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Classical Costume Collection

"Captivating Classical Costumes: A Glimpse into Timeless Elegance" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical costume

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Monument to George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, Westminster Abbey, London (b/w photo)

Monument to George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, Westminster Abbey, London (b/w photo)
CLF294194 Monument to George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, Westminster Abbey, London (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); (add.info)

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Basket of Anemones, 1913 (oil on canvas)

The Basket of Anemones, 1913 (oil on canvas)
CH402456 The Basket of Anemones, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Wontner, William Clark (1857-1930); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Purple Scarf, 1913 (oil on canvas)

The Purple Scarf, 1913 (oil on canvas)
CH402455 The Purple Scarf, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Wontner, William Clark (1857-1930); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Wedded, c. 1885 (bronze)

Wedded, c. 1885 (bronze)
PNH349114 Wedded, c.1885 (bronze) by Amendola, Giovanni Battista (1848-87); height: 73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Bus service between the Comedie Francaise and the Odeon (litho) (b / w photo)

Bus service between the Comedie Francaise and the Odeon (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT242880 Bus service between the Comedie Francaise and the Odeon (litho) (b/w photo) by Draner, Renard Jules (1833-1926); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Years at the Spring, 1901 (pencil on paper)

The Years at the Spring, 1901 (pencil on paper)
PNH349112 The Years at the Spring, 1901 (pencil on paper) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 26x15 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Dawn of Love, 1888 (oil on canvas)

The Dawn of Love, 1888 (oil on canvas)
SAV329298 The Dawn of Love, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Parsons, John Featherstone (1850-98); 23x46 cm; Bristol Savages, Bristol, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Illustration from On Being a Doctrinaire, by Samuel McChord Crothers

Illustration from On Being a Doctrinaire, by Samuel McChord Crothers
DGC288172 Illustration from On Being a Doctrinaire, by Samuel McChord Crothers, 1908 (litho) by Bassett Comstock, Frances (fl.1908); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; American, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Women and children performing in suffrage tableau, 3 March, 1913 (b / w photo)

Women and children performing in suffrage tableau, 3 March, 1913 (b / w photo)
SLS249148 Women and children performing in suffrage tableau, 3 March, 1913 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Happy Valley, 1898 (oil on canvas)

The Happy Valley, 1898 (oil on canvas)
FFA274066 The Happy Valley, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Stott, William (1857-1900); 148.6x125 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Lion in Love, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved

The Lion in Love, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved
KW308691 The Lion in Love, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved and printed by Edmund Evans, London, published c.1920 (colour litho) by Crane

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: My Sister Is Not In, 1879 (oil on panel)

My Sister Is Not In, 1879 (oil on panel)
WLT206596 My Sister Is Not In, 1879 (oil on panel) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 40.5x31.2 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; English, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Katherine Cook Classical Costume Thomas Eakins

Katherine Cook Classical Costume Thomas Eakins
Katherine Cook in Classical Costume; Thomas Eakins (American, 1844 - 1916); about 1892; Platinum print; 14.1 x 14.9 cm (5 9, 16 x 5 7, 8 in.)

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Blanche Gilroy Classical Costume Reclining Banjo

Blanche Gilroy Classical Costume Reclining Banjo
Blanche Gilroy in Classical Costume, Reclining with Banjo; Thomas Eakins (American, 1844 - 1916); about 1885; Albumen silver print

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Male figure classical costume 1845-83 Graphite

Male figure classical costume 1845-83 Graphite
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Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Trumpeter taken Prisoner, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved

The Trumpeter taken Prisoner, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved
KW308690 The Trumpeter taken Prisoner, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved and printed by Edmund Evans, London, published c.1920 (colour litho) by Crane

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: The Boaster, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved and printed by Edmund Evans

The Boaster, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved and printed by Edmund Evans
KW308686 The Boaster, illustration from Babys Own Aesop, engraved and printed by Edmund Evans, London, published c.1920 (colour litho) by Crane

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Portrait of Maguerite Porporati, 1792 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Maguerite Porporati, 1792 (oil on canvas)
XAL329496 Portrait of Maguerite Porporati, 1792 (oil on canvas) by Vigee-Lebrun, Elisabeth Louise (1755-1842); 48.9x35.3 cm; Galleria Sabauda, Turin, Italy; French, out of copyright

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Triumph of Spring (detail) (oil on canvas) (b / w photo)

Triumph of Spring (detail) (oil on canvas) (b / w photo)
XIR287558 Triumph of Spring (detail) (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Caron, Antoine (1520-99) (after); 40x49.5 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: Chariot of the Triumph of the Republic at the National Festival, 22nd September 1892

Chariot of the Triumph of the Republic at the National Festival, 22nd September 1892
XIR192342 Chariot of the Triumph of the Republic at the National Festival, 22nd September 1892, from Le Petit Journal, 24th September 1892 (colour litho) by Meyer

Background imageClassical Costume Collection: La Grande Mademoiselle (oil on canvas)

La Grande Mademoiselle (oil on canvas)
XIR165591 La Grande Mademoiselle (oil on canvas) by Beaubrun, Charles (1604-92); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Anne-Marie-Louise (1627-93) of Orleans


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"Captivating Classical Costumes: A Glimpse into Timeless Elegance" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical costume. From the grandeur of Westminster Abbey to the delicate strokes on canvas, these hints offer a captivating glimpse into an era defined by its exquisite fashion. The Monument to George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, standing tall within Westminster Abbey, transports us to a time when opulence reigned supreme. This black and white photograph captures the regal attire that adorned noble figures during this period. In "The Basket of Anemones, " painted in 1913, we witness the mastery of oil on canvas as vibrant blooms are delicately arranged. The costumes depicted here showcase elegance and grace, reflecting the refined taste prevalent at that time. "The Purple Scarf, " another masterpiece from 1913, invites us into a realm where colors intertwine harmoniously on canvas. The flowing fabric drapes gracefully around its wearer's neck, adding an air of sophistication and allure. Bronze sculpture takes center stage with "Wedded. " Crafted around 1885, this piece showcases couples dressed in traditional wedding attire from yesteryears - a testament to enduring love throughout generations. A monochromatic lithograph titled "Bus service between Comedie Francaise and Odeon" provides a snapshot into daily life during this era. Passengers aboard don elegant garments as they traverse through bustling streets - a reminder that even mundane activities were elevated by sartorial splendor. "The Years at Spring, " sketched meticulously with pencil on paper in 1901 by an unknown artist, evokes nostalgia for seasons past. The intricate details captured here hint at elaborate costumes worn during joyous springtime celebrations. Love blossoms vividly in "The Dawn of Love. " Painted in 1888 using oil on canvas techniques; it portrays lovers draped in sumptuous garments, their attire reflecting the romantic ideals of the time.