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Category: 17th Century
Louis XIII on horseback. Equestrian portrait 1615.
Louis XIII à cheval. D’après une gravure de 1615. Dessin de Chevignard.
James Graham, 1st Marquess of Montrose.
James Graham, 1st Marquess of Montrose fought in the English Civil War in Scotland for the royal side.

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
Oliver Cromwell. Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland.
Oliver Cromwell was Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland during the brief Republican period of British history.
Noble lady and Lord. Dame noble et Seigneur. XVIIe Siècle.
Dame noble et Seigneur. XVIIe Siècle. D’après Pauquet. Histoire nationale de Paris et des Parisiens par Gourdon de Genouillac.
Interior of a Barber’s House under Louis XIII. 17th Century.
Intérieur de la Maison d’un Barbier. Sous Louis XIII. XVII Siècle. Paris à travers les siècles.
Charles the first in the guard room. 17th century.
Pictures and Royal Portraits illustrative of English and Scottish History.
The English Civil War. The Battle of Marston Moor on 2 July 1644 .
The Battle of Marston Moor was held on 2 July 1644 near York and was one of the decisive battles of the English Civil War.
Charles I and The English Civil War 1642-1649.
The English Civil War was fought 1642-1649 between supporters of King Charles I of England (“Cavaliers”) and those of the English Parliament (“Roundheads”).
Timbalier, Horse drummer. (XVIIth century). Reign of Louis XIV.
Timbalier, Tambour à Cheval. (XVIIe siècle). Règne de Louis XIV. Gravure extraite de l’ouvrage de H. Gourdon de Genouillac.

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

The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Made the World Paperback – December 7, 2021
by Virginia Postrel (Author)
From Neanderthal string to 3D knitting, an “expansive” global history that highlights “how textiles truly changed the world” (Wall Street Journal)

Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design
FASHIONPEDIA is a visual fashion dictionary covering all the technical terms from style to material to production with illustrations and infographics. It encompasses rich, extensive information and yet is easy to read. Whether you are an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, FASHIONPEDIA is all you will ever need to navigate the fashion scene.

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.