Dressmaking Collection (page 4)

Risorgimento: The Five Days of Milan (Cinque giornate di Milano) (18-22 March 1848)
GIA4797124 Risorgimento: The Five Days of Milan (Cinque giornate di Milano) (18-22 March 1848): this is one of the first episodes of the Revolutions of 1848

Milanese women make the Italian tricolor flag. Watercolour by Gerolamo (Girolamo) Induno (1825 - 1890)
GIA4772933 Milanese women make the Italian tricolor flag. Watercolour by Gerolamo (Girolamo) Induno (1825 - 1890). Milan, Museo del Risorgimento

La couture Painting by Leon Billotte (1815-1886) 19th century Private collection
JLJ4652118 La couture Painting by Leon Billotte (1815-1886) 19th century Private collection by Billotte, Leon Joseph (1815-1886); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tripod Vessel with Squared Handles, Wheel Patterns... Northern Song or Jin dynasty
Tripod Vessel with Squared Handles, Wheel Patterns at Neck, Northern Song (960-1127) or Jin dynasty (1115-1234), c. 12th century

Printed Quilt Patterns, 1935 / 1942. Creator: William P. Shearwood
Printed Quilt Patterns, 1935/1942

Printed Cotton, c. 1937. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Printed Cotton, c. 1937

Cotton Prints, c. 1937. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Cotton Prints, c. 1937

Table Pin Cushion, 1939. Creator: Grace Halpin
Table Pin Cushion, 1939

Quilted and Pieced Coverlet, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Quilted and Pieced Coverlet, c. 1938

Essempio di recammi, page 15 (recto), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 15 (recto), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 12 (verso), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 12 (verso), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 12 (recto), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 12 (recto), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 10 (verso), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 10 (verso), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 13 (recto), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 13 (recto), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 17 (recto), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 17 (recto), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 11 (recto), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 11 (recto), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Essempio di recammi, page 9 (recto), 1530. Creator: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente
Essempio di recammi, page 9 (recto), 1530. Examples of Needlework by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, first published in 1527, was one of the first textile pattern books to be issued in Italy

Cotton Prints, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Cotton Prints, 1935/1942

Printed Cotton, c. 1938. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Printed Cotton, c. 1938

Printed Cottons from Quilt, c. 1939. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Printed Cottons from Quilt, c. 1939

Cloth Samples, c. 1940. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Cloth Samples, c. 1940

Cotton Prints, c. 1939. Creator: Albert J. Levone
Cotton Prints, c. 1939

First model of Singer sewing machine. mid 19th century
GIA4816597 First model of Singer sewing machine. mid 19th century. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First model of Singer sewing machine)

Elves make a jacket, Illustration by Arthur RACKHAM (1867-1939
GIA4708708 Elves make a jacket, Illustration by Arthur RACKHAM (1867-1939) for The Dream of a Summer Night by William SHAKESPEARE, 1908 (A Midsummer Nights Dream) by Rackham

Cartoon by Paul Poiret, French designer and designer (1879-1944) in "
LSE4112737 Cartoon by Paul Poiret, French designer and designer (1879-1944) in " Abdul-Hamode or Le Sultan Rose" - Illustration by Adrien Barrere (1877-1931) In Fantasio

British women advising a hatter: "Yet Mr. Fribble
LSE4112490 British women advising a hatter: " Yet Mr. Fribble, I would not have done this way, your mtre is too small an inch", 1793

19th century modist
LSE4111724 19th century modist. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 19th century modist.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright

Woman sewing on the terrace, 1882 (oil on canvas)
LRI4580937 Woman sewing on the terrace, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Banti, Cristiano (1824-1904); Galleria d Arte Moderna, Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Tuscany

Shop and sewing workshop. Illumination from the milking of medicine and dietetics "
JLJ4590557 Shop and sewing workshop. Illumination from the milking of medicine and dietetics " Tacuinum sanitatis", 1375-1400 B.N

First World War: poster in tribute to soldiers representing the reunion of a couple for
JLJ4589614 First World War: poster in tribute to soldiers representing the reunion of a couple for the Day of the Hairy on December 25 and 26, 1915, organized by Parliament

Vandalism (poor old!) (oil on canvas, 1873)
LRI4605495 Vandalism (poor old!) (oil on canvas, 1873) by Favretto, Giacomo (1849-87); Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Vandalism (poor old)

Funny looking to entertain herself in the absence of Germain Illustration for "
JLJ4659493 Funny looking to entertain herself in the absence of Germain Illustration for " Les mysteres de Paris" by Eugene Sue. Painting by Joseph-Desire Court (1798-1865) 1844 Sun

