Corset Collection

GONE WITH THE WIND, 1939. Hattie McDaniel assists Vivien Leigh while offering some unwelcomed advice

HM Queen Mary (of Teck) - Queen of King George V
HM Queen Mary (of Teck) (1867-1953) - Queen of King George V - superb photographic portrait. Date: 1911

Advert for English Rose dream corselette, 1952
Advertisement for underwear and foundation garment manufacturer, English Rose featuring a woman wearing a dream corselette, 1952. Date: 1952

Advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset
An advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset, promising the wearer comfort and elegance

Diana Dors as a stripper on the set of the 1968 television series The Inquisitors October 27th 1968 Y9463

Ad for corsets, 1890s
Corsets advertised by CB A La Sprite, late 1800s. Color lithograph

Alexandra (1844-1925), Queen Consort of King Edward VII of Great Britain, c1890
Alexandra (1844-1925), Queen Consort of King Edward VII of Great Britain, when Princess of Wales, c1890. The daughter of King Christian IX of Denmark, Alexandra married Edward

Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, published by
XJF212297 Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1793 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English

Joan Collins the actress posing for playboy magazine in March 1984

Advert for William Whiteley, womens underwear 1906
Elegant corset cut very low at the bust and rounded at the hips. 1906

THOMAS PAINE (1737-1809). Anglo-American political philosopher and writer. Fashion before Ease; or A good Constitution sacrificed for a Fantastic Form. English cartoon, 1793

Harness Electric Corsets for women of all ages

Le Furet Corsets Poster
Art deco style poster advertising Le Furet corsets, depicting a slim and glamorous woman wearing the said item

Queen Alexandra / Downey
ALEXANDRA QUEEN TO EDWARD VII Photographed in 1891

Woman in a ball gown with mask, 1788
Woman in a ball gown, with chapeau topped with a pouf decorated with ribbons and laurel leaves, fichu, corset in English taffeta, and blue taffeta petticoat

The Triumphal entrance of a Peck loaf into Grandchester, c1787. Creator: Unknown
The Triumphal entrance of a Peck loaf into Grandchester, c1787. Mr. Peck, his Man, Pony, and Dog. Mr. Peck, and his servant (clinging onto Pecks coat), returning to Grantchester from a shopping trip

LILLIE LANGTRY (1852-1929). British actress. In her theatrical debut as Kate Hardcastle in She Stoops to Conquer at Londons Haymarket Theatre in December 1881

LILLIE LANGTRY (1852-1929). British actress

PERSEPHONE CORSET AD
Just see what a Persephone corset can do for your figure - however svelte you are, it will make you svelter !

Corset Persephone, 1911
The veritable corset Persephone renders the sveltest Parisiennes even svelter

A visitor wearing a latex outfit and leather corset pauses at the rubber and fetish event Latexpo 2010 in Hamburg late August 21, 2010

Diana Dors as a stripper on the set of the 1968 television series The Inquisitors October 27th 1968 Y9463

Advert for a corset with expandable qualities. French 1890-95 (print)
5669441 Advert for a corset with expandable qualities. French 1890-95 (print); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Model in Pescasseroli costume
3570800 Model in Pescasseroli costume by Michetti, Francesco Paolo (1851-1929); (add.info.: Model in Pescasseroli costume Photographer: Michetti, Francesco Paolo); Alinari Archives, Florence.

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NAPOLEON I Bonaparte (1769-1821). French military man and politician, Emperor of France (1804-1815). Spain
CUL4875939 NAPOLEON I Bonaparte (1769-1821). French military man and politician, Emperor of France (1804-1815). Spain. War of Independence (1808-1814). Napoleon crosses the Guadarrama. Litography

NAPOLEON I Bonaparte (1769-1821). French military man and politician, Emperor of France (1804-1815). Spain
CUL4875926 NAPOLEON I Bonaparte (1769-1821). French military man and politician, Emperor of France (1804-1815). Spain. Peninsular War. Napoleon in Chamartin (1808). Litography. SPAIN

Lady of the Court of Elizabeth I (1533-1603) during the Queen's Procession at Hunsdon House (London, England)
FLO4672234 Lady of the Court of Elizabeth I (1533-1603) during the Queen's Procession at Hunsdon House (London, England), wearing a high lace collar, a tight corset, and a wide skirt

Corset designer - Corset maker, Paris, early 19th century, in chocolate brown bodice, pink petticoat
FLO4658483 Corset designer - Corset maker, Paris, early 19th century, in chocolate brown bodice, pink petticoat, green gloves - Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Gatine after an illustration by

Feminine fashion: Advertising for corsets CB A la Spiritus. End of the 19th century. Color lithography
NWI4957419 Feminine fashion: Advertising for corsets CB A la Spiritus. End of the 19th century. Color lithography.; (add.info.: Feminine fashion: Advertising for corsets CB A la Spiritus)

Women's Fashion: " A La Spiritus Corsets" Advertising for American Corsets, 1902. Advertising from 1902
NWI4957378 Women's Fashion: " A La Spiritus Corsets" Advertising for American Corsets, 1902. Advertising from 1902.; (add.info.: Women's Fashion)

Portrait of a partially nude woman leaning on an antique camera
3560664 Portrait of a partially nude woman leaning on an antique camera. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1910 ca)

Full-length nude portrait of a young woman dressing
3560683 Full-length nude portrait of a young woman dressing. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1910 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence.

