Henri III’s favourites put on make-up and powder, wore earrings, lace and tinsel.
Mignons of Henri III. of France
Catherine de Médici. The kings mother.
Portraiture at the court of the Valois
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is a castle in far south-west London on the left bank of the River Thames
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.
Femme en Bergère by Largillierre 18th c.
Portrait of a woman as Astrée, probably Mary Josephine Drummond, Condesa de Castelblanco, by Largillierre.
Japanese tea ceremony
The Japanese tea ceremony also known as the tea ritual, is close to Zen in its underlying philosophy.
Edward the Black Prince. The last hero of English chivalry.
Edward of Woodstock, named after his birthplace, Prince of Wales and Aquitaine, known as The Black Prince, but actually Edward Plantagenet; KG (June 15, 1330 in Woodstock, Oxfordshire; – June… Read More
Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest and his Adventures.
Robin Hood was born at Locksley, in the county of Nottingham, in the reign of King Henry II, and about the year of Christ 1160.
Le Billet Doux. The Love Letter by Jean Honoré Fragonard
A Love-scene typical of the art of Louis the Fifteenth’s day.
Old Carpet from Armenia or South Caucasia. 18th c.
Old Caucasian Carpet from Armenia or South Caucasia.
Clasp of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor. 16th century.
Jewellery pendant of Charles V. This jewel exhibits a mass of precious stones. Renaissance craftsmanship