Sewing machine by Barthelemy Thimonnier (1793-1857). 19th century Paris, CNAM
JLJ4656792 Sewing machine by Barthelemy Thimonnier (1793-1857). 19th century Paris, CNAM by Unknown Artist, (19th century); CNAM, Conservatoire National des Arts et Metiers

Woman at work, 18th century (oil on canvas)
JEB4879270 Woman at work, 18th century (oil on canvas) by Duparc, Francoise (1705-78); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; eJean Bernard; French, out of copyright

A sleeping old filmmaker surrounded by children Painting from the Italian School
JLJ4573226 A sleeping old filmmaker surrounded by children Painting from the Italian School. 17th century Laon, Museum of Fine Arts by Italian School, (17th century); Musee Municipal, Laon

La belle Madame Caze, wife of the farmer general and her children Watercolour by Louis
JLJ4571686 La belle Madame Caze, wife of the farmer general and her children Watercolour by Louis Carrogis (1717-1806) dit Carmontelle. 18th century Sun

Little metier of the kingdom of Naples: young woman from Sorrento weaving ribbons
GIA4789973 Little metier of the kingdom of Naples: young woman from Sorrento weaving ribbons. Engraving after a painting by F. Palizza

Drawing by Jean Baptiste Chardin (1699-1779), Musee Glauco Lombardi, Parma
GIA4787224 Drawing by Jean Baptiste Chardin (1699-1779), Musee Glauco Lombardi, Parma. by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); Museo Glauco Lombardi, Parma

The Daughters of Minee. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4782133 The Daughters of Minee. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Fashion Merchant Painting by Francois Boucher (1703-1770). 1746. Stockholm
JLJ4615332 The Fashion Merchant Painting by Francois Boucher (1703-1770). 1746. Stockholm. National Museum by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); Nationalmuseum, Stockholm

The seamstress. Painting of the school of Utrecht, 17th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0
JLJ4607124 The seamstress. Painting of the school of Utrecht, 17th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.99 x 0.84m. Inv. 138. Douai, Musee De La Chartreuse - The seamstress

Advertising card for Singer sewing machines
LSE4109235 Advertising card for Singer sewing machines. by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising card for Singer sewing machines)

The sewing machine (chromolitho)
977686 The sewing machine (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sewing machine)

A D Cook, tailor, habit and pelisse maker, trade card (engraving)
731594 A D Cook, tailor, habit and pelisse maker, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A D Cook, tailor, habit and pelisse maker)

Sketches and fabric swatches, from L oficiel de la couleur des industries de la
STC255305 Sketches and fabric swatches, from L oficiel de la couleur des industries de la mode (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Front cover of The Ladies Journal of Practical Fashions No. 13 Vol
STC255057 Front cover of The Ladies Journal of Practical Fashions No.13 Vol.2 (colour litho) by English School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Interior of a Kitchen Painting by Martin Drolling (1752-1817) 1815 Sun. 0, 65x0, 8 m
JLJ4659488 Interior of a Kitchen Painting by Martin Drolling (1752-1817) 1815 Sun. 0, 65x0, 8 m by Drolling, Martin (1752-1817); Louvre, Paris

Summer fun: reading and sewing activities in the garden. Lithograph of the 19th century
JLJ4571920 Summer fun: reading and sewing activities in the garden. Lithograph of the 19th century. Library of Decorative Arts, Paris by French School

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"Dressmaking: A Journey Through Time and Craftsmanship" Step into the world as we explore its rich history and intricate artistry. From the hand block printing at Crysede Island Works in St Ives, Cornwall during the 1930s to George Criscuolo fitting an exquisite evening gown made of Crysede silk around 1927, witness the meticulous craftsmanship that went into creating these timeless pieces. Take a peek inside a dressmaker's workshop, where creativity flourishes and dreams come to life. Immerse yourself in the machination room at Crysede Island Works, where skilled hands transform fabric into works of art. Marvel at Rosie's stunning costume designs for Murrays Cabaret Club, each one meticulously crafted to captivate audiences. Delve deeper into the world with "The Haunted Lady" featured in Punch magazine or Jean Francois Millet's enchanting pastel painting "Le bouquet de daisies. " These inspirations transcend time and continue to influence modern fashion. Travel back to 1932 when women could order patterns for home dressmakers, allowing them to create their own unique garments. Witness a group of talented female dressmakers collaborating on an elaborate evening gown in 1853, showcasing their skillful techniques passed down through generations. Finally, meet the unsung heroes - artisans like embroiderers who add delicate touches that elevate dresses from ordinary to extraordinary. Their dedication can be seen in Chromo's depiction of an embroiderer from 1900. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we celebrate the artistry and passion behind every stitch in the fascinating world of dressmaking.