Ceremonial Grace: The Gift-Bearing Attire of a Tahitian Woman in 1799

Title: "Noble Bearing: A German Gentleman in Medieval Attire from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This 1847 lithograph from the esteemed collection "Costume du Moyen Âge" showc...

The engraving shows two Mamluks: one in full military attire, and the other, of a higher order, in full ceremonial dress. The detailed illustration captures the distinctiveness of th...

This is an original antique illustration of Philippa of Hainaut, who was Queen of England as the wife of King Edward III. Philippa was renowned for her piety, maternal nature, and diplomatic wisdom. Her depicted attire is typical of the 14th-century fashion, with a fitted gown, a long flowing mantle, and a regal crown, reflecting her status. The illustration includes heraldic shields, indicating her noble lineage. This style of illustration is reminiscent of historical manuscripts, which often included detailed portraits of royalty...

Title: "Renaissance Grace: A Lady's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge," dated 1847, captures the elegance and vibrancy of a l...

The original antique print shows a seated figure labeled "Muger plebeia," which translates from Spanish to "Plebeian Woman" or "Common Woman." The woman is dressed in a simple yet elegant manner, indicative of the common people of the time. She is wearing a long dress in a pinkish hue with a red overdress or tunic, which drapes gracefully around her. On her head, she wears a blue hood that covers her hair, which was typical for women during various historical periods to denote modesty or as a fashion statement. Her seated position and the presence of the cane suggest rest or perhaps age. The simplicity of her clothing, without elaborate jewelry or adornments, signifies her status as part of the lower social class, although her clothing is neat and well-kept. Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image. Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces. In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts...

The two engravings illustrate the regional dress of inhabitants from Kaluga, Russia, highlighting the unique characteristics of their traditional attire: 1. **A Woman from Kalouga i...

Mezzotint engraving, 1799, The First of September, after painting by George Moreland. Moreland was a noted London landscape and genre painter. By the...

Original US film poster for the 1959 Horror film starring Susan Cabot, Anthony Eisley and Barboura Morris. The film was directed by Roger Corman. This poster is conservation linen...

Art Nouveau "Elegant Woman in the Forest", Print by Bernard Picture Company. In the manner of Alphonse Maria Mucha.

A watercolor finished print, depicting racing horses. Samuel Howitt. Solid cherry wood frame, polished and beeswaxed. England 1799.

An antique Japanese woodblock print from the 19th century depicting a woman in the woods. Created in Japan during the 19th century, this woodblock print showcases an outdoor scene de...

Enigmatic lithograph depicting the face of a woman. This artwork evokes emotion and mystery, inviting viewers to take an intimate journey into their ...