He is reduced to the profession of clerk, and possesses the secret of many households, the thread of many loves, and the secret of many infidelities
Public scribe of the main square in Mexico City in the 19th century.
Category: 1828
Empire Romantic. Young lady wears a ballroom ensemble of the 1820’s.
History of Costume. Empire Romantic Era of the middle or late 1820’s. Young lady wears a ballroom ensemble. Young man dressed in evening clothes.
A splendid example of the late 1820’s fashion. Romantic period.
The hand bag and parasol illustrate two of the most common accessories of the 19th century.
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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.
B,hugtee,a, or Dancing Boy from India 1830s.
When boys are dressed for exhibition, as represented in the plate, there is nothing whatever, to distinguish them from the other sex.
Inhabitants of Tasmania, Van Diemens Land.
Van Diemen’s Land is the name originally given by Europeans to the island of Tasmania, now part of Australia.
A tattooed man from Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands.
Nuku Hiva is an island of volcanic origin located in the Pacific Ocean. The original name of the island “Te Fenua Enata” means “The Earth of Men”.
Inhabitants of New Holland, Australia.
Inhabitants of New Holland, Australia.
Dutch costumes. A servant of Amsterdam, 1828.
Dutch costume. A servant of Amsterdam, 1828. A servant of Amsterdam and a dairy nearby. Une servante d’ Amsterdam et une laitière des environs.
Married woman from Hinloopen, Province Friesland.
Married woman from Hinloopen, Province Friesland, 1828.
Dutch costumes from Friesland around Leeuwarden.
Dutch costume from Friesland around Leeuwarden, 1828. Peasant Woman and farmer from Friesland around Leeuwarden. Paysan et Paysanne de la Frise avec environs de Leeuwarden.
