Elegance Collection (page 8)

Medieval costume: portrait of Philip III of France, known as Philip the Hardi (1245-1285) in 1270
DUV4216178 Medieval costume: portrait of Philip III of France, known as Philip the Hardi (1245-1285) in 1270, c.1860 (steel engraving); 7.5x9.5 cm; (add.info.: Steel engraving by J)

Medieval costume: an archer in the 13th century and the bourgeois Renaud de Saint Vincent (Saint Vincent) in 1250
DUV4216159 Medieval costume: an archer in the 13th century and the bourgeois Renaud de Saint Vincent (Saint Vincent) in 1250, c.1860 (steel engraving); 7.5x9.5 cm; (add.info.: Steel engraving by J)

Medieval costume: portrait of a courtisan in 1450, c.1860 (steel engraving)
DUV4216145 Medieval costume: portrait of a courtisan in 1450, c.1860 (steel engraving); 7.5x9.5 cm; (add.info.: Steel engraving by J)

Letter M and N: Messy and Niais. Engraving in " Usual Alphabet"
DUV4207427 Letter M and N: Messy and Niais. Engraving in " Usual Alphabet". Illustrations on the theme of quality and defect in children. A. Quinn, printer-publisher, 1885

Dress (Dress) of the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, 1558-1603. She wears a lace ruff, plumed headdress
FLO4594680 Dress (Dress) of the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, 1558-1603. She wears a lace ruff, plumed headdress, dress with puffed and slit sleeves, jeweled bodice, and embroidered petticoat

Dress of the reign of King Henry VII, 1485-1509. She wears a white headdress decorated with jewels
FLO4594629 Dress of the reign of King Henry VII, 1485-1509. She wears a white headdress decorated with jewels, and blue dress with jeweled collar, cuffs, and hem

Horned HeAddress (Robe) of the 15th century, reign of Edward IV 1461-1483
FLO4594612 Horned HeAddress (Robe) of the 15th century, reign of Edward IV 1461-1483. She wears a blue dress with voluminous sleeves, lined with ermine

Dress (Dress) of the reign of King Richard II, 1377-1399. She carries the king's badge or cognizance
FLO4594571 Dress (Dress) of the reign of King Richard II, 1377-1399. She carries the king's badge or cognizance, a white hart with a crown of gold on its neck

Dress (Dress) of the reign of King Henry III, 1216-1272. She wear a crimson furlined mantle over a blue
FLO4594537 Dress (Dress) of the reign of King Henry III, 1216-1272. She wear a crimson furlined mantle over a blue and white damask dress, crown of roses, veil and wimple

Dress (Dress) of the reign of King Henry I, 1100-1135. She wears a long veil
FLO4594503 Dress (Dress) of the reign of King Henry I, 1100-1135. She wears a long veil, a sand-lined cloak over a full dress with flared sleeves. " Golden Book of St

Ryde, Isle of Wight: Portrait of a Young Woman, Minnie Roper, 1876
LUX4712600 Ryde, Isle of Wight: Portrait of a Young Woman, Minnie Roper, 1876; (add.info.: Ryde, Isle of Wight: Portrait of a Young Woman, Minnie Roper, 1876); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

English lady, 1588, with long fan and purse suspended from her waist. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von
FLO4706514 English lady, 1588, with long fan and purse suspended from her waist. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Noblewoman of Venice, 1581. She wears a large veil over her head and holds an axis-shaped fan
FLO4706170 Noblewoman of Venice, 1581. She wears a large veil over her head and holds an axis-shaped fan. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of

Fashion in the 17th century: Illustration of Costumes and Traditions by Paul Lacroix (1806-1884), 1891
JAB4120670 Fashion in the 17th century: Illustration of Costumes and Traditions by Paul Lacroix (1806-1884), 1891; (add.info.: Fashion in the 17th century)

Album de l'MODE illustree, engraving 1862
JAB4120434 Album de l'MODE illustree, engraving 1862; (add.info.: Album de l'MODE illustree, engraving 1862); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Vive le Champagne - 1920 Advertising Postcard
JAB4120402 Vive le Champagne - 1920 Advertising Postcard; (add.info.: Vive le Champagne - 1920 Advertising Postcard); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Roman Courtesan in the 17th century (Renaissance): Italian costume in the 16th century (Vecellio). 1895
JAB4119784 Roman Courtesan in the 17th century (Renaissance): Italian costume in the 16th century (Vecellio). 1895; (add.info.: Roman Courtesan in the 17th century (Renaissance)

After the ball: Advertising 1874 Drawing attributed to Louis Paul Pierre Dumont 1822-18
JAB4119769 After the ball: Advertising 1874 Drawing attributed to Louis Paul Pierre Dumont 1822-18; (add.info.: After the ball)

