THE DAWN OF CHRISTIANITY IN BRITAIN. The first preaching of christianity in Britain. A new power had already been in operation before the coming of the Saxons,—that power before which… Read More
Tag: Ancient Roman Costumes
British priestesses. Roman era 3rd century.
Selections Of The Ancient Costume Of Great Britain And Ireland, from the 7th to the 16th century by Charles Hamilton Smith.
Statue of Roman Emperor Julian in 360
Statue of Roman Emperor Julian in 360. Julian in 360 proclaims at the Palais des Thermes. Was found in 1850. Statue de l’empereur Julien, proclame en 360 au palais des Thermes.… Read More
The Death of Virginia. Lays of ancient Rome.
Lais of Ancient Rome is an 1842 collection of narrative poems, or lais, by Thomas Babington Macaulay.
Gallic Roman temple in honor of Augustus
Gallic Roman temple in honor of Augustus in 1st century BC at Lugdunum. France – le temple qui fut élevé en l’honneur d’Auguste au IVème siècle par les soixante peuples… Read More
The Gallic and Gallo-Roman costume period.
Gallic period—Woad, or the pastel — Tunics and boulgètes — “Mavors” and “Palla” — Cleanliness of the Gallic women — The froth of beer or kourou — The women of Marseilles; their marriage-portions — Gallo-Roman period — The Roman garment — The stola — Refinement of elegance — Extravagant luxury of women — Artificial aids — A vestiaire or wardrobe-room of the period — Shoes — Jewels and ornaments — The amber and crystal ball — Influence of the barbarians.
Gladiators in the Colosseum at ancient Rom.
Gladiators in the Colosseum at ancient Rom. “Pollice Verso”. Painting by Jean-Léon Gérôme.
The Roman Paenula. The cowl or hood. Traveling cloak.
The Roman Paenula. The cowl or hood. Ancient roman traveling cloak. The Paenula was a bell-shaped garment, worn in inclement weather. In most cases it was closed all round, but occasionally… Read More
Ancient warriors. Life-size figures in full armor.
Ancient warriors. Life-size figures in full armor and equipment. Carl Gimbel Collection.
Romans of the ancient world
On the history of costumes. Twenty-sixth Sheet. Romans. Münchener Bilderbogen No. 558. Illustration by Andreas Müller. Ancient Roman clothing. Top row left: Legionnaire from Germania, insignia carrier. Armed Roman commander… Read More
Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com