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"Wear: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the past as we explore the rich history of "wear" in various forms

Background imageWear Collection: The Cathedral Church of St Nicholas (engraving)

The Cathedral Church of St Nicholas (engraving)
1595458 The Cathedral Church of St Nicholas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cathedral Church of St Nicholas, Newcastle-on-Tyne)

Background imageWear Collection: Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight (detail), 1835 (oil on canvas)

Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight (detail), 1835 (oil on canvas)
4073442 Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight (detail), 1835 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Background imageWear Collection: Under the Cliff, Cullercoats, c. 1881 (w / c & graphite on wove paper)

Under the Cliff, Cullercoats, c. 1881 (w / c & graphite on wove paper)
3949590 Under the Cliff, Cullercoats, c.1881 (w/c & graphite on wove paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 31.6x49.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageWear Collection: The Monument to George Stephenson at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)

The Monument to George Stephenson at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1587904 The Monument to George Stephenson at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Monument to George Stephenson at Newcastle-on-Tyne)

Background imageWear Collection: Westoe, 1853 (bodycolour, w / c & pencil on paper)

Westoe, 1853 (bodycolour, w / c & pencil on paper)
1215646 Westoe, 1853 (bodycolour, w/c & pencil on paper) by English School, (19th century); 19.8xsight cm; South Shields Museum & Art Gallery, South Shields, UK; (add.info.: Artist: J. Thompson)

Background imageWear Collection: Royal Agricultural Society of England held at Newcastle upon Tyne (engraving)

Royal Agricultural Society of England held at Newcastle upon Tyne (engraving)
1594219 Royal Agricultural Society of England held at Newcastle upon Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWear Collection: Visit of the Prince of Wales to Lambton Castle, the Seat of the Earl of Durham (engraving)

Visit of the Prince of Wales to Lambton Castle, the Seat of the Earl of Durham (engraving)
1598147 Visit of the Prince of Wales to Lambton Castle, the Seat of the Earl of Durham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWear Collection: Meeting of the Royal Agricultural Society at Newcastle (engraving)

Meeting of the Royal Agricultural Society at Newcastle (engraving)
1613461 Meeting of the Royal Agricultural Society at Newcastle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meeting of the Royal Agricultural Society at Newcastle)

Background imageWear Collection: Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)

Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1613289 Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne)

Background imageWear Collection: Sunderland, Holmes Wharf, or River Wear looking East from the Bridge

Sunderland, Holmes Wharf, or River Wear looking East from the Bridge
1216222 Sunderland, Holmes Wharf, or River Wear looking East from the Bridge (w/c heightened with white & scratching out on paper) by Hemy

Background imageWear Collection: The South Shields Pendulum Experiments (engraving)

The South Shields Pendulum Experiments (engraving)
1607840 The South Shields Pendulum Experiments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South Shields Pendulum Experiments)

Background imageWear Collection: 'Thou wear a Lions Hide! doff it!'A Boer in British Uniform (litho)

"Thou wear a Lions Hide! doff it!"A Boer in British Uniform (litho)
1628539 " Thou wear a Lions Hide! doff it!" A Boer in British Uniform (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWear Collection: A Rugby Football Match at Blackheath, 'Handed Off'(litho)

A Rugby Football Match at Blackheath, "Handed Off"(litho)
1036674 A Rugby Football Match at Blackheath, " Handed Off" (litho) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rugby Football Match at Blackheath)

Background imageWear Collection: The Royal Free Grammar School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (engraving)

The Royal Free Grammar School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (engraving)
1101143 The Royal Free Grammar School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Free Grammar School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne)

Background imageWear Collection: Marjolaine, 1896. Creator: Feure, Georges de

Marjolaine, 1896. Creator: Feure, Georges de
Marjolaine, 1896. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Picture shows the city of Durham, as it looks from the main tower of Durham Cathedral

Picture shows the city of Durham, as it looks from the main tower of Durham Cathedral. This picture shows the Framwellgate Bridge which became pedestrian in the early 1970s

Background imageWear Collection: Whitley Bay promenade, Tyne and Wear. 20th July 1961

Whitley Bay promenade, Tyne and Wear. 20th July 1961

Background imageWear Collection: A crowded Whitley Bay beach, Tyne and Wear. 7th August 1961

A crowded Whitley Bay beach, Tyne and Wear. 7th August 1961

Background imageWear Collection: All-day sunshine brought out the biggest mid-week crowds for several years to Whitley Bay

All-day sunshine brought out the biggest mid-week crowds for several years to Whitley Bay yesterday. Pictured is a section of the 20

Background imageWear Collection: St. Marys Lighthouse in Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear. 27th July 1952

St. Marys Lighthouse in Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear. 27th July 1952

Background imageWear Collection: Holiday scenes at Whitley Bay in North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear. 13th August 1949

Holiday scenes at Whitley Bay in North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear. 13th August 1949

Background imageWear Collection: Ravages of the sea. Fishermen repairing crab pots on Tynemouth Haven. 12th September 1936

Ravages of the sea. Fishermen repairing crab pots on Tynemouth Haven. 12th September 1936

Background imageWear Collection: Mannequins in storage room

Mannequins in storage room
bare, clothing, display, dummies, dummy, fake, fashion, human likeness, indoor, mannequins, naked, nobody, nude, posing, retail, room, stockings, storage, store, storing, wear, Henri Silberman

Background imageWear Collection: Two women wearing two-piece tailored suits made from wool. Date: 1936

Two women wearing two-piece tailored suits made from wool. Date: 1936

Background imageWear Collection: A selection of Barkers well known economy values girls suits for Autumn school wear

A selection of Barkers well known economy values girls suits for Autumn school wear. Date: 1918

