Roman Costume Collection

Gaetano Crivelli, c. 1725 (oil on canvas)
3610557 Gaetano Crivelli, c.1725 (oil on canvas) by Partridge, John (1790-1872); 84x55 cm; The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain, London

Felicite Desmousseaux as Roscius in the tragedy Sylla by Victor Joseph Etienne de Jouy, Theatre Francais, 1826
FLO4606757 Felicite Desmousseaux as Roscius in the tragedy Sylla by Victor Joseph Etienne de Jouy, Theatre Francais, 1826. Handcoloured lithograph by F

Portrait bust of Francis I (1708-65), Holy Roman Emperor (marble)
XAM82132 Portrait bust of Francis I (1708-65), Holy Roman Emperor (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Italian, out of copyright

Jean-Baptiste Firmin as Faustus in the tragedy Sylla by Victor Joseph Etienne de Jouy, Theatre Francais, 1826
FLO4606765 Jean-Baptiste Firmin as Faustus in the tragedy Sylla by Victor Joseph Etienne de Jouy, Theatre Francais, 1826. Handcoloured lithograph by F

Monime and Xiphares, illustration from Mithridate
BNP159995 Monime and Xiphares, illustration from Mithridate by Jean Racine (1639-99) engraved by Beisson (engraving) (b/w photo) by Peyron

Roman General
LLM455386 Roman General by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman General. Illustration from The Costumes of All Nations by Albert Kretschmer and Carl Rohrbach (Sotheran)

Portrait of the Holy Roman Emperor Francis I (1708-65) (marble) (see also 82132)
XAM198137 Portrait of the Holy Roman Emperor Francis I (1708-65) (marble) (see also 82132) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Ali Meyer; Italian

Portrait of Armand Jean Vignerot, Duc de Richelieu at the Siege of Castellamare in 1647
XIR166508 Portrait of Armand Jean Vignerot, Duc de Richelieu at the Siege of Castellamare in 1647 (oil on canvas) by Lafosse, Charles de (1636-1716); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tours

Roman Costume
LLM458935 Roman Costume by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Costume. Illustration for Le Costume Historique by M A Racinet (Firmin Didot, 1888)

Roman Costume
LLM458932 Roman Costume by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Costume. Illustration for Le Costume Historique by M A Racinet (Firmin Didot, 1888)

Set design for an unidentified play (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT230738 Set design for an unidentified play (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Mademoiselle George (1787-1867) (oil on canvas)
CHT163169 Portrait of Mademoiselle George (1787-1867) (oil on canvas) by Courtat, Louis (c.1850-1909); Theatre de l Odeon, Paris

Arcan and Mithridate, illustration from Mithridate
BNP159997 Arcan and Mithridate, illustration from Mithridate by Jean Racine (1639-99) engraved by Massard (engraving) (b/w photo) by Peyron

In the Peristylum, 1866 (oil on panel)
RA15090 In the Peristylum, 1866 (oil on panel) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 58.5x41 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Mr Jack Fielding (left) and Mr E Ogle examine a gold-trimmed Roman officers costume against a background of other elaborate props which will feature in the Ben Hur tableau

Allegorical portrait of Cornelis Tromp, 1688 (engraving)
XJF425380 Allegorical portrait of Cornelis Tromp, 1688 (engraving) by Vianen, Jan van (1660-1726); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Cornelis Maartenszoon Tromp (1629-91), 1st Baronet

Portrait of John III Sobieski (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF280592 Portrait of John III Sobieski (engraving) (b/w photo) by Polish School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Louis XVI (1754-93) swearing loyalty to the constitution on the altar of the homeland
XIR180029 Louis XVI (1754-93) swearing loyalty to the constitution on the altar of the homeland (oil on canvas) by Brenet, Nicolas Guy (1728-92); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Quimper

The Banquet of Dido and Aeneas, model for a tapestry in the Story of Aeneas series, c
XKH179016 The Banquet of Dido and Aeneas, model for a tapestry in the Story of Aeneas series, c.1532 (pen & ink & wash on paper) by Vaga

Portrait of Mr Van Amburgh as he Appeared with his Animals at the London Theatre
XYC112304 Portrait of Mr Van Amburgh as he Appeared with his Animals at the London Theatre, 1847 (oil on canvas) by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73); 175.5x238.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art

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"Exploring the Timeless Elegance of Roman Costume: A Glimpse into History and Art" Step back in time with Gaetano Crivelli's captivating masterpiece, c. 1725 (oil on canvas), as it unveils a stunning portrayal of individuals adorned in exquisite Roman costumes. The intricate details and vibrant colors transport us to an era where fashion was a true reflection of opulence. Intriguingly, the marble Portrait bust of Francis I (1708-65), Holy Roman Emperor, captures the regal essence of this influential figure through his majestic attire. The meticulously carved garments showcase the grandeur associated with imperial power during that period. Jean-Baptiste Firmin's portrayal as Faustus in Sylla by Victor Joseph Etienne de Jouy takes center stage, showcasing a handcolored lithograph by F. Noel after Alexandre-Marie Colin's illustration from Portraits d Acteurs et d'. His elaborate costume epitomizes the theatrical extravagance prevalent in 19th-century France. The enchanting illustration from Mithridate transports us to ancient Rome once again, depicting Monime and Xiphares dressed impeccably in authentic Roman attire. Their elegant robes and intricately designed accessories exemplify the sophistication that characterized noble Romans. A glimpse at a portrait of a Roman General reminds us of their military might and valorous spirit. This depiction showcases their distinctive armor and commanding presence, highlighting their significant role within ancient Rome's military hierarchy. Another striking marble portrait brings forth Holy Roman Emperor Francis I (1708-65) yet again, emphasizing his authority through his dignified clothing choices. This artwork serves as a testament to how fashion played an integral part even for powerful rulers during this era. The Siege of Castellamare comes alive through Armand Jean Vignerot's portrait as Duc de Richelieu while donning remarkable Roman-inspired attire. This historical event is beautifully captured, showcasing the fusion of military and Roman fashion elements.