Habitants de la petite Russie.
Category: 19th Century
Lapland. Inhabitants of the Lapps, Sami.
Inhabitants costumes of the Lapps, Sami.
Woman folk clothing of Ukraine. European Russia 1840
Woman folk clothing of Ukraine. European Russia 1840. From the Book: Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world, based on authentic documents and and newer travel (1843) by… Read More

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.
Men from the Mountains in Wallachia, Romania.
Men from the Mountains in Wallachia, Romania.
Men from Dorobautz Romania. Wallachian Costume 1843.
Men from Dorobautz Romania. Wallachian Costume 1843. Engraved by Théophile Emmanuel Duverger (1821-1881) From the Book: Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world, based on authentic documents and and newer… Read More
Young Wallachian Girl costume. Romania.
Jeune Fille Valaque.
Turkish Woman costume with child. Ottoman Empire.
Turkish Woman costume with child. Ottoman Empire. From the Book: Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world, based on authentic documents and and newer travel (1843) by Auguste… Read More
Noble woman costume from Turkey, Ottoman Empire 1843.
Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world, based on authentic documents and and newer travel (1843) by Auguste Wahlen.
Mother Of Napoleon Bonaparte 1750-1836.
Maria Letizia Ramolino Buonaparte 1750-1836. Letizia Buonaparte as Mother of the Emperor Maria Letizia Ramolino, married Letizia Buonaparte, called Madame Mère, was the mother of Napoleon Bonaparte. Maria Letizia was… Read More
A Favorite Occupation of Josephine. First empire fashion.
A Favorite Occupation of Josephine. French first empire fashion. (England Regency, Georgian period) From the Book: Life of Napoleon Bonaparte; (1896) by Sloane, William Milligan.
Literature
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