Mutual borrowing of fashions between French and English women, early 19th century
FLO4677797 Mutual borrowing of fashions between French and English women, early 19th century. Both wear identical style cups, frilled dresses, shawls and spencer jackets

Fashionable couple running in the rain. The gallant Mr de Boissec gives his coat and top hat to his lady
FLO4677421 Fashionable couple running in the rain. The gallant Mr de Boissec gives his coat and top hat to his lady, and carries her hat in his kerchief and her dog under his arm

An elegant woman in the fashion of the late 19th century (around 1895) in front of the cafe Procope in Paris
YOU4418961 An elegant woman in the fashion of the late 19th century (around 1895) in front of the cafe Procope in Paris, Illustration en lithographie in Les Programmes illustres des theatres et des

A woman conductor. Poster for the Scala, Music hall created in 1874 in Paris, Transformed into a cinema room in 1936
YOU4418891 A woman conductor. Poster for the Scala, Music hall created in 1874 in Paris, Transformed into a cinema room in 1936, closed since 1999

Women in evening dresses in crepe georgine at a glamorous party - Lithograph with stencil handcolour from the luxury
FLO4562647 Women in evening dresses in crepe georgine at a glamorous party - Lithograph with stencil handcolour from the luxury French fashion magazine " Art, Gout, Beaute

Woman in suit of white crepe with printed blue design, and cape in same blue - Lithograph with stencil (stencil)
FLO4562562 Woman in suit of white crepe with printed blue design, and cape in same blue - Lithograph with stencil (stencil) handcolour from the luxury French fashion magazine " Art, Gout

Elegant women in an afternoon dress of crepe de chine, one with a belt of daisies and pearl necklace
FLO4562552 Elegant women in an afternoon dress of crepe de chine, one with a belt of daisies and pearl necklace, the other holding an umbrella

Woman in printed crepe afternoon dress with orange hat and belt - Lithograph with stencil (stencil)
FLO4562548 Woman in printed crepe afternoon dress with orange hat and belt - Lithograph with stencil (stencil) handcolour from the luxury French fashion magazine " Art, Gout, Beaute

Two women with their luggage in front of a train, one with a green wool sports suit
FLO4562483 Two women with their luggage in front of a train, one with a green wool sports suit, the other with a skirt suit lined with velvet, 1926 - Two women with travel bags in front of a train

Two women with bell hat and two-piece sewing set, a la latest fashion parisienne, creation Jane Regny
FLO4562476 Two women with bell hat and two-piece sewing set, a la latest fashion parisienne, creation Jane Regny, 1926 - Two women in cloche hats

Woman of the court of King Henri III of France, 16th century. She wears lace ruff collar and cuffs, brocade dress
FLO4565365 Woman of the court of King Henri III of France, 16th century. She wears lace ruff collar and cuffs, brocade dress, satin skirt, and fan of swan feathers

Woman of the court of King Louis XVI of France, 18th century. She wears a taffeta riding coat, muslin fichu
FLO4565222 Woman of the court of King Louis XVI of France, 18th century. She wears a taffeta riding coat, muslin fichu, satin petticoats, decorated with ribbons and bows

French postcard with image of a woman holding a cat
3665528 French postcard with image of a woman holding a cat; (add.info.: French postcard with image of a woman holding a cat.); Universal History Archive/UIG

French postcard with image of a woman holding flowers, 1900
3665518 French postcard with image of a woman holding flowers, 1900; (add.info.: French postcard with image of a woman holding flowers 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG

French postcard with images of a young girl with flowers, 1900
3665506 French postcard with images of a young girl with flowers, 1900; (add.info.: French postcard with images of a young girl with flowers 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Men's Fashion 1920 - Men's conservative single-breasted suits. Chromolithograph from a catalog of male winter
FLO4595865 Men's Fashion 1920 - Men's conservative single-breasted suits. Chromolithograph from a catalog of male winter fashions from Bruner Woolens

Dress (Dress) of the reign of James I, 1601-1625. She wears a dress with jeweled bodice, double lace ruff
FLO4594741 Dress (Dress) of the reign of James I, 1601-1625. She wears a dress with jeweled bodice, double lace ruff, puff sleeves, embroidered petticoat, hat with pearls and veil, and feather fan

Dress (Dress) of the reign of Charles II, 1660-1681. She wears her hair in ringlets, a necklace
FLO4594695 Dress (Dress) of the reign of Charles II, 1660-1681. She wears her hair in ringlets, a necklace, low-cut dress with puff sleeves decorated with jewels

Men's Fashion 1920 - Men's single-breasted suits in sack. Chromolithograph from a catalog of male winter
FLO4595857 Men's Fashion 1920 - Men's single-breasted suits in sack. Chromolithograph from a catalog of male winter fashions from Bruner Woolens

