch Master's Sketchbook" This comparison showcases the intricate and alluring fashion trends of the mid-15th century, as depicted in a silk embroidery from the Sakristei des Domes in Aachen and a sketchbook by a Dutch master, now housed in the Berlin Library. Top: The exquisite silk embroidery, created around 1450, portrays a knight in full armor, humbly kneeling before two women. The women, adorned in rich fabrics and elaborate headdresses, display an air of regality and sophistication. Their attire includes fitted bodices, voluminous skirts, and intricate lace collars. The embroidery's vibrant colors and meticulous details provide a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of the era. Bottom: In stark contrast, the sketchbook drawing, created by a Dutch master around the same time, depicts three women in more casual settings. These women wear simpler garments, such as loose-fitting gowns and mantles, often adorned with fur trimmings and simple accessories. Their hairstyles, too, are more understated, with braids and simple head coverings. These depictions offer a fascinating glimpse into the diverse fashion trends of the mid-15th century, highlighting the contrast between formal and informal attire for both men and women. The intricacy and artistry of these works underscore the importance of fashion as a reflection of social status, wealth, and cultural influences during this period. This comparison is an excerpt from Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck's seminal work, "Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Early Middle Ages to the End of the 18th Century," published in Frankfurt in 1883. The work, which includes over 1,200 illustrations, remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of historical fashion.
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