Background imageWear Collection: Three women wearing braided bathing frocks suitable for the summer months

Three women wearing braided bathing frocks suitable for the summer months, available from Swan & Edgar s, department store. Date: 1909

Background imageWear Collection: Children wearing Swimeesy Buoy, invented two before in 1907

Children wearing Swimeesy Buoy, invented two before in 1907. Date: 1909

Background imageWear Collection: Victorian woman wearing a princess robe secured at neck & waist

Victorian woman wearing a princess robe secured at neck & waist. Date: 1899

Background imageWear Collection: Anglo-Saxon women wear tunics over which are worn super- tunics or rocs & mantles

Anglo-Saxon women wear tunics over which are worn super- tunics or rocs & mantles. Head-rails or veils which are draped over the head, neck & shoulders cover their hair. Date: 8th century

Background imageWear Collection: American men wear: cravat, fly-fronted overcoat, wing collar, spats, bowler hat

American men wear: cravat, fly-fronted overcoat, wing collar, spats, bowler hat, trilby & a S-B two-piece suit. Holding the lapels won t help the suit to last! Date: 1916

Background imageWear Collection: Three men and a boy dressed for travel; one wears a hood Date: 14th century

Three men and a boy dressed for travel; one wears a hood Date: 14th century

Background imageWear Collection: Bathers at Etretat, c. 1858. Creator: Lepoittevin (Le Poittevin)

Bathers at Etretat, c. 1858. Creator: Lepoittevin (Le Poittevin)
Bathers at Etretat, c. 1858. Found in the collection of Association Peindre en Normandie, Caen

Background imageWear Collection: The Bridesmaid, 1908. Creator: Larsson, Carl (1853-1919)

The Bridesmaid, 1908. Creator: Larsson, Carl (1853-1919)
The Bridesmaid, 1908. Found in the collection of Ateneum, Helsinki

Background imageWear Collection: The snow. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

The snow. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
The snow. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Reverie, 1885. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

Reverie, 1885. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
Reverie, 1885. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: The morning visit. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

The morning visit. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
The morning visit. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Woman on the Balcony. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

Woman on the Balcony. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
Woman on the Balcony. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: The Visitors, 1881. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

The Visitors, 1881. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
The Visitors, 1881. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Melancholy, 1876. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

Melancholy, 1876. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
Melancholy, 1876. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Coquetterie. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)

Coquetterie. Creator: Stevens, Alfred (1823-1906)
Coquetterie. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Before the ball. Creator: Ribera Cirera, Roman (1848-1935)

Before the ball. Creator: Ribera Cirera, Roman (1848-1935)
Before the ball. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Dame au chapeau. Creator: Jacquet, Gustave Jean (1846-1909)

Dame au chapeau. Creator: Jacquet, Gustave Jean (1846-1909)
Dame au chapeau. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: La plage de Cabourg, c. 1910. Creator: Prinet, ReneFrancois Xavier (1861-1946)

La plage de Cabourg, c. 1910. Creator: Prinet, ReneFrancois Xavier (1861-1946)
La plage de Cabourg, c. 1910. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Manufacture Royale de corsets, 1897. Creator: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)

Manufacture Royale de corsets, 1897. Creator: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Manufacture Royale de corsets, 1897. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Ritratto della signora Hugo e suo figlio, 1898. Creator: Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931)

Ritratto della signora Hugo e suo figlio, 1898. Creator: Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931)
Ritratto della signora Hugo e suo figlio, 1898. Private Collection

Background imageWear Collection: Miss Bell, 1903. Creator: Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931)

Miss Bell, 1903. Creator: Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931)
Miss Bell, 1903. Found in the collection of Galleria d Arte Moderna, Genova

Background imageWear Collection: Bathing time at the seaside (L heure du bain au bord de la mer), 1896

Bathing time at the seaside (L heure du bain au bord de la mer), 1896. Found in the collection of Musee de la Corderie Vallois

Background imageWear Collection: Happy New Year Greetings postcard

Happy New Year Greetings postcard
circa 1905



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"Wear: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the past as we explore the rich history of "wear" in various forms. From iconic landmarks to fashion trends, this captivating journey will take you through different eras and locations. Starting with the majestic Tyne Bridge in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, witness the architectural marvel that stands tall over the River Tyne. Its construction symbolizes resilience and progress, reminding us of our ability to overcome challenges. During World War II, women on the home front donned gas masks for protection. Their bravery and determination shine through as they faced adversity head-on, highlighting their unwavering spirit. In a complete contrast, imagine stepping into a glamorous ballroom adorned with Hartnell ballgowns. These elegant creations epitomize sophistication and grace, showcasing timeless beauty that transcends generations. Travel back to 1926 when Burberry introduced its winter sports wear collection. This advert captures both style and functionality, emphasizing how clothing can adapt to suit different activities while keeping us warm during colder months. The Angel of the North emerges next—a magnificent sculpture overlooking County Durham's riverbanks—the River Wear. This awe-inspiring artwork represents strength and unity within its surroundings while leaving an indelible mark on all who encounter it. Durham Cathedral rises above these river banks—an architectural masterpiece steeped in history—reminding us of England's rich heritage. It serves as a testament to human craftsmanship standing strong against time's weariness. Take a leap forward into playful nostalgia with 1930s playsuits—a delightful blend of comfort and charm that encapsulates carefree summer days spent by sandy beaches or lush gardens. Crossing back over to Newcastle Upon Tyne is another modern marvel—the Millennium Bridge spanning across the River Tyne. Its sleek design perfectly complements this vibrant cityscape while connecting communities on either side. Capture moments forever etched in time through Sorolla y Bastida's artwork.