Men's Fashion 1920 - Men in double-breasted Ulster coats, with hats, gloves, canes and spats, in a snow scene
FLO4595823 Men's Fashion 1920 - Men in double-breasted Ulster coats, with hats, gloves, canes and spats, in a snow scene

Men's Fashion 1920 - Men in Raglan and Ulsterette coats, with cloth caps, gloves, canes and spats
FLO4595806 Men's Fashion 1920 - Men in Raglan and Ulsterette coats, with cloth caps, gloves, canes and spats. Chromolithograph from a catalog of male winter fashions from Bruner Woolens

Dress (Dress) of the reign of James II, 1685-1688. She wears her hair in ringlets
FLO4594708 Dress (Dress) of the reign of James II, 1685-1688. She wears her hair in ringlets, a low-cut check dress with bodice and puff sleeves over an embroidered petticoat

portrait of man: Mr de C with his Michelin card in the Parc de la Branchoire, 1917, Chambray-les-Tours
LUX4698066 portrait of man: Mr de C with his Michelin card in the Parc de la Branchoire, 1917, Chambray-les-Tours, France - Autochrome anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: portrait of man)

France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Saint-Lunaire (Saint Lunaire): leaving the church of the village with a family
LUX4782452 France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Saint-Lunaire (Saint Lunaire): leaving the church of the village with a family on Sunday, 1903; (add.info.: France, Brittany, Ille-et-Vilaine (35)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Group photo of a wedding in Touraine with women in headdress and musicians
LUX4746861 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Group photo of a wedding in Touraine with women in headdress and musicians, 1900; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

France: young girl sitting in an Amazon on a donkey, on a mountain path, shadow of photographer, 1900
LUX4771839 France: young girl sitting in an Amazon on a donkey, on a mountain path, shadow of photographer, 1900; (add.info.: France: young girl sitting in an Amazon on a donkey, on a mountain path)

France, Poitou-Charentes, Charente-Maritime (17), Royan: Protestant Temple. Protestant marriage
LUX4766906 France, Poitou-Charentes, Charente-Maritime (17), Royan: Protestant Temple. Protestant marriage. United Reformed Church of Royan. Pastor Mr

Henry Campbell - Bannerman (1836 - 1908)
2603920 Henry Campbell - Bannerman (1836 - 1908); (add.info.: Henry Campbell - Bannerman (1836 - 1908) Scottish - born British statesman. Leader of the Liberal Party, 1899

Christopher Teesdale, major
672683 Christopher Teesdale, major; (add.info.: Christopher Teesdale - Woodbury Major-General Sir Christopher Charles Teesdale (1 June 1833 - 1 December 1893)

Portrait of Victor Emanuel II. 19th century (chromolithograph)
673041 Portrait of Victor Emanuel II. 19th century (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Victor Emanuel II, 1820 - 1878 king of Sardinia from 1849 until, on 17 March 1861)

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"Elegance: A Timeless Tapestry of Beauty and Grace" Step into a world where elegance reigns supreme, guided by the impeccable taste of Charles and Flora McDonald. Like an Art Deco lady with perfectly painted lips, they curated a collection that exudes sophistication. The Dolly Sisters, enchanting New York with their charm and style, epitomized elegance in every step they took. Their presence was as captivating as a Hartnell ballgown, flowing effortlessly with grace. An Antique Japanese Woodblock depicts a woman serving tea with delicate movements - her poise reflecting the essence itself. Raphael Kirchner's Art Nouveau Girl playing the harp transports us to an ethereal realm where beauty harmonizes with talent. Monsieur de St. George's portrait from April 4th, 1788 captures the refined allure of another era; his attire speaks volumes about his cultivated taste and timeless elegance. In contrast to historical grandeur, the sleek lines of CJ8 3660 Ferrari Roma embody modern-day opulence while maintaining an air of understated refinement, and is a symbol of contemporary elegance on wheels. Lily-of-the-valley blooms delicately illustrated in the 19th century remind us that nature too possesses its own brand of elegant simplicity – a reminder that true beauty can be found even in the smallest details. The Tatler Autumn Fashion Number for 1955 showcases fashion-forward designs that transcend time; each ensemble capturing the spirit through innovative cuts and luxurious fabrics. Dior dresses and Fath suits from 1954 transport us back to an era when haute couture reigned supreme – where craftsmanship met creativity resulting in garments that exuded unparalleled sophistication. Le Smart Carman wearing only diamonds by Bluze immortalized by Auguste Roubille reminds us that sometimes extravagance can also be synonymous with elegance – if done tastefully and artfully crafted. Elegance is not merely a word.