An actress poses in studio in stage dress and tambourine, 1875
LUX4722830 An actress poses in studio in stage dress and tambourine, 1875; (add.info.: An actress poses in studio in stage dress and tambourine, 1875); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Miss Busk and Mr Corset at a dance party. Fashionable couple in tight corsets dancing at a ball
FLO4677780 Miss Busk and Mr Corset at a dance party. Fashionable couple in tight corsets dancing at a ball. "To appear slim

France: Photo of a group participating in a costume ball, 1880
LUX4747111 France: Photo of a group participating in a costume ball, 1880; (add.info.: France: Photo of a group participating in a costume ball, 1880); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Woman in large black felt hat with a poppy-red ribbon, caraco jacket, violet corset, and black and poppy petticoats
FLO4671780 Woman in large black felt hat with a poppy-red ribbon, caraco jacket, violet corset, and black and poppy petticoats, white fichu and falbala, 1787

Woman in satin robe a la turkish in violet and green stripes, canary corset, white petticoat and fichu
FLO4671767 Woman in satin robe a la turkish in violet and green stripes, canary corset, white petticoat and fichu, and a bonnet a la turkish decorated with heron plumes

NAPOLEON I Bonaparte (1769-1821). French military man and politician, Emperor of France (1804-1815).; EASTLAKE
CUL4867165 NAPOLEON I Bonaparte (1769-1821). French military man and politician, Emperor of France (1804-1815).; EASTLAKE, Sir Charles Lock (1793-1865). English painter

COSTUME: SOCIAL HISTORY: corset, Fitu Corset Company, Scotland, Glasgow, c. 1893-1897 (cotton, metal, silk)
3548318 COSTUME: SOCIAL HISTORY: corset, Fitu Corset Company, Scotland, Glasgow, c. 1893-1897 (cotton, metal, silk); Glasgow Museums

Portrait of a young woman, partially nude, seen from the rear
3560684 Portrait of a young woman, partially nude, seen from the rear. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1910 ca)

Farm girl from the region near Venice, 16th century. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's
FLO4706156 Farm girl from the region near Venice, 16th century. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of

Woman of France, 1581. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of
FLO4705877 Woman of France, 1581. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity

Woman's costume at the time of Queen Anne's reign (1702-1714), wearing a tight corset with long sleeves
FLO4672326 Woman's costume at the time of Queen Anne's reign (1702-1714), wearing a tight corset with long sleeves and a long dress on petticoats, embroidered roses

Costume of Queen Mary II (1662-1694), wearing a lace headdress with a veil, a short corset and a long striped skirt
FLO4672315 Costume of Queen Mary II (1662-1694), wearing a lace headdress with a veil, a short corset and a long striped skirt. From a portrait of Vissher

Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton)
863355 Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton); (add.info.: Lillie Langtry (1853-1929, born Emilie Charlotte le Breton) only daughter of the Dean of Jersey, she was called the Jersey Lily

Displacement and compression of a woman's internal organs by the wearing of a corset (coloured engraving)
8655757 Displacement and compression of a woman's internal organs by the wearing of a corset (coloured engraving) by French School

Advertisement for a tennis corset
5308560 Advertisement for a tennis corset; (add.info.: Advertisement for a tennis corset. Whalebone was used to stiffen the corset that enclosed the trim figure)

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"From Gone with the Wind to Queen Mary: A Captivating Journey through Corsets" Step back in time as we explore the fascinating world of corsets, where fashion meets history. In 1939's iconic film "Gone with the Wind, " Hattie McDaniel assists Vivien Leigh, offering unwelcomed advice while showcasing the timeless allure of this undergarment. Royalty and elegance go hand in hand, as HM Queen Mary, Queen Consort of King George V, graced society with her regal presence. Her impeccable style was enhanced by the exquisite corsets that accentuated her silhouette flawlessly. In a 1952 advertisement for English Rose dream corselette, women were enticed by its promise to enhance their natural beauty and provide unparalleled comfort. This revolutionary design marked a turning point in corsetry history. Thomsons glove-fitting corset took center stage in another captivating advert. Its innovative approach ensured a perfect fit for every woman, empowering them to embrace their individuality and feel confident from within. Even Hollywood couldn't resist the allure of corsets. Diana Dors mesmerized audiences as a stripper on the set of "The Inquisitors October" television series in 1968. Her seductive charm combined with an intricately designed corset left viewers spellbound. Traveling further back in time, an ad from the 1890s showcases how these garments were marketed to women seeking both style and support. The delicate lacework and intricate details made these pieces true works of art. Fast forward to 1788 when a woman donned a ball gown complete with mask; she exuded mystery and sophistication while embracing the structured elegance provided by her trusty corset. History takes an amusing turn as we witness "The Triumphal entrance of a Peck loaf into Grandchester" circa 1787 – even bread had its moment. Yet amidst all this whimsy, corsets remained a steadfast symbol of femininity and grace.