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Shawls Collection

Shawls have long been a symbol of culture, craftsmanship, and resilience

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Shawls Collection: Welsh women road builders, South Wales
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Shawls Collection: Head of a Mulatto Woman (Mrs. Eaton) Head of a mulatto woman Signed and dated, upper left
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Shawls Collection: Dressing Shetland Shawls
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Shawls Collection: The Conference of Kaw Indians with the United States Governm
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Shawls Collection: Watercress Girls / 1882
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Shawls Collection: The Mackerel Shawl, 1910 (oil on canvas)
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Shawls Collection: Oh! wert thou in the cauld blast, on yonder lea (engraving)
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Shawls Collection: Woman in exotic shawl
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Shawls Collection: The Weighing Office at the Bank of England. Sovereign Weighi
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Shawls Collection: Traditional slik shawls, Pha That Luang, Vientiane (capital city), Laos
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Shawls Collection: Newhaven fishermen and fishwives, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Shawls Collection: The International Exhibition - M'Dougall's Stall... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Shawls Collection: Little Red Riding Hood, 1905 (print)
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Shawls Collection: Advert for shawls from Selfridge s, London, 1926
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Shawls Collection: Prince Michael of Kent and Prince William of Gloucester
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Shawls Collection: Market in old Delhi, Delhi, National Capital Territory, India
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Shawls Collection: Little Prince
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Shawls Collection: Women in Great Yarmouth making shawls
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Shawls Collection: Making shawls in Great Yarmouth, Victorian period
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Shawls Collection: A Bridal Group, 1914, photogravure by John Andrew & Son (photogravure)
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Shawls Collection: A Kitchen in the Tierra Caliente; A zigzag journey through Mexico, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
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Shawls Collection: The Taste of Shawls, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures
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Shawls Collection: Shawl Strap, c. 1938. Creator: Grace Halpin
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Shawls Collection: Portrait of Augusta of Saxe-Gotha, Princess of Wales (oil on canvas)
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Shawls Collection: Costume design for Rimsky-Korsakovs opera The Tale of Tsar Saltan
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Shawls Collection: Irish Spinning Wheel County Galway, 1890 (photomechanical print)
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Shawls Collection: The Green Shawl (oil on canvas)
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Shawls Collection: Portrait of Grace Horsley Darling (engraving)
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Shawls Collection: Portrait of a Lady, c. 1820 (oil on millboard)
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Shawls Collection: India, cloth, clothing, garments sellers
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Shawls Collection: Red and green printed cotton gown, 1790s (cotton)
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Shawls Collection: Child dressing her dog in a bonnet (b / w photo)
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Shawls Collection: The Youthful Botanist (engraving)
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Shawls Collection: Flower sellers huddle and chat at Piccadilly Circus (sepia photo)
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Shawls Collection: Messrs Breech and Berralls Silk, Shawl, and Drapery Establishment (engraving)
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Shawls Collection: Street entertainer performing tricks with a baton
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Shawls Collection: Costumes of the people of Concepcion, Chile
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Shawls Collection: Jewish shrine at Meiron (engraving)
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Shawls Collection: Praying child (colour photo)
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Shawls Collection: Woman in yellow (colour photo)
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Shawls Collection: Woman and a child dressed as a cherub (colour photo)
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Shawls Collection: Woman with fish baskets, Llangwm (colour photo)
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Shawls Collection: The Strike Of The Cigar Makers In Venice, Fightings Between Strikers And Non-Strikers In The
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Shawls Collection: Newhaven fishermen and fishwives 1862
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Shawls Collection: Nelles Dream (engraving)


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Shawls have long been a symbol of culture, craftsmanship, and resilience. From the Welsh women road builders in South Wales to the Watercress Girls of 1882, these versatile garments have woven their way into history. In one corner of artistry, we find "Dressing Shetland Shawls, " capturing the delicate process behind creating these intricate pieces. The attention to detail is further exemplified by "The Mackerel Shawl" painting from 1910, where oil on canvas brings out the vibrant colors and patterns that adorn this timeless accessory. But they can not just about aesthetics; they hold stories within their threads. Take for instance "Oh. Wert thou in the cauld blast, on yonder lea, " an engraving depicting a woman draped in a shawl braving harsh weather conditions with grace and strength. From exotic motifs to traditional designs, shawls transcend borders and cultures. A glimpse into this diversity can be seen through paintings like "Woman in exotic shawl, " showcasing how fashion becomes a medium for self-expression across different backgrounds. Yet it's not only individuals who cherish these textiles; institutions also recognize their significance. At the Bank of England's Weighing Office or among London Flower Sellers, you might spot women proudly wearing shawls while going about their daily routines – adding elegance to even mundane tasks. Even literature has embraced the allure as seen in Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's beloved tale "Little Prince. " Through its pages, we discover how something as simple as a small piece of fabric can become an emblematic item imbued with sentimentality and meaning. Traveling further north along Great Yarmouth's shores reveals another facet: Women making shawls with skillful hands – preserving traditions passed down through generations. These artisans contribute to keeping heritage alive while simultaneously crafting contemporary pieces that captivate modern